In this episode, James and Christian are joined by Daniel Loney, Principal at Excelsior Measuring, to discuss the labor gap, generational differences and current culture in the workplace.  Daniel Loney, a financial advisor by trade, shares his experience managing different age groups and working in construction and his family's foster care background, which led him to work with young adults. The conversation covers various topics, from construction and culture to family and financial planning. They discuss the importance of collaboration and finding one's strengths, as well as the cultur ..read more

In this episode, James and Christian are joined by Donna Grant, President of the Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA). Their wide-ranging conversation highlights everything from education around small business ownership and the financial upside of a career in construction to supporting individuals in the trades who struggle with traditional learning methods, something that could be applied to many forms of secondary education, to challenges around mental health and the need for increased representation of the right people, both women and men, in the field. Donna shares a specifi ..read more

In this episode, James and Christian are joined by Curt Janzen, Co-Owner & CEO of Beyond Group, to discuss building high-performing teams. Curt shares his background story growing up in a construction family, his experience working for a home builder and how he and his brother-in-law started Beyond Group. They discuss the importance of culture in building a high-performing team and the values that guide their work. They also discuss the characteristics of high-performing people and how to identify them in the recruitment process. They talk about the importance of having high-performing peo ..read more

In this episode, James and Christian are joined by Curt Janzen, Co-Owner & CEO of Beyond Group, to discuss building high-performing teams. Curt shares his background story growing up in a construction family, his experience working for a home builder and how he and his brother-in-law started Beyond Group. They discuss the importance of culture in building a high-performing team and the values that guide their work. They also discuss the characteristics of high-performing people and how to identify them in the recruitment process. They talk about the importance of having high-performing peo ..read more

In this episode, James and Christian are joined by Joshua Gaglardi, the Founder & President of Orion Construction. In just four years, Orion has grown from a team of 4 to over 40 and was recently recognized as the fastest-growing company in Canada. The trio covers a wide range of topics, beginning with Josh's involvement in bringing a new Junior B hockey team to Port Coquitlam. They go on to discuss his background in construction, including his experience as an electrical apprentice and his time at UBC studying economics. Josh then explains that timing, a unique service offering, and the ..read more

Day 2 Episode 2 | In this episode, live from the tradeshow floor at Buildex 2023, James and Christian are joined by David (Dave) Bouwman, from Midland Appliance.  The trio begins their conversation by touching on Dave’s successful music career as a member of the pop sensation Soul Decision. They then turn the discussion to the delivery of high-end appliances to custom homes and multi-family projects where Dave has nearly 20 years of experience in the industry. They discuss the challenges of installing luxury appliances and ensuring they work efficiently to meet client expectations. Addit ..read more

Day 2 Episode 3 | In this episode, live from the tradeshow floor at Buildex 2023, James and Christian are joined by Russell Hixson from SiteNews.  They quickly jump into the fascinating world of AI and machine learning in construction, particularly as it relates to robotics applications. They discuss the latest advancements in this field, including how critical contract and documentation reviews could be streamlined through the use of these technologies. They also explore how AI can aid in the future designs of buildings and drawing coordination, making construction processes more effici ..read more

Day 2 Episode 4 | In this episode, live from the tradeshow floor at Buildex 2023, James, Christian and Andrew are joined by Sanjeev Dhillon from the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association. They explore the importance of building a strong professional network in the construction industry, and how leveraging LinkedIn can help strengthen that network and deliver results for your business and personal brand. Their guest, Sanjeev Dhillon, a construction networking legend, shares his insights and experiences on the topic, discussing his unique approach to construction marketing and netw ..read more

Day 1 Episode 6 | In this episode, live from the tradeshow floor at Buildex 2023, James and Christian are joined by Carrie Hunter from Sensera Systems.  They discuss utilizing jobsite cameras for data collection, compliance, and project management in construction. Carrie explains how cameras can help contractors improve safety, project management, and collaboration while staying compliant with regulations and managing risk more effectively. Additionally, Carrie delves into the value of analyzing data captured by jobsite cameras to gain insights into project performance, resource allocati ..read more

Day 1 Episode 5 | In this episode, live from the tradeshow floor at Buildex 2023, James and Christian are joined by Enoque Panzo from Kiese Technologies.  They discuss effective business development strategies for winning better work in the construction industry. They draw on their experience to offer practical tips for contractors looking to grow their business and improve their bottom line. Topics include developing relationships with key stakeholders, leveraging technology to stay ahead of the competition, and improving historical project data tracking to make informed future decision ..read more