Episodes
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Nov. 23, 2022
How To Build Winning Partnerships
On today’s episode, BJ interviewed 3 individuals in the AEC space, Jilian Breeden, Principal/Pres of Engage Federal. Stephanie Heibel, BD at RFL & April Sweet, BD at OCMI. The four discuss the most important pieces of finding, building and maintaining
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Nov. 18, 2022
Something More - A servant leader's journey from enlisted coast guardsman to electrical tradesman to executive of the largest entertainment facilities in the world.
On this week’s Veteran’s Day special, BJ talks with Adam Straight, Vice President of Operations at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Adam discusses his career in the Coast Guard, his transition to becoming an electrical tradesman, and how hi
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Nov. 16, 2022
Costly Mistakes Can Grow Great Leaders with Wally Hise, HDR
On today’s episode, BJ talks with Wally Hise, Sr. Vice President at HDR. Wally discusses his passion for working on Federal projects, lessons learned from leaders he’s worked with, and what mistakes early in his career led him to finding what he loves to
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Nov. 11, 2022
What does Engineering have to do with the Veteran Patient Experience with Anthony Streletz, US Department of Veteran's Affairs
On today’s Veteran’s Day special episode, BJ sits down with Anthony Streletz, P.E. CHFM, CHC Chief Engineer. Anthony dives into his time in the military, how he transitioned into working for the VA, and the leadership challenges and strengths he develops
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Nov. 9, 2022
Starting, Struggling, Scaling, And Succession Planning for Your Business With Judy Nitsch, Founder of Nitsch Engineering
On today’s episode, BJ sits down with Judy Nitsch, Founder of Nitsch Engineering. Judy explores her expansive career, her journey to engineering as a young woman, the founding story of Nitsch Engineering, and what she learned as a leader with a focus on s
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Nov. 4, 2022
Leveraging your Network to Transition into the AEC Industry
On today’s episode, BJ sits down with another MCFA employee, Tom Kraemer, Project/Construction Manager at MCFA. Tom talks about his journey to MCFA, his time at The United States Coast Guard Academy, and when he knew he needed to hone in and go back to sc
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Nov. 2, 2022
Why Being A Good Client Is Smart Business In The A/E/C Industry with Dave Skuodas, Mile High Flood District
On today’s episode, BJ sits down with Dave Skuodas at Mile High Flood District. Dave talks about his journey to writing his book, “The Effective Client: Why Being a Good Client is Smart Business in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Industrie
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Oct. 26, 2022
Growing Your Soft Skills for a Successful Career with Anthony Fasano P.E. at Engineering Management Institute
On today’s episode, BJ talks with Anthony Fasano, author of “Engineer Your Own Success” and founder of The Engineering Management Institute. Anthony discusses the day to day job and mission of The Engineering Management Institute, and the content machine
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Oct. 19, 2022
Optimizing Partnerships & Teams to Develop Solutions as a Seller/Doer with Ed Chamberlayne, Vice President of Federal Programs at PRIME AE Group, Inc
On today’s episode, BJ sits down with Ed Chamberlayne, Vice President of Federal Programs. Ed discusses his journey to becoming an engineer, his military experience, and how transitioning out of the military gave him perspective he still brings to the wor
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Oct. 12, 2022
Leadership By Example In Action with Jim Beck, Senior Program Manager at Allegheny Health Network
On today’s episode, BJ sits down with Jim Beck, Senior Program Manager at Allegheny Health Network and recently retired from the US Army Reserves. Jim breaks down his motivation to enter the construction industry, how he transitioned from the military, and the leadership lessons he learned along the way. Resources mentioned: “Finding the Space to Lead: A Practical Guide to Mindful Leadership” by Janice Marturano: https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Space-Lead-Practical-Leadership/dp/1620402491 Wim ...
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Oct. 5, 2022
Growing up in the Transportation Engineering Industry with Ryan Spearing Transportation Practice Developer at MCFA
On today’s episode, BJ sits down with one of MCFA’s own, Ryan Spearing, Transportation & Infrastructure Practice Developer. Ryan talks about his reason behind entering the AEC industry, the unique skill set blending the two areas MCFA excels in.
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Sept. 28, 2022
Is pull planning a solution to better project outcomes with Mike Stauss, Project Director at Clayco
On today’s episode, BJ talks with Mike Stauss, Project Director at Clayco. Mike breaks down his 17 year career at Clayco, his journey to Project Director, and the educational platforms he has engaged with. Further, Mike breaks down the pull planning model
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Sept. 21, 2022
Inspiring Places: Richmond, Virginia with Tim Klabunde
On today’s episode, BJ sits down with podcast returnee, Tim Klabunde, Director of Marketing and Principal of Timmons Group. Tim talks about his themed family vacations, his love for, and the rich history of his current city of Richmond, VA. Tim discusses
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Sept. 14, 2022
Who not How: Empowering others to Help Grow your Company
On today’s solo episode, BJ answers the question; as President of MCFA, how do you keep a firm grip on running the company, while letting it operate with an open palm? BJ explores this question, the many obstacles that arise, and provides resources alon
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Sept. 7, 2022
Mission and Meaning: BJ’s writing a book
On today’s solo episode, BJ reveals his next big project; writing a book. He lays out the goals he has set for himself, the many setbacks in the early stages, and what he hopes readers will learn from it!
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Aug. 31, 2022
Start and Sustain a Successful Career in the AEC Industry
On today’s solo episode, BJ answers burning questions from the MCFA team and our listeners! He explores how to set yourself up for success in the AEC industry, how to maintain that success, and the risks that come with both opportunity and growth.
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Aug. 24, 2022
Understanding the Infrastructure of Education with Luis Vildostegui, Senior Principal and Education Sector Leader at Stantec
On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Luis Vildostegui, Senior Principal and Education Sector Leader at Stantec. Luis elaborates on the many turns his career has taken, the global locations he’s impacted, and how effective communication and collabor
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Aug. 17, 2022
How to Connect with the Community You’re Serving with John Burke, Economic Vibrancy Manager for the City of Westminster, and Author of “RFP - Request For Personality, Win People, Win Projects.”
On today’s episode, BJ talks with John Burke, Economic Vibrancy Manager for the City of Westminster, and author of “RFP - Request For Personality, Win People, Win Projects.” John breaks down his journey to engineering, the importance of being able to eff
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Aug. 10, 2022
How To Get More Sellers Selling with Jim Rogers, Co-Creator of Seller-Doer Academy and President of Unbridled Revenue, Inc.
On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Jim Rogers, Co-Creator of Seller-Doer Academy and President of Unbridled Revenue, Inc. Jim is also the author of “Becoming a Seller-Doer: Succeed at Business Development and Take Command of Your Career”, where he
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Aug. 3, 2022
Diversity, Inclusion, and the Mastery of Execution with Dan Lester Sr., Director of Field Diversity, Inclusion, and Culture at Clayco
On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Dan Lester Sr., Director of Field Diversity, Inclusion, and Culture at Clayco. Dan breaks down what diversity and inclusion mean in the workforce, how inclusion brings a unique perspective to any organization, and
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July 27, 2022
The Value of Personal Expertise with Vince Campisi
On this episode of Inspiring People and Places, BJ sits down with Vince Campisi. Vince has over 50 years of experience in the management, design, inspection and rehabilitation of highways, railroads, and various types of bridges and buildings. Vince explo
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July 20, 2022
Making a Big Impact by Applying Expertise and Focusing on Communication to Protect Contract Fairness with Brian Perlberg
On this week’s episode BJ sits down with Brian Perlberg, Executive Director & Senior Counsel for ConsensusDocs, a coalition of 40 leading construction organizations. Brian is the only construction attorney in the United States certified as a CM-Lean f
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July 13, 2022
Falling in Love with Solving Problems for the World with Nivi Sharma, CEO of Bridges to Prosperity
On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Nivi Sharma, CEO of Bridges to Prosperity. Nivi explores her winding career, the journey from creating free Wi-Fi resources, digitizing he Kenyan Primary School curriculum content for revision and literacy, and no
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July 6, 2022
Transitioning 30+ Years of Military Service into an Elevated Leadership Philosophy with Maj. Gen. Todd McCaffrey
On this week’s episode, BJ interviews Maj. Gen. Todd McCaffrey. While Todd’s expertise is outside of the SEC industry, he dives deep into how his over 30 years of military service guides his leadership philosophy, and how he transitioned into president of