Best TCB Studios Podcasts (2024)

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#67 Masha Romer and Leah Krig | Women in Construction | The Rise of WINC in the Building Industry 1:08:53

5h ago1:08:53

1:08:53

In this lively episode of The Curious Builder, host Mark Williams chats with Masha Romer and Leah King from WINC, a dynamic women in construction organization in Minnesota. They cover everything from the origins of WINC and its mission to foster connections and mentorship among women in the building industry, to the intricacies of planning popular …

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TCB en Español | Episode #2 | Miguel Granite Plus MN 52:45

4d ago52:45

52:45

Acompaña a Belkis y Miguel mientras discuten de estrategias de negocios, descubren fuentes de motivación, técnicas de marketing, navegan por las complejidades de las políticas de salud, desmitifican cuestiones legales y conoce las diferentes perspectivas culturales que Belkis y Miguel tienen en cuenta. Anfitrión: Belkis Cruz https://lbrpartners.com…

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Episode #66 | Build Buzz Live Podcast | Building with Integrity 1:26:37

4d ago1:26:37

1:26:37

In this special LIVE episode of The Curious Builder, host Mark Williams chats with industry experts like Nick Schiffer, Morgan Molitor, Brad Leavitt and Tyler Grace about the essence of craftsmanship, the importance of fair compensation, and the art of building lasting client relationships. They dive into everything from navigating the challenges o…

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Working on the Business not in the Business: Q&A with Mark D. Williams 20:39

8d ago20:39

20:39

Mark D. Williams answers your questions on his new solo podcast. Mark discusses strategies for working on a business rather than in it, such as time blocking and asking for advice from subcontractors and trade partners to improve communication, efficiency, and relationships in the construction industry. He also shares his experiences delegating res…

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#65 Jackson Strom | Strom Architecture | Architectural Strategies and Business Insights 1:08:33

11d ago1:08:33

1:08:33

In this episode of The Curious Builder, host Mark Williams and guest Jackson Strom from Strom Architecture dive into the nitty-gritty of running an architecture firm. They chat about the benefits of fixed-fee billing, the importance of hand-drafting in the design process, and managing client expectations. The duo also shares insights on recruiting …

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TCB en Español | Episode #1 | Rosa Santiago Zimmerman | RSZ Desgin + Development 1:05:13

15d ago1:05:13

1:05:13

En este episodio, Belkis y Rosa hablan sobre temas como el crecimiento personal, las oportunidades empresariales y de empleo en la comunidad latina, como también las estrategias de marketing en las redes sociales y los desafíos culturales. Anfitrión: Belkis Cruz https://lbrpartners.com/ Invitado: Rosa Santiago Zimmerman https://www.rszdesigndevelop…

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#64 Rosa Santiago Zimmerman | RSZ Design + Development | Self-Improvement, Design Passion, and Authentic Connections 1:21:08

18d ago1:21:08

1:21:08

In this episode of The Curious Builder, host Mark Williams chats with the dynamic Rosa Santiago Zimmerman about the power of continual self-improvement, the significance of nurturing authentic relationships, and the transformative potential of the design industry. They dive into Rosa's inspiring journey from a fitness mogul to a flourishing design …

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#63 Steve Berg and Eric Britt | Minnesota Bank & Trust | Personalized Service and Financial Guidance 1:00:36

25d ago1:00:36

1:00:36

In this episode of The Curious Builder podcast, hosts Mark Williams sit down with guests Steve Berg and Eric Britt from Minnesota Bank & Trust to dive into the world of banking and building trust with clients. From discussing the importance of strong relationships in private banking to navigating client partnerships for large-scale projects, the ep…

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#62 Katlyn Slocum | Katlyn Slocum Web Design | Building Online Success 1:11:57

1M ago1:11:57

1:11:57

In this engaging episode of "The Curious Builder," host Mark Williams and web design expert Katlyn Slocum dive into the intricacies of effectively combining digital marketing strategies and web design tailored for the construction industry. They cover a range of topics from the importance of email marketing and geotargeting to the nuances of SEO an…

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#61 Amanda Maday | Studio Grey | Blending Brands and Emotions in Design 1:09:30

1M ago1:09:30

1:09:30

In this engaging episode of The Curious Builder, host Mark Williams chats with Amanda Maday from Studio Grey about her journey navigating the tricky waters of both commercial and residential design. They dive into the emotional connections and challenges specific to each field, with Amanda sharing insights from her TV experiences on "Rock the Blo…

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#60 Dian Mullis | Pro Concrete Countertops | Crafting Custom Concrete 1:10:41

2M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

In this engaging episode of The Curious Builder, host Mark Williams chats with Dian Mullis, a true maverick in the world of concrete countertops. Dian shares her fascinating journey from engineering to pioneering innovative concrete designs, discussing everything from the hands-on creative process to the challenges of industry collaborations and he…

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#59 Caleb MacDonald | KingsRidge Building Group | Family, Health, and Building Success 1:09:33

2M ago1:09:33

1:09:33

In this insightful episode, Caleb McDonald from KingsRidge Building Group joins us to chat about balancing a thriving building business with family life and personal wellness. We talk about the challenges and rewards of maintaining work-life harmony, scaling a compassionate team culture, and Caleb’s passion for creating beautiful, unique homes whil…

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#55 Ailana Mcintosh & Tom Priebe | Hellmuth and Johnson | Clear Contracts, Happy Builds 1:07:46

3M ago1:07:46

1:07:46

We’re diving right into the nitty-gritty of construction contracts with legal eagles Tom Priebe and Alana McIntosh. They expertly unpack the essentials of subcontractor responsibilities, the life-saving grace of errors and omissions insurance, and the crucial role of clear communication to steer clear of costly litigations. Our legal gurus leave us…

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#54 Belkis Cruz | LBR Partners | Woman at the Helm 1:10:41

3M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

We’re diving into the inspiring journey of Belkis Cruz from LBR Partners - from her brave escape from political turmoil in Nicaragua to becoming a beacon of entrepreneurial spirit in Minnesota's construction scene. Bel shares her unique approach to handling change orders and building client relationships. At the same time, her stories of family, cu…

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#53 John Kraemer | John Kraemer & Sons | Winning in High-End Home Construction 1:08:14

3M ago1:08:14

1:08:14

In this insightful episode of The Curious Builder, Mark Williams has a candid chat with John Kraemer & Sons team about their unique, customer-first approach to the family-run luxury home-building business. They dive into Kraemer's marketing strategies, the importance of reputation, and the organic growth from referrals, sprinkled with personal anec…

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#52 Sven Gustafson | 141 Project and Build Tools | Blueprint of Compassion 1:06:51

4M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

In this heartwarming episode of The Curious Builder, we're moved by Sven Gustafson's heartfelt dedication to the 141 Project, making a real difference in the lives of families in Guatemala, one home at a time. We also peel back the layers of construction tech, marveling at how ECI Build Tools and emerging AI are revolutionizing the way we build. It…

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#51 Randy Jonell | Minnesota Custom Drywall | Addition and Recovery 1:11:06

4M ago1:11:06

1:11:06

In this eye-opening episode of The Curious Builder, we dive into Randy Jonell's transformative journey from battling addiction to helming Minnesota Custom Drywall with a focus on craftsmanship, relationships, and growth. We tackle everything from the nitty-gritty of drywall perfection to the importance of balance in business and family life, all wh…

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#50 Brad Leavitt and Nick Schiffer | Contractor Coalition Summit | The Contractor Coalition's Collaborative Approach 59:00

4M ago59:00

59:00

In this dynamic episode of The Curious Builder, we dive into the details of the Contractor Coalition Summit, with industry powerhouses Brad Leavitt and Nick Schiffer sharing invaluable insights on mentorship, industry growth, and the magic of collaboration. We also get a peek into the power of seminars for personal and professional development, the…

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#49 Sven Gustafson | StoneWood and Revision | Technology & Tradition 1:05:38

4M ago1:05:38

1:05:38

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#48 Morgan Molitor | Construction 2 Style | Mental Health, Boundaries, and Self-Care 1:05:17

4M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

This episode of the curious builder podcast features a conversation between host Mark D. Williams and his very first returning guest: Morgan Molitor. Morgan shares lessons learned from challenges over the years and discusses the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care for entrepreneurs. Sponsors for the Episode: CBUSA Lake Socie…

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#47 Meg Billings | Meg & Co Designer Homes | Lessons in Profitability 1:12:00

5M ago1:12:00

1:12:00

On this episode of the Curious Builder Podcast, guest Meg Billings talks about her unconventional path to becoming a builder. After hiring someone to build her own home who suddenly stopped work, Meg took over the project herself with no experience. She discusses how this led her to start her own construction company and shares strategies for impro…

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#46 David Williams | David A Williams Construction | A Father and Son Talk Construction 1:05:36

5M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

On this episode of the Curious Builder Podcast, a father-son duo swap stories from decades in the business. Mark talks with his dad David about the dramatic shifts that have occurred in home construction since the early days of his career. From navigating high interest rates to adapting to new technologies, they discuss the challenges and changes b…

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#45 Ville Kämäräinen | Puustelli Kitchens | Growing Sustainably 1:08:25

5M ago1:08:25

1:08:25

This episode covers the history and expansion of Puustelli, a Finnish cabinetry company operating in the US. Founded in Finland in the 1920s, Puustelli began installing cabinets in Minnesota in 2016 and has since grown their US presence through showroom openings, partnerships with builders. CEO Ville Kämäräinen discussed Puustelli's focus on sustai…

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#44 Maud & Brian Duggan | Union Place | Home Systems & Interior Design 1:08:26

5M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

Brian and Maud Duggan discuss running their interior design and home systems business Union Place in Excelsior, Minnesota for over 47 years. They talk about how they work together as a married couple to run the business and maintain client relationships. They also describe how they have expanded their services and grown their team over the decades …

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#43 Arik Tendler | Cambria | The King of Quartz 1:07:36

6M ago1:07:36

1:07:36

Arik Tendler, chief sales officer of Cambria shares his journey from Israel to California, and how he came to work in the quartz industry. Arik discusses Cambria's focus on quality, innovative designs, and commitment to customers. He also shares how he utilizes his experience in sales to give insight on specific sales strategies and how Cambria con…

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#42 Mike Gray & Greg Vose | Unfold Architecture | Effective Communication 1:09:27

6M ago1:09:27

1:09:27

Mike Gray and Greg Vose from Unfold Architecture join Mark to discuss their design process, how they work with builders and clients, and their approach to sustainability in custom home design. They discuss bringing the right team members in at different stages of a project and making sure all parties are communicating effectively throughout the des…

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#41 Dagan Koffler | Dagan Design & Construction | Self-performing 1:12:18

6M ago1:12:18

1:12:18

Dagan Koffler discusses his journey starting multiple construction and design companies in California, detailing the challenges of permitting and building in the state. He explains how he has grown his businesses over the years through self-performing work and leveraging existing relationships. Koffler also shares insights on managing a large team,…

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#40 Mike & Andrew LeJeune | Glass Art Design | Culture and Relationships 1:10:29

7M ago1:10:29

1:10:29

Mike and Andrew LeJeune discuss growing their family glass business, Glass Art Design, through culture, relationships, improving systems, and treating employees and customers with respect. Sponsors for the Episode: Pella Northland Adaptive Alpine Hardwood Connect with Mike & Andrew LeJeune: Where to find the Guest:Website: Glass Art Design Glass an…

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#39 Alex Lelchuk | Lelch | LIVE Event 1:17:06

7M ago1:17:06

1:17:06

Alex Lelchuk joins us for the second Live Curious Builder Podcast from his event venue The Lowlands in Saint Paul, MN. He shares his inspiring story of immigrating from Belarus to the US as a young child and growing up to start his own Audio and Video company, Lelch. Alex discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and the challenges of running and gr…

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#38 Christine Marvin | Marvin Windows | Company & Community 1:09:02

7M ago1:09:02

1:09:02

Christine Marvin discusses Marvin Windows' history starting with her great-grandfather moving to Warroad, Minnesota in 1904. She explains Marvin's product innovations over the decades and how they focus on sustainability. Christine also talks about Marvin's marketing strategies including partnerships, social media presence, and supporting local hom…

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#37 Ryan Jones | Stonegate Builders | Saying No 1:15:47

7M ago1:15:47

1:15:47

Ryan Jones joins Mark to discuss his passion for construction and breaks down the multi-faceted aspects that are involved in it’s process. Ryan shares how his background has benefited his work, and what he continues to learn from the community around him. As many others in the industry can attest, self-educating is almost standard for construction.…

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#36 Danielle Yegge & Joe Braun | Style & Structure | Educate the Homeowner 1:24:31

8M ago1:24:31

1:24:31

Danielle Yegge and Joe Braun of Style and Structure discuss their marketing strategies on social media that have helped grow their brand, including creating fun videos. They also talk about their building process, working with clients, writing a book, and producing a podcast to help educate homeowners. Danielle and Joe describe how they continue le…

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#35 James Vagle | Housing First Minnesota | Modernizing Zoning Regulations 1:11:35

8M ago1:11:35

1:11:35

James Vagle, CEO of Housing First Minnesota, discusses the state’s shortage of 60,000-90,000 housing units with builder Mark Williams. Vagle explains how modernizing zoning regulations and increasing land supply could help address high construction costs and the shortage. He also outlines Housing First Minnesota’s efforts to promote careers in the …

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#34 Mark Ostrom | The Joy Collaborative | Crafting Joy 1:10:32

8M ago1:10:32

1:10:32

On this episode of The Cursious Builder Mark Ostrom joins to discuss The Joy Collaborative. A nonprofit that designs therapeutic spaces for children with disabilities or life-limiting conditions. It describes past projects and the impact of the spaces on families. It also talks about ideas for future projects like a mobile sensory unit, collaborati…

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#33 Jordyn DiOrio | JDP Consult Co | The Reality of Scaling 1:10:06

8M ago1:10:06

1:10:06

Jordyn DiOrio discusses her journey starting a side hustle jewelry business that eventually led to venture capital funding and a partnership with Nordstrom. She shares the reality of scaling a retail business and lessons learned along the way. Jordyn also discusses her Consulting business and her changing definition of what it means to be successfu…

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#32 Rich Hipp | Hipp Cabinetry | The Wood Butcher of Buffalo 1:04:07

8M ago1:04:07

1:04:07

Rich tells us his story of wanting to go to he marines, framing homes, learning the ropes of remodeling, working in a cabinet shop, a rustic reclaimed wood shop and starting a business during a recession to make ends meet. One thing is clear, the american can do spirit is alive and thriving in the Hipp household and tempered with the heart of an ho…

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#31 Barak Steenlage | Anchor Builders | Quality & Integrity 1:14:31

9M ago1:14:31

1:14:31

Barak Steenlage a custom home builder in Minnesota joins Mark to discuss the evolution of Anchor Builders. They discuss the challenges of custom home design and keeping projects on budget. Barak describes his involvement with NARI (National Association of the Remodeling Industry) and how it has helped him grow as a builder. They also cover topics l…

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#30 Desi Creswell | Desi Creswell | Reclaim your Spark 1:07:55

9M ago1:07:55

1:07:55

Desi Creswell, an interior designer turned life and business coach, shares how experiencing a career burnout from trying to balance her new life as a mom with her business helped reclaim her spark. She discusses how the switch flipped once she made the transition to coaching, and why this path was a more fulfilling option to her. With the mindset o…

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#29 Chad & Ryan Hanson | Sustainable 9 | Sustainable Home Building 1:10:10

9M ago1:10:10

1:10:10

Chad & Ryan Hanson have loved architecture since they can remember. After establishing their start in real estate by flipping houses, they left their corporate IT days behind and have never looked back. With the knowledge gained from their flipping experience as well as the following they developed because of it, they soon made the transition to bu…

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#28 Ian Planchon | 515 Productions | Capturing your Story 1:03:38

9M ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Ian Planchon, half of the two person team of 515 Productions, discusses how he and his wife, Lynn got their start in the world of media, and how this led them to found their own production company. He shares the growth devolopment their business has seen over the past 20 years by continuing to follow their passion and constantly learning along the …

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#27 Lance Anderson | Admit One | Home Tech Guru 54:45

10M ago54:45

54:45

Lance Anderson, CEO and founder of Admit One Home Systems joins Mark to share his journey from IT to founding his own company. He discusses how he found his niche in custom home technologies, and how essential it is to empower himself and his team to work confidently and independently. With a focus on the luxury residential market, Lance and his te…

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#26 Ryan Lipchek | CBUSA | Buying Power 1:11:04

10M ago1:11:04

1:11:04

Ryan Lipchek visits Minneapolis to discuss bringing CBUSA to the local market. He shares how the purchasing group model benefits both builders and suppliers through increased buying power and access to new customers. Lipchek also explains CBUSA’s process for launching in a new city and developing critical mass among contractors. Sponsors for the Ep…

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#25 Julia Miller | Yond Interiors | Pitching Interior Design 1:06:39

10M ago1:06:39

1:06:39

Interior designer Julia Miller sits down with Mark D. Williams to discuss her career path from social work to owning her design firm, Yond Interiors. She shares details about her creative process, expanding her business both locally and nationally, and her approach to collaborating with clients. Listeners are given an inside look at Miller's journe…

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#24 Rick & Amy Hendel | Hendel Homes | Building Relationships 1:04:42

10M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Hendel Homes is a custom home-building company based in Minnesota. Rick and Amy Hendel share how they started their company, the importance of building relationships with clients, architects, and trades, and how they have grown their teams over the years. They also talk about the challenges of balancing work in the business with work on the busines…

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#23 Daniel Felt | Kura Home Maintenance | Keeping it Clean 1:14:02

11M ago1:14:02

1:14:02

Kura Home Maintenance provides routine maintenance and cleaning services for homes in the Minneapolis metropolitan area. Owner Daniel Felt started the company in 2016 with a focus on providing reliable and high-quality service. The company uses technology, systems, and processes to efficiently serve over 800 clients with 34 different services. Empl…

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#22 Chris Anderson | Monthend | Financial Control for Builders 1:19:11

11M ago1:19:11

1:19:11

Chris Anderson of Monthend provides accounting and bookkeeping services tailored specifically for builders. They organize financial data into meaningful statements and insights with their goal being to help builders gain a better understanding of their finances to improve decision-making and sleep better at night. Sponsors for the Episode: Pella No…

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#21 Kate Grutzmacher | The Scout Guide Minneapolis | Sharing Stories 1:00:40

11M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Kate Grutzmacher, the owner of The Scout Guide publication, joins Mark to discuss TSG (The Scout Guide) and how it supports small businesses in and around the Minneapolis community. Kate explains how TSG works and how they select clients. She also shares stories about inspiring clients and discusses her day job as president of Cities Management, a …

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#20 Kim Senn | Senn & Son | Know your Brand 1:01:10

11M ago1:01:10

1:01:10

Kim Senn joins the show to discuss her journey starting off working for creative agencies to owning her Ad firm. She shares her background and her process with clients, specifically how she gets to know a brand and what it stands for. Kim and Mark also chat about what gets them into a creative space, and how Inspiration doesn’t just come to you. It…