About “Commercial Construction & Renovation”    

Editorial Advisory Board

“Commercial Construction & Renovation’ is a monthly (12 issues per year) digital publication that covers design, construction and facilities operations of the major commercial construction segments, including retail, hospitality, restaurant, education, healthcare, federal, multi-family, office, cannabis and more.

The publication serves the information needs of high-level commercial construction executives, focusing on areas such as the collaborative management process needed to produce timely projects that meet budget. The content also focuses on how to manage these facilities efficiently.

“Commercial Construction & Renovation” is owned by F&J Publications. The publishing company also owns and produces “The Commercial Construction & Renovation Summit,” “Commercial Construction & Renovation People” networking association and Commercial & Women’s Retreats that focus on the design, construction and facilities operations in the retail. restaurant, hospitality sectors & other commercial sectors. Also produces a Podcast called Commercial Construction Coffee Talk.

About the Publisher/Editor

David Corson is the publisher/editor of Commercial Construction & Renovation, which is owned by F & J Publications LLC. He obtained his Prep School Diploma from The Peddie School in central NJ, college graduate of the University of Denver with a BA in both Economics & Political Sciences, and is a veteran of business-to-business publishing with 30 years of experience.

He began his career as a sales representative for Auto & Transportation Interiors, then became national sales manager for Display and Design Ideas magazine. He was the founding publisher of Retail Operations & Construction magazine, before founding Retail Construction Magazine in 2002. He also founded Healthcare Building Ideas in 2004 & Hospitality Construction in 2005.

In 2009, he merged all the leading construction titles into Commercial Construction Magazine, which has evolved into its current title, Commercial Construction & Renovation. Additionally, he serves as the Director of the Commercial Construction & Renovation Summit, Commercial & Women’s Retreats, and the Leader of the Commercial Construction & Renovation People Networking Association. He launched a new Podcast in 2020 called Commercial Construction Coffee Talk. He also co-founded and served as CFO for the “Lead Up For Women Association.”

About the Editor

Michael J. Pallerino is an award-winning writer and editor, who over the past 25 years has won numerous awards, including the Jesse H. Neal Editorial Achievement Award, recognized as the Pulitzer Prize for business-to-business magazines. As a long-time editor and business writer, his work has garnered national attention from newspapers and publications such as USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, ESPN Magazine, Sports Business Journal and BusinessWeek, among others. He has been interviewed by a number of publications and media outlets, including CNN.

About the Artist

Brent Cashman has been the art director for Commercial Construction & Renovation since 2012. With his background in graphic design, illustration and photography, he has helped to maintain and elevate the CC&R brand. He is an award-winning artist with years of experience in consumer, trade and custom publishing.

The IT Department

About the Tech Lead

Derrick Ruff is a seasoned IT professional with a blend of creative and technical expertise. He attended Northern Virginia Community College for Digital Graphics and Design and Strayer University for Computer Science and Programming, with a focus on Database Architecture. He currently holds three certifications in Digital Analytics and Analytics for Business from Google and one in SEO from HubSpot Academy. He has also completed various IT-related courses during his criminal intelligence career in the Washington D.C. area, dealing with OSINT, programming, vector-based databases, data analysis, and more.

His career spans roles in local government and large federal contractors, where he developed and managed criminal intelligence and security clearance databases, emphasizing data integrity and security. Proficient in server installation, systems administration, programming, and cybersecurity, he has created and maintained e-commerce stores, blogs, and custom web applications, including educational tools (Learning Management Systems) and digital ad modules.

Currently, he manages a portfolio of clients, overseeing their day-to-day server and web business needs, including server/web administration and maintenance, cybersecurity, digital publishing, SEO management, digital marketing, and developing and maintaining web apps. His skill set includes WordPress, Linux, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL and much more, allowing him to deliver comprehensive digital solutions.