The Art of Construction

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we talk with Thomas (Tom) P. Walsh III-Attorney at Law about his firm’s unique service of providing legal strategies and solutions for business owners. Hear the story of how Tom Walsh’s passion for the Law helps his clients stay out of trouble as well as resolve legal disputes when they present themselves. Through this discussion you will learn how havin...

On this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we talk with Mike and Peggy Zagrzebski, Owners of Zag Built Custom Homes. They have built a loyal following of home buyers in the greater Colorado Western Slope area also known as Grand Junction, Mesa and the surrounding counties. Mike and Peggy Zagrzebski share their story of how they have created a successful company building distinctive custom homes t...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, hear the story of how Adam Sinclair, Sales Apprentice turned hard work into a full time role as a Sales Consultant at Mountain View Window & Door. Adam Sinclair started as a sales apprentice and by practising what he preaches, worked his way up to full time Sales consultant at Mountain View Window & Door. He’ll let you in on his ways of taking ca...

Hear how Tyler Coomes, Owner of Conifer Gutter Service & Best Awning Company is scaling a nearly 40 year old locally owned and family operated small business for success. He talks about taking care of and keeping your ideal customer while scaling and growing your business.  Get an insight into how this straight forward business has evolved into a “weather management” business. Tyler Coomes has...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, you’ll hear from Bradley A. Schmidt, AIA Vice President – Architecture and Ryan J. Barnes, PE - Forensic Architectural Engineer at SBSA (Solutions Before Solutions After) about their firm’s unique service of providing solutions before and after your construction project. They manage risk in advance as well as provide solutions after your project is compl...

On this episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, you’ll hear from Dennis Schaefer, President of visiblebuilder.com about his company’s approach to building effective Social Media Visibility and how critical this platform is to your bottom line in today’s Building Services Industry. In today's business world you have to take advantage of social media to get ahead. Houzz, Porch, Facebook, Twitter, Linked...

On this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, you’ll hear from Sarah “Slew” Lewis Design Consultant & Association Liaison with Decorative Materials about their approach to building effective relationships within the design, architectural and builder communities, and how critical this relationship building is to your bottom line. So what is Slew's "Secret Sauce"? Start with learning what your cus...

On this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, you’ll hear from Matt Rowe, Vice President at The Carruthers Group about his firm’s approach and process to building effective relationships and creating a productive selling formula that can benefit you. So what is Matt's "Secret Sauce"? Start with building trust and be likeable in the sales process. Be consistent and take one step at a time on a consis...

On this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, you’ll hear from Chris Armenta, Marketing/Business Development guru at Blind Corners & Curves. He discusses their approach to building valuable business relationships through networking and how it can benefit your business. So what's Chris' "Secret Sauce"? Start with a long term networking plan, be unique in your personal presentation and be consiste...

On this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, hear the story of how the Home Builders Foundation of Metro Denver provides accessibility solutions and home modifications for individuals with disabilities and financial need through the collaborated efforts of people like you in the home building industry. Projects are considered based on an accessibility need, funds and resources available at the time...

On this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, hear the story of how Devon Tilly-President and Brett Reitmair-Sales Manager at Mountain View Window & Door are scaling a business for success and how to create the right sales culture. They’ll talk about finding your WHY, your ideal customer, and the likely mistakes you’ll make along the way to scaling and growing your business. Also, get an insight...

In this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, we talk with Cory Williams, Business Development Manager with Brekhus Tile & Stone, Inc. about their approach and process to historic renovations & other complex projects that can benefit you. So what's Cory's "Secret Sauce"? Start with a bidding process that reflects consideration of best-priced materials, informed consultation, quality craftsma...

In this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, you’ll hear Stephanie Beninati, owner of Strategic Insurance Services and Bonded Builders, as she gives an important outline on how to protect your construction projects now and in the future. So what’s Stephanie’s “Secret Sauce”? Understanding the complicated world of construction liability and warranty coverage and then building relationships with buil...

In this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, you’ll hear from Jaime Rowe, owner of Tuesday Consulting. She outlines their program to help Business owners grow revenue by implementing strategic planning & processes. Their ‘Focused Path Consulting’ process provides business owners with the exact steps needed to improve their customer satisfaction scores and increase revenue. So what’s Jaime’s “Se...

On this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, you'll hear an interesting approach to navigating the rough waters within the health insurance arena for companies and their workforce from Nelly Sinclair, Benefits Manager with Visceral Solutions Inc. So what's Nelly's "Secret Sauce"? Navigating the choppy waters of the health benefits world Nelly helps both business owners and their workforce find reas...

In this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, you’ll hear an interesting perspective about historical renovation projects in Denver from premier Design Build expert Paul Fread, Design & Operations Manager with Classic Homeworks So what’s Paul’s “Secret Sauce”? Start with the best possible design, then provide continuous communication with customers throughout the process, letting them know up fr...

Polly Lestikow, co-owner of the Closet Factory will provide some great tips on Price Qualifying.... getting potential customers to open up and share their expectations at the beginning of the process to set a better foundation from the start, saving time and money and creating a better customer experience. For a Contractor, new home builder or re modeler, the Idea addressing pricing concerns early...

On this Episode of THE ART OF CONSTRUCTION, Ben Wood, owner- Archadeck® of the Foothills shares his story about transitioning from a successful career in the financial arena to owning and developing a successful outdoor living construction franchise. #Archadeck #Timbertech #BenWood

On this episode of The Art of Construction, you’ll hear great ideas about the Hiring Process... getting and keeping good people from Brian Workman, owner of The Blind Corners & Curves. For a Contractor, new home builder or remodeler, the Idea of hiring and keeping good talent is a daunting process. Blind Corners & Curves has become one of Denver’s largest distributors of blinds, plantation...

On this episode of Art of Construction, you’ll hear great insights from a unique brand of Real Estate agent, who focuses on partnering with contractors, new home builders, remodelers and Investors - Michael Beninati, Owner of The Beninati Group at Coldwell Banker Previews International. For a Contractor, new home builder or remodeler, the Idea of relying on a Real estate agent may initially seem a...

On this episode of Art of Construction, we learn first hand about targeted business practices, branding & development from Nick May, Owner of Walls By Design. Their branding slogan, “Painters by Trade…Artist at HEART" The very idea about telling a prospective customer that you may not be the right fit for them immediately conjures up thoughts of fear, loss & anxiety. Yet, as we hear from N...