What is under the hard hat?
We are the Media platform Telling the stories of the people who build our world.
What we do
Under the Hard Hat delivers content built for the modern construction workforce on various topics including:
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News & insights – industry updates and project coverage
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Gear & tools – product reviews and buying guides
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Career & people – resources for growth and recognition
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Wellness & safety – supporting worker mental health and wellbeing
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Community & conversation – through our newsletter, podcast, and social channels
Our mission
Our mission is to create media that serves the people of construction at every level. We bridge the gap between executives, project managers, and skilled trades by bringing resources, news, and opportunities to everyone under the hard hat.
Meet our editorial team
Andrea Torres
Director of Inspiration
Andrea Torres is the Director of Inspiration at Under the Hard Hat. At the helm of UTHH’s creative vision, Andrea leads content strategy and storytelling efforts that highlight the people shaping the built environment. Before joining UTHH, Andrea built a successful career as a freelance writer and editor, working with clients in the health and fitness industry. Her background in crafting compelling narratives across diverse fields informs her unique approach to content development and audience engagement in the AEC space.
Get in touch: andrea@underthehardhat.org
Safra Malik
Social Media Manager
Safra Malik manages social media strategy and content creation for Under the Hard Hat. She holds a degree in Cognitive Science from Carleton University, and her career has included roles in fundraising, project coordination, and digital communications. Safra is passionate about mental health and dedicated to amplifying minority voices in the construction sector.
Get in touch: safra@hard-hat.org
Alexander Klocek
Content director
Alexander Klocek manages editorial content, SEO strategy, and marketing partnerships for Under the Hard Hat. Before managing the publication, Alex built a career as a freelance content writer and copywriter, producing articles, scripts, and marketing content across various business sectors and platforms. Topics Alex covered include health & fitness, finance, business, and SaaS before transitioning to media for the AEC industry.
Get in touch: alex@underthehardhat.org
Alexis Nicols
Content Contributor
Alexis Nicols is a content writer for Under the Hard Hat. With more than two decades of writing experience, she has produced articles, interviews, and features for both trade and consumer publications. Her work spans architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) topics as well as lifestyle, parenting, entertainment, and technology writing for outlets such as CAA Magazine, Parentology, GoFleet, and ZenduIT.
Get in touch: alexis@underthehardhat.org
Mariah Moore
Content Contributor
Mariah Moore covers AEC news, AI & technology, profile spotlights, gear reviews, safety, and more at Under the Hard Hat. She has worked in SaaS for nearly five years, writing for integration tools, AI products, CRMs, healthcare, and financial software. Mariah also specializes in video production, content strategy, SEO, and short-form marketing copy. She is currently finishing her first novel, and her recently launched marketing newsletter, Click for Content, is available on LinkedIn.
Get in touch: mariah@underthehardhat.org
SARAH POIRIER
Content Contributor
Sarah Poirier brings over two decades of teaching experience and a genuine love of storytelling to her work at Under the Hard Hat. She’s built her writing career across a variety of platforms, covering topics like parenting, education, travel, finances, and home improvement. Sarah enjoys breaking down complex ideas into clear, actionable concepts that speak directly to readers in the construction, engineering, and architecture industries. Writing for UTHH lets her combine her background in education with her passion for helping people learn and connect.
Madeleine Somerville
Content Contributor
Madeleine Somerville is a content writer who has contributed to Under the Hard Hat among other outlets. She is the author of All You Need Is Less: An Eco-Friendly Guide to Guilt-Free Green Living and Stress-Free Simplicity, and she writes on sustainability, eco-living, DIY, and mindful consumption. Previously a content contributor for Under the Hard Hat, Madeleine’s work also appears on Earth911 and at her own blog, Sweet Madeleine.
What we do
Under the Hard Hat delivers content built for the modern construction workforce on various topics including:
-
News & insights – industry updates and project coverage
-
Gear & tools – product reviews and buying guides
-
Career & people – resources for growth and recognition
-
Wellness & safety – supporting worker mental health and wellbeing
-
Community & conversation – through our newsletter, podcast, and social channels
Our mission
Our mission is to create media that serves the people of construction at every level. We bridge the gap between executives, project managers, and skilled trades by bringing resources, news, and opportunities to everyone under the hard hat.
Meet our editorial team
Andrea Torres
Director of Inspiration
Andrea Torres is the Director of Inspiration at Under the Hard Hat. At the helm of UTHH’s creative vision, Andrea leads content strategy and storytelling efforts that highlight the people shaping the built environment. Before joining UTHH, Andrea built a successful career as a freelance writer and editor, working with clients in the health and fitness industry. Her background in crafting compelling narratives across diverse fields informs her unique approach to content development and audience engagement in the AEC space.
Get in touch: andrea@underthehardhat.org
Safra Malik
Social Media Manager
Safra Malik manages social media strategy and content creation for Under the Hard Hat. She holds a degree in Cognitive Science from Carleton University, and her career has included roles in fundraising, project coordination, and digital communications. Safra is passionate about mental health and dedicated to amplifying minority voices in the construction sector.
Get in touch: safra@hard-hat.org
Alexander Klocek
Content director
Alexander Klocek manages editorial content, SEO strategy, and marketing partnerships for Under the Hard Hat. Before managing the publication, Alex built a career as a freelance content writer and copywriter, producing articles, scripts, and marketing content across various business sectors and platforms. Topics Alex covered include health & fitness, finance, business, and SaaS before transitioning to media for the AEC industry.
Get in touch: alex@underthehardhat.org
Alexis Nicols
Content Contributor
Alexis Nicols is a content writer for Under the Hard Hat. With more than two decades of writing experience, she has produced articles, interviews, and features for both trade and consumer publications. Her work spans architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) topics as well as lifestyle, parenting, entertainment, and technology writing for outlets such as CAA Magazine, Parentology, GoFleet, and ZenduIT.
Get in touch: alexis@underthehardhat.org
Mariah Moore
Content Contributor
Mariah Moore covers AEC news, AI & technology, profile spotlights, gear reviews, safety, and more at Under the Hard Hat. She has worked in SaaS for nearly five years, writing for integration tools, AI products, CRMs, healthcare, and financial software. Mariah also specializes in video production, content strategy, SEO, and short-form marketing copy. She is currently finishing her first novel, and her recently launched marketing newsletter, Click for Content, is available on LinkedIn.
Get in touch: mariah@underthehardhat.org
SARAH POIRIER
Content Contributor
Sarah Poirier brings over two decades of teaching experience and a genuine love of storytelling to her work at Under the Hard Hat. She’s built her writing career across a variety of platforms, covering topics like parenting, education, travel, finances, and home improvement. Sarah enjoys breaking down complex ideas into clear, actionable concepts that speak directly to readers in the construction, engineering, and architecture industries. Writing for UTHH lets her combine her background in education with her passion for helping people learn and connect.
Madeleine Somerville
Content Contributor
Madeleine Somerville is a content writer who has contributed to Under the Hard Hat among other outlets. She is the author of All You Need Is Less: An Eco-Friendly Guide to Guilt-Free Green Living and Stress-Free Simplicity, and she writes on sustainability, eco-living, DIY, and mindful consumption. Previously a content contributor for Under the Hard Hat, Madeleine’s work also appears on Earth911 and at her own blog, Sweet Madeleine.