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What it takes to be a union political director Chris Martin
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The future of architecture Chris Martin
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Benefits of a strong company culture Chris Martin
Tori Shriver, political director for the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EAS Carpenters) joins Chris and Jon to discuss a day in the life of a union political director. Shriver discusses her role in promoting and educating legislators and the public on policies that affect the EAS Carpenter […]
As the former international president of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and a current adjunct professor of architecture at Carnegie Mellon University, William Bates joined the Building PA Podcast to discuss the future of architecture. Before we discuss the future, Bates shared insight into his tenure with the AIA […]
Join the Building PA Podcast to listen to Kevin Trout share his insights into the benefits a strong culture will have on your company. Kevin joins us as a former owner and CEO of a medical supply company and current Vistage chair and facilitator for CEO groups. In the discussion, […]
Customer service is a part of our everyday lives, said DJ Craven of The Gildea Group. During this episode on the impact customer service has on project outcomes, Craven shares his approach and explains a new approach to relationships now known as the Craven V. In addition, you will hear how […]
The Laborers may be one of the largest building trades unions in the country and we had the pleasure of speaking with Eric Remetta, Training Director, Laborers District Council of Eastern PA to learn more. In our conversation, Eric shares the requirements of becoming a Laborer including the time needed […]
Listen as Nick Vuono, a Steamfitter apprentice shares his personal insight into what it means to be a Steamfitter at Local 449.
Listen in as Jon O’Brien and Chris Martin share insight on the upcoming issue of the Keystone Contractor Magazine. The latest issue will focus on the importance of culture and how a structured program to establish improved morale, focus, and vision will benefit your company. Additionally, the magazine staff has created […]
According to Bob Dresser of Strategic Executive Consulting, workface planning creates opportunities for work schedules for a one-week period. This includes preparing all tools, materials, and drawings for that timeframe. In our conversation, you can hear Bob share how this element of project planning improves work retention and decreases talent […]
Do you know what it takes to be an apprentice Steamfitter? Listen in as Tom Doran, apprenticeship coordinator for Steamfitters Local 449 joins Chris and Jon to discuss the program and the requirements. Tom shares that each apprentice comes out of the program with certifications that ensure each person is […]
