ICI Digs Deep

Don't find yourself caught between a rock and a hard place - literally. Join Richard Hedgecock and Jim Wood as they discuss struck-by workplace injuries and how to avoid them. Need a Toolbox Talk on avoiding equipment kickback? Click here: https://indianaconstructors.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/2020-08_Struck-By%E2%80%93Avoiding-Equipment-Kickback.pdf To learn more about this week's sponsor, Re...

Julia Polston (ICI), David Dalton (INDOT), Eric Fisher (Hamilton Heights High School) and Chad Sutton (Garrett High School) finish up their uplifting workforce development conversation about creating a path for students who might not be headed to a four-year college, but who do have a passion for building a better future for themselves in construction. To learn more about this week's sponsor, CNA...

Revive your hope in the next generation by sitting down with Julia Polston (ICI), David Dalton (INDOT), Eric Fisher (Hamilton Heights High School) and Chad Sutton (Garrett High School) as they talk about educating the next generation through construction and engineering programs. In this first installment of a two-part series, the gang talks about growing programs across Indiana schools, igniting...

Today, Richard Hedgecock sits down with Don Adamson (Fox Contractors Corp.), Doug Burguess (INDOT) and Josh Cook (HNTB) to talk about how the Fort Wayne ITT has continued to work together, even in the times of COVID-19. You can learn more about our sponsor, The Reinforced Earth Company, here: https://web.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/The-Reinforced-Earth-Company-1519

Meet Brandeis Machinery & Supply Company's Corey Wall and learn about this fourth-generation, family-owned business that has been an ICI member since 1937. This episode, Corey tells us how he's learned to build a positive work environment through people-first values. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Chubb Surety, visit https://web.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Chubb-Surety-1460 .

You can never be too prepared when it comes to disaster preparedness. Join Richard Hedgecock and Jim Wood as they talk about why you need a plan and how to make one. Contact Jim Wood at jwood@indianaconstructors.org to get personalized help with your plan. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Gibson, visit https://web.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Gibson-1486 . To listen to our crisis communicat...

Anyone can become a leader through hard work, perseverance and maintaining positive work relationships, and Melissa Walker of HWC Engineering, Inc. is here to prove it. Nominated by Jon Day, Melissa talks about her journey through the engineering field, as well as what advice she would give to aspiring engineers. To learn more this week's sponsor, Construction Fabrics & Grids, visit https://we...

If disaster strikes, what's your plan? ICI Manager of Communications & Technology Andria Hine talks about crisis communications with communications expert Anthony Huey. You'll also learn about ICI's partnership with CrisisDriver, the app that keeps you on track and helps protect your reputation. To learn more about this week's sponsor, United Consulting, visit https://web.indianaconstructors.o...

It's no secret that COVID-19 threw a wrench in everybody's 2020 plans. Negotiation, now done virtually, is a crucial skill in maintaining relationships with employees, customers and business partners. Dr. Carolyn Goerner, Clinical Professor of Management at IU Kelley School of Business and owner of www.practicalparadigms.com , chats with Julia Polston about negotiation skills in this post-COVID er...

The construction season is in full swing for Hoosiers! Join Richard, Jim and George as they catch you up to speed on everything you need to know about safely on-boarding new and returning employees, as well as drug testing updates and COVID-19. OSHA Training Requirements: https://www.osha.gov/Publications/osha2254.pdf DISA Collection Sites: http://indianaconstructors.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06...

When it comes to Jonathan Crews, Operations Manager at US Hydrovac Inc., three words come to KP Panchal's mind: passion, dedication and attitude. In this episode, we recognize Jon's contributions to the industry, and Jon shares advice he's learned over the past 13 years. Nominate an industry leader here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ingoodconomination

Safety is ICI's No. 1 priority, and we are pleased to introduce our Director of Safety and Training Jim Wood, CHST. Learn more about Jim's background and his plan to get to know our members. Want to get to know Jim or invite him to your business? Send him an email at jwood@indianaconstructors.org .

“We’ve been extended family for a long time—forever—don’t you think it’s time we start to act like it?” –Rusty Fowler This week, Richard chats with half of the Indiana Transportation Team Vincennes District Steering Committee: Rusty Fowler from INDOT, Nick Chapman from E&B Paving and David Goffinet from Lochmueller Group. They dig into how their partnerships have evolved through family-first r...

This episode, we see why Kip Bancroft has stayed with West Side Tractor Sales for 13 years. From the family-like atmosphere to charitable attitudes, Kip has learned something from everyone he’s ever worked with.

How are employers supposed to handle COVID-19 amidst the state reopening? What training do employees need in order to work safely? What if some of my employees are uncomfortable returning to work? This week, ICI President Richard Hedgecock talks to Jameson Berry, Director of Construction Safety at the Indiana Department of Labor, and Josh Richardson, Chief of Staff at the Indiana Department of Wor...

Spend your morning with Dan Brown of Phend & Brown as he gives advice and relives memories from growing up in a family business. To nominate an outstanding member of the infrastructure and transportation industry, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ingoodconomination .

Join Richard Hedgecock, George Sheraw and special guest Andy Martone, President and CEO of Hesse Martone, P.C., as they talk about pension funds and potential bankruptcy surrounding the Central states.

ICI's update concerning COVID-19, with special guest Dan Osborn! To check out ICI's COVID-19 resources, visit http://indianaconstructors.org/covid-19/ .

ICI's update concerning COVID-19. To check out ICI's COVID-19 resources, visit http://indianaconstructors.org/covid-19/ .

ICI's update concerning COVID-19. To check out ICI's COVID-19 resources, visit http://indianaconstructors.org/covid-19/ .

ICI's update concerning COVID-19. To check out ICI's COVID-19 resources, visit http://indianaconstructors.org/covid-19/ .

ICI's update concerning COVID-19. To check out ICI's COVID-19 resources, visit http://indianaconstructors.org/covid-19/ .

ICI's update concerning COVID-19. To check out ICI's COVID-19 resources, visit http://indianaconstructors.org/covid-19/ .

ICI's update concerning COVID-19. To check out ICI's COVID-19 resources, visit http://indianaconstructors.org/covid-19/ .

ICI's update concerning COVID-19. To check out ICI's COVID-19 resources, visit http://indianaconstructors.org/covid-19/ .