Inside The Firm

Shira Abel is a growth expert with 25 years of experience, trusted by global companies like Siemens, Samsung, AXA, and Allianz. As the founder of Hunter & Bard and creator of The Perception Formula™, she helps businesses understand their customers and drive growth. Shira is also a Lecturer at UC Berkeley and a sought-after speaker, known for her insights on trust-building and customer-centric stra...

On this episode of Inside the Firm, the guys review the EntreArchitect Small Firm Business Pulse Report for Quarter one of 2025. Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Jacob has a passion for seeing the potential in every project and is commonly mistaken for Prince Harry. He is the co-founder of BLOK Studio in Minnesota. His firm has designed a wide variety of projects ranging from small residential, to large mixed use project. He is deeply involved in the design, development, and construction of the Little Mod project which we will dive into during this podcast...

On this episode of Inside the Firm, the guys review a new client intake form, then how to jumpstart housing, and last but not least, who should have the final say?! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Jayla Siciliano is the CEO of a bi-coastal luxury short-term rental company and host of The Seed Money Podcast. With 25+ years of experience, she founded Bon Affair, appeared on Shark Tank, and secured a deal with Mark Cuban. After facing setbacks, Jayla now helps early-stage entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses that balance success with lifestyle.

On this episode of Inside the Firm, what is inflation up to these days, then the Colorado Democrats continue to try and tackle housing affordability, the benefits of being a builder architect, and last but not least, the difference between interior design programs vs. architecture?! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Dr. Alain Salas is a Chiropractic Physician, #1 Amazon best-selling author, and creator of the Mind Clearing, Body Clearing, and Goal & Success Clearing systems. After experiencing personal and professional struggles—including a failing business, divorce, and a colon cancer diagnosis—he embarked on a transformative journey that led him to discover a 3-step process to break limiting beliefs and ach...

On this episode of Inside the Firm, when will these dang old mortgage rates go down, then multifamily developer confidence falls again, and last but not least, are we the only ones who care to reply all?! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Jonathan Lautermilch is the CEO of Smart Shark, a company that helps CEOs and small business owners become best-selling authors to dominate their markets and create a lasting legacy. With 16 years of business development experience, Jonathan is passionate about helping others join the 1% club of best-selling published authors. He is a best-selling author himself and co-hosts the Real Talk with Rea...

Patrick Risk is a visionary leader with over 15 years of experience driving global transformations and organizational redesigns. He has a proven track record of creating billions in value through strategic planning, project management, and process improvement across industries like technology, healthcare, and non-profit sectors. Patrick has led initiatives that saved billions of dollars, improved...

On this episode of Inside the Firm, we test drive the client on boarding software that long time listener Nick Harrison is building, and last but not least, the Denver Mayor has a plan to fix long delays for construction permits?! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Roggen Frick is a seasoned construction professional with a lifetime of experience in the field, starting at just 3 years old. He earned his degree in construction management from Colorado State University and has worked in various roles, from foreman to project engineer, before founding Bear Iron Works, a company that manufactures products for the civil construction sector. Roggen integrates ERP...

On this episode of Inside the Firm, are your people failing you or are you failing your people, then some echoes from the Great Recession, and last but not least, what is the leading determinant of happiness for your employees?! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Michael Bohn, AIA, is a Senior Principal and Design Director at Studio One Eleven, where he has dedicated his career to advancing innovative solutions for affordable housing and community revitalization. With over 30 years of experience, Michael has pioneered the firm's modular approach to affordable housing solutions, exemplified by projects like the award-winning Watts Works, and Vanowen, a newl...

On this episode of Inside the Firm, is it dumb or brilliant, more tariff talk, what’s more important - serving the client or health, safety, and welfare?, and last but not least, why you should network with your biggest competitors. Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

On this episode of Inside the Firm, be a source, not just a resource, then millennials actually want smaller homes with better materials?!, and last but not least, why entrepreneurship is not for everyone. Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

On this episode of Inside the Firm, three ways to make decisions, your competitors are actually your allies, and this one simple practice will win you more clients. Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Today, we have a truly one-of-a-kind guest! You might recognize him as the 'Question Mark Guy,' or from his unforgettable infomercials and TV appearances that showed millions of Americans how to unlock government grants and benefits. Matthew Lesko has spent over four decades uncovering ways for people to access funds they never knew were available, and he’s sold over four million books in the proc...

Brent Pohlman is the CEO and owner of Midwest Laboratories, a company his father founded in 1975. Starting at just 15 years old, Brent worked his way up and became CEO in 2016. Driven by faith, Brent leads from the heart, focusing on people, processes, and technology in that order. He is passionate about teaching others to lead effectively and believes leadership begins with self-reflection and au...

On this episode of Inside the Firm, the guys give their best advice to all you Spring architectural graduates on how to get your first architecture job in a crappy economy! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

On this episode of Inside the Firm, You’re never going to believe it but the new 2024 building codes are actually set to save everyone money, don’t believe us?! Tune in to find out. ! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

Frank Iglesias is a seasoned real estate entrepreneur with experience in hundreds of deals across various exit strategies. Known for his solutions-oriented approach, Frank has consistently created successful outcomes for all parties, even in seemingly impossible situations. Since 2008, he has built his business through strong relationships and has hosted numerous real estate meetings on residentia...

On this episode of Inside the Firm, Your Q4 EntreArchitect Small Firm Business Pulse Report plus how Colorado House Bill 25-1261 Will Skyrocket Housing Costs! Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

On this episode of Inside the Firm, the NAHB is claiming that the multifamily market will stabilize at the end of 2025, then will banning gas stations lead to affordable housing, and finally Jack Dorsey reads. Join us as we go back Inside the Firm!

John Taft is a partner at the renowned architecture firm Backen and Backen. He has been instrumental in designing some of California’s most renowned wineries, including Dana Estates, Davis Estates, Larkmead, and more. His restaurant work is equally distinguished, The Restaurant at Phantom Creek Estates was lauded as the best place to eat “anywhere-this year” in 2021 by The Globe and Mail