Best Blue Collar Ceo Podcasts (2024)

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Building America's Water Infrastructure w/David Burkhart – DT 266 1:12:19

3h ago1:12:19

1:12:19

David Burkhart is the CEO of Garney Construction, a national water and wastewater contractor. Aaron and David talk about his progression through the company, Garney's employee ownership program, and the state of US infrastructure. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat…

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Fleet Cards Reimagined: The Coast Pay Revolution With Daniel Simon 26:58

2d ago26:58

26:58

BlueCollar.CEO – Daniel Simon is the Founder and CEO of Coast, a fleet card and expense management platform. As a venture-backed entrepreneur and C-suite executive, he co-founded Bread, a data-driven tech payments company that was acquired by Alliance Data Systems. Daniel focuses on building effective products and high-performing teams. In today’s …

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Does America Hate Mining? — DT 265 22:50

29m ago22:50

22:50

Aaron highlights a few articles detailing the struggle to permit mines in the US despite our growing hunger for natural resources and plentiful reserves. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our first official sponsor for the year! They make world-class footwear a…

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The American Dream w/ Jarryd McNeil – DT 264 1:24:40

5h ago1:24:40

1:24:40

Despite Jarryd's 15 X Games medals and Nitro Circus Live rider status, he's struggled to gain citizenship in America over the past few years due to insane technicalities. We dig into his struggles and work in some skid steer talk, of course. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to ann…

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Andrew Manning’s Insane Secret of Success 30:28

10h ago30:28

30:28

BlueCollar.CEO – Andrew Manning is the Owner of Backup Plumbing in La Grange, Kentucky. As a master plumber, he has spent the past six years scaling his business from the ground up. In this episode, Ryan and Andrew talk about Andrew’s best-kept secret to business growth. Blue Collar CEO is a podcast that is all about helping you build a better, mor…

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Europe Trip 2024 Recap — DT 263 1:05:56

11d ago1:05:56

1:05:56

Aaron and Jack discuss their recent month in Europe, from lava barriers to underwater tunnels. This trip had it all—except for AC. Keep an eye out for photos and videos on Aaron's social channels! Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is…

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Dirt World Venture Capital w/Adam Bridgman — DT 262 1:11:08

10d ago1:11:08

1:11:08

Aaron is joined by Adam, Co-Founder and Partner at Ironspring Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on innovation across the industrial supply chain, including construction. Investors like Adam will play a key role in shaping the industry's future. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STO…

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From Plumber to CEO: The Bizzy-B Story With Lance Ford 33:18

4h ago33:18

33:18

BlueCollar.CEO – Lance Ford is the Owner of Bizzy-B Plumbing, an award-winning residential plumbing service company. With over 18 years of experience in the plumbing industry, he served an apprenticeship for five years before becoming a CEO. In this week’s episode, Ryan and Lance discuss how Lance transitioned from a plumber to a CEO. Blue Collar C…

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Monday Episode: Question and Answer – DT 261 31:18

1d ago31:18

31:18

Aaron answers some questions from Instagram. Thank you to everyone who submitted questions or has asked questions on any platform, keep ‘em coming! Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our first official sponsor for the year! They make world-class footwear and wor…

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Functional Diet and Fitness w/ Will Grumke – DT 260 1:28:39

7d ago1:28:39

1:28:39

From the sales floor of Supplement Superstore to an executive at 1st Phorm International, Will has seen all sides of the diet, exercise, and supplement world. If you're looking to become healthier, this episode is for you. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our …

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Multi-Generational Impact With Curtis Duncan 36:45

7d ago36:45

36:45

BlueCollar.CEO – Curtis Duncan is the Owner and CEO of Quality Home HVAC, a family-owned company specializing in residential service and dual-fuel heat pump installations. Curtis and his wife Candace have propelled the company to over 60% year-over-year growth. Having transitioned from digital marketing and sales, he brings a unique perspective to …

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The Latest at BuildWitt w/Jason Richmond – DT 259 1:00:35

25d ago1:00:35

1:00:35

Jason Richmond (COO of BuildWitt) is back to chat about BuildWitt's events, the most recent being a Dirt World workshop at Knife River's training center. Jason and Aaron also dig in on what's in store for the future.By BuildWitt

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Optimizing Equipment Fleet Performance w/ Zach Laberge – DT 258 1:05:03

29d ago1:05:03

1:05:03

Zach Laberge is the founder of Frenter, a business helping construction companies better track their fleet performance and identify issues before they're catastrophic. Oh... And he's still a teenager. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our first official sponsor…

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Seizing the American Dream: How to Build a Home Service Empire With Obed Guzman 27:51

25d ago27:51

27:51

BlueCollar.CEO – Obed Guzman is the Owner and CEO of Alma HVAC Inc., a premier provider of HVAC solutions for commercial buildings. As a first-generation immigrant from Mexico, Obed and his wife Alma moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, and founded Alma HVAC Inc. to give back to the community. As a senior HVAC technician, he has over 25 years of exp…

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75. How to build with the exit in mind - Laurie Barkman - The Business Transition Sherpa 27:28

24d ago27:28

27:28

Today, we dive into the essential topic of building a business with the end in mind. My guest is Laurie Barkman, author of the Business Transition Handbook and a seasoned Business Transition Sherpa. Laurie shares invaluable insights and strategies on preparing for a successful business exit. Whether you're a new entrepreneur or a seasoned business …

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Monday Book Report: Ames Construction – DT 257 24:29

20d ago24:29

24:29

This is the last episode that Aaron will be reading from Persistence Creates Opportunity A book highlighting the history of Ames Construction. In this episode, Aaron reads about one of the biggest projects for Ames, the Denver International Airport. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKE…

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Training for Big Machine Operators – DT 256 1:58:17

1M ago1:58:17

1:58:17

Scott Lidster Operator Training Specialist self employed at Australian Earth Training has seen more of the Mining industry than most. Starting in construction and moving to mining in Australia, Scotts career has taken him to some pretty Interesting places. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk i…

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3 Ways to Refocus Your Business on Your Greatest Asset: The Technician With Aaron Salow 30:00

1M ago30:00

30:00

BlueCollar.CEO – Aaron Salow is the Founder and CEO of XOi Technologies, a digital field service tool for the trades industry. He founded the company to close the gap in skilled trades workers, fostering rapid growth for businesses. Inspired by his father’s career in the blue-collar industry, Aaron has worked as an entrepreneur and employee in manu…

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74. How to have a successful life - with Ken Rusk author of ”Blue Collar Cash” 26:23

1M ago26:23

26:23

In today's episode, we’re joined by Ken Rusk, a successful entrepreneur and author of "Blue Collar Cash." Ken shares his journey from (to?) ditch digger to thriving business owner, emphasizing the importance of visualisation, goal setting, and empowering employees. Ken introduces several key methods and frameworks: Visualization: Ken stresses the p…

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Monday Book Report: Ames Construction – DT 255 43:31

1M ago43:31

43:31

Penultimate episode that Aaron will be reading from Persistence Creates Opportunity A book highlighting the history of Ames Construction. In this episode, Aaron reads about Ames expansion into different regions of the United States. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ari…

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Operating an excavating business as Husband and Wife – DT 254 1:18:27

26d ago1:18:27

1:18:27

Dan Moon and Jenna Moon Co-Owners/Operators of Total Excavating talk about what it’s like to own a business while running a household together. Dan has been on the job site most of his life (specifically for total excavation) and Jenna comes from a background in non-profit work, together they make quite the duo!…

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How To Solve People Problems 31:39

2M ago31:39

31:39

BlueCollar.CEO – Dave MacDonald is the Owner and Founder of Better Together Group, a group of staffing companies that provide specialized recruiting services for clients and personalized services for job-seekers. The companies include Revolution Staffing, Essential Staffing, and Help Unlimited, each serving specialized markets and demographics. In …

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73. How to make good decisions every time - with Juliane Sterzl - SVP Global Sales Coachhub 27:25

1M ago27:25

27:25

Today, we're joined by Juliane Sterzl, the Senior Vice President of Global Sales at CoachHub. Our episode, titled "How make the right decision every time," delves into transforming workplace cultures and making effective decisions. Juliane introduces several key models and methods for fostering a healthy, growth-oriented work environment: Diversity…

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BuildWitt Investment Lessons – DT 253 27:33

2M ago27:33

27:33

Aaron discusses the lessons he learned from BuildWitt's latest investment round. And these lessons apply to business and life, not just investment! Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our first official sponsor for the year! They make world-class footwear and wor…

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From Lawnmowing to Dredging the Mississippi w/Blake Enloe – DT 252 1:27:02

1M ago1:27:02

1:27:02

Blake Enloe founded Legacy Corporation, primarily performing marine construction work on America's rivers. Although he hasn't always worked for the US Army Corps of Engineers... His first gig? Landscaping the neighborhood. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our …

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How Changing Your Mindset Can Grow Your Business 38:24

2M ago38:24

38:24

BlueCollar.CEO – Sandy Papavero is the Director of Sales and Marketing at CEO Warrior, a membership dedicated to teaching plumbers, electricians, contractors, and HVAC technicians to lead and scale their businesses. As a certified life coach, visionary entrepreneur, and hypnotherapist specializing in T.I.M.E techniques, Sandy works with professiona…

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72. How to lead and influence internationally - with Jose Ucar - communcation expert 24:22

1M ago24:22

24:22

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jose Ucar, an international Amazon best-selling author and expert in global influence. Known for his Latin flair, Jose is a master communicator and coach who helps leaders navigate the complexities of international leadership. Summary In our conversation, Jose shares practical frameworks and meth…

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Aaron's Social Media Secrets – DT 251 34:22

2M ago34:22

34:22

Aaron dives into the ins and outs of his social media strategy that he's used to reach tens of millions of people and generate billions of views. The more people who tell the industry's story, the better! Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our first official spo…

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Southern Land Clearing w/ Ben Warren – DT 250 1:39:54

2M ago1:39:54

1:39:54

Ben Warren is the President and Founder of Warren Land Solutions, a land clearing and demolition contractor working in the southern US. As a young business owner, hearing his perspective on life and the Dirt World is always fun. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat a…

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Exploring the Hidden Side of Home Inspections With Matthew Query 37:03

2M ago37:03

37:03

BlueCollar.CEO – Matthew Query is the Owner and Lead Inspector at Freedom Home Services, a home inspection business based in South Carolina. With over 15 years of experience in residential construction, warranty, and internal quality inspections, he holds a South Carolina Residential Builder license, is a licensed home inspector in North Carolina, …

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71. How to avoid your company failing with René Janssen 27:09

2M ago27:09

27:09

Introduction Today, we have René Janssen, CEO and founder of Lepaya, join us. René has an impressive track record, having raised $85 million to support his innovative training platform. His journey spans from scaling startups to managing acquisitions by giants like Alibaba. Summary In this episode, René Janssen shares his invaluable insights on avo…

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Paving a Swiss Runway Overnight – DT 249 30:29

2M ago30:29

30:29

Aaron digs into one of the most incredible projects he's ever seen — replacing a main runway at Zurich International Airport with Eberhard a few years ago. With only a few hours to do a mountain of work, there was NO margin for error! Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com!By BuildWitt

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Australian FIFO Mining w/ Michael Bullock – 248 1:22:58

2M ago1:22:58

1:22:58

Michael Bullock is a production excavator and dozer operator at a large iron ore mine in Western Australia. Michael and Aaron discuss the intricacies of Australian mining following Aaron's recent trip to the area. To see Michael's photos and videos, you can follow him on Instagram at @the_english_earthmover. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirtt…

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How To Grow Your Business Ethically With Gus Puga 29:40

2M ago29:40

29:40

BlueCollar.CEO – Gus Puga is the Owner and CEO of Airstream Services, which offers electrical, heating, and AC repair in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. After moving to Tennessee from Southern California in 2005, Gus transitioned out of the automotive industry and founded Airstream Services to offer ethical service and build long-term client relationships…

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70. How to write your book - with Everett O’Keefe founder of Ignite Press 33:38

2M ago33:38

33:38

Today, we're joined by Everett O’Keefe, best-selling author, speaker and the founder of Ignite Press. Everett shared his expertise on how to leverage the power of publishing to enhance your business and personal brand. Everett introduced a practical model to simplify the book writing process: FAQ & SAQ Model: This involves identifying Frequently As…

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Aaron's College Advice — DT 247 46:31

2M ago46:31

46:31

Drawing from his experience in college at Arizona State, Aaron offers his advice to anyone currently in college, thinking about college, or with kids considering it. There's still tremendous value within America's universities, but only if you do it right. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty!…

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Financing Construction Projects w/ Scott Peper — DT 246 1:34:09

2M ago1:34:09

1:34:09

Scott Peper is CEO of Mobilization Funding, which offers contract-based loans to companies like contractors. Understanding the flow of money through construction projects is critical for any successful industry leader, and Scott runs us through all the intricacies and pitfalls. Questions or feedback? Email us at dirttalk@buildwitt.com! Stay Dirty! …

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The Crazy Fast Growth of This HVAC Startup 35:51

2M ago35:51

35:51

BlueCollar.CEO – Dalton Hadley and Zach Jones are the Owners of Air Support Heating and Cooling, an HVAC provider in Louisville, Kentucky. In just one year, they scaled the business from zero to $1.5 million. Now in their second year of business, the pair manages operations in multiple locations. Dalton has experience in HVAC management, installati…

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69. How to shift your organisation from fear to love - with Malti Bhojwani 29:07

2M ago29:07

29:07

In today's episode, "How to Shift Your Organisation from Fear to Love," we're joined by Malti Bhojwani, a seasoned executive coach and author, who shares her expert insights on transforming workplace environments. Malti introduces us to impactful frameworks for fostering a shift from fear-based to love-based organizational culture. She emphasizes t…

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The Latest at BuildWitt w/ Jason Richmond — DT 245 48:43

2M ago48:43

48:43

On what's technically an internal BuildWitt podcast, Aaron and Jason discuss the latest business happenings. If you're curious about what BuildWitt's up to, this episode is for you. If you have any questions or feedback, email the Dirt Talk crew at dirttalk@buildwitt.com. Stay Dirty! **UPDATE** Dirt Talk is STOKED to announce Ariat as our first off…

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What's an ESOP? w/ Emery Sapp & Sons — DT 244 1:12:37

3M ago1:12:37

1:12:37

Tim Paulson (Co-CEO) and Caitlyn Cook (VP of Marketing) join Aaron to discuss employee stock ownership plans (ESOP) and how being 100% employee-owned works for Emery Sapp & Sons. To learn more about ESS, check out their website at https://emerysapp.com/ As always, please leave the podcast a review, and you can send any questions/comments directly t…

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The 7 Powers of a Scalable Home Service Business With Al Levi 34:04

3M ago34:04

34:04

BlueCollar.CEO – Al Levi is the CEO and Consultant at The 7-Power Contractor, a business consulting and training firm that has helped hundreds of service and installation-based contracting businesses streamline their operations. He is also the author of The 7-Power Contractor, which includes seven principles for business success. After working more…

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68. How to fill the void in life - with Nancy Ho 35:58

3M ago35:58

35:58

In this enlightening episode we're diving deep with author and coach Nancy Ho into: "How to Fill the Void in Your Life." Nancy, a seasoned life strategist and coach, brings her profound insights into addressing the often-unspoken gaps experienced by successful professionals. During our conversation, Nancy outlined several key models and methods: Ex…

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Monday Article Review – DT 243 28:49

3M ago28:49

28:49

In this episode, Aaron is back to read two articles from the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) newsletter. The first article is titled A Construction Market in Transition: The 2024 Hiring and Business Outlook, a survey conducted by AGC. The second is an article titled US Construction Outlook: Torrid or Tepid? written by Ken Simonson, …

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John Deere Product Specialist Featuring Alex Anhalt – DT 242 1:14:49

3M ago1:14:49

1:14:49

Alex Anhalt is a Corporate Product Specialist at McCoy Construction and Forestry, a major US John Deere dealer. Beginning his career in engineering, he wrote product manuals for John Deere's latest machines and then helped with machine design. Alex now focuses on assisting contractors in getting the most out of their machines and technology. To lea…

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Keaton Turner & Sarah D'Amico: Hate Comments and New Bosses 1:59:15

3M ago1:59:15

1:59:15

In the latest episode of Turner Mining Live, Keaton Turner & Sarah D'Amico, head of marketing for Turner Mining Group and Turner Staffing Group, tackle hate comments, the power of saying yes, and how to recognize when you're ready for a new boss. Learn why Keaton says he "wants all the smoke" on social media and gain insights on leadership transiti…

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The Original Architect of ServiceTitan’s Pricebook Pro With Andy Wyatt 31:59

3M ago31:59

31:59

BlueCollar.CEO – Andy Wyatt is the Founder of WyattWorks Plumbing, a family-owned business providing fast, reliable, and same-day plumbing services. He began his journey in the trades 43 years ago, working alongside a master plumber. Andy is also the original software architect of PricebookPro. In today’s episode, Ryan and Andy talk about how Andy …

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67. How to inspire greatness in others - Coach Jim Johnson 1:08:47

3M ago1:08:47

1:08:47

In this episode, we are thrilled to have Coach Jim Johnson, an exceptional figure in the world of high school basketball and a master of transforming teams and lives. Coach Johnson shares his inspiring journey and the pivotal moments that defined his leadership philosophy. He introduces us to his seven key leadership principles, with a strong focus…

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We Need the Hard Hitting Answers: Monday Q&A – DT 241 49:14

3M ago49:14

49:14

In this episode, Aaron is back at it again answering your questions. Some of these questions are from people who write and some are from comments on Instagram. Either way, we appreciate the feedback and the questions are as follows How do you rate Australian mining compared to American mining? Where do you see Buildwitt going? What is the best life…

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Whose fault is it anyways? Featuring Ben Winsor – DT 240 1:26:09

3M ago1:26:09

1:26:09

In this episode Aaron is joined by Ben Winsor, a Managing Consultant at Aperture LLC. Ben and his team specialize in analyzing data from construction projects going through the litigation process. Construction consultants like Ben forensically analyze project data like schedules and cost reports, assist with claim preparation, write reports, and pr…

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