Shawn Donovan

The Donovan Digital Podcast

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The Donovan Digital Podcast, hosted by Shawn Donovan, explores the ideas, innovations, and strategies shaping the AEC industry — from marketing and relationships to technology and AI.

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Shawn Donovan

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Website Best Practices for the AEC Industry — w/ Michael Schultz of Apex Rush. 30.10.2025 37:43

Michael Schultz , Founder of Apex Rush | The Donovan Digital Podcast Ep.8 In this episode, Shawn Donovan sits down with Michael Schultz, Founder of Apex Rush , to dig into what really makes a website perform — not just look good. Michael brings years of experience in WordPress development, custom coding, and site optimization, helping agencies and AEC companies turn their online presence into a tr...

Transforming CRM's in the AEC Industry feat. Aaron Ayer from Hunley 14.08.2025 30:23

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Donovan Digital Podcast — where we explore real-world strategies to help building product and service companies in the AEC industry spark engagement, build brand authority, and drive measurable results. In this episode, I sit down with Aaron Ayer , CEO and founder of Hunley , a consultancy specializing in Salesforce.com solutions for the AEC industry. Aaron’s journey is...

Building a Business on Relationships, Reputation, and Results feat. Vinu Abraham from Intertek 01.07.2025 54:06

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Donovan Digital Podcast — where we explore real-world strategies to help building product and service companies in the AEC industry spark engagement, build brand authority, and earn the one thing that matters most: trust. In this episode, I sit down with Vinu Abraham , Vice President of Products & Environmental for Intertek’s Building & Construction Group . Vinu...

Bridging the Gap Between Architects and Manufacturers feat. Diana Darling from AN Media Group 28.05.2025 34:18

Welcome to Episode 5 of the Donovan Digital Podcast, where we explore strategies and insights that help architectural building product and service companies build brand awareness, spark engagement, and establish authority. In this episode, I'm joined by Diana Darling , President and Co-Founder of AN Media Group , publishers of The Architect’s Newspaper , AN Interior , Best of Design , and the...

Winning the Long Game With SEO feat. Jeremy Bittle from JSB Collaborative 22.05.2025 43:43

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Donovan Digital Podcast, where we explore strategies and insights that help architectural building product and service companies build brand awareness, spark engagement, and establish authority. In this episode, I'm excited to welcome Jeremy Biddle of JSB Collaborative , an SEO expert with a fresh, Google-first approach to search engine optimization. Jeremy breaks...

The Rep-Architect Connection feat. Tim Finley from TFIN Building Solutions 14.05.2025 39:55

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Donovan Digital Podcast, where we dive into marketing, relationship-building, and brand strategies for companies in the AEC industry. In this episode, Shawn Donovan sits down with Tim Finley , owner of TFIN Building Solutions , a respected architectural rep firm representing top-tier brands like Livers Bronze, Velux, WW Glass, and more. Tim shares how his team builds tr...

Communicating with Clarity in the AEC Industry feat. Max Perilstein from Sole Source 12.05.2025 32:37

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Donovan Digital Podcast, where we explore powerful marketing and relationship-building strategies for companies in the AEC industry. In this episode, Shawn Donovan sits down with Max Perilstein , Managing Partner at SoleSource Consultants and host of the popular From the Fabricator podcast. With a background that blends media, marketing, and deep industry experience, Ma...

Creating Relationships with Architects feat. Jeff Rigot from Viracon 11.05.2025 39:59

Welcome to the first episode of the Donovan Digital Podcast, where we explore powerful marketing and relationship-building strategies for companies in the AEC industry. In this episode, Shawn Donovan sits down with Jeff Rigot of Viracon , a seasoned rep with 38+ years in the glass and glazing industry. Jeff shares how he's built long-standing, meaningful relationships with architects by focus...