Editor's Message: Moving Forward. Staying Grounded.

May 14, 2026

in SBCA Magazine,

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Focused on What Matters Most to Framers

NO TWO OPERATIONS LOOK EXACTLY THE SAME. The work in the office, the work on the jobsite, and the way teams connect the two continue to evolve. Methods change, challenges shift, and over time, those experiences shape how framing gets done.

That same idea applies to how we approach this magazine.

Framing Today is built around sharing what's actually happening across the framing process. The goal has not been to simply report on the industry, but to reflect it in a way that is practical, relevant, and useful to framers, whether that's happening in the office, on the jobsite, or somewhere in between. That means focusing on real experiences, real challenges, and real solutions that can be applied across operations and teams.

As part of that ongoing effort, there is a small shift happening behind the scenes. Christine is stepping out of the Managing Editor role as she takes on new responsibilities as Director of Marketing & Communications. During her time leading the magazine, the focus has been clear: keeping the content grounded, practical, and worth the time of the people reading it.

Now, Sean Shields is stepping into the Managing Editor role alongside his work as Director of Strategic Partnerships. Many of you may already know Sean through his work with SBCA. His experience working with members and partners gives him a strong understanding of how this publication can support framers and the role it plays within the broader industry conversation.

From a day-to-day standpoint, Sean will take the lead on the editorial direction and development of the magazine, while Christine remains actively involved through her broader communications role, continuing to help guide how content is developed and shared across SBCA and NFC. The goal is to keep things moving forward while staying grounded on what makes this publication valuable.

That focus shows up in this issue. From practical considerations like safety glasses and how they're actually used in the field, to another segment of Tatge's Tips of the Trade, to a closer look at FrameSAFE and toolbox talks, the throughline is simple: what can framers take from this and apply right away?

It also shows up in how framers are connecting with each other. Framing Today had a conversation with Ben Courtney, who built the "Frame the World" community on Facebook, highlights how much knowledge is being shared every day across crews, companies, and platforms. Whether it's happening in the office, on the jobsite, or online, those exchanges continue to shape how the work gets done.

Framing Today works when it stays connected to the full scope of the work. It reflects what's happening across operations, from planning and coordination to execution in the field. It highlights the people behind that work and the ideas that come out of it in a way that is practical and applicable.

We will continue to evolve how those stories are shared, with a focus on delivering insights and perspectives that framers can actually use. That means continuing to learn from what is happening across the industry and making sure those lessons are shared in a way that adds value.

As always, that effort depends on the voices within this community. The experiences you are having, the lessons you are learning, and the ideas you are testing all play a role in shaping this magazine. Share your experience; we want to hear from you!

We look forward to continuing that work together.