Poole & Co Podcast

We are excited to chat with Tonia Trotter Price, Specification Sales Representative of Sesco Lighting. Her experience and expertise is unmatched. Tune in to hear her  journey and thoughts on how lighting comes into play when designing a space. 

Kyle and Faith are joined by Mickey Davis, Director of Sales & Installation, at Carpet Specialties. Learn more about his journey, what he does for the community, and more.   

We have a special episode to honor Women's History Month. The amazing women from our office join together to talk about being a woman in the industry and their career journies. 

Join us as we sit down with Valerie from the Val Group to learn more about their passion for helping newcomers fall in love with Birmingham. With a team of dedicated relocation experts, the Val Group has an in-depth knowledge of Birmingham’s diverse communities. They specialize in ensuring that people moving for work or other reasons are seamlessly integrated, enjoy a fantastic experience, and ach...

In this episode, Kyle sits down with Andy Prewitt, Vice President of The Prewitt Group, at their new office in downtown Birmingham. Together, they explore Andy's deep roots in Birmingham, the evolution of his family's independent insurance agency, and the unique challenges and rewards of running a multigenerational business. Andy shares personal stories about his father’s legacy, the gro...

We sat down with Gary Christian, a professional golfer who has recently pivoted into motivational speaking. Gary's insights from the world of golf apply to business, life, and personal growth. From navigating challenges to embracing the journey, Gary's story is sure to inspire. To learn more about Gary or to book him to speak, host a golf trip, coach, or mentor, connect with Gary on Link...

In this special episode, we unveil a major announcement regarding the strategic merger between Poole & Company Architects and Line Scale Form. Join host Kyle D’Agostino and guests John Poole, Kelly Mullins, and Bruce Herrington as they discuss the exciting implications of this partnership for both firms. Discover how this merger enhances our capabilities and strengthens our commitment to deliv...

In this episode, Kyle sits down with Owen Moore, Hoar Construction's Director of Business Development for their healthcare division, to discuss the latest trends and challenges in healthcare construction.  Hoar Construction has a rich history of over 80 years of construction experience.  The conversation delves into the intricacies of constructing healthcare facilities, including the importan...

We spoke with J ohn Boone (Principal of Orchestra Partners) about their incredible work and how they're helping lead the charge of Birmingham's revitalization. 

We have a very special episode of the podcast! The women architects and designers of our firm come together to discuss their professional journey in celebration of Women's History Month and International Women's Day on March 8th. 

Ann Wright Rygiel, Executive Director of The Firehouse Shelter in Birmingham, shares more information about the shelter, gives insight into the homeless community, and explains how we can be more compassionate and empathetic. 

Jeannie Krumdieck and Ryan Misner from Samford University's School of Architecture and Interior Design share more about their new program for Fall 2021, which is an accelerated five year degree in architecture.  

Mike McDevitt of Children’s Hospital of Alabama joins us to talk about making connections not just at their site, but also in the surrounding areas. Kyle also discusses the design of the iconic  Children’s of Alabama Hospital building and how they have been able to learn and grow as a community to create the great times we are in now.

Fouad Khalil, the owner of Modly, stops by the Poole & Co Podcast to discuss the vital role technology (both new and old) plays in building a more optimistic future of our industry and world as a whole. Kyle and Fouad also get into the growing opportunities that prefabrication and modular construction presents our region. 

Alex Krumdieck and John Pittari, Jr from the Urban Studio of Auburn University, join us to discuss how important it is to have a level of empathy to be able to connect to the communities around us. 

In this first episode of the #PooleandCo Podcast, we discuss how we can connect Downtown Birmingham and tie all of our neighborhoods together. We spoke with Phil Amthor of Orchestra Partners about the importance of being a mission-driven developer and helping create a “string of pearls” in Birmingham.