Some days I just get sentimental about those who care enough to help me become a better person. None of them told me what I wanted to hear 100% of the time. Those are the...
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Author: Nataline Lomedico
A Week in the (Work) Life of CEO/president Nataline Lomedico
August 6th to the 10th, I spent a really nice week of visiting our different offices and job sites and it reminded me why I love working with our team at Giroux. There is so...
Achieving Aesthetics
Our company has witnessed the profound evolution of decorative glass and its uses during the past 75 years. Even in its most practical form, glass contributes an abundance of beauty to the construction world, offering light, reflection, clarity, and openness to the structures it enhances.
Aging Gracefully – Working on Retrofit and Renovation Projects
Working on Retrofit and Renovation Projects Most buildings don’t age gracefully. Without professional help, they just don’t. I’ve seen and worked on my fair share of buildings that need facelifts to restore them to their...
All Hands on Deck
I’ve worked in this industry for decades, and it still never ceases to amaze me how construction projects come together. The degree of planning, communication and cooperation required to erect a building is so extreme that it’s a wonder anything gets built at all. But somehow, our trade is able to consistently create stable, functional, safe and often beautiful structures.
All in the Details
When it comes to interior commercial glazing on projects (such as high-end retail establishments, hotels, restaurants, schools and hospitals) materials, considerations, and installation vary project to project. Each project has unique requirements related to the glazing installation and maintenance.
An Extraordinary Woman Making a Difference
When I first heard the news that the Los Angeles Business Journal was accepting nominations for their "Women Making a Difference" awards program, one of my mentors immediately came to mind. The LABJ's 2016 Women's Summit program was described as an "empowering event dedicated to honoring the region's most impressive women," more than fitting for Anne-Merelie Murrell, owner and chairman of Giroux Glass.
Celebrating Our ESOP, the Gift of Anne-Merelie Murrell
It’s remarkable when company owners pass on their ownership to their children. What is it when an owner of a company chooses to provide for many families by passing ownership to her employees? It’s unbelievable....
Communication and Connection – Now, More Than Ever
First and foremost, I’d like to wish everyone reading this health and safety. While it may be tough in the present, it's helpful to remember that these times are not permanent.