The Remodelers Roundtable

Chris Speich, Brett Baker, and Kyle Paugh of Speich & Co. join the Roundtable to talk about running a remodeling business where trust, friendship, and flexibility are just as important as timelines and tile selections. From building the company in a college dorm room to delivering high-end kitchen renovations under tight deadlines, this trio shares how they’ve built a strong team, a clear proc...

Jim and Lauren Wright from RDS Home Design join the Roundtable for a wide-ranging conversation about creativity, client expectations, and running a design firm with heart—and spreadsheets. As a multi-decade NARI member and current board treasurer, Jim shares what it’s been like to design thousands of projects over 38 years, teach clients the realities of remodeling costs (spoiler: $63k ≠ $250k), a...

Brett and Mason from CJE Restoration join the Roundtable for a conversation that covers way more than mold and moisture. From slate rooftops in German Village to structural rescues on sinking apartment buildings, this episode is all about the creativity, craftsmanship, and community behind great restoration work. They share wild stories (like finding a dead squirrel via smell test in a double-insu...

Robin Welsh of Bath Works and Carla Bradbury of Curnayn Sales—both NARI Board Members—join the Roundtable to talk all things bath design, from real-world plumbing advice to luxury wellness trends (yes, including $100,000 saunas). With decades of combined experience in showrooms and manufacturer sales, they break down the biggest mistakes homeowners make, the difference between box store fixtures a...

Brody and Jaime from Two Men and a Truck (and its scrappy cousin Two Men and a Junk Truck) join the Roundtable to talk about more than just hauling boxes. From late-night hoarder cleanouts to heartfelt charity deliveries, they share how empathy, creativity, and a good sense of humor power their work. They dive into what it takes to build a positive team culture under pressure, how their crews turn...

Scott and Danette Veatch of Ron Scott Design Build bring their unique blend of construction expertise and holistic wellness to the Roundtable, sharing how their design-forward, human-centered approach creates spaces that truly support the people who live in them. From high-performance materials to chromotherapy and biophilic design, their projects go way beyond the surface. They talk about running...

Monica Lewis from JS Brown & Co. joins the Roundtable to talk about her 24-year journey from art school grad to one of Columbus’s most respected remodeling pros. With a stacked list of credentials (MCR, CMKBD, UDCP—and more on the way), Monica shares what it takes to stay creative and grounded in a constantly evolving industry. From residential elevators and AI-assisted workflows to her deep l...

Devin Durbin of The Durbin Compound brings his hands-on approach and people-first philosophy to the Roundtable, sharing how he grew from a solo handyman to the trusted head of a full-scale remodeling company in Central Ohio. A certified kitchen and bath remodeler—and YouTube creator with over 43,000 subscribers—Devin talks candidly about the ups and downs of mixing content creation with client wor...

​Kevin and Abbie Arnold from KA Builders join the Roundtable to discuss their tech-forward approach to remodeling, blending cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship to create homes that are both innovative and timeless. They share insights into their journey from founding KA Builders—Kevin's transition from Ohio State to launching the company, with Abbie joining him to form a dynamic...

🎣 We are kicking things off with fishing stories, friendly ribbing, and real talk about what makes NARI of Central Ohio a unique network of remodelers. Greg Reis, Dan Street, and Tim sit down with TV’s Ben Neidenthal to talk fly fishing, relationships, and the perks of being part of NARI. If you’ve ever wondered why joining NARI feels like joining a family, this is the one to hear. 🎧 Listen now:...

Bayley Enfinger from Columbus Glass House joins the Roundtable to talk about her craft, working as an introverted creative, and making waves as a woman in remodeling. If you’ve ever felt like an outsider in the construction world, this episode proves there’s a place (and a network) for you. Glass-cutting precision, creative hustle, and breaking barriers—Bayley does it all. 🎧 Tune in now: TrustNar...

Get ready for a podcast that’s all about the stories behind the remodeling industry. The Remodelers Roundtable, brought to you by the NARI Association of Central Ohio, isn’t about business tips or best practices—it’s about the people, the experiences, and the moments that make this industry unique. In this trailer episode, we’ll introduce what you can expect from the show, who it’s for, and why th...