Build Your Path

Choosing a career can feel overwhelming, but what if your personal interests could actually help guide the way? In this episode of the Build Your Path Podcast, we talk with John Whitty from Canopy Team about how he discovered a career path that connects with the things he enjoys most. John shares real advice on how to explore your passions, try new opportunities, and stay true to yourself while pr...

With experienced workers retiring and not enough young people entering the trades, construction companies are being forced to rethink how they recruit. In this episode, we're talking to two industry leaders who are doing just that. Tune in to learn new ideas, real life success stories, and inspiration to shake up your own hiring strategy. Thank you to our guests, Erik Klebahn with Harkins Builders...

Can you go from a being leader on the basketball court to a leader in the construction industry? Yes! In this episode, learn how Sam Meyerhoff leveraged the skills she gained in sports to excel as a Project Executive at Consigli Construction Co., Inc. Want to follow her footsteps? Get started today at buildyourpath.org!

The most successful career paths start with one step — and for this path, that step is an apprenticeship! In this episode, Jazmin talks with Nick Cummings about unions, apprenticeships, and how to build your own path brick-by-brick. Start your journey at buildyourpath.org!

Thank you to our guests for this episode, Tom Forman with Beckstrom Electric and Jen Vedrani with Southway Builders! In the first episode of season three of Build Your People, we dive into the evolving expectations in the workplace and how to find common ground between seasoned employees and the younger generation. Learn about using emotional intelligence to adapt leadership mindsets, maintain wor...

For this special Women in Construction Week episode, we talked to Jackie Erley with Belfor Property Restoration on how she built a path from the restaurant industry into construction — with support from other women along the way. Find your own fulfilling career at buildyourpath.org!

So you've decided on a career path — but how do you figure out where you want to work? Finding a workplace culture that aligns with your values can be hard. Tune in to hear from Mary Cole, who found her fit at United Rentals, about identifying the right workplace to support your life in and out of the office. Find your own fulfilling career at buildyourpath.org!

We’re excited to introduce Jazmin Rodriguez, the new voice of the Build Your Path podcast! Jazmin is passionate about helping students (like YOU!) explore career options and find the right path forward. She’s here to share real stories, advice, and insider tips from professionals in the construction industry to help you build your future. Stay tuned and find even more resources at buildyourpath.or...

Thank you to our guest for this episode, Frank Murphy with TEI Electrical Solutions! This Build Your People podcast series explores how organizations big and small can expand their HR outreach effectively and answers all of your HR questions! Jenn Dewees, President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation meets with Kathy Humm, founder of NTP HR, LLC in their podcast: Build...

To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2024, we’re excited to share the inspiring story of Shay, a concrete delivery professional at Chaney Enterprises and a true trailblazer in the built environment. Shay’s journey into her apprenticeship is deeply rooted in family legacy. With her mom’s pioneering role as a truck driver, her dad’s business in the construction industry, and her motivation to p...

Today, Emma sits down with Susan Young to get tips on branding yourself as a young leader by using social media, your own voice/storytelling, and active listening! You won't want to miss these insider tips. Want more career-building? Dig in at buildyourpath.org mccei.org

Today Emma sits down with Nicholas Redding, CEO and President of Preservation Maryland! They talk historic trades, implementing a love of history, art, craftsmanship, and even science to your career path! Check out Nick's work at https://www.preservationmaryland.org/ https://historictrades.org/ https://www.preservecast.org/ Thank you to our sponsor, Capitol Technology University. Want more career-...

Being a woman in construction is hard but SO rewarding, and Andrea has all the tips to finding your sponsor (hint: someone who will lift you up!) and thriving as a community. Let's start 2024 off right with this inspirational podcast episode with guest Andrea Janzen of Ambition Theory. Let's dig in and Build Your Path! Ambition Theory: https://ambitiontheory.com/ For more information on the Build...

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This month, Emma meets with Steve Montgomery and they discuss technology in construction, the innovative industry, and even a robot dog named Spot! For more information on the Build Your Path series go to https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation (MCCEI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to promoting, developing, and connecting career opportunitie...

Respect is key in the workplace, and in this episode, Jenn and Kathy sit down with Laura Schenning and Julia Pingel to discuss how to manage people and create a culture of respect! Thank you to our sponsors of this episode: Johns Hopkins and Shapiro and Duncan! This Build Your People podcast series explores how organizations big and small can expand their HR outreach effectively and answers all of...

Emma meets with MCCEI's intern and they chat about what it takes to get hired as a summer intern, why employers should think about hiring passion over 'relevant' experience, and how marketing/communications/creative majors can benefit from looking towards the construction industry. For more information on the Build Your Path series go to https://mccei.org/build-your-path/ Maryland Center for Const...

On this special ACE Mentor of Baltimore episode, Emma speaks with Matt Karle of Gilbane Building Co. Learn more about his story, advice for young people entering the industry, and the importance of mentorship. This Build Your Path podcast series explores how people get into their careers in the built environment. Interviews with industry members help highlight the paths these members took to get t...

What is strategic HR? How can my organization thrive and support our employees, and hire more amazing employees? Jenn Sproul, President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation meets with Kathy Humm, founder of NTP HR, LLC in their new podcast: Build Your People. This Build Your People podcast series explores how organizations big and small can expand their HR outreach effe...

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On this special Women's History Month episode, Emma speaks with Darian Muriel of Bozzuto. Born with a love of building and giving back, Darian is making history as a young woman in construction management. Learn more about her story, advice for young women in the industry, and her goals for the future on this exciting episode. In this episode, you'll hear how you can turn your passion for construc...

You might be doing HR all wrong, and we're here to help! What is strategic HR? How can my organization thrive and support our employees, and hire more amazing employees? Jenn Sproul, President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation meets with Kathy Humm, founder of NTP HR, LLC in their new podcast: Build Your People. This Build Your People podcast series explores how orga...

Jenn Sproul now calls herself the President of the Maryland Center for Construction Education and Innovation, but thanks to her degree in communications and marketing from Loyola University she's been able to support a number of different construction companies over her career. Learn more about how a passion for marketing can support your future in the construction industry, the importance of ment...

Join us for an insightful podcast episode as we delve into the fascinating realm where construction and technology intersect. In this episode, our esteemed guest, Nancy Novak, Chief Innovation Officer at Compass Data Centers, shares her extensive experience spanning over three decades in the industry. Discover how we can inspire and encourage more women to join the construction field, exploring th...

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Drew, the Principal Threat Intelligence Analyst at Guidepoint Security, to delve into the intriguing world of cybersecurity and its impact on the construction industry. As the head of intelligence operations in reverse malware engineering, Drew brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Join us as we explore the pressi...