As leaders in our industry, we feel it is important for our team to share and learn with our industry peers. The time we commit to local industry organizations only helps us better understand how we can improve on our project collaboration, development approach, and establish stronger teaming opportunities while maintaining the most up to date knowledge in our market. We accomplish these goals through participating and supporting industry organizations like:
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American Institute of Architects (AIA): www.aia.org
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Association of General Contractors (AGC): www.agc.org
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Association of the Wall & Ceiling Industries: www.awci.org
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Central City Association (CCA): www.ccala.org
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Construction Management Association of America (CMAA): www.cmaanet.org
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Construction Owners Association of America (COAA): www.coaa.org
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Finishing Contractors Association (FCA): www.finishingcontractors.org
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International Interiors Design Association (IIDA): www.iida.org
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International Union of Painters & Allied Trades Union (IUPATU): www.iupat.org
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Los Angeles Headquarters Association (LAHQ): www.laheadquarters.com
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Project Management Institute (PMI): www.pmi.org
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Southern California Development Forum (SCDF): www.scdf.org
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United Brotherhood of the Carpenters (UBC): www.carpenters.org
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USC Architectural Guild Association: arch.usc.edu
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Western Wall Ceiling Contractors Association (WWCCA): www.wwcca.org
KNOWLEDGE IS KEY.
Sharpe Interior Systems' 2025 Theme
TEAMWORK
Let’s Make It Happen Together!
As we step into 2025, we’re excited to announce that our company theme for the year is Teamwork. This theme will guide everything we do, both on the jobsite and in the office, and it’s something we’ll carry with us across all projects, events, and interactions. Most importantly, this theme will drive how we engage not only with each other but also with our clients, industry partners, and trade partners who play a pivotal role in our collective success.
Teamwork is more than just a buzzword—it’s a personal responsibility and a core value that fuels our growth and success. Whether we’re working with our internal teams or engaging with those who help bring our projects to life, each and every one of us contributes to fostering a culture of collaboration, communication, and mutual support. This is the foundation upon which we build success, and we are all responsible for making it happen.
Our company thrives because of the diverse and dedicated teams that make it up. Whether it’s our Superintendent teams, Foremen, Tapers, Project Managers, Accounting, Safety, Marketing, Business Development, or any other department at Sharpe, every team plays a vital role in our collective success. Beyond that, our clients, industry partners, and trade partners are an extension of our team, and working collaboratively with them is key to delivering exceptional results. By strengthening our relationships and collaborating across all sectors, we can achieve our goals more efficiently and exceed expectations.
Whether we’re on a jobsite, at an industry event, or meeting with a client, it’s up to each of us to bring the spirit of Teamwork to life. We’ll do this through every interaction, from day-to-day tasks to large-scale projects.
Here are a few ways we can embody Teamwork in 2025:
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On the jobsite: Share skills, training, and tricks of the trade to help each other complete tasks safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. Collaboration with our field teams and trade partners ensures success and helps us overcome challenges together. Working closely with fellow field teammates fosters a sense of unity and strengthens our ability to adapt, problem-solve, and meet project goals with precision and efficiency.
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With our clients and industry partners: Extend the spirit of teamwork to everyone we work with, including our clients and industry partners. By collaborating closely, we create lasting impacts not only within our company but also in the wider community and the industries we serve. Teamwork is essential in fostering trust, aligning goals, and ensuring that we overcome challenges together, ultimately delivering better outcomes for all involved.
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In the office: Engage in open communication and collaboration with colleagues and partners alike. Whether it’s GCs, subs, or other trade partners, building strong relationships across teams will help create an environment where tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standards.
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Within our departments: Every department plays a unique role, but it’s our ability to work across teams that truly drives our success. Accounting working closely with the field, marketing supporting project managers, and departments helping one another make us stronger as a company. When we collaborate effectively across functions, our collective strength is multiplied.
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In our community: Whether it’s an invitation, a meeting, or an email, let’s use our platform to emphasize teamwork and showcase how collaboration drives us to achieve shared goals. Highlighting the power of working together will strengthen our connections with both internal and external stakeholders.
Teamwork is something we all need to embrace. It’s not just about working together, it’s about creating an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. When we work as one unified team with our colleagues, clients, and industry partners, we can achieve anything.
Let’s make 2025 the year of Teamwork. A year where we all come together to accomplish more than we ever thought possible.
Thank you for your continued dedication and hard work. Here’s to a successful year of collaboration and teamwork!
