Who Are We and… Who’s Steve?
Although Steve’s Build Blog is sponsored by The Syntec Group (Syntec), the information, research, analysis, and opinions presented here are solely those of Steve Salzman and do not necessarily reflect the positions or views of Syntec.
As a leading industry expert, Steve brings his extensive knowledge and experience in architecture, construction, technology, and healthcare to this blog, offering fresh insights, ideas, and solutions for the rapidly evolving world of Building.
Note: Throughout this blog, Building (with a capital “B”) is used as shorthand to describe the entire building industry—not just architects, engineers, and contractors, but also building material and product manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, transporters, legal, financial, and insurance professionals, as well as the many specialized consultants who support the industry.
So… What’s It All About & How Does It Work?
Looking toward the future of the building industry, Steve’s Build Blog serves as a forum offering insight into the forces shaping Building’s future, providing in-depth perspectives on where the industry is headed.
The blog features a wide range of content covering many aspects of life, current events, and relevant topics—but nearly all of it ties back to Building.
Content Includes:
- Blog Posts
Blog posts are the heart and soul of Steve’s Build Blog. They serve as the primary form of original content shared with readers and are a key tool for telling the BuildUSA story, highlighting the challenges facing the industry and the solutions BuildUSA provides.
Some posts are lighthearted or humorous, while others are more technical or analytical. Topics often explore current events, environmental shifts, technological advances, and even personal experiences from Steve himself.
- Handcrafted Newsletter
The blog’s newsletters use a consistent, easy-to-read template designed to promote the latest Blog, Building Memory (BM) and Building Future (BF) posts, Build News and Did You Knows (DYKs). Future versions may also feature podcasts, the company’s YouTube channel, and research white papers.
- Build News
Build News features relevant articles—generally published within the past 6–9 months—that relate to the monthly theme, company goals, industry trends, or the solutions provided by BuildUSA.
- Blog Blasts
Blog Blasts are simple re-releases of updated earlier newsletters that promote previously published blogs, white papers and other content.
- Did You Knows (DYKs)
A DYK (“Did You Know”) shares interesting or fun facts about the world of Building—quick insights that inform and engage readers.
- Building Memories
Building Memories draw from Steve’s travel and project experiences to highlight specific topics or lessons from real-world examples.
- Building Futures
Building Futures showcases current and planned projects that demonstrate how Building continues to expand its potential and positively shape the future.
- White Papers
Occasionally, the blog publishes research-based white papers offering deep analysis and insight into critical industry topics.
You can also follow Steve Salzman on LinkedIn for additional news, updates, and related content.
Steve’s Build Blog is an invaluable resource for staying informed, inspired, and ahead of the curve, helping you and your company position for sustainable success in today’s fast-changing Building market.
Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the latest ideas, innovations, and research driving the Building industry and, more importantly, discover real-world solutions ready for implementation in the marketplace.