The MBI EDGE

Tune in and hear from the top legislative leader in the Iowa House, Speaker Pat Grassley on the upcoming election season and what’s in store for the 2027 Legislative Session.

On this episode of the MBI Edge, host Tara Rinehart talks with leadership trainer and author Nic Bittle about MBI's Foundations of a Field Leader program, his upcoming book Build Your One, and his return to the 2027 MBI Winter Conference in Des Moines.

This episode, we are joined by Ben Murrey, Vice President of Policy and Research at the Common Sense Institute – a non-partisan thinktank that is committed to the facts in helping direct public policy in the Iowa Legislature.

With more than 35 years in construction, Coty Fournier joins Tara Rinehart to explore what it means to become an effective change agent—regardless of your role or career path. Coty previews five critical mind-shifts and practical steps that can help busy construction professionals lead meaningful change.

Building a Safety Champion got rebuilt from scratch. In this episode, we sit down with Jason Kunz (The Kunz Company) and Mike Berry (Graham Construction) on why BASC now starts with purpose instead of hazards, what SIF risk really means, and the phrase that stops people cold — planning to fail safely. Tune in to hear what to expect from the transformation. If you would like more information on thi...

In this episode, we sit down with Amy Roosa to talk about Safety Rack, a nonprofit working to close the equity gap for women in construction by tackling a problem hiding in plain sight: workwear and PPE that isn't built for a woman's body. Tune in to hear how ill-fitting gear affects safety and belonging on the jobsite, and what Safety Rack is doing to change it.

What can the mission to capture Osama bin Laden teach construction teams about trust, decision-making, and performing under pressure? In this episode of MBI Edge , Tara Rinehart sits down with Bill Fournet ahead of his August 25 workshop, "Zero Dark Thirty: Team Performance in Action," to unpack the leadership behind Operation Neptune Spear — high stakes, and split-second decisions. Bill breaks do...

Burnout doesn’t start in your schedule—it starts in your thoughts. In this bite-sized teaser, Tara Rinehart welcomes Dr. Sharon Grossman, renowned burnout researcher and author, for a conversation that will have you saying, “Oh… I definitely do that.” They unpack perfectionism, “should” thinking, identity-driven pressure, and the hidden mental traps that quietly drain high performers. If this epis...

WE'RE BACK! Welcome to Season 4 of The MBI EDGE podcast. Our hosts, Tara and Ben went LIVE and delivered what will be coming this season, from new topics/new speakers and guests and even an opportunity to submit questions and put our very own hosts in the hotseat. You don't want to miss this season. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

For this podcast, we sat down with Shelly Charter and Natasha Winterbottom of the American Parkinson Disease Association Iowa Chapter to raise awareness about how the disease impacts our friends and family.

Trey Seiser of Henkel Construction shares how MBEye on the Future program shaped his leadership journey, expanded his industry perspective, and prepared him to step into a meaningful role on the MBI Board of Directors.

This episode of MBI Edge: What Were You Thinking explores how construction professionals can build a stronger, more resilient body through practical strategies in movement, nutrition, recovery, and mindset with fitness expert Jen Fischer.

Join Tara Rinehart as she sits down with Chelsea Husum, bestselling author, keynote speaker, podcast host, and founder of American GPR & Coring, breaks down how authentic communication, adaptability, and straight-up honesty can transform leadership, strengthen teams, and prevent costly breakdowns on the jobsite.

Listen in on this latest episode of The MBI EDGE, to hear about a new approach through the Nation’s Largest Direct Primary Care Network.

This podcast is sponsored by McGill Junge Wealth Management Hear from Trent Burley of McGill Junge Wealth Management about the actual strategies needed to employ when looking at succession planning.

In this episode, we sit down with Zach Giglio, AI strategist and founder of GCM, to talk about what AI can really do for construction firms today. If you're attending the MBI Winter Conference, this conversation is your preview of why Zach's AI Accelerator for Construction course is a must-attend, hands-on experience designed to deliver immediate ROI.

Construction safety leaders are being called to do more than enforce rules—they’re being asked to influence culture, prevent serious incidents, and lead change from the front office to the frontline. In this episode, Jason Kunz shares why the Safety Professionals Masterclass at MBI Winter Conference is a must-attend experience for safety managers and directors ready to elevate their impact and dri...

“Join current MBI Board Chair Gordon Parker and President and CEO Chad Kleppe as they re-cap 2025 and share their perspectives going into 2026. Besides ending the year with our highest membership number in the history of MBI, some of the other highlights that happened during Gordon’s tenure as chair include the a roll-out of the BuildHer initiative, expansion of MBI’s training and education progra...

Newly elected Majority Leader, Senator Mike Klimesh of Spillville, IA joins the MBI Edge for a preview of the 2026 Legislative Session and the perspective of Senate Republicans.

Join us for a conversation with Liz Forkin Bohannon — social entrepreneur, author, and 2026 MBI Winter Conference keynote speaker — as she unpacks The Community Quotient™ . Liz’s inspiring message challenges us to rethink success, embrace curiosity, and lead with courage and community at the center.

Tune in to hear from one of Iowa’s legislative leaders talk about the 2026 Legislative Session!

Join Ben Hammes and Tara Rinehart to get a preview of the 2026 MBI BuildHer Program and how it’s designed to equip Iowa’s construction industry with the skills, confidence, and connections to advance their teams. Hear what makes this year’s experience unique—and why now is the time to invest in yourself and sign up.

In this episode of The MBI Edge: What Were You Thinking? , Tara Rinehart, Vice President of Industry Education sits down with Winter Conference keynote speaker Ben Nemtin to explore how buried dreams, purposeful action, and energy-driven living can unlock both personal and professional growth. Ben shares the powerful story behind his “Make the Impossible Possible” message and offers practical insi...

Join us for a brief explanation of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) with implementer, Mark Stanley. Learn how to grow your business using a series of tools that help clarify your vision and give you traction towards measurable results!

We sat down with James McNaughton of Neumann Brothers to garner an in-depth look at what is top of mind for young professionals in the commercial building industry. Added bonus: hear from him on what the MBI YBuilder program is all about and how you can participate!