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title: The Nordby Effect
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# The Nordby Effect

## [Join Us at the Unified Grape & Wine Symposium in Sacramento](https://blog.nordby.net/join-us-at-the-unified-grape-wine-symposium-in-sacramento)

 Posted by [Emma Nordby](https://blog.nordby.net/author/emma-nordby) on Jan 28, 2026 1:06:06 PM

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We’re excited to be attending the Unified Grape & Wine Symposium in Sacramento. Stop by and connect with the Nordby team!

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## [6 Tips For Winning A Design Award](https://blog.nordby.net/6-tips-for-winning-a-design-award)

 Posted by [Michael Quesenbury, CSI, CDT, LEEP AP](https://blog.nordby.net/author/michael-quesenbury-csi-cdt-leep-ap) on Apr 26, 2021 11:22:42 AM

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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is known for bringing together licensed architects, industry professionals, and people seeking educational and networking opportunities to share the latest news and resources to continually push building architecture and design to new heights.

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## [Nordby Signature Builders - Expansion Into Idaho](https://blog.nordby.net/nordby-signature-builders-expansion-into-idaho)

 Posted by [Brian Olhiser](https://blog.nordby.net/author/brian-olhiser) on Mar 11, 2021 12:47:56 PM

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This year, building upon forty years of experience in the Northern California wine country, Nordby is expanding its footprint, offering luxury custom construction services throughout the state of Idaho for the first time. From bases of operation in Boise and Coeur d’Alene, the new **Nordby** **Signature Builders** offers a level of sophistication, craftsmanship, experience and management expertise that is simply unmatched in the state.

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## [The New Workplace “Normal” and How to Prepare](https://blog.nordby.net/the-new-workplace-normal-and-how-to-prepare)

 Posted by [Tony Simmons](https://blog.nordby.net/author/tony-simmons) on Nov 12, 2020 12:37:06 PM

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Over the last year, we’ve seen many changes to the way we work and live, shifting communication to the digital world. And while many aspects of our new work style will have positive impacts for years to come, we are also excited to get back to the in-person interactions that are integral to businesses in the hospitality and professional services industries.

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## [Rebuilding Wineries:  A Post-Fire Checklist](https://blog.nordby.net/checklist-for-rebuilding-a-winery-after-a-fire)

 Posted by [Tony Simmons](https://blog.nordby.net/author/tony-simmons) on Oct 1, 2020 12:54:08 PM

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The past two months have left many Sonoma & Napa County residents wondering, “Why us?”  How many times can we continue to go through this traumatic experience of wildfires? When we start to assess the damage caused by the most recent Glass Fire, we are reminded that there are many items that must be carefully examined and thought through in order for all of us to successfully navigate the fire rebuild process. Looking into the future, there is a natural desire to get back to a state of normalcy. As an accomplished leader in the wine industry, Nordby Winery Advisors has played, and will continue to play, a critical role in helping our community get back to the life we once knew through rebuilding efforts.

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## [Julia L. Van Saun Joins Nordby Companies as Controller](https://blog.nordby.net/julia-l.-van-saun-joins-nordby-companies-as-controller)

 Posted by [Craig Nordby](https://blog.nordby.net/author/craig-nordby) on Sep 25, 2020 12:53:14 PM

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**(Santa Rosa, Calif.) September 25, 2020** - The Nordby Companies, one of the North Bay leaders in commercial construction, signature homes, and wine cave building, is pleased to announce that Julia L. Van Saun has joined the team as Controller. Julia brings the highest caliber of accounting experience to this new key role where she will help Nordby continue to expand its position as an industry leader. "We are excited that we were able to find a person of Julia's caliber in the market. We're looking forward to her expanding her role and helping Nordby Companies continue to be an industry leader in the North Bay.", said Craig Nordby, CEO, Nordby Companies. Julia will work closely with all day-to-day operations to efficiently coordinate company finances and further strengthen Nordby’s reputation for fiscal responsibility. 

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## [3 Ways to Ensure Your Winery is Pandemic Proof](https://blog.nordby.net/3-ways-to-ensure-your-winery-is-pandemic-proof)

 Posted by [Tony Simmons](https://blog.nordby.net/author/tony-simmons) on Aug 13, 2020 2:15:00 PM

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Given California’s track record with natural disasters, it’s easy to say that we are no stranger to unforeseen challenges. Like everyone else we are talking about Coronavirus. In the face of increased cases, the Nordby Construction Services team is consulting with our clients on this challenge along with the familiar ones, i.e. wildfires and earthquakes. In this Nordby effect, we share three ways to ensure your winery facility is resilient and ready to meet the challenge.

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## [What’s Your Workspace Strategy? Ideas to Mitigate Contagion Risk](https://blog.nordby.net/whats-your-workspace-strategy-ideas-to-mitigate-contagion-risk)

 Posted by [Craig Nordby](https://blog.nordby.net/author/craig-nordby) on May 6, 2020 3:15:00 AM

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As we all consider when we can go back to work, we need to ask the question: What’s your workspace strategy in a post Covid-19 environment? Does your workspace optimize space and technology to provide for a safe and healthy working environment? Will your employees, clients and guests feel comfortable in the workspace you currently have available? We speculate the physical spaces in which we conduct business have not been designed for social distancing and mitigating virus exposure risk. In this Nordby Effect post, we collaborated with [Henderson Architect, Inc.](http://www.hendersonarchitect.com/) to address space configurations, indoor air quality and sanitation, and minimizing potential pathogen transfer from surfaces.

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## [Expanding Veteran Program with New Training Center Building for Canine Companions](https://blog.nordby.net/upgrading-the-veterans-training-center-for-canine-companions)

 Posted by [Tony Simmons](https://blog.nordby.net/author/tony-simmons) on Jan 23, 2020 3:30:00 PM

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[Canine Companions for Independence](https://www.cci.org/) has come a long way since its founding in 1975. Originally operating out a small building in Santa Rosa, the organization maintains its’ original charter to provide freedom and independence to children, adults, and veterans with disabilities through the placement of highly skilled assistance dogs. Thanks to the support of so many that have donated time and money, Canine Companions has grown tremendously over the past 40 years to expand its mission nationwide with centers in California, Florida, New York, Ohio and Texas. In its history, Canine Companions has matched just over 6,022 dogs, and made a significant impact on the day-to-day experiences of thousands of people.   In this Nordby Effect post, we interview executive director, Margaret Sluyk, on expanding the veteran program with the new training center building project.

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## [Craig Nordby leads the Nordby Companies Into a New Era](https://blog.nordby.net/craig-nordby-leads-the-nordby-companies-into-a-new-era)

 Posted by [Tony Simmons](https://blog.nordby.net/author/tony-simmons) on Dec 24, 2019 1:15:00 AM

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Celebrating 40 years of business, the Nordby Companies have seen their fair share of success and turmoil. The story of Craig Nordby is a familiar story of a family business with a bright future. He leads a group of Sonoma County’s premier construction companies, as Nordby Companies CEO. The Nordby Companies includes Construction Services, Signature Homes and Wine Caves.  He oversees more than $50 million in revenue and 42 employees in the greater North Bay area between the companies.

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