Cleary Zimmermann Engineers

Up in the Air with CZ

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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be a leader in the A/E/C (Architecture/Engineering/Construction) industry? Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Up in the Air is your front-row seat to all things A/E/C, business, and more. Hosted by Danny Zimmermann, PE, Executive Principal and CFO of Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, Up in the Air dives into open conversations between industry leaders. From first-hand stories to hot takes to career advice, Up in the Air is your listening destination. Learn more at https://clearyzimmermann.com/ .

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Cleary Zimmermann Engineers

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Episode 5: 20 Years of CZ with Cofounder Wade Cleary, PE, LEED AP, CxA 26.06.2026 1:02:57

Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! 2026 marks a milestone for Cleary Zimmermann Engineers as it celebrates its twentieth anniversary. In this episode, Danny Zimmermann, PE, interviews Wade Cleary, PE, LEED AP, CxA, CEO, Managing Principal, and Co-founder of CZ. They reflect on the firm’s beginnings, challenges overcome, and the passion that continues to drive CZ. https://clearyzimmermann.com/ Wade...

Episode 4: Cyber Risks in A/E/C with Lee Carsten 05.06.2026 57:04

Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! As AI advances, so do cybersecurity threats, now posing significant business risks. In this episode, Danny talks with Lee Carsten, Founder & CEO of Whitecap Risk Advisors, about emerging cyber threats facing A/E/C firms. Lee Carsten Founder & CEO Whitecap Risk Advisors Lee Carsten is the Founder and CEO of Whitecap Risk Advisors, a cybersecurity and AI r...

Episode 3: From Blueprints to Briefcases with Steven Marrone 23.04.2026 56:56

Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! Danny Zimmermann, PE, is joined by Steven Marrone of Benjamin, Vana, Martinez & Cano, LLP, to discuss his history as an architect-turned-attorney, errors & omissions, the role of insurance in the design & construction process, and much more. Learn more at https://clearyzimmermann.com/ Steven Marrone, Attorney Benjamin, Vana, Martinez & Cano, LLP St...

Episode 2: The Godfather of BD with Maggie Seay, CPSM & Anthony Medina 04.02.2026 59:24

Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! Danny Zimmermann, PE, is joined by Maggie Seay, CPSM of Emerald Fox Marketing & Consulting, and Anthony Medina of Cleary Zimmermann Engineers to discuss business development in an industry that thrives on relationships. Learn more at https://clearyzimmermann.com/ & https://www.emeraldfoxmarketing.com/ Maggie Seay, CPSM CEO & Co-Founder Emerald Fox Mark...

Episode 1: Pilot with Joyce Watson, CPSM 16.10.2025 42:24

Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! Danny Zimmermann, PE, is joined by Joyce Watson, CPSM, as the two discuss the origins of the podcast, local development, Joyce's journey to Texas, and what it takes to build a successful Marketing department. Learn more at https://clearyzimmermann.com/