Joining Taylor for a truly inspiring conversation today is Mike Simon, Founder of Dirt Perfect, an excavating business in southern Indiana built upon the rock solid foundation of commitment to family, community, and helping others. A lifelong tradesman turned YouTube star known for his hands-on approach and construction expertise, Mike shares his f…

Brian Hess, the dynamic owner of The Pavement Group, Top Contractor School, and One Key Media, takes time out of his incredibly busy schedule to join Taylor on the podcast today to discuss his remarkable journey from construction to becoming a tech-savvy entrepreneur. Emphasizing the importance of creating a strong company culture and balancing fam…

Taylor is joined today by the dynamic duo of James O'Connell and Joey De Athe who run Soil Cycle, a subsidiary of Contour Group, that was established in 2020 to provide additional support to Contour’s earthworks division by delivering cost-effective services for the disposal of excess soil. Known for brilliantly transforming the landscape of soil m…

Director of Aggregate Operations at Wm. D. Scepaniak, Inc., and fellow third-generation entrepreneur, John Scepaniak joins Taylor on the podcast today to explore the dynamic world of family-run businesses and a whole lot more. Sharing his firsthand experiences in managing the complexities of mining and road construction operations, John sheds light…

This week, Taylor finally gets an opportunity to sit down and have a chat in person with Silkstone Group’s CEO, Travis Hesketh, a fellow entrepreneur whose journey through professional motocross and a formidable construction career epitomizes both resilience and grit. Travis details his transition from the high-speed world of motocross to the equal…

With apologies to all his other guests, Taylor welcomes “probably the smartest person” he’s “ever had the chance to interview” to the podcast - the mastermind behind Trunk Tools, Dr. Sarah Buchner. Among her many achievements, Sarah is a Stanford MBA Graduate, holds a PhD in Civil Systems Engineering and Data Science, has been named a Forbes ‘30 Un…

Luke Payne, President of Western Excavation, returns to the podcast today to join Taylor for a candid exploration of the intricacies of entrepreneurship, resilience, and work-life harmony. Their discussion, filled with personal anecdotes and professional advice, touches on the importance of a supportive family foundation, the concept of a "zero-fai…

The legendary “Dozer Dave” Turin, a stalwart of gold mining from the acclaimed series Gold Rush and the brain behind America's Backyard Gold, joins Taylor here today to share his journey from civil engineering to becoming a venerated figure in both television and gold mining. This episode delves into the heart of gold mining, touching on the histor…

What a great chat this was with Kevin Bennison of InspHigher. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekelleher/By Katie Kelleher

In today’s exclusive episode, Taylor takes center stage, embarking on a solo journey filled with invaluable insights gleaned from questions sourced directly from the CONEXPO-CON/AGG Instagram community. Delving into the heart of the construction industry's challenges, Taylor fearlessly addresses topics such as cash flow struggles, the significance …

Katie Kelleher, aka “Katie Cranes”, an increasingly prominent, award winning figure in the construction industry joins Taylor for what turns out to be her first visit to the podcast today. Katie’s journey from a sales background to her current role as a crane operator and technical development officer exemplifies the importance of seizing opportuni…

Taylor welcomes Brian Dietz, Co-owner of Bob Dietz and Sons Inc., to the podcast today, and together, they turn their spotlight on achieving enduring success in the construction industry, particularly as a family-owned construction business. Brian shares his personal journey, instilled with an outstanding commitment to excellence and a strong work …

Today, I speak with Nigel Maeer, UK and Ireland Sales manager at CMS Cepcor. He tells me what life is like in the quarry & mining industry. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekelleher/…

This week, Taylor is joined by legendary leader of Blount Contracting and BuildWitt CFO, Randy Blount, who shares his inspiring journey of taking his family business to simply incredible heights of success. Together, they also dive into such essential themes as leadership, accurate job costing, and the intricacies of managing overhead costs, provid…

Today, I speak with Neil Perry, Commercial Photographer & Founder of She Builds UK. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekelleher/By Katie Kelleher

The visionary behind Dig-It Digital GPS, EJ Herron, joins Taylor on the podcast this week for a fascinating journey through the cutting-edge realm of construction technology. Together, they explore its profound impact on the industry's efficiency and precision, and the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. Whether you're a construction professiona…

Today, I speak with Ashleigh Kaliszuk, Commercial Photographer & Former Crane Operator based in Canada. We go deep into different parts of the industry, especially some of the hurdles women face in the industry. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https:/…

Today, I speak with Amy Law, Head of Marketing & Sales at MachineMax. Amy has worked with JCB, Flannery, and Hewden. The power of brand is extremely important in times like this. This is a good'n. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.c…

Aaron Witt: Putting People First to Transform Construction Taylor welcomes self-proclaimed “Chief Dirt Nerd”, Aaron Witt, to the podcast today for an insightful discussion on construction, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Currently the CEO of BuildWitt - a services, media, and software business focused on the infrastructure and mining industr…

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Today, I interview Andrew Curtin, Founder of Construction Wave. Andrew tells me the deep meaning behind starting his business, and what it's like to work in construction media. Checkout Construction Wave's CFO Summit in February and use my ticket discount code KATIECRANES20: Event website: https://event.constructioncfosummit.com/ Kindly sponsored b…

This week I speak with Siu Mun Li, Most Influential Woman in Construction 2023 and Head of Temporary Works Engineering at Multiplex. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekelleher/…

Amy Underwood, widely recognized as the_digger_girl, brings her charismatic and insightful perspective to her conversation with Taylor here today. Amy, a plant operator hailing from Scotland, shares her remarkable journey within the construction industry, transcending traditional gender stereotypes and championing blue-collar careers for both women…

This week, I speak to Katherine Evans, Founder of Bold as Brass. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekelleher/By Katie Kelleher

This week, I speak to Sarah Crawley, Co-Founder of SymTerra. This is an honest account of what it's like to set-up a technology company in this industry. Candid, direct, and a fantastic insight into turning an idea into a business. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ F…

This week I speak to Peter Haddock, an old friend of mine who is a specialist in the construction and mobile plant sectors, with over 14 years experience, working with main contractors, the worlds largest distributor of plant and equipment and a global formwork leader. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction W…

On the first episode of Series 2, I'm joined by Katie Fahey, Ireland's youngest crane operator. We talked about her introduction to construction, getting used to the industry, and some backlash from media outlets. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https…

Taylor welcomes James Stiksma, the founder of Canadian Septic, to the podcast today for an indepth look at his unique journey from corporate sales to the world of septic installations. James’ dedication to excellence and his strategic approach to positioning within the market are discussed as are the evolution from subcontracting to equipment owner…

Excavator operator extraordinaire, Liam Bryan, better known as @diggerbry on social media, joins Taylor for a very special episode of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG podcast. Starting out as a bricklayer and eventually becoming an expert excavator who captivates online audiences with his finesse in asphalt fine grading, Liam’s journey within the construction i…

This week, Taylor welcomes Trey Bohannan, widely known as Treybodirt on TikTok, to the podcast. A seasoned entrepreneur and equipment enthusiast, Trey’s insights here today offer a masterclass in leadership and work-life balance. Together, he and Taylor explore his remarkable journey in the landscaping and construction industry, starting from his h…

Welcome to another exciting episode of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG podcast as Taylor discusses the logistics of building a successful excavation business with his guest, Travis Gemmell, Founder of Walnut Grove Excavating. Today, Travis recounts his remarkable journey from the corporate realm to becoming a passionate business owner in the dirt industry, and…

Today marks a very special episode as Taylor welcomes none other than the President and Owner of Ken White Construction to the podcast - his father, David White. Beyond the bonds of family, Taylor and David share a remarkable partnership and friendship that has shaped their journey together. Their fascinating conversation here today constitutes an …

Ep. 139: Building from the Ground Up: Tips from a New Construction Business Owner On today’s episode, Dylan Mercier, owner of D2 Contracting, joins Taylor for a discussion centered on a number of topics, beginning with Dylan’s journey into the construction business and his decision to start his own company. Their conversation further focuses on the…

Live at CONEXPO-CON/AGG with Dana Wuesthoff Taylor welcomes a very special guest to the podcast today, and he does so in an equally special location. Dana Wuesthoff, the show director for CONEXPO-CON/AGG, the largest construction trade show in North America joins Taylor at the Expo itself to discuss the planning and logistics involved in creating s…

Paving the Way for Online Success with Matt Stanley In this episode of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG podcast, host Taylor White speaks with Matt Stanley, a paving foreman, marketer for American Pavement Specialist, and founder of Raised on Blacktop about the themes of marketing, branding, and company culture in the construction industry. Stanley begins by sh…

The Power of the Right Balance of Relationship Building vs. Profit with Dane Cotten This week, Taylor interviews Dane Cotten, owner of DC Excavation, about a number of topics including his background, the growth of his company, and the importance of networking in the construction industry. Dane also reviews the family tradition that inspired him to…

On today's episode, I speak with Adam Barrie of On The Tools & Electric House. What a brilliant conversation! Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekelleher/By Katie Kelleher

Building Personal and Professional Success in Construction with Missy Scherber In today’s episode, Taylor sits down with former host of the podcast and the owner of Big Machine Hustle and Scherber Roll-Offs, Missy Scherber, to discuss a number of topics, particularly the challenges of balancing work and personal life as a business owner. Throughout…

It's National Apprenticeship Week! I'm talking to my 3rd guest, Daisy Andrews, a 1st year plumbing apprentice from Banbury. Daisy previously studied illustration at university before joining the construction industry. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: h…

It's National Apprenticeship Week! I'm talking to my 2nd guest, Rachael Wragg. A former apprentice stone mason, now a heritage stone mason. Rachael studied fine art at university before starting her apprenticeship. We talk about her journey, and what it's like working in cathedrals. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by …

It's National Apprenticeship Week! I'm talking to Gemma Ireland, a 2nd year plumbing and gas apprentice. Gemma is 20 years old and based in Edinburgh, Scotland. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekelleher/…

Today, I sit down with Paul Argent, a photographer for the construction, demolition, and heavy equipment world. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekelleher/By Katie Kelleher

The first episode of 2023! And Michelle Hands of She Who Dares joins me. Michelle dedicates her time to helping empower and inspire women who work in traditionally male-dominated fields. She who dares wins is the platform she has built to ensure this mission is a success. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Constructio…

Living the Owner-Operator Life with John Schiedeck Joining Taylor on this episode is the world’s best operator (in our opinion) and CEO of Schiedeck Construction, John Schiedeck. John’s been in the construction industry for almost seventeen years and has worked as an owner-operator for the last six. He opens the episode with an overview of his hist…

Building a Rock-Solid Business and Reputation with Ryan Goodfellow In this episode of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG podcast, Ryan Goodfellow from Rock Structures joins Taylor to share his background in the heavy equipment industry, including his experience with the CONEXPO show, starting his own business, and the challenges and lessons he has learned along t…

Setting Your Construction Business Apart from the Rest with Jimmy Starbuck Taylor’s guest today is Jimmy Starbuck, owner of Starbuck Excavation and a familiar face on social media. Jimmy dives right into his work with mass grading and trucking, talking through the services his company offers and the details of running his business. He then shares h…

On today's episode, I sit down with Rich Smith, pre-construction director at Keltbray and author of When I Grow Up, a book to encourage young minds to consider a career in construction. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Katie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie…

Advocating for Everybody in Construction with Alexandra Smith On today’s episode of CONEXPO, Taylor is joined by Alexandra Smith, aka Al the Little Operator, who runs equipment, installs septic systems, and shares Taylor’s love of wastewater treatment. Alexandra kicks off the episode by discussing what her job involves as a newly self-employed work…

This week I sit down with Andy Mitchell CBE, CEO of Tideway. Andy was appointed CEO of Tideway in 2014 and was formally appointed to the Tideway Board on Licence Award in 2015. He joined the project from Crossrail where he was Programme Director and a Board member. Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave:…

I got some inbound queries recently. People wanted to know more about me personally. So, I sat down with my microphone and laptop to talk about my background, life before construction, and life in it. I hope you enjoy it!! Kindly sponsored by Liebherr: https://bit.ly/3TmNWHG Presented by Construction Wave: https://constructionwave.co.uk/ Follow Kat…