Best Rens Hayes Podcasts (2024)

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91: Rens Hayes IV on The Value Growth Podcast: Building a Successful Company 24:45

6h ago24:45

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Rens Hayes is the founding principal of H&O Structural Engineering, based in Massachusetts. A licensed engineer with an entrepreneurial spirit, Rens has a robust background in steel fabrication and structural engineering. He co-founded H&O Structural Engineering with Jeremiah O'Neill and has led the company to significant growth through innovative …

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10 - Elevating Your Business with Credibility: Lessons from a Global Expert with Mitchell Levy 33:08

5d ago33:08

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In this episode of the Value Growth Podcast, your host, Ken Sanginario, interviews Mitchell Levy. Mitchell shares insights from interviews with thought leaders, highlighting ten core values of credibility, particularly integrity, and offers practical strategies for enhancing personal and professional credibility. Mitchell critiques the traditional …

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90: Energy and Sustainability with Samira Ahmadi, enviENERGY Studio 54:04

1d ago54:04

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Samira Ahmadi is the founding principal of enviENERGY Studio, a firm dedicated to making energy efficiency and sustainability accessible to all. With a background in architecture and a specialized master's degree in Building Performance and Diagnostics from Carnegie Mellon University, Samira has positioned her company at the forefront of the energy…

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89: Michael Fabbiano - Partner, Highpoint Engineering 47:38

3h ago47:38

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Michael Fabiano is a partner at Highpoint Engineering, a dedicated civil engineering firm in the Greater Boston area, which he co-founded in 2010. With a robust background in commercial real estate land development, Mike has played a pivotal role in growing Highpoint Engineering over the past 15 years. His career began at Roger Williams University,…

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88: $1B+ Unicorn, Startup Incubator and Venture Capital with Tim Metzner, CEO Fireroad 49:45

4d ago49:45

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Tim Metzner is the founder and CEO of Fireroad, a new kind of holding company, borrowing the best from venture studio and private equity models. Tim has a rich history as a serial entrepreneur, having founded five companies, including Differential, a firm who incubated Astronomer, Cincinnati’s first $1B+ unicorn. With deep roots in the tech world a…

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9 - The Importance of Customer-Centric Approach in Building and Selling Successful Companies with NWS' Glenn Poulos 25:53

4d ago25:53

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In this episode of the Value Growth Podcast, your host Ken Sanginario, interviews Glenn Poulos, a seasoned entrepreneur and author of "Never Sit in the Lobby." Glenn shares insights from his 40-year career in sales, including building and successfully selling two companies, with a focus on Gap Wireless, which he sold in 2022. Glenn emphasizes the i…

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8 - Empowering Private Equity-Backed Executives: Understanding the Challenges with the operators' Christopher "Kit" Lisle 29:53

10d ago29:53

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In this episode of the Value Growth Podcast, your host Ken Sanginario, interviews Christopher "Kit" Lisle. Kit shares his journey from a military intelligence officer to a strategy consultant, eventually founding Acclaro Growth Partners to focus on CEOs of private equity-backed businesses. Kit discusses the challenges faced by executives in private…

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87: Marketing a Global Brand with HOK Marketing Principal, Sarah Keane 56:48

10d ago56:48

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In this episode of Design Development, hosted by Rens Hayes of H+O Structural Engineering, we dive deep into the intricacies of marketing within the architecture and engineering sector, featuring Sarah Keane, Marketing Principal at HOK. HOK is a world-renowned architecture, engineering, and planning firm. Established in 1955, HOK distinguishes itse…

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7 - Unleashing Innovation: Blueprint for Building a Successful Company with H+O Structural Engineering's Principal, Rens Hayes IV 24:42

20d ago24:42

24:42

In this episode of the Value Growth Podcast, your host Ken Sanginario, interviews Rens Hayes IV. They discuss Rens' journey from helping his father's steel fabrication company to establishing his own firm. Rens emphasizes the importance of mission, vision, and values in building a successful company. He shares his strategies for creating a strong c…

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86: Real Estate Finance with Sean Kelly-Rand, Managing Partner RD Advisors 52:53

22d ago52:53

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Sean Kelly-Rand is the Managing Partner of RD Advisors, a private lender specializing in flexible financing solutions for residential and commercial real estate developers. With a rich career spanning roles at Lehman Brothers, where he underwrote several billion dollars worth of loans, and Madison International, where he launched the London office,…

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85: Increase Your Margins By 66% 11:22

1M ago11:22

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Rens Hayes is the co-founder of H+O Structural Engineering and the host of the "Design Development" podcast. With a deep passion for creating high-powered organizations, Rens leverages his expertise in structural engineering to facilitate insightful conversations with top industry performers. He is a lifelong learner dedicated to improving the real…

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6 - Becoming An Industry Pioneer: The Journey to Create An Industry with Peter Christman 49:11

1M ago49:11

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In this episode of The Value Growth Podcast, your host Ken Sanginario, interviews Peter Christman. They discuss Peter's career from Ford to Xerox to Mergers and Acquisitions. Peter shares his career journey, discussing his success, challenges and innovative approach to serving business owners through value creation and exit planning. Peter emphasiz…

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84: Breaking Career Plateaus 24:42

2M ago24:42

24:42

Rens Hayes is the passionate and insightful host of "Design Development." With a wealth of experience in architecture and engineering, Rens has dedicated his career to advancing professional growth within the industry. He leverages his podcast platform to share invaluable lessons, engaging discussions, and expert advice to help individuals overcome…

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83: Building a $500M+ Business Ecosystem with CEO Eric Garrett 55:44

2M ago55:44

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Eric Garrett is the CEO and founder of The Garrett Companies, a multi-faceted holding company focusing on national multifamily development, construction, and asset management. Over the span of a decade, Eric has engineered The Garrett Companies into a $500 million annual revenue business, achieving notable growth with a unique approach in site eval…

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5 - Innovating Sustainable Alternatives to Single-Use Consumer Plastics with UrthPact's CEO, Paul Boudreau - Part 2 30:49

2M ago30:49

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In this episode of the Value Growth Podcast, your host Ken Sanginario speaks again with Paul Boudreau in part 2 of their discussion about UrthPact's Innovations and their efforts to combat the environmental impact of single-use plastics. In this episode of the Value Growth Podcast, Ken continues discussing with Paul about UrthPact's shift from trad…

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82: Agile Design with Joe Walker, Walker Architects 54:02

2M ago54:02

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Joe Walker is President and Principal-in-Charge at Walker Architects. Joe draws on 25 years of design experience to create engaging, sustainable, innovative spaces. As a leader, Joe prioritizes communication and clarity. Responsible for coordinating decisions and achieving consensus across large, diverse groups, he ensures that everyone is on the s…

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81: Improving the Architecture Industry: Challenges and Opportunities with Evelyn Lee 48:12

2M ago48:12

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Evelyn Lee is the founder of Practice of Architecture, a consultancy, and resource for small to medium-sized architecture and design firms. With a career that spans across various sectors, Evelyn has established herself as a forward-thinker in the realms of real estate development, architectural practice, and technology. After starting her career i…

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4 - Innovating Sustainable Alternatives to Single-Use Consumer Plastics with UrthPact's CEO Paul Boudreau - Part 1 22:31

3M ago22:31

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In part 1 of this 2 part installment of the Value Growth Podcast, your host Ken Sanginario speaks to Paul Boudreau. Ken and Paul discuss UrthPact Innovations and their efforts to combat the environmental impact of single-use plastics. Paul shares the story behind the company's name and their commitment to sustainability, emphasizing the role of ind…

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80: Generative AI with the AE Marketer Frank Lazaro 55:29

3M ago55:29

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Frank Lazaro is a seasoned professional whose career trajectory has spanned various technology sectors, from the early days of dial-up Internet to sophisticated applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in marketing. With a background in political science and technology, Frank found his true passion in marketing and the analysis of human purchas…

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79: Fulcrum Land & Infrastructure with Partner, Michael Tilford 49:02

3M ago49:02

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Michael Tilford is a seasoned real estate development professional with over 15 years of experience in the Boston area. His expertise encompasses areas from historical tax credits to large-scale developments like 121 Seaport and Eversource's underground substation in Cambridge. Along with his business partner, Ian Hatch, Michael co-founded Fulcrum …

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3 - Building Future-Focused Infrastructure for Sustainable Growth with John Lawlor - Part 2 28:33

3M ago28:33

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In this episode of the Value Growth Podcast, your host Ken Sanginario speaks again to John Lawler in part 2 of their discussion to talk about strategic organizational growth. John is the Director of Strategic Planning at Corporate Value Metrics. During this interview, they emphasize the importance of planning with a future focus, mapping resources,…

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78: MIT Investment Management Co with Maureen McCaffrey 51:46

3M ago51:46

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Maureen McCaffrey is an experienced professional in the realms of construction, development, and investment management. She hails from a civil engineering background, having graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), where she nurtured a passion for the built environment. Initially forging her career in heavy construction, McCaffrey expa…

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77: Influencing the Skyline: How SCB Shapes Urban Landscapes with Clara Wineberg 44:11

3M ago44:11

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Clara Wineberg is a principal at Solomon Cordwell Buenz (SCB), an architectural firm with a 90-plus year legacy, headquartered in Chicago and with offices also in San Francisco, Seattle, and Boston. Clara specifically spearheaded the establishment of SCB's Boston office, exemplifying her dedication and skill in expanding the firm's national presenc…

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2 - Unleashing the Power of Value Growth: A Framework for Success with John Lawler - Part 1 20:05

4M ago20:05

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In this episode of the Value Growth Podcast, your host Ken Sanginario speaks to John Lawler. Ken snd John discuss the concept of value growth in businesses. They explore the necessity of adopting best practices across all business functions to foster growth and minimize risk. Emphasizing a disciplined approach, they highlight the importance of unde…

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76: Rental Housing Economist, Jay Parsons 50:57

4M ago50:57

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Jay Parsons is a rental housing economist with a robust profile that encompasses a journalistic background and a longstanding career focused on the multifamily and single-family rental markets. With 15 years of expertise gained at RealPage, Parsons has developed a deep understanding of the industry, interacting with a diverse array of stakeholders,…

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75: Hallam-ICS President & CEO, Keith Flaherty 1:00:12

4M ago1:00:12

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Keith Flaherty is the CEO and President of Hallam-ICS, a company founded in 1981 that specializes in MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) consulting, industrial automation, electrical safety, and commissioning/validation services for various sectors, including life sciences, semiconductors, food and beverage, and more. Starting his career at …

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1 - The Most Essential Insights for Creating Value in Middle Market Companies with Corporate Value Metrics' Ken Sanginario 18:23

4M ago18:23

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In the inaugural episode of the Value Growth Podcast, Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence speaks to the host and creator of the show, Ken Sanginario. Ken is the founder of Corporate Value Metrics, and he introduces the podcast's focus on value creation in private middle market companies. Ken discusses common misconceptions about value, emphasizing that r…

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74: BOND: 100+ Years of Evolution in Construction with CEO, Anthony Bond 58:18

4M ago58:18

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Anthony Bond is the fifth-generation CEO of Bond, a family-owned construction firm with a rich history that stretches over a century. Founded in 1907, Bond has played a prominent role in shaping infrastructural development within and around the city of Boston. Bond’s leadership oversees two distinct divisions: Bond Building and Bond Civil and Utili…

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73: Triple Your Company’s Value in 3-5 years with Ken Sanginario 1:01:04

4M ago1:01:04

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Ken Sanginario is the founder of Corporate Value Metrics and the architect behind the Value Opportunity Profile and the Certified Value Growth Advisor program. With an extensive career spanning over four decades, Ken began as a CPA before transitioning into the corporate world as a controller and CFO. He has a profound background in turnaround mana…

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72: Driving Business Results through L&D with Building PPL Founder, Krysta Van Ranst 1:02:34

4M ago1:02:34

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Krysta Van Ranst is the founder of Building PPL, an innovative company specializing in outsourced learning and development programs, particularly for small and medium-sized businesses in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. With her early career beginning in event planning, Krysta quickly discovered her passion for learni…

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71: Northstar Project & Real Estate Services with President Kirstin Brown 53:37

5M ago53:37

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Kirstin Brown is the principal and president of Northstar Project and Real Estate Services, a consultancy firm based in Greater Boston. With a tenure of over a decade at Northstar, Kirstin has been instrumental in steering the company's growth and solidifying its presence across various market sectors. She holds a degree in finance and a master's i…

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70: 505Design: From Founding Vision to Cooper Carry Acquisition with Nick Igel 57:11

5M ago57:11

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Nick Igel is a seasoned professional with an impressive track record in real estate development, design, and construction. As a principal of 505Design at Cooper Carry and a founding partner of 505Design, Nick brings vast experience and expertise from his entrepreneurial journey. With a career spanning over two decades, Nick has been instrumental in…

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69: Haley & Aldrich with Lizetta Fennessy, General Manger of Eastern Business Unit 52:41

5M ago52:41

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Lizetta Fennesey is the General Manager of the Eastern Business Unit for Haley and Aldrich, a national environmental and geotechnical firm known for its expertise and substantial footprint across the United States. Her tenure at Haley and Aldrich has seen her rise through the ranks, beginning as a geotechnical engineer, evolving through project man…

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68: From Downturns to Expansion: Diversifying Your Architectural Firm with Mike Kunz 44:36

5M ago44:36

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Mike Kunz is a principal partner at Maugel DeStefano Architects, a well-established architectural firm with offices in Harvard, Massachusetts, and Portsmouth, NH. With a professional journey spanning over 25 years at the company, Mike Kunz started his career in architecture when emails and the internet were beginning to emerge. Having climbed the r…

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67: Gaston Electrical with Bill & Mike Weber : From $6M to $140M in Revenue 52:33

6M ago52:33

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Bill Weber and Mike Weber are the dynamic brother duo who have propelled Gaston Electrical Services to notable success in the electrical construction industry. Joining their father's business in the early 2000s, they acquired the company a few years later and embarked on a transformative journey. Under their leadership, Gaston Electrical Services s…

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66: Building a Global Leader in Innovative Building Solutions with Rothoblaas USA CEO, Hannes Blaas 46:42

6M ago46:42

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Hannes Blass is the CEO of Rothoblaas USA, a multifaceted company that provides a wide range of products for the construction industry, including fasteners and connectors, building envelope products, acoustics, safety equipment, and tools. Founded in the Alps of Italy in 1991, Rothoblaas has expanded to service over 100 countries with employees in …

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65: Iconic Retail Anchored Mixed-Use Developments with Don Briggs, Hg80 49:06

6M ago49:06

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Don Briggs is a seasoned veteran in the real estate development industry, with a robust career spanning nearly three decades. He co-founded and serves as the managing partner at Hg 80. Previously, Don was the director of development for Federal Realty Investment Trust and played a pivotal role in creating iconic retail-anchored mixed-use developmen…

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64: A 40-year-old startup: Amenta Emma Architects with Anthony Amenta 53:14

6M ago53:14

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Anthony Amenta is a Founding Member and Principal at Amenta Emma Architects, a full-service architecture firm headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, with branch offices in New York and Boston. Approaching 40 years in business, Anthony has led his firm through a landscape of changes, ensuring growth and market resilience. Under his guidance, Amenta…

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63: Landscape Architecture with Michael D’Angelo, MDLA 37:29

7M ago37:29

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Michael D'Angelo, the founder of MDLA is a landscape architect and entrepreneur based in the Greater Boston area, highlighted for his expertise in various sectors including high-end single-family, corporate office, multifamily developments, and even golf course design. He is the driving force behind MDLA, a landscape architecture company with offic…

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62: Architecture as site-specific art with Jason Forney, Bruner/Cott Architects 47:58

7M ago47:58

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Jason Forney is the Principal and Partner at Bruner/Cott Architects. He was named a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects in 2020 and has had a significant impact on the industry. Bruner/Cott Architects is a 50-year-old firm that specializes in a diverse range of building types, including higher education, cultural facilities, and multifam…

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61: AE Marketing & Sales with Scott Steiding, Productive Pursuits 1:08:34

7M ago1:08:34

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Scott Steiding is the former principal and head of marketing and sales at Morrison Hershfield, a 1000-person engineering firm with multiple locations. He has extensive experience in the engineering and construction industry, particularly in the expansion of wireless networks. Scott is currently the founder of Productive Pursuits, a consulting busin…

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60: Business Development with Ed Dann, Congress Construction 56:48

7M ago56:48

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Ed Dann is a tenured business development professional in the construction industry. He has worked for various companies and has a diverse background in sales and business development. Currently, he is Vice President of Business Development, Congress Construction, a 70-year-old development and construction firm. Ed Dann has over 30 years of experie…

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59: Pegasystems VP of Real Estate & Facilities, Dan Ryan 49:55

8M ago49:55

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Dan Ryan is the VP of Real Estate and Facilities at Pegasystems, a leading enterprise software company. He has over 13 years of experience in the industry and has played a key role in the company's growth and development. Dan is known for his leadership style, which emphasizes transparency, accountability, and giving people opportunities to grow wi…

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58: Wood Construction with Keith Monahan, Shawnlee Construction 55:18

8M ago55:18

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Keith Monahan is the Director of Operations at Shawnlee Construction, a prominent open shop framing company in the greater Boston area. With over 130 employees, Shawnlee Construction specializes in large-scale multifamily projects and has a revenue of $40 to $50 million per year. Summary: Keith Monahan, the Director of Operations at Shawnlee Constr…

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57: From Engineer to COO with Mike Quigley, WB Engineers 1:01:25

8M ago1:01:25

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Mike Quigley is the Chief Operating Officer of WB Engineers and Consultants. He has been with the company since 2001 and has played a key role in its growth and success. With a background in electrical engineering, Mike has risen through the ranks at WB and now oversees the company's operations and strategic initiatives. Mike Quigley, COO of WB Eng…

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56: Dancker: Reinventing a 200-Year-Old Company for the Future of the Workplace Environment with Lu Borges 46:33

8M ago46:33

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Lu Borges is the Vice President of Marketing and Communications Director at Dancker, a nearly 200-year-old company specializing in integrated interior solutions for commercial real estate. With a background in marketing and branding, Lu joined Dancker eight years ago and has been instrumental in repositioning the company and driving its growth thro…

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55: Cracking the Code:- How to Successfully Navigate Complex Projects with Maren Reepmeyer, SGA 55:04

8M ago55:04

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Maren Reepmeyer is an architect with over 25 years of experience. She is currently the Vice President at SGA, a leading architecture firm based in Boston. Maren specializes in complex, large-scale projects and has a passion for adaptive reuse. As vice president, Maren oversees strategic development for SGA as the firm continues to expand its custom…

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54: Connecting Brand, Purpose and Design with Christian Davies, Principal, Bergmeyer 1:06:58

9M ago1:06:58

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Christian Davies, Principal at Bergmeyer, discusses the importance of connecting brand and design in the retail and architecture industry. He emphasizes the need for spaces to reflect the personality and purpose of a brand, and how this can create a strong emotional connection with consumers. Christian also shares his experience working with major …

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53: Architecting Success: The Journey of Rob Zirkle and Brick's Acquisition by HGA 55:14

9M ago55:14

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About The Guest(s): Rob Zirkle is the founder and CEO of Brick, an architecture and design firm based in Oakland, California and he is Practice Group Leader and Vice President at HGA after the recent acquisition of Brick by HGA. With over 13 years of experience, Rob has grown Brick into a successful company with a team of 33 employees. He is passio…

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52: David Chilinski of PCA Architects on Building Relationships and Creating a Strong Culture 59:28

9M ago59:28

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David Chalinski is the founding partner and managing principal at PCA Architects, a Cambridge-based architecture firm. With over 40 years of experience in the industry, David has led PCA to become a highly respected and successful firm known for its creative design work. He is known for his willingness to be vulnerable and humble as a leader, and f…

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