This is the "Get the Intel," podcast, presented by VAs 4 Construction. This podcast is your go-to for straightforward advice and stories from the construction industry. Join us as we talk with contractors who share their experiences and experts who offer practical tools and techniques to help your business run smoother. Whether you’re looking to solve a problem or simply seeking inspiration, we're here to help you manage your work and enjoy life.
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Implementing EOS: Transforming Business Success
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Paul Meadows is a certified EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) implementer and the president of Integrated Technology Group, Inc., a role he has held for 16 years. With a rich background in IT spanning 25 years and extensive experience as a business owner and entrepreneur, Paul brings a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise to his work. A…
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Growing Your Business Through Vision and Strategy
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JJ Levenske is the President and Co-Founder of Bleuwave, who brings over 28 years of experience in the construction and business solutions industry. Bleuwave is renowned for its comprehensive facilities-based solutions, combining capital, ecosystem, construction, and facility services to deliver innovative and sustainable projects. JJ is a passiona…
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Boosting Construction Procurement at 10x Speed
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Janna Colucci, the CEO and Co-Founder of Bundle, a construction materials procurement platform that enables project teams to run their materials purchasing process at 10x speed while providing 10-20% cost savings on every project. Prior to Bundle, Janna was a vice president at wellness real estate startup, Delos, where she project-managed healthy a…
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In this GSA series, host Chad Gill talks with Nathan Donaldson, founder and CEO of Boost. Nathan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from his work in change management and his involvement in the Global Speakers Academy series. The interview focused on implementing changes and KPI's, creating a safe to fail environment, the importance of man…
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Advancing Construction Workforce Tracking
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Albert Bou Fadel, the Founder and CEO of SmartBarrel. With over 10 years of experience in the construction and glazing industry across various global projects, he recognized a significant inefficiency in workforce tracking. This realization ignited his passion to address this issue, leading to the creation of SmartBarrel. Driven by this vision, he …
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Expert Insights: Water Stop Installation and Innovations
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David Poole is a seasoned professional with over 29 years of experience. David has been leading JP Specialties since 2008, demonstrating exceptional leadership and expertise. He was the secretary of the ACI 350 Environmental Engineering Concrete Structures Subcommittee for Hazardous Materials and Tightness Testing from 2008 to 2022. David is also t…
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Betty Mooney is the President of Brick Restoration Inc. - the largest masonry repair and restoration company serving the Greater Houston & Dallas/Ft. Worth Metro areas. The company serves over 2000 customers annually, boasting hundreds of 5-star reviews as a testament to their exceptional work. As the leader of the business for more than a decade, …
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Building Excellence in Construction: Customer Satisfaction, Team Empowerment, Sales Strategy
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In this episode, host Chad Gill talks with Peter DiStefano, owner of DiStefano Brothers Concrete Coatings, and Liz Berman, General Manager, about engaging with leaders in contracting management, emphasizing the importance of proposing and implementing solutions in business. Peter and together with his team, focus on design and functionality, specia…
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Optimizing Contracting Success Through Marketing and Delegation
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Brandon and Ryan Workman are the co-founders of United Floor Coatings. Combining digital marketing expertise with hands-on trade experience, they have established themselves as leaders in the epoxy flooring industry. Their unique approach to business has set them apart and enabled them to create a successful company known for its quality and custom…
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Setting Solid Foundations: Communicating Value in Construction
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Michael Price is the CEO of Bay Area Concretes (BAC) and PolishedCrete, a company recognized globally as a leader in the concrete industry, specifically noted for being one of the pioneering polished concrete contractors. Recognized for his significant contributions to the industry since the 1980s, Michael pioneered the use of concrete stains and d…
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Maximizing Seasonal Workflow and Navigating Construction Cycles
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Scott Jolly is the Owner and Founder of Site Consulting Specialists, a national organization specializing in capital expenditure and facility maintenance projects for commercial real estate. With over two decades of experience, he has become a notable figure in the real estate and construction industries, managing projects across 15 states. Scott b…
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Revolutionizing Concrete Floor Care and Construction Management
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Matt Jeffery is the Co-owner of Chattanooga Floor Care (CFC), a leading provider of polished concrete and resinous coating installations in Tennessee. Apart from CFC, he is also the Owner of Southeast Specialty Flooring, which specializes in concrete floor polishing, trowel polishing, and epoxy flooring systems in both commercial and industrial set…
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Shaping the Future of Construction With Innovative Practices
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Vinessa Palermo is the CEO of LaSalle Construction Services, a professional, full-service construction firm focused on delivering quality and performance in the built environment. With a focus on construction management, Vinessa's journey into the industry began with mentorship from her father, internships, and early graduation. Under her leadershi…
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Transforming Commercial Construction With Robotics
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Logan Farrell is the Co-founder and CTO of Rugged Robotics, a Houston-based construction technology firm dedicated to bringing intelligent automation to commercial construction. With seven years of experience in robotic design and development at NASA's Johnson Space Center, Logan has led significant projects in robotic manipulation for spacecraft a…
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Balancing the Demands of Entrepreneurship With Personal Challenges
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Parker Perrien is the CEO of Diamond Solutions, a comprehensive property maintenance and management company based in Michigan, specializing in commercial asphalt maintenance, sealcoating, and line-striping for parking lots. With a bold passion for entrepreneurship, Parker began his journey into business at 18, following in his father's footsteps in…
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[Global Speakers Academy Series] - Overcoming Fear-Based Decisions in Business
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Eduard Brink is the Founder and CEO of Brink Licht, which provides lighting solutions for residential and commercial projects. With over 20 years of industry experience, he has led projects across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, distinguishing himself as a leader in innovative lighting design. He is also the Co-founder of CatalystIQ, a team of i…
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Navigating Entrepreneurship Through Value-Based Leadership
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Chelsea Ellis-Hogan is the CEO, President, and Owner of Jim Reynolds Asphalt Contractor, an expert in residential and commercial asphalt maintenance. For over 10 years, she has employed her leadership development, project management, brand marketing, and digital marketing skills to transform Jim Reynolds Asphalt into an industry leader. Chelsea is …
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[Global Speakers Academy Series] - Impactful Leadership Through Vulnerability and Connection
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Michael "Mike" Schoenberger is the CEO of Sunco Communication and Installation Ltd., a high-growth business telecommunications company running on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). For the past 23 years, he has leveraged his industry experience to help Sunco create top-notch products and services, simplifying business communications for th…
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Niche Marketing as a Growth Strategy in Construction Business
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Dario Baldoni is the Vice President of Marketing and Technology at Concrete Countertop Solutions(CCS), a leading innovator in the concrete countertop and cantilevered pool coping markets. Established in 2009 to cater to the industry’s need to build beautiful countertops, the company has since grown into a one-stop shop for all decorative concrete n…
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The Art of Controlled Chaos for Triumph in Demolition
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Colton Thurgood is the Operations Manager and Estimator at Sage Demolition, a company dedicated to providing demolition and land-clearing services for commercial and residential clients. Colton’s early immersion into the equipment world, dating back to his formative years, ignited a profound passion for machinery. Committed to professional growth, …
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Building a Thriving Construction Business Through Resilience and Purpose
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Bruno Freitas is the CEO of Empire Pavers, an outdoor construction company specializing in landscape design and outdoor living renovation. With over 15 years of industry experience, Bruno dedicates himself to transforming spaces and empowering dreams. Under his leadership, Empire Pavers has emerged as a leader in outdoor construction with a team of…
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Scaling a Construction Company While Prioritizing Company Culture
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Izabela Pal is the Founder and CEO of IAG Construction, a minority and woman-owned company specializing in residential and commercial construction. Izabela’s zero-to-millionaire success story began with her emigration from Poland to New York, where she gained experience in the construction industry working as a project manager before founding her o…
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Christopher "Chris" de Pierne is the Owner of TITAN Systems LLC, a team of contractors providing best-in-class coating installation to residential and small commercial markets. TITAN, founded in 2000, utilizes its extensive experience in the coatings and concrete repair industry to assist engineers, architects, and owners in planning and designing …
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Business Growth and Retention Strategies in the Roofing Industry
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Freddy Deen is the President of Wild Construction, a full-service general contractor specializing in complete roofing systems and exterior remodeling. Wild Construction is a recognized GAF Master Elite asphalt shingle installer, offering the best warranties in the industry. With over 15 years of experience, Freddy leverages his expertise and passio…
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Enhancing Construction Engineering Through a Hands-On Approach
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Mike Bratten is the President of AXIS Structural, a full-service engineering consulting firm in South Central Texas. A professional structural engineer with expertise in design and materials testing, Mike's experience spans multistory buildings using concrete tilt-wall, structural steel, CMU, wood frame, and pre-engineered metal buildings. Before v…
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[Global Speakers Academy Series] – Navigating Separation With a Focus on Kids
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Beau Atkins is a divorce lawyer and the CEO of Evolve Family Law, a Canadian firm dedicated to protecting the interests of families through trusted and experienced family lawyers. Combining over a decade of experience with divorce, including his parents, Beau is passionate about helping parents separate while protecting their kids. After his frustr…
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[Global Speakers Academy Series] - Transforming Businesses Through Conscious Marketing
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Anna Madill is the CEO and Founder of Avenue, a B Corp digital marketing agency for purpose-driven companies. Founded in 2016, Avenue’s proprietary suite of marketing products and custom services helps brands share their unique stories while growing sustainably and successfully. Anna plays a pivotal role in the company's vision and strategic plan, …
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Inspirational Leadership: Fostering Company Growth and Adaptation
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Scott Tannen is the Founder and CEO of Boll & Branch, a company combining luxury and sustainability in the home goods industry. Founded in 2014 by Scott and his wife Missy, Boll & Branch has become the world's largest Fairtrade Certified™ organic cotton consumer, championing ethical textile production practices. Under his vision and direction, the …
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Elevate Productivity With Custom Tools and Automation
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Scott Weir is the Founder and CEO of SimplaDocs, a consulting agency specializing in optimizing workflows through automation and custom internal tools. He is also the Founder of The Coda School, an interactive course designed to take learners to expert levels in Coda automation and workflow. A school teacher turned tech entrepreneur, Scott is a Cod…
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Building a Seamless Hiring Process With AI-Powered Tools
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Piyush Jain is the Founder and CEO of Simpalm, an award-winning digital product development company with expertise in mobile app development, web development, and backend engineering. He is also the Co-founder of Ducknowl, a SaaS product that helps recruiters resolve screening and assessment challenges. With a PhD from Johns Hopkins University, Piy…
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How To Enjoy Problems in Business and Life
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Dr. Fred Ray Lybrand Jr. is an author, business coach, and consultant with a unique ability to simplify complex problems and communicate complicated matters. As the Founder of Advanced Writing Resources, he revolutionizes writing by tapping into writers' natural language instincts. For over 20 years, Dr. Lybrand Jr. has been helping entrepreneurs a…
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Top Strategies for Exceptional Leadership
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Mike Dooley is the General Manager at Columbia Precast Products (CPP), a precast concrete products company serving the greater Pacific Northwest. Operating from Woodland, Washington, CCP manufactures durable, reliable, and ready-to-install concrete products for the region’s rapidly changing infrastructure. In his over 18 years of experience in the …
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How To Boost Client Satisfaction Through Active Listening
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Steve Jacobs is a speaker, instructor, and Owner of Nature Designs Landscaping, a general contractor company serving in San Diego. For over 40 years, Nature Designs has specialized in building and maintaining water-conscious landscapes, creating award-winning residential and outdoor living spaces. Steve earned his landscape contractor's license in …
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Modular Protective Buildings for High-Hazard Environments
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Karen Vilas is President of FORTRESS Protective Buildings, a new market offering that provides balanced protection for a full range of hazards. With over 15 years of experience in technical process safety consulting within the petrochemical industry, Karen is passionate about hazard and risk management to protect people and critical infrastructure …
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Designing Stormwater Management Systems for Maximum Performance
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Doug Buch is the Founder of PaveDrain, LLC, a Wisconsin-based company offering sustainable stormwater solutions to prevent flooding and allow underground stormwater infiltration. A former farm boy who graduated from the University of Iowa in 1992 and landed in technical sales in the construction industry, Doug pivoted to focus on the precast concre…
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Simplifying Business Processes and Scaling Effectively
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JJ White is a seasoned entrepreneur and Certified Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) Implementer, a business management toolkit used by over 190,000 thriving firms to clarify, simplify, and achieve their vision. With over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience that began as a franchise owner for Dale Carnegie Training at age 27, JJ helps leader…
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Fahteema Parrish is the Founder and President of Parrish & Sons Construction, a general contractor company specializing in construction projects such as excavation and grading. Before starting her own company, Fahteema led a successful career in the technology industry, where she gained a diverse set of skills thanks to her experience in managerial…
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Chad Gill is the Founder of Laminin Coach, a company that empowers entrepreneurs and businesses to focus on what matters most by offering specialized solutions that enhance their efficiency. As a veteran entrepreneur, Chad is also the President at Concreate and the Founder of Workforce Recon. His dedication to the construction industry has driven h…
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How to Design Your Success Despite All Odds
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Ethan King is the Co-founder of Zeus’ Closet, a company specializing in premium and personalized fashion embroidery that brings uniqueness based on each customer’s style. His commitment to excellence and ability to leverage creativity and personalization in fashion has made him a trusted name in premium embroidery. Ethan is also the past President …
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Chad Gill is the Founder of Laminin Coach, a company that empowers entrepreneurs and businesses to focus on what matters most by offering specialized solutions that enhance their efficiency. As a veteran entrepreneur, Chad is also the President at Concreate and the Founder of Workforce Recon. His dedication to the construction industry has driven h…
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Kara Goldin is the Founder and CEO of Hint Inc., an award-winning brand of unsweetened flavored water. Kara also authored Undaunted which tells her inspiring story about the power of determination despite failures. In addition to being a successful entrepreneur and active speaker, Kara also hosts her podcast The Kara Goldin Show where she interview…
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Chad Gill is the Founder and Owner of Concreate, a family-owned business that provides concrete polishing and custom staining for both commercial and residential projects. The company works with designers, architects, project managers, general contractors, tradespeople, and homeowners. Chad is also the Founder of Workforce Recon and the creator of …
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Lewis Schiff is Chairman of the Birthing of Giants Fellowship Program, an entrepreneur’s masterclass developed exclusively for owners of fast-growing companies. Applicants accepted into the program develop a strategic plan to amplify sales, unlock productivity, and attract and retain talent and capital. By the end of the week-long program, particip…
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Greg Owens is the Owner of McCarthy Painting, a company providing top services in the San Francisco Bay Area’s commercial and residential markets. Established in 1969, McCarthy Painting has served high-end clients such as Abercrombie and Fitch, Google, First Bank, FICO, Autodesk, SPIN, and more. Greg’s entrepreneurial gifts expand into media, where…
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The Profitability of Offering Immense Value to Others
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Bob Burg is the Founder of The Go-Giver Community Network, an organization that connects private, global businesses built by go-givers for go-givers. With total book sales approaching two million copies, Bob is the author and co-author of a number of books on sales, marketing, and influence, including the international best-seller The Go-Giver, a b…
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The Future of Construction Contractor Solutions
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Phillip Ogilby is the Chief Executive Officer at STACK Construction Technologies. STACK Construction Technologies provides cloud-based solutions for optimizing business workflows, built with constructor contractors in mind. Their wide range of customizable tools includes pre-construction estimation, digital planning, team communication, and more. S…
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Learning Vital Time Management for Everyday Productivity
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Warren Rustand is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, CEO, mentor, educator, and the best-selling author of The Leader Within Us. Warren’s been the CEO and an advisor for numerous companies ranging from multibillion-dollar businesses to early-stage startups. He has served as the Global Chairman of the World Presidents Organization, a group of 10,000 C…
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Providing A+ Customer Service Through 24/7 Virtual Assistance
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Kate Winkler is the CEO of Ruby and the first person to take over as CEO from the company founder. Kate has over 25 years in the technology sector. When she’s not using her experience to help over 10,000 businesses remain in touch through Ruby’s virtual assistance and chat services, she’s hiking, biking, or playing soccer. She earned her BBA from t…
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How Video Changes the Game in a Digital Market With Lindsey Schmidt of IMPACT
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Lindsey Schmidt is the Video Sales and Marketing Consultant for IMPACT, a marketing firm that helps businesses with everything they need to drive more sales from their inbound marketing. The team at IMPACT provides the tools, education, and community companies need to adopt the business framework that has helped thousands of companies drive more sa…
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The Importance of Having a Good Business Culture With Calvin Johnson of The Culture Kitchen
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Calvin Johnson is the Head Chef at The Culture Kitchen, a company that researches, documents, and shares the ingredients successful companies use to build amazing, high-performing cultures. Calvin is a speaker, coach, author, researcher, student of happiness, and serial entrepreneur who sold his company, Lykki.com, to a Fortune 500 company in 2021.…
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