Specified: Building Materials & Construction Growth Podcast

Donald Koppy is a Construction Specifier at True Architecture.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Donald talks about his career background and his early fascination with architecture. He also discusses the gaming theory when it comes to the building process, taking the time to understand your client’s needs and expectations, industry trends he’s currently following, and more. Don’t mis...

Maya Irizarry is the Founder of Solutions by Maya.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Maya talks about her passion for helping others and how it eventually turned into her consulting advisory firm, Solutions by Maya. She also discusses emotional intelligence and soft skills in business, building effective teams with the Five C’s, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Po...

Robert Puharich is the Founder of IsleFlow and the Co-Author of Building Brilliance.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Robert talks about the launch of his new book, Building Brilliance, which is based on past Specified Growth Podcast interviews, and some of the things he learned during the collaborative process. He also discusses the importance of mentorship, having a clear goal and...

Dr. Carol Massay is the Founder of Unity For Construction.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Dr. Massay talks about her career background and some of her entrepreneurial experiences. She also discusses the importance of keeping up with new technology in the construction space, being confident in your abilities as a leader, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast!...

Scott Jenkins is the CEO and Co-Founder of ZS2 Technologies.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Scott talks about his entrepreneurial background and some of the things he’s learned throughout his career. He also discusses the ever-growing need for climate resistant materials, the importance of building strong teams and relationships, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growt...

Greg Hudson is the President of Roofing Alliance.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Greg talks about his career background and how he got into the commercial roofing industry. He also discusses the 4 pillars of the Roofing Alliance, some of the training and opportunities available in the roofing and building materials industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Pod...

Michael Pink is the CEO of SmartPM Technologies.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Michael talks about his background in the construction industry, from consulting to the tech side of things, and how data has played an important part in his career. He also discusses using data to better manage construction projects, how technology is improving the construction industry, and more. Don’...

John Kenney is the CEO of Cotney Consulting Group.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, John talks about his background and passion for the roofing industry. He also discusses passing down his knowledge through educational courses designed specifically for our industry, how to organize yourself and manage your time as an entrepreneur, why keeping up with technology is essential, and more...

Christopher Penn is the Co-Founder and Chief Data Scientist at Trust Insights.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Christopher talks about the various AI engines and how to use them the right way to get the outcome you’re looking for. He also discusses the differences between classical AI and generative AI, the marketing landscape and things to consider for the future, and more. Don’t m...

Erick Sharp is the President and CEO of ACE Laboratories.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Erick talks about his entrepreneurial background and what prompted him to start his own testing laboratory, as well as some of the transitions the company has gone through as they’ve grown. He also discusses the rapidly changing standards in the industry and being able to respond quickly, their...

Albert Bou Fadel is the CEO of SmartBarrel.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Albert talks about his entrepreneurial background and what led him to the construction tech industry. He also discusses having a healthy relationship with risk, focusing on innovation over digitization, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast!     Please reach out if you have any feedba...

Tommy Linstroth is the Founder and CEO of Green Badger.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Tommy talks about his entrepreneurial background and the story behind Green Badger — a construction software platform for automating sustainability in the built environment. He also discusses green standards in different regions and how the regulations and requirements are changing, connecting th...

Farhan Salim is the Co-Founder of CICA AI Inc.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Farhan talks about his construction background and how he went from civil engineering to construction tech. He also discusses bridging knowledge gaps in the construction industry, how they’re using AI to simplify document reviews, the importance of having a development system in place for young employees,...

Josef Bromovsky is the Founder and CEO of Algoma.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Josef talks about his background in the construction tech space and how he got into entrepreneurship. He also discusses the importance of fully committing to your start-up, why he started Algoma and how they’re using AI-driven data to improve the pre-construction process, his tips for successfully fund...

Gabe Guetta is the Founder and CEO of SALUS.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Gabe talks about his background in construction and how he got into safety software. He also discusses some things to keep in mind when trying to break into construction tech, the importance of good communication, the future of safety in the construction industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specif...

Gonzalo Galindo is the President of CEMEX Ventures.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Gonzalo talks about his background at CEMEX and how he got into the innovation and corporate venture side of construction. He also discusses what key things they look for when deciding which start-ups to work with, how to grow your network of early adopters, some of the biggest challenges in the cons...

Katherine Robinette is the Owner and President of Keystone and Raven.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Katherine talks about her background in both theater and marketing, and how they’ve helped her in her current position. She also discusses building trusted relationships with your clients, her tips to taking the slog out of work and having a strong company culture, putting together...

Kristopher Lengieza is the Vice President of Procore Technologies.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Kristopher talks about his career background and his transition to the tech side of the construction industry. He also discusses using AI to improve productivity in construction, how adopting new technology can help bring in the next generation, the importance of collecting data, and m...

Blima Ehrentreu is the Founder and CEO of The Designers Group.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Blima talks about how her passion for design was sparked at a young age. She also discusses trying new things and learning from your mistakes, using design to improve people’s environments and create a better world, giving back and mentoring the next generation of designers, and more. Don’...

Chad Prinkey is the Founder and CEO of Well Built Construction Consulting.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Chad talks about his career background, from working in construction to running his consulting business. He also discusses some of his sales strategies, being a resource provider and understanding your customer’s needs, the importance of reading body language, some of the oppor...

Ryan Aalsma is the Executive Vice President at Skanska.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Ryan talks about his background and how he got into the construction industry. He also discusses the importance of strong leadership and investing in employee development, using good communication to build relationships, giving back to the construction industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode...

Ken Gray is the Co-Founder and Chief Performance Officer at Dig Robotics.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Ken talks about his background, from working in Japan to co-founding Dig Robotics. He also discusses some of the unique challenges he’s faced in his career and finding solutions to overcome them, how Dig Robotics is focusing on improving operator performance in hydraulic excavat...

Chris Bishop is the President of the National Concrete Refinement Institute.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Chris talks about the background of the NCRI and some of the challenges and opportunities in the concrete industry. He also discusses the importance of self-awareness, refining standards and introducing measurable benchmarks in the concrete industry, and more. Don’t miss this...

Donella Olson is the Owner of Two Island Design Build.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Donella talks about her career background and how she discovered her passion for remodeling homes at a young age. She also discusses developing strong listening skills, understanding individual personality types, the importance of having a qualification process, and more. Don’t miss this episode o...

Jill Schulman is the Principal at Breakthrough Leadership Group.   In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Jill talks about the science behind bravery and how it can be developed as a skill. She also discusses how to generate positive emotions, surrounding yourself with the right people to help you achieve your goals, positive psychology and living your best life, and more. Don’t miss this ep...