Construction Disruption

Our guest John Mitchell of Think It Be It is an entrepreneur and success coach dedicated to sharing his discoveries with driven people. John owned a successful business but felt that he was capable of more, so he turned to the top book on success,  Think and Grow Rich . After diving deep into the book and its lessons, John shares his findings with the world. Now he teaches a course on the Sci...

As weather patterns shift and evolve, the presence of skilled meteorologists is becoming mandatory. In the United States alone, we’ve faced many catastrophes over the past few years, from wildfires in California and Colorado to blizzards in Texas to hurricanes in the South. Extreme weather crops up across the country, and many communities have suffered the loss of life and property. As the climate...

Our guests, Greg Fritz and Tyler Baier of Evolve Stone, are the CEO and National Sales Manager of this up-and-coming company. Evolve Stone recently won Best in Show and Most Innovative Building Material at the 2022 International Builder’s Show for their unique stone veneer product. Installed with just a nail gun, Evolve Stone’s incredible durability, low weight, and moisture impermeability set it...

Our guests, Mary and Jason Sturgeon of Arcade Wayfinding, are dedicated to improving the habits and workflow of construction workers. They both started in construction by working on the same summer roofing crew. Once the season was over, Mary switched to construction accounting, and Jason became a project manager. After moving to Seattle with their young family, they gained more experience before...

Our guest Casey Grey chose construction in high school after shop class appealed to him, and other classes missed the mark. He searched for an apprenticeship and worked as a carpenter for seven years. Then, he started his own business, content to run his company like anyone else. Everything changed when he unwittingly attended an event with a motivational speaker, and he examined himself and his b...

Our guest Tony Trapp graduated from Upper Valley Career Center in 1985 in Industrial Electronics, then worked in the field for nearly 20 years. He then returned to UVCC, eager to help the next generation of students find their ideal careers. Now the Coordinator of Pre-Apprenticeship for Trades and Industry, Tony matches local business with students. He’s also in charge of the German-American Appre...

Our guest Robert August has decades of experience in real estate, marketing, and business development, responsible for over $25 billion in commercial, residential, and institutional real estate. Robert started his own realty company and a national business development and marketing company in 1983, then replaced them with North Star Synergies in 2011. He now serves on the National Association of H...

Our guest George Smart discovered Modernist architecture when looking for a new home. A local example of Modernist architecture was torn down, spurring him to catalog the remaining homes nearby. This effort grew into the website NCModernist and eventually into USModernist and USModernist Radio. Now in the eighth year of his radio show, George has helped design and build his own home in a Modernist...

Our guest Kevin McKenzie is co-owner of Built Right Digital, a digital marketing company tailored for the home improvement industry. Kevin is a man of many talents with a master’s degree in Statistics, a stint as a college instructor, experience as a vinyl siding installer, and a certified Google Partner. He leverages these varied skills to provide marketing purpose-built for home improvement prof...

Our guest Jeff Echols started his career as an architect in Chicago and Indianapolis. However, he always enjoyed the idea of focusing on startups and market development. So, Jeff pivoted his career and now works as a business consultant. Now he produces multiple podcasts, speaks professionally, and provides valuable expertise to businesses in all fields. He wants to streamline your business, help...

Our guest Matt Thornhill spent the first part of his career in marketing and advertising when he noticed a disturbing trend. In both advertising and marketing, significant effort went into targeting consumers 18-49, but after 50, all effort dropped sharply. Bewildered by this way of thinking, Matt started researching this demographic, determined to find a way to reach such a large and growing sect...

Our guest Wolf Richter runs the financial website  wolfstreet.com , covering “the stories behind business, finance, and money” since 2011. Spurred by the financial crisis of 2008, Wolf converted his ramblings into a website, hoping to spark discussion on the financial world at the time. Now, with an active community on his site, Wolf keeps it updated with daily articles and reports on all the rele...

Our guest Ed Macnab, CEO of 3D Printed Homes Corporation, leads a team of skilled individuals dedicated to making 3D printed homes a reality in Canada. After time in construction, IT, management, and venture capital, Ed found a team with a developed idea and the technical know-how but lacking business acumen. After learning more about the business and its mission to bring affordable housing to Can...

Our guest Jeff Chatterton, Crisis Communication Expert at Checkmate Public Affairs, has twenty years of crisis management under his belt. Co-author of the bestselling book,  Leaders Under Fire , Jeff specializes in helping leaders and organizations prepare for and deal with emergencies and bad publicity. Crafting the appropriate response to conflict often takes an outside perspective. Besides cris...

Our guest is Kiki Redhead, Global CMF & Trend Manager at Sherwin Williams Industrial & Performance Coatings. After earning a master’s degree in Trend Forecasting, Kiki became an expert in color trends across industries. Specializing in industrial design, she designs colors for longevity and performance as well as beauty and style. Using her knowledge of trends, Kiki works with a team to create col...

Our guests are Jordan and Mason Burchette, a wife and husband with a unique story to tell. Mason is the Director of Marketing and Development at  Best Buy Metals , a national metal roofing manufacturer and supplier. After starting in the warehouse at Best Buy, Mason made his way to sales and now serves on the executive team. Jordan is a stay-at-home mom, homeschool teacher, and owner of a branding...

Our guest is Gary Fleisher, the Modcoach and mind behind modularhomesource.com . Gary has been in the modular home industry for decades and amassed a wealth of knowledge. As the industry continues to grow, he believes that modular home building is here to stay. Gary is the go-to guy for anything in modular or off-site construction, and he’s been writing the leading industry blog for 15 years.  Ema...

Our guest is Lindsey Ray, Vice President of Interior Construction at Falkbuilt Ltd., a manufacturer and partner with contractors, architects, and consumers. Lindsey has worked in interior design since 2009, teaching it at Kent State during the 2014-15 school year. Before joining Falkbuilt, Lindsey worked on designing headquarters for large corporations. Now she uses her experience to further innov...

Our guest is Billy Ream, creator of Ruahaus Holistic 3D Design, a firm providing “spirit-filled” homes with a variety of designs, ideas, and form factors. Billy has extensive experience as an architect with a portfolio spanning the residential and commercial sectors. Now an independent small business owner, Billy uses his skills to provide environmentally conscious homes with a holistic approach....

Our guest is Frank Farmer, President of American Metal Roofs and Metal Roofing Consultants. Frank started in sales in 1986, opening his own metal roofing company in 1999. Now the premier metal roofing contractor in Michigan, Frank offers his knowledge to new and inexperienced salespeople and contractors looking to improve their businesses. Contact Frank through metalroofingconsultants.com , americ...

Our guest is Evan Troxel, Architectural Community Director at Tect App, Inc. Evan has worked as an architect for years, but now focuses on the Tect App, a platform bringing manufacturers and architects for easier product discovery and fruitful relationships. As both parties experience labor and material shortages, cooperation is more important than ever. Reach out to Evan on Twitter @etroxel or em...

Our guest is Rosemarie Rossetti, an expert of Universal Design, aging in place, and accessible design. Rosemarie was disabled in an accident and used that as an opportunity to become a leading voice for the importance of easily accessible design in residential and commercial applications. Now a motivational speaker, Rosemarie lives in the Universal Design Living Laboratory, a demonstration home bu...

Our guest is Adam Clark, COO of Best Buy Metals. Adam fills many roles at Best Buy Metals, ensuring that customers get the best experience possible. As the steel industry continues to rise in popularity, the numerous benefits of steel draw customers in from many different areas. Adam advises listeners on the practices they can instill in their employees and coworkers to improve their success as a...

Our guest is Derek Hodgin, President/Owner of Construction Science and Engineering, Inc. As a registered professional engineer, Derek lends his expertise in forensic engineering applications of all kinds. Listen along as Derek relates his experiences with construction and his feelings on the current state of building codes across the country. Repairs and upkeep of old buildings are cropping up as...

Our guest is Bob Zabcik of Z-tech Consulting, a consultant for building safety and engineering. Bob is Technical Director for the Metal Construction Association, a leading trade organization. Also a LEED-accredited professional and a licensed engineer, his career is dedicated to building safety and performance. Listen in as we discuss his current projects, the Grenfell fire in the UK, and the Surf...