From a Chance Encounter in a Convertible to VP of Real Estate Development with Josh Tracy Josh Tracy – VP of Real Estate Development at Ryan Companies US, Inc. shared an insightful perspective of what it’s like to be a national general contractor/developer. Josh attended ASU and was Ryan Companies’ first direct hire out of an undergrad program to be on their development team. At Ryan Companies, we believe the value of the buildings we design, develop, finance, manage and construct is about more ...
Aug 18, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Enhancing The Ability of Businesses From Every Sector of The Subcontracting Community w. Josh Umar Josh Umar, Executive Director, of American Subcontractors Association of Arizona joined us for an informative session about ASA and the benefits they offer for members and non-members alike. Josh is all about engagement and ASA embodies his leadership. Stick around to the end and listen to the cool experiences of falconry (one of Josh’s main hobbies). ASA of Arizona is a nonprofit association with ...
Aug 10, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Mermaids in the Pool with Samantha Pinkal from GPEC Samantha Pinkal from GPEC joined us for an unbelievably informative session on economic development. It was so interesting to listen to her describe how collaborative GPEC is with the various municipalities and agencies to attract and retain businesses and market sectors for the sustained growth of the greater Phoenix area. We encourage you to especially listen towards the end of the episode about “the mermaids in the pool” story; it epitomizes...
Aug 03, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Liens and Preliens and Laughs Oh My with Amy Houk Robert and J.J. meet up with Amy Houk, Chief Marketing/Product Officer with Prelien Pro Technologies to discuss all things liens and preliens. Amy is the authority and shares her wealth of knowledge with the guys, and shares the why behind Prelien Pro Technologies and the development of software for the world of construction. If you are a general contractor, subcontractor, or supplier this episode is a must have as a reference to often misunderst...
Jul 27, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Blockchain & Digital Design with Tim Dufault of CONCERT In this episode Robert and J.J. discuss with Tim Dufault, Co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer with CONCERT, how design and construction can utilize Blockchain to facilitate digital delivery and authentication of construction documents. He believes that real collaboration will only happen when each member of the team can understand and control how what they create is used. Anyone that works within the built environment will “geek out” o...
Jul 19, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Insurance Conscious Capitalism with Casey Kendel Casey Kendel – Prosperity North Advisors. Casey offers a full-service insurance brokerage but specializes in small businesses and additionally hosts “Casey’s Corner”. On his program he highlights and promotes many small business owners and their visions of growth and importance in their own communities. Conscious Capitalism is at the forefront of everything Casey is involved with. Prosperity North Advisors was founded in 2015 with one mission: To ...
Jul 12, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Career Readiness & Literacy with Junior Achievement Junior Achievement of Arizona is a non-profit organization equipping Arizona students to succeed in work and life by giving them the knowledge and skills to plan for their future and make smart academic, career, and financial choices. JA Alumni are more likely to further their education, feel confident managing money, have career success, and be more participative in their communities. Sims Business Systems is a family owned 43 year old loc...
Jun 17, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Advocating For Cities Of All Sizes To Be Safe, Livable, and Inviting with Charles Marohn Charles Marohn, known as “Chuck” to friends and colleagues, is the founder and president of Strong Towns. He is a land use planner and (retired) professional engineer with decades of experience. He holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a Master of Urban and Regional Planning, both from the University of Minnesota. Strong Towns is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit media advocacy organization. They produce co...
Jun 08, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 6
The Mentor & The Protege with Brad Leavitt, of AFT Construction & Rod Cullum Founder Cullum Homes Luxury Home Building with Two Arizona Legends – The Mentor and the Protege – Rod Cullum and Brad Leavitt E5 Robert and JJ's guests Rod Cullum, a Founder and Principal at Cullum Homes, and Brad Leavitt, Founder and Principal at A Finer Touch Construction are both Luxury Home Builders in Scottsdale Arizona. Mac and Bleu is the hot new podcast dedicated to all things related to building Arizona...
May 20, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Architecture: Present and Future with Lance Baker of Synectic Design Inc. Lance Baker, Principal at Synectic Design, Inc. joined us on MAC & Bleu today. Lance is an accomplished architect that has been in the Valley since 1996 and has owned his own shop for 23 years. Lance brought an infectious energy about adapting technology and fostering collaboration into the AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction) industry. Lance discussed how REVIT and BIM (modeling) are the new normal and ho...
May 10, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 4
You Belong Here: Glendale, Arizona – From Super Bowls to Exploding Development and Growth This week Robert and JJ’s guests were City of Glendale Arizona’s Mayor Jerry Weiers and Assistant Director of Economic Development, Jessi Pederson. From Mayor Weiers refreshing honesty to Jessi’s knowledgeable insight, we couldn’t have had a better discussion. The City of Glendale is a vibrant and welcoming metropolitan city with extraordinary opportunities for everyone to prosper, connect, and experience a...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Bringing the Strength of Women to the World of Construction with Dawn Rogers and Tuyet Jacobson Robert and JJ’s guests, Dawn Rogers(Executive Director) with Arizona Masonry Council and Tuyet Jacobson(Sr. Project Manager) with McCarthy Building Companies, discussed the many benefits of women in the AEC arenas. We learn what brought these ladies into their prospective positions and the importance of women “telling their story better” to encourage others. Experiencing the passion that Dawn and Tuye...
Apr 11, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 2
City of Maricopa: Economic Development Done Right with Nathan Steele City of Maricopa – Economic Development Done Correctly. Robert and JJ met with Nathan Steele (Chief Economic Development Officer) of the City of Maricopa to discuss "all things" development related in the City of Maricopa. Nathan enlightened everyone with the tremendous growth in Maricopa and went on to elaborate. Mac and Bleu is the hot new podcast dedicated to all things related to building Arizona. Topics discussed range fro...
Mar 21, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 1
