Most people see Allyson Blackwood as steady, thoughtful, and deeply knowledgeable about one of the most specialized parts of Kloeckner’s business. What they don’t always see is what created that steadiness in the first place. Allyson is our Director of Supply Chain for Coil Coated Services and Building Products, a role she has held for ...
When Lakeshia Boyd joined Kloeckner 14 years ago, she didn’t expect to build a lifelong career, let alone watch her family’s story unfold alongside the company’s own evolution. Today, as Corporate Human Resources Manager in Roswell, GA, Keshia reflects on her journey from a Memphis warehouse to corporate headquarters, and on the lessons that helped ...
A weld holds more than two pieces of metal. It holds the weight of a structure, the strain of machinery, and the safety of people who rely on it. And depending on the project, the material, and the timeline, different styles of welding do different jobs. That’s why choosing the right welding style, whether MIG, ...
When Hurricane Katrina struck New Orleans in 2005, it destroyed homes and upended entire lives. For Robin Portera, it marked a before and after that would shape the rest of her story. At the time, Robin had already been with Kloeckner for several years, working in the company’s purchasing department in New Orleans. She’d started ...
Steel is one of the most widely used materials available. It’s crucial for modern infrastructure, appearing in skyscrapers, stadiums, bridges, and HVAC systems. Yet, as durable as steel is, it’s still vulnerable to corrosion. Left unprotected, steel exposed to oxygen and moisture will oxidize, weakening its structure and shortening its lifespan. That’s why galvanizing steel ...
If you only knew him by his job title—Manager of Data Privacy and Information Security—you might assume Brandon Myers spends his days quietly buried in spreadsheets and compliance manuals. And sure, sometimes he does, but that’s only one side of the story. Because when Brandon closes his laptop at Kloeckner’s Roswell, GA, corporate office, life ...
When safety is on the line, whether it’s an armored vehicle, body armor, or a ballistic booth, material specs matter. The sourced steel has to meet the highest performance and safety standards, under fire, under pressure, and under scrutiny. And in many of these high-stakes environments, one question carries serious weight: “Is this steel UL ...
In South Carolina’s culinary circles, the name Jamie Sanderson is well known. He’s the man behind The Culinary Encourager, a social media presence dedicated to uplifting local restaurants with one simple rule: no negativity. No harsh reviews. Just encouragement, smiles, and shining a light on the people working hard to keep their doors open. And ...
Less than 200 years ago, workers erected the first utility pole, which was designed to hold up telegraph wires. Today, more than 180 million utility poles dot the American landscape, supporting lines carrying electricity, telephone cables, fiber optic internet, and even street lighting. They’re so common, they almost disappear into the background. But these tall, ...
