Natalie Forster

Natalie Forster is the director of communications for the American Supply Association (ASA), where she leads the association's public and media relations strategy, social media efforts, and member-focused online and print communications. Prior to joining ASA, she was the Editorial Director of Plumbing & Mechanical and Supply House Times. Before that, she served as an editor and digital content director for Southern Trade Publications, a publishing company focused on the PHCP trades and real estate industries. Natalie holds a bachelor's degree in communication studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

Editorial Director

Influential Women in Plumbing

Women in Plumbing: Barbara Lynch, NIBCO

Natalie Forster

March 17, 2025

Meet Barbara Lynch, Senior Advanced Quality Manager at NIBCO.

Influential Women in Plumbing

Women in Plumbing: Linda Hudek, LH Plumbing Services

Natalie Forster

March 17, 2025

Meet Linda Hudek, owner of LH Plumbing Services.

Influential Women in Plumbing

Women in Plumbing: Karen Hill, HM Plumbing

Natalie Forster

March 17, 2025

Meet Karen Hill, Vice President of HM Plumbing.

Influential Women in Plumbing

Women in Plumbing: Skylar Halpin, Halpin Plumbing

Natalie Forster

March 17, 2025

Meet Skylar Halpin, part owner and General Manager of Halpin Plumbing.

Influential Women in Plumbing

Women in Plumbing: Beth Dobkin, Quality Service Contractors

Natalie Forster

March 17, 2025

Meet Beth Dobkin, Director of Quality Service Contractors, an enhanced service group of the National Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC).

Influential Women in Plumbing

Women in Plumbing: Kelly Castrogiovanni, Terry Plumbing

Natalie Forster

March 17, 2025

Meet Kelly Castrogiovanni, President and Owner of Terry Plumbing, a Matrix Holdings LLC Company.

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Women in the Industry

Meet 10 influential PHCP women

Women continue to impact male-dominated plumbing industry.

Natalie Forster

March 17, 2025

As we celebrate Women’s History Month and Women in Construction Week, Plumbing & Mechanical is shining the spotlight on 10 influential women who are leading the plumbing industry to great success.

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Editorial Opinion | Natalie Forster

Water safety and conservation drive trends in every sector

Increased water monitoring and growing population drive PVF codes and standards to more efficient future.

Natalie Forster

March 13, 2025

In February, three key PHVAC trade shows occurred: the AHR Expo in Orlando with over 51,000 attendees, the WWETT Show in Indianapolis focused on wastewater innovations, and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) in Las Vegas, held with the International Builders’ Show (IBS).

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Feature | Women in Plumbing

'The Lady Plumber' shares inspiring personal journey on 5th season of American Plumber Stories

It's easy to stand out.

Natalie Forster

March 7, 2025

Mary-Anne Bowcott, owner of Westcom Plumbing and Gas Ltd. and known as "The Lady Plumber," defies gender norms in the plumbing industry, sharing her journey of resilience and becoming a mentor for aspiring tradespeople.

KBIS 2025 slated to be largest show in history

AI, smart plumbing and sustainability to drive show trends.

Natalie Forster

February 10, 2025

The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from February 25-27, featuring over 670 exhibitors and showcasing innovative, sustainable products. KBIS 2025 is slated to be the largest show in history.