Industry Profile
Supporting Schindler’s Success
Engineer Wah Leung takes problem-solving to the next level. If Schindler performed a major vertical-transportation (VT) system modernization or new installation in the Toronto area, chances are field engineer Wah...
Driven To Succeed
VT HR professional Vong Keovongsa describes his path to the VT industry as he prepares to debut EW column, “Leadership Insights.” Born in Vientiane, the capital of Laos (between Thailand...
Aiming To Industrialize Escalators in India
A discussion on the pilot of TKE “Made in India” escalators and what this means for the future Manish Mehan (MM), CEO and managing director (MD), TK Elevator (TKE) India...
Big Spread
TJEI is supplying 168 elevators to three RMZ Corp. flagship projects. submitted by Toshiba Johnson Elevators (India) Toshiba Johnson Elevators (India) Pvt. Ltd. (TJEI) has bagged orders to supply 168...
Driven
An elevator man through and through, TKE executive Kevin Lavallee takes a high-energy approach to business and life. To describe Kevin Lavallee as high energy is an understatement. A native...
A “Strategic Thought Leader”
NEII Executive Director Amy Blankenbiller brings the skills, background and dedication that make a difference. Amy Blankenbiller When the pandemic hit, a team led by National Elevator Industry, Inc. (NEII)...
There’s Something About Mary
Upon her retirement, KONE Spares' Mary Lewis reflects on a long and rewarding career. “Continuous improvement is the best story,” says Mary Lewis, who has been a leader at KONE...
Relationships, Faith and Family
Mid-America Elevator’s Sidney Gaither reflects on 50 years in the industry, and his remarkable wife and children. by Kaija Wilkinson From marrying his best friend’s cousin (who happened to be...
“All From the Heart”
Entrepreneur Israel Gamburd forged his own path into the accessibility/home elevator business. Business plan: Work for the family company until you decide you don’t like it. Be lazy “in a...
Known Throughout
“An Evening With John Inglis” highlights an extraordinary career for Australia native and world renowned elevator engineer. The Lift Engineering Society of Australia (LESA) honored John Inglis of Sydney, owner...
