EntreArchitect Podcast with Mark R. LePage

Start Small Selling What You Already Know Starting small and selling what you already know is the focus as Jed Byrne returns to the EntreArchitect Podcast. He unpacks why selling feels hard for architects and where those fears come from. Then he shows how starting small builds confidence fast. Jed introduces a clear constraints framework for selling that removes pressure and adds focus. As a resul...

How AI Is Changing Design, Visualization, and Client Communication AI in architecture is changing how firms design, visualize, and communicate ideas. In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Kacper Staniul, founder and CEO of MyArchitectAI, joins Mark R. LePage to explore what this shift really means for architects today. Together, they break down why AI-powered rendering tools are becoming...

Mark's Renovation Story on Home: The Second Story Podcast In this special episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage's renovation story on home takes center stage through a conversation on Home: The Second Story. Mark joins hosts Taylor Davis, Marilyn Moedinger, and Sheri Scott to reflect on architecture, business, and belonging. Mark shares the personal journey of renovating a 1934 stu...

Why AI Is Good for Architects In this episode, Mark R. LePage talks with Bryon McCartney about why AI is good for architects. Bryon is the CEO of Archmark and a longtime branding and business coach for firm owners. Together, they explore how AI can support architects instead of replacing them. Next, Bryon shares practical ways architects are using AI today. For example, he explains how AI can save...

Stop to Reflect and Be Proud of Your Success Before You Prepare for the New Year As the year winds down, many leaders rush ahead instead of pausing. In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, we explore why it matters to stop to reflect before the new year. Mark R. LePage is joined by Shannon Hughes of Enliven Studios to talk about pride, progress, and presence. Shannon shares her path from co...

A New Era for AIA Contract Documents and What It Means for Small Firms A new era for AIA Contract Documents is reshaping how small firms manage risk, clarity, and collaboration. In this episode of EntreArchitect, Mark R. LePage talks with Nick Macey, CEO of AIA Contract Documents, about what this shift really means for practice today. Together, they explore why contracts matter more than ever in a...

Designing Resilient Homes for a New Climate Reality (Case Study House 2.0) In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, we explore designing resilient homes for a new climate reality with architects Harper Halprin and Aaron Leshtz of AAHA Studio. They share the story behind their Case Study 2.0 project, a modern reimagining of the iconic Case Study House Program built for an era marked by wildfi...

Your Next Hire Should Be a Systems Champion Your next hire should be a systems champion, especially if you’re an architect drowning in day-to-day operations. In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage talks with David Jenyns, founder of Systemology and author of Systems Champion. David explains why architects must build systems that work without them and how a dedicated systems...

Using the Right Words: How Copywriting Builds a Better Architecture Brand In this episode, Mark R. LePage talks with award-winning copywriter Larry Lindner, opening the door to a conversation many architects overlook: why the right words matter just as much as great design. Larry explains how strong storytelling helps architects stand out in a crowded market and connect with the clients they want...

Intentional Visibility for Small Architecture Firms In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage explores the concept of intentional visibility for small architecture firms with marketing experts Katie Alessi and Kelly Donahue. Together, they unpack what it truly means to be visible in a crowded market and how small firms can strategically connect their message to the right audien...

How Lighting Design Shapes Our Health and Business Success How lighting design shapes our health is more than an architectural trend—it’s a business advantage. In this episode, lighting designer and educator David Warfel reveals how light influences our sleep, productivity, and mood in both homes and workplaces. He explains how natural light strengthens our circadian rhythm and why better lighting...

The Power of Placemaking at Skylab Architecture In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage explores holistic design process architecture with Susan Barnes and Robin Wilcox of Skylab. Based in Portland, Skylab integrates architecture, interiors, and master planning into one seamless approach. Their work shows that design is more than solving problems. It is storytelling and place...

Designing a Referable Client Experience In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Stacey Brown Randall shares why designing an intentional client experience is the key to long-term business success. She explains that every business, whether by design or default, has a client experience—and those touchpoints deeply impact how clients feel throughout their journey. Stacey emphasizes the importa...

How AI is Reshaping the Architect Workflow In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage sits down with architect and entrepreneur Greg Holman, AIA, founder of Studio 27 and creator of CADMonkeyAI. Greg shares his journey from earning his Master of Architecture at Texas Tech University to managing multimillion-dollar projects and eventually launching his own practice in Roswell, Ne...

Rebuilding the Fabric of a City with Purpose and Design In this episode of EntreArchitect, citizen architect Kurt Neiswender, AIA, shares how he is rebuilding the fabric of a city with purpose and design. With over two decades of architectural experience, Kurt has dedicated his work to advancing low-to-no energy consumption projects that not only meet but often exceed net-zero standards. Through U...

Building a "Back Office in a Box" for Small Firm Architects In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage welcomes Evin Wick, a former tax lawyer who transitioned into the world of fintech entrepreneurship. Evin shares the story behind his company, S Works, an AI-powered back office solution designed to support small businesses and solo professionals. He reflects on his journey thr...

Introducing Flying Solo with Katie Kangas, a podcast where professionals share how they have pursued their dreams of architectural practice and design. Listen to the full season 1 In this episode of Flying Solo, host Katie Kangas explores what it really means to fly . She begins with perspective—examining why choosing to step into the unknown and aiming for “blue oceans” can open up new horizons f...

Flying Solo: Introducing the Newest EntreArchitect Podcast In this episode of EntreArchitect, Mark R. LePage welcomes Katie Kangas, a solopreneur architect and the host of the brand-new podcast Flying Solo. Katie shares her journey from growing up in the Black Hills of South Dakota to founding her own practice, Pasque Architecture, in Minnesota. She reflects on the challenges and rewards of runnin...

Navigating Uncertainty: Economic Trends Every Small Firm Must Watch In this episode of EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage welcomes Kermit Baker, Chief Economist for the American Institute of Architects, for an in-depth conversation on how small firms can navigate today’s uncertain economic climate. Kermit unpacks the shifting landscape of the U.S. economy, the role of architecture within it, a...

ESOPs for Architects In this episode of EntreArchitect, Mark R. LePage sits down with Matt Middendorp, Director of ESOP Consulting at Vision Point Capital, to demystify the world of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) for architects and design firm owners. They explore how ESOPs work as both a business transition strategy and a tool for building long-term employee wealth. Matt explains the fina...

Why He Left Architecture Behind to Solve the Industry’s Biggest Problems Robert Yuen’s path to entrepreneurship didn’t begin in a boardroom, it started in the studio. Trained as an architect, Robert quickly realized that while architects loved design, they were struggling with the business side of running a firm. That insight led him to co-found Monograph, a platform built specifically to help arc...

Building Websites That Work for Small Firm Architects In this episode of EntreArchitect, Mark R. LePage sits down with Bryon McCartney, co-founder and CEO of Archmark, to unpack the findings of a new business report on architecture firms. Together they explore why an effective online presence has become a non-negotiable for architects who want to grow their practices. Bryon explains how many firms...

How to Become Irreplaceable as a Small Firm Architect In this solo session of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage addresses the urgent question many architects are asking: how do we remain relevant as AI and automation reshape the profession? He emphasizes that the answer doesn’t lie in outpacing technology at technical tasks, but in doubling down on what machines cannot replicate. Authorit...

Why Most Firms Stall (And How to Scale Without Breaking) In this episode of the podcast, Mark Orttung, CEO of Projectworks and Chair of Provoke, unpacks why so many service-based firms hit growth plateaus—and how to scale without breaking. Drawing from his decades in the tech industry, Mark shares lessons learned leading high-growth companies like Nexient and Bill.com, as well as his time in produ...

Unapologetically DOPE: Building an "Empire" on Her Own Terms Danilda Polanco is unapologetically redefining what it means to be a woman in architecture and construction. As the founder of DOPE Architecture Inc., a woman-owned design-build firm in Denver, Danilda shares how her journey from the Dominican Republic to running a successful practice is fueled by purpose, intuition, and a passion for tr...