With all eyes on the economy, speakers at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Summit on June 17 and 18 will provide the latest details on the industry’s state.
Organizers say the content at this fully virtual event, which will include an overview of the latest FGIA U.S. market data and a breakdown of current politics and trade relations in Canada, provides participants with the knowledge they need to navigate current economic conditions.
“FGIA will deliver critical coverage of the fenestration and glazing industry in both Canada and the United States. From shifting trade policies to election year developments, the decisions made today will have lasting economic consequences,” says Florica Vlad, FGIA events manager. “And because this event is being offered exclusively online, it is a great opportunity to include others at your company without the need to travel.”
State of the Industry Speakers
Rhett Bender
An FGIA members only session, “U.S. Market Study | FGIA Report Update and Industry Impacts: Tariffs, Inflation and Immigration,” will be led by Rhett Bender of Ducker Carlisle.
This presentation will begin with an overview of the latest FGIA U.S. industry market studies, followed by a Q&A with Bender. Released each spring, the latest industry market study offers current data and forecasting. This session will feature highlights of
current trends and future changes in the fenestration market, as well as scenarios impacting the industry, including tariffs, inflation, and immigration. Submit questions ahead of time to Marketing@FGIAonline.org or during the Q&A segment.
Louis-Philippe Champagne
A second presentation, “Uncertainty and Opportunities | Navigating Change in Canadian Politics and Trade Relations,” will be given by Louis-Philippe Champagne with the Canadian Construction Association. Political turbulence on both sides of the border poses
significant challenges for the Canadian economy and the construction industry. With uncertainty at an all-time high, businesses and policymakers must stay informed and proactive to navigate disruption effectively. This session will deliver an in-depth discussion
on Canada’s evolving political landscape and the changing dynamics of Canada-U.S. trade, including the impacts of tariffs, negotiations and policy shifts that could reshape cross-border relations.
In a third related session, Kathy Krafka Harkema, FGIA U.S. technical operations director, will present, “Top 3 Political Factors Influencing the Commercial Market in the U.S.”
For more information about events, visit FGIAonline.org/events.
