b'44 PRESIDENTS MESSAGECentralStates Insulation AssociationPresidents MessageCarl E. Hughes IIPRESIDENT C hange . . . and Now! long time to do with your kids, or for your spousedo it NOW. If that sports car youve wanted all your life is available and Carl Hughes Wow, its hard to believe 2025 isyou can afford tobuy it NOW.If theres a dream vacationYOU HAVE already half over. It seems like it wasyou have always wanted to take with your family, dont put only yesterday that I was celebrating the historic run of THE Ohioit off any longerdo it NOW. Make those lifetime memories State Buckeyes through the CFB playoffs and, ultimately, theirNOW.I think you get the picture. Dont put off until tomorrowPROJECTS, hugely exciting national Championship victory (and yes, I had towhatever you can do today. There is no way of knowing what get that in)! As we race through the days, weeks, and months tomorrow may hold, and tomorrow is promised to no one! Live always trying to meet that next deadlineits astonishing howin the moment and take action NOW, ensuring you never haveWE HAVE quickly time slips through our fingers. One moment wereto look back with regret.welcoming the new year with ambitious resolutions, and before we know it, summer is in full swing leaving us to wonder whereFollowing that action plan, if you have never attended ourSOLUTIONS.the time went. It is easy in this industry to get caught up incombined CSIA/ESICA Fall Conference, then guess what? NOW bidding every new project, securing that big material salesis the time! Be sure to join us this September at the fabulous order, or swaying that large distributor that your new product isRitz Carlton in Amelia Island, Florida. The Fall Conference is better than the manufacturers line they are currently carrying.always an awesome event and a great time to catch up with Dedicated to keeping its members at the forefront in their industryAs a result, many of usnot by desire or designcould becomeold friends and make some new friends as well.Registration labeled as work-a-holics.and the room block are open, so everyone please be sure to get signed up, NOW. Weve have already had two very successful In this fast-paced world and industry, its all too easy to postponeevents this year with our Top Golf in Columbus and our Spring our dreams or desires, convincing ourselves that there willConference in French Lick, Indiana, and the Fall Conference always be a tomorrow. But it is important to strike a balance.promises to be an outstanding finish to our 2025 event year. Time spent with family and loved ones is one of lifes mostYou dont want to miss it! precious gifts, yet it often feels like we have an endless supply of it, too. However, the truth is we never really know how muchMembership in CSIA is of great professional and personal time we have. If there is one thing in life you can count on, itsvalue, but you gain only in proportion to what you invest into change. Change will come, and it can come unexpectedly the organization. These events are great opportunities to get seemingly out of nowhereand it could be good or it could beinvolved, gain valuable business and industry knowledge, grow bad. So dont make the mistake of being comfortable thinkingyour business, and make lasting friendships which is a priceless everything will remain the same but instead, seize every momentbenefit. But you have to get involved, so join us in Amelia Island, of every day! and I look forward to seeing you there!I write this not to discourage, but to encourage you. Yes,In what is now already the second half of 2025, I wish everyone continue to strive for success and excellence in your businesscontinued success, good health, and prosperity in your continuedChoose Johns Manville for your next project.and professional life, but remember to strive for balance as well.pursuit of excellence. Dont wait for a special occasionor for the perfect timetoFrom cryogenic foams to high-temperature insulation to proven jacketing, Johns Manvilleprioritize family or to check off some of those bucket list itemsGod Bless, offers the broadest portfolio of mechanical and industrial insulation solutions. Our portfolio allowsbecause NOW is the perfect time. NOW is the only period of timeCarl E. Hughes II over which we are in control. So if an old friend or relativeCSIA President you to choose the right solution to meet the demanding needs of your applications.suddenly comes to mind, its not a coincidencecall or go seeCascade Insulation Co. To access more resources, videos and tools, visit jm.com.them NOW. If theres something youve been promising for a The InsulatorJuly 20252024 Johns Manville All Rights Reserved'