On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are sitting down with Danielle and Michael Gutelli, co-founders of Clark + Aldine , an award-winning design build company in Plymouth Michigan. Their team specializes in residential remodeling, interior design and space planning. Tune in to the full episode to hear about the value of using tech to manage financials and why you shouldn’t feel bad for charging what your work is worth. Learn more about Clark + Aldine on their website: https:/...
May 02, 2024•44 min•Ep. 221
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are joined by Katie Kath, partner and interior designer at Jkath Design Build + Reinvent . Katie and her husband Jesse run the business as a team, and share a love for historic homes in the Twin Cities. They specialize in making older homes functional for modern life while honoring each home’s unique details. Listen to the full episode to hear more about current trends, timeless design and how to find a balance between the two while managing homeown...
Apr 25, 2024•31 min•Ep. 218
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are sitting down with Nikolas Scoolis, manager of economic research, at Zonda. Nikolas works with the research team at Zonda to put together analysis and insights for both private and large public home builders and track economic and housing trends. Tune in the full episode to hear more about how to the economic climate is evolving and how to navigate higher interest rates. Check out more Zonda’s economic research: https://zondahome.com/ R...
Apr 18, 2024•25 min•Ep. 216
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with returning guests Maranda Adams and Ashley Kuhn, co-founders of Blair Freeman. This dynamic duo runs their business with a “people first, project second” approach, which means they focus on transparency and make the process of building, buying and selling clear for everyone involved. Tune in to the full episode to hear their view on the labor shortage and how they’re working to combat the crisis. Learn more about Blair Freeman: http...
Apr 11, 2024•34 min•Ep. 215
Episode 214: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are sitting down with Jon Walker, chief technology officer here at Buildertrend. Jon has an impressive background with more than 30 years of proven experience in technology leadership roles. Today, he works directly with our Product Engineering team to optimize the platform and provide the best customer experience. Listen to the full episode to hear more about how cost-plus builders will be supported through updated workflows....
Apr 04, 2024•37 min•Ep. 214
Episode 213: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with husband-and-wife team, Chris and Yvonne Johnson, owners of Reclaimed Karma, a boutique design + build firm based out of Marietta, Georgia. After diving headfirst into renovating their own home, they discovered a true passion for helping others do the same. Listen to the full episode to learn how to open yourself up to opportunity and how to manage it all during the busiest time of year. Read the shownotes for this epis...
Mar 28, 2024•34 min•Ep. 213
Episode 212: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are sitting down with Mark Williams, founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes and host of “The Curious Builder” podcast. Mark’s home-building experience has been fueled by his endless curiosity and ability to adapt, learn and grow for nearly two decades. Tune in to the full episode to hear more about why company leaders should be more curious and know when to let others take the lead. Get your free pass to this year’s Internat...
Mar 21, 2024•32 min•Ep. 210
Episode 211: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with returning guest and friend, Russ Stephens, business strategy specialist and co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders in Australia. The APB, established in 2014, helps custom home builders generate more leads, more sales and increase margins while improving the building experience for their clients. Listen to the full episode to hear about the most notable insights that emerged from the 2024 Stat...
Mar 14, 2024•34 min•Ep. 212
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and returning guest host, Courtney Mattern, are sitting down with Alyssa Sinclair, senior manager of customer success at CBUSA. Alyssa was hired as the 10th employee of CBUSA and has been at the company for over seven years. She now has a depth of knowledge about material purchasing and how to prioritize relationships with suppliers. Tune in to the full episode to hear more about how builders can establish and maintain good relationships with material...
Mar 07, 2024•34 min•Ep. 208
Episode 209: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are joined by Terry Paterson, president and CEO of Paterson Project Management, Inc. Terry, originally from Cape Town, South Africa built his first couple houses at the age of 20. After moving to the U.S. at 23, he got involved with the development of a small luxury hotel, which eventually led him to starting his own company. Listen to the full episode to hear more about the behind-the-scenes planning and processes required to bring a 4...
Feb 29, 2024•36 min•Ep. 211
Episode 208: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and returning guest host, Courtney Mattern, are joined by Brad Leavitt, president of AFT Construction in Scottsdale, Arizona. Brad is an award-winning builder who’s used Buildertrend since 2017. He and his team have a modern approach when it comes to business, and they build homes that are nothing short of incredible. Tune in to the full episode to hear more insights about profitability and get a sneak peek of what you can expect from Bra...
Feb 22, 2024•31 min•Ep. 207
Episode 207: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are together again chatting with industry leader Nick Schiffer, owner of NS Builders, Materia Millwork and Motif Media. Nick has been building a highly skilled and creative team who shares his enthusiasm for building luxury custom homes since 2014. Having a diverse team of collaborators and experts allows him to offer a full-service building experience. Tune in to the full episode to hear more about how the real secret to hiring and kee...
Feb 15, 2024•33 min•Ep. 209
Episode 206: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and returning guest host, Courtney Mattern, are speaking with Seif El-Sahly, director at Newfore Construction and Renovations in Ontario, Canada. Seif got started in the industry through buying and renovating rental properties after studying engineering in college. In just three years, his team at Newfore have completed over 150 projects. Tune in to the full episode to hear more about why tiny homes are a great business opportunity at ...
Feb 08, 2024•28 min•Ep. 206
Episode 205: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and returning guest host, Courtney Mattern, are joined by Susanne Mariga, a certified public accountant and certified tax coach specializing in personal and business tax planning. Over the past two decades, Susanne has worked for Big 4 accounting firms, and today, she has her own firm where she helps thousands of clients achieve their business goals. Tune in to the full episode to hear more about easy-to-implement methods for increasin...
Feb 01, 2024•34 min•Ep. 205
Episode 204: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are talking to Sean Gallagher, founder and president of Jasper Buildersin Mooresville, North Carolina. Sean has been working in construction pretty much his whole life – riding along with his stepdad to work on job sites in the summer and deliver lumber. Today, he has more than 30 years of experience forging strong relationships with both clients and industry professionals in his area. Listen to the full episode to hear more about how s...
Dec 21, 2023•33 min•Ep. 204
Episode 203: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with Sam DeMaio, owner of Showcase Remodels in Turnersville, NJ. The Showcase Remodels team specializes in home additions and renovations – working with their clients to turn their living spaces and homes into works of art. Listen to the full episode to hear more about how Sam uses strategic planning with the help of Buildertrend’s construction project management software to grow his business. Join “The Building C...
Dec 14, 2023•32 min•Ep. 203
Episode 202: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are joined in studio by Kyler Goodwin, senior construction supervisor, and Drew Lier, construction director, at Habitat for Humanity of Omaha . Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit organization that helps people in communities around the world achieve homeownership through building, renovating or mortgage preparedness. Kyler and Drew are passionate about giving back to the Omaha community and have both been with Habitat for eight years. ...
Dec 07, 2023•24 min•Ep. 202
Episode 201: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are sitting down in studio with Cathern Strief, former Buildertrend employee and current content manager at NS Builders. After six and a half years on the corporate marketing side of things, Cathern jumped at the opportunity to head up social media and content strategy for construction industry leader, Nick Schiffer. Tune in to the full episode to hear more about how content marketing can help your construction business and wh...
Nov 30, 2023•29 min•Ep. 198
Episode 200: On the 200th episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are joined by Heather Thoming, director of marketing, and Stefan Carlson, project manager, from Carlson Projects Inc. in Lincoln, Nebraska. Their team works hard to create cohesive and harmonious spaces that enhance each home’s overall look and feel. Tune in to the full episode to hear about the power of branding in your construction business and how it impacts qualified leads and the overall client experience. Join “The ...
Nov 16, 2023•33 min•Ep. 201
Episode 199: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with Brad Robinson, president of Bradford Custom Homes & Remodeling in Acworth, Georgia. Brad and his team have over 10 years of experience building and designing in diverse locations with a proven track record of success. Tune in to the full episode to hear about how Brad goes about onboarding his crew with Buildertrend and sets standards for processes within the platform. Join “The Building Code” Facebook group: https...
Nov 09, 2023•32 min•Ep. 197
Episode 198: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with a couple guests from Down Under. Founders of Aspire Projects , Jordan Bowles and Scotty Braithwaite, share about their Australia-based consulting company, the services they offer and their new partnership with Buildertrend. Tune in to the full episode to hear about how Aspire Projects is working to help Australian builders improve their businesses and perform at the highest level with tech. Join “The Building Code” Fac...
Nov 02, 2023•36 min•Ep. 200
Episode 197: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are joined by TwiLea Fletcher, business development manager at Stonebrook Exterior . She has 20 years of experience in various industries with expertise in CRM implementation, data analysis, project management and customer account relationships. Tune in to the full episode to hear why she believes in the value of creating relationships in construction and hearabout her experience at Builderbond, a new community-driven event hosted by Bu...
Oct 26, 2023•27 min•Ep. 199
Episode 196: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are sitting down with Dan Green and Matt Simpson, co-owners of Amazing Outdoors in Purcellville, Virginia. Their award-winning landscape designers can bring any client’s backyard dreams to life with their design, build, landscape and masonry options. Listen to the full episode to hear more about how these outdoor contractors handled fast company growth through CRM software and change management processes. Join “The Building Co...
Oct 19, 2023•36 min•Ep. 195
Episode 195: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and guest host Courtney Mattern, director of brand and content marketing, are chatting with Victor Lebegue, CEO at VL Builders in Columbia Heights, Minnesota. Tune in to the full episode to hear about how this young entrepreneur and his goals for changing the construction industry for the better. And learn how managing two companies in two different states is possible with the help of project management software. Join “The Building Code” Facebook g...
Oct 12, 2023•33 min•Ep. 196
Episode 194: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach is sitting down in studio with the husband-and-wife duo from the local Omaha company Sierra Homes . Matt Kronaizl, owner and builder, heads up the construction side of things while his wife, Tamarah, leads interior design and sales. Their team is dedicated to making clients’ dreams a reality when it comes to their perfect home. Matt and Tamarah work closely with homeowners to ensure all their needs are met from beginning to end. Listen to...
Oct 05, 2023•24 min•Ep. 194
Episode 193: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are back together to chat with Melissa Hryszko, designer and co-owner of Veranda Homes in the Canadian city of Calgary. Melissa is an acclaimed designer, leading Veranda Homes alongside her husband, Rob. With over two decades of expertise, they’ve established themselves as trailblazers in Calgary's home building industry. Her commitment to precision and attention to detail brings uniqueness to each home and defines the Veranda brand. Li...
Sep 28, 2023•37 min•Ep. 193
Episode 192: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and guest host Courtney Mattern, director of brand and content marketing, are sitting down with Adam Copenhaver, returning guest and co-founder of CopeGrand Homes in Charleston, South Carolina. After growing up around construction and taking separate education paths, Adam and his twin brother Ben achieved their goal and founded the company together in 2015. Since then, they’ve continued to grow and see success year over year. Listen to th...
Sep 14, 2023•43 min•Ep. 192
Episode 191: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and guest host Courtney Mattern, director of brand and content marketing, are talking all about how to manage operational chaos with Todd Dawalt, founder of Construction Leading Edge. Todd has 26 years of experience in the construction industry and knows what it takes to own a business and manage $300 million worth of projects. Listen to the full episode to hear more about how to run an effective business while maintaining personal freedom. Join “T...
Sep 07, 2023•36 min•Ep. 191
Episode 190: On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and guest host Courtney Mattern, director of brand and content marketing, are sitting down with Eduardo Muniz, owner of Boston Best Construction in Wakefield, Massachusetts. Eduardo is a Brazilian immigrant who came to the United States 20 years ago with $100 in his pocket – and today, he’s his own boss, managing six different companies. Listen to the full episode to hear more about his story and how his drive to overcome challenges ha...
Aug 31, 2023•28 min•Ep. 190
Episode 189: Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are sitting down with Amanda Geer, office administrator at Popularis Construction in Medway, Massachusetts. She started at the company three years ago and has played a huge role in implementing Buildertrend’s newest financial features. Listen to the full episode to hear more about how the new Cost Inbox feature has enhanced their financial processes and receipt management. Join “The Building Code” Facebook group: https://www.facebook.co...
Aug 24, 2023•31 min•Ep. 189
