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Family Secrets: Chris Pratt & Millie Bobby Brown Share Stories From Set 22:08

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Host Francesca Amiker sits down with directors Joe and Anthony Russo, producer Angela Russo-Otstot, stars Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, and more to uncover how family was the key to building the emotional core of The Electric State . From the Russos’ own experiences growing up in a large Italian family to the film’s central relationship between Michelle and her robot brother Kid Cosmo, family relationships both on and off of the set were the key to bringing The Electric State to life. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . State Secrets: Inside the Making of The Electric State is produced by Netflix and Treefort Media.…

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Welcome to The Anti-Architect Podcast. I’m your host Christian Giordano. As the president and owner of design firm Mancini Duffy, I’m driven by a quest for learning and radically changing the industry through tech-first innovation. With this podcast, I’m hoping to improve the industry that I’m so passionate about by taking a critical look at how architects work with their clients and, in turn, how our clients view us. It’s my goal to showcase all of these experiences - good and bad. Was it the architect or the client - or somewhere in between? I aim to bring my audience new voices from our industry, interesting people with diverse backgrounds. Through shared experiences, stories, and projects my hope is that we can improve our profession. www.theantiarchitect.com

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Welcome to The Anti-Architect Podcast. I’m your host Christian Giordano. As the president and owner of design firm Mancini Duffy, I’m driven by a quest for learning and radically changing the industry through tech-first innovation. With this podcast, I’m hoping to improve the industry that I’m so passionate about by taking a critical look at how architects work with their clients and, in turn, how our clients view us. It’s my goal to showcase all of these experiences - good and bad. Was it the architect or the client - or somewhere in between? I aim to bring my audience new voices from our industry, interesting people with diverse backgrounds. Through shared experiences, stories, and projects my hope is that we can improve our profession. www.theantiarchitect.com

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Episode 71: Denise Young of Turner Construction Company & Young BD Group 43:45

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Denise Young, a 22-year veteran in strategic partnerships and business development. As Business Development Manager at Turner Construction–an international construction services company that completes $17 billion in construction across 1,500 projects annually–Denise plays a key role in mentoring staff on best practices for business and professional development. Denise is also the President and Owner of Young BD Group (YBDG), which she founded in 2014. YBDG works to energize their clients’ business development activity to ensure a robust pipeline for new projects. Her expertise in relationship-building, networking, and long-term growth strategies makes this a must-listen for anyone in architecture, construction, or business development. https://www.turnerconstruc Turner Construction Company tion.com https://www.dyoungbdgroup.com https://theantiarchitect.com/ 0:09 – Introduction to the Anti-Architect Podcast and guest Denise Young. 1:03 – Overview of Denise Young’s career in business development and her role at Turner Construction. 2:42 – Christian discusses the importance of business development in architecture firms. 3:52 – Denise explains why business development professionals sometimes get a bad reputation. 5:20 – The impact of Mancini Duffy and Turner Construction’s collaboration. 6:46 – Business development as a long-term relationship-building process. 7:19 – The difference between sales and business development. 8:57 – Strategies for developing strong business relationships over time. 10:04 – The importance of community outreach in business development. 12:07 – Key principles for success in business development. 15:47 – Denise shares her three key pillars: pipeline, professional development, and community. 18:39 – How Denise balanced multiple clients as a consultant. 20:43 – The impact of COVID-19 on business development. 23:29 – What Denise finds unique about working with architects. 26:03 – How architects and contractors can work better together. 30:34 – Denise’s career journey from film production to business development. 37:19 – Turner Construction’s rapid growth in the Tampa market. 40:21 – Turner’s strong commitment to charitable giving and community engagement. 42:00 – The irreplaceable value of relationships in business development. 42:50 – Conclusion and closing remarks.…

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Episode 70: Michael Fox of Fox Building Group 56:50

24 days ago56:50

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Michael Fox, President of Fox Building Group. Michael began his career at The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company and launched his firm in 2021. Fox Building Group specializes in high-end, detail-driven commercial projects ranging from ground-up interiors to residential multifamily, condos, luxury townhouses, and 3M+ single-family homes. Michael’s team is in Tampa, Nashville, and South Florida. Known for its construction concierge approach, Fox Building Group delivers white-glove service on projects that redefine markets. https://www.foxbuilds.io/ https://theantiarchitect.com/ In this episode of The Anti-Architect Podcast , Host Christian Giordano sits down with Michael Fox, founder and president of Fox Building Group. Michael shares his transition from a successful career at Whiting-Turner to launching his own firm, bringing corporate-level project management processes to the residential and commercial construction sectors. The conversation covers industry challenges, collaboration between architects and contractors, and the importance of fostering a team-oriented approach in construction. Key Topics Discussed: 0:09 - Introduction to the Anti-Architect Podcast and welcoming Michael Fox. 1:09 - Michael Fox’s background and the founding of Fox Building Group. 3:07 - Transitioning from Whiting-Turner to entrepreneurship. 5:24 - Challenges of leaving a corporate career to start a business. 6:21 - Common frustrations between architects and contractors. 9:20 - Improving collaboration between architects and contractors. 15:12 - The importance of early contractor involvement in projects. 21:49 - Michael’s early life and experiences that shaped his career. 29:08 - Choosing Tampa as the headquarters for Fox Building Group. 34:53 - Strategies for winning business and scaling a construction firm. 37:44 - Applying corporate construction processes to residential projects. 48:37 - Impact of hurricanes on construction in Tampa and Florida. 53:09 - Christian shares what frustrates him about contractors. 56:02 - Final thoughts, future plans, and closing remarks.…

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Episode 69: Brian Tolman of Origin 57:40

6 weeks ago57:40

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Brian Tolman, Co-founder of Origin. Brian is an award-winning architect and designer of industry-defining places for work and play. Before co-founding Origin in 2021, Brian founded the award-winning Convene Design Group, where he led a team of over 40 designers, strategists, and architects. He spent the first 18 years of his career as a firm leader and managing principal at STUDIOS Architecture’s New York office, where he worked with high-profile brands like Bloomberg, Time, Inc., Coach, Tribune Media, Related, The Harlem Village Academy, and The Collegiate School for Boys. https://www.theoriginus.com/ https://theantiarchitect.com/…

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Episode 68: Kristina Reynolds of Fly-CSI 1:04:44

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Kristina Reynolds, Co-founder and Principal Consultant & Facilitator of Collective Social Intelligence (CSI), also known as Fly-CSI. With over 30 years of experience mentoring top global CEOs and partnering with leading brands like PepsiCo, McDonald's, and L’Oréal, Kristina combines her expertise as a behavioral psychologist and her background in advertising, marketing, and decision-making psychology to help organizations and leaders reach their full potential. Accredited in psychometric testing and a recent graduate of the MIT Neuroscience for Leadership program, Kristina is now relocating from Melbourne to New York, ready to bring her unique approach to a dynamic new market. https://fly-csi.com/ https://theantiarchitect.com/…

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Episode 67: Ryan Anderson of MillerKnoll 57:38

10 weeks ago57:38

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Ryan Anderson, Vice President of Global Research and Planning at MillerKnoll. His team leads MillerKnoll’s research, shares insights publicly across the world, and provides workplace strategy and application design services to the company’s customers. With 30 years of industry experience, Ryan’s work has centered on how the places we inhabit can be better designed to support healthy, inclusive, and productive communities. Ryan hosts MillerKnoll’s About Place Podcast on the future of the workplace and regularly speaks at public events about the company’s historical and current research. Ryan is a contributor to Forbes, and has been featured in a wide variety of additional publications, including The Wall Street Journal, NPR, the BBC, Fortune, and Bloomberg. https://www.millerknoll.com/ https://theantiarchitect.com/…

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Episode 66: Michael Leondi of Rockefeller Group 52:48

15 weeks ago52:48

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Michael Leondi, Vice President of Design & Construction at Rockefeller Group. With more than 25 years of experience in commercial real estate and construction, Mike is based in the company’s Morristown, New Jersey, office overseeing the development of projects in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Since 1928, Rockefeller Group has evolved from developing the iconic Rockefeller Center to creating innovative office, residential, industrial, and mixed-used projects nationwide. Currently, Mike manages design and construction teams working on approximately 8,000,000 square feet of active projects. His portfolio showcases diverse project types in many asset classes, including commercial and medical office, multi-family residential, hotel and hospitality, logistics centers, industrial warehousing and data centers. Mike was recently elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS). RockefellerGroup.com https://theantiarchitect.com/…

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Episode 65: Tom Shen of Shen Milsom & Wilke 54:59

19 weeks ago54:59

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Tom Shen, President and CEO of Shen Milsom & Wilke (SM&W), a leading global consulting firm specializing in IT, Audiovisual Systems, Security, Acoustics, and Medical Equipment Planning. With a career spanning over 30 years, Tom has shaped SM&W into one of the world's most respected and highly acclaimed consultancies. Tom’s leadership has guided the firm’s growth across diverse sectors, ensuring the firm remains adaptable to the evolving technological landscape and the volatility of the global economy. https://www.smwllc.com https://theantiarchitect.com…

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Episode 64: Mark Benhar of Benhar Office Interiors 57:08

23 weeks ago57:08

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Mark Benhar, Founder and President of Benhar Office Interiors, one of New York's largest dealerships for furniture and architectural products and a MillerKnoll Platinum Certified Office Furniture Dealer. Mark plays a key role in overseeing leadership and management across the company, engaging in sales, marketing, recruitment, and driving growth. Under his leadership, the management team has cultivated a strong organizational culture emphasizing employee well-being and core values. Benhar Office Interiors assists organizations in curating, procuring, and managing their office furniture and architectural solutions, with access to over 300 manufacturers' product lines. https://benharofficefurniture.com https://theantiarchitect.com…

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Episode 63: David Brown of DIRTT 59:44

27 weeks ago59:44

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In this episode, Christian sits down with David Brown, Head of Brand Experience at DIRTT, a global leader in industrialized construction. After decades of crisscrossing North America, David understands operations, manufacturing, and construction trends and has seen firsthand the importance the built environment plays in our lives. Using technology to streamline the process, David understands the benefits of multi-trade and prefab construction, including the ability to partner in preconstruction design, provide cost certainty, shrink construction schedules, and support future adaptability. https://www.dirtt.com https://theantiarchitect.com/…

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Episode 62: Robert Otani of Thornton Tomasetti 49:04

32 weeks ago49:04

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Robert Otani, CTO of Thornton Tomasetti, a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm. Robert has extensive structural design and project management experience involving commercial, infrastructure, institutional, cultural, and residential structures on projects totaling over $2 billion in construction. Robert established and oversees the CORE studio. His professional and academic interests focus on informed architecture relating to optimized structural typologies, high-performance structures, and structural sustainability. He served as President of the Structural Engineers Association of New York and has been an Adjunct Professor at Pratt Institute School of Architecture and Columbia Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation. https://www.thorntontomasetti.com https://theantiarchitect.com…

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Episode 61: Cyrus Izzo of Syska Hennessy Group 56:48

36 weeks ago56:48

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Cyrus Izzo, President and CEO of Syska Hennessy Group, a leading global engineering firm specializing in full-service MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning. Cyrus joined Syska in 1993 as an electrical engineer and, in 2023, became the firm's President and CEO. He has overseen a geographic expansion into Dubai and Shanghai, codified best practices, and established a collaborative and diverse management team to lead the firm's future growth. In 2005, Cyrus founded Syska's first global practice, Critical Facilities, which led to the firm's ranking by Engineering News-Record as one of the top three mission-critical engineering firms in the world. He also launched the subsidiary Syska Innovations, LLC, and facilitated the founding of AEC Angels, a venture fund covering seed through Series B+ investments. Cyrus serves on the boards of New York Building Congress and 7×24 Exchange International. https://syska.com https://theantiarchitect.com…

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Episode 60: Julie Engh of Watershed Partners 46:24

40 weeks ago46:24

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Julie Engh, Assoc. AIA, LEED AP, Project Manager at Watershed Partners, an employee-owned and managed project management firm specializing in retail, hospitality, institutional, healthcare, and residential projects. After almost 20 years leading design and construction through all project phases, Julie's expertise bridges architectural history, construction management, and architectural design. She is passionate about adaptively reusing historic buildings. Six years ago, she began providing owner’s representative services, leading projects for mission-driven organizations in the Hudson Valley and New York City. As a founding member and then co-chair of the AIANY Architecture Tour Committee, Julie co-developed the AIANY boat and walking tour programs and guided a variety of tours across both platforms. She served on the New York State Board of Directors representing Associate Members and was honored with the AIA National and AIA New York State Associate Awards, and the AIANY Harry B. Rutkins Award. https://watershedpartners.com https://theantiarchitect.com…

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Episode 59: Joseph Dennis of Arup Americas 57:35

44 weeks ago57:35

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Joseph Dennis, Principal/General Counsel and Ethics Officer of Arup Americas. Arup Americas is part of Arup Group, one of the world’s largest engineering firms with over 18,000 employees worldwide and a multi-disciplinary practice. He oversees an eleven-person legal team with a portfolio of responsibilities that includes the firm’s contracts, disputes, intellectual property, corporate affairs, and risk management. Joseph negotiates contracts for significant projects and deals, but his primary focus is developing strategies for large and complex disputes. He is an active committee member and former chairman of the legal counsel forum to the American Counsel of Engineering Companies, as well as a Board Member to both the NY AIA/ACEC Contracts Committee and the NY AIA/ACEC Risk Management Committee, and has served probono General Counsel to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. Before joining Arup Americas, he served as the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary to Syska Hennessy Group. Joseph graduated from Emory University and Hofstra School of Law. https://www.arup.com/offices/united-states-of-america https://theantiarchitect.com…

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Episode 58: Michael Abboud of TetherView 50:54

49 weeks ago50:54

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Michael Abboud, CEO of TetherView. With over 20 years of experience in the field of IT, Michael has built a reputation for his deep technical expertise and his unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. TetherView is a leading IT solutions company based in Oceanport, New Jersey, and has become one of the most trusted names in the industry to companies across a wide range of sectors. Michael is passionate about leveraging the latest technologies to help businesses stay ahead of the curve and achieve their goals more efficiently. Michael holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from St. John’s University and is actively involved in mentoring graduate students at Columbia University, as well as a frequent expert speaker at cyber security conferences where he shares his insights on the latest trends and best practices in the industry. Michael is also developing The RiverWalk Center located at the historic Fort Monmouth in Oceanport, NJ - the epicenter of Mancini's expanding work at the Jersey Shore. https://tetherview.com https://theantiarchitect.com…

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Episode 57: Lise Bornstein of KFA Architecture 52:20

1 year ago52:20

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In this episode, Christian sits down with Lise Bornstein, AIA, Partner at KFA Architecture. Lise has devoted her architectural design career to creating spaces and opportunities where people and communities thrive. She is responsible for business development, project conceptualization and design, as well as office operations and culture. She has managed projects and campus master plans with complex entitlement packages, multiple funding sources and significant community outreach while working collaboratively with clients, consultants, contractors, and in-house teams. She was previously President of the Association for Women in Architecture Foundation. She is committed to the advancement of people and the profession. https://kfalosangeles.com https://theantiarchitect.com…

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