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Specified: Building Materials & Construction Growth Podcast
by Tatsuya Nakagawa
Welcome to the Specified Growth Podcast, hosted by Tats Nakagawa, CEO of Castagra Products. Each week, Tats talks to leaders and experts about how to overcome adversity, grow massive organizations, and how to create meaningful change in the building materials and construction industry. Check out YouTube.com/tatstalks for more!
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S3. Ep. 15: Focusing On Your Customers (With Armen Alajian)
Armen Alajian is the CEO of ARTO. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Armen talks about his career background, the history of ARTO, and some of the changes they’ve made through over the years. He also discusses the importance of customer service and going above and beyond, having a growth mindset, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep.14: Using Data To Provide Solutions (With Peyvand Melati)
Peyvand Melati is the CEO at QEA Tech. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Peyvand talks about his diverse entrepreneurial background and some of the things he’s learned throughout his career. He also discusses starting QEA Tech and how they’re using data to provide solutions for building owners, his advice for future entrepreneurs looking to bring a start-up to market, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 13: Making A Positive Impact In Construction (With Brandon Smith)
Brandon Smith is the Co-Founder of New Vision Projects. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Brandon talks about his background in construction and entrepreneurship, and his goal to make a meaningful impact in the industry. He also discusses having confidence and a defined plan for your vision, using partnerships and affiliates in your marketing, the power of having a positive mindset, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 12: Advancing Safety In Construction (With Cory Sherman)
Cory Sherman is the Founder of Safety Systems Management. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Cory talks about his background in construction and how he got into the safety aspect of the industry. He also discusses how the safety culture is evolving in the construction industry, how to get buy-in for new safety initiatives on the jobsite, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 11: Being An Entrepreneur In The Building Industry (With Buz Artiano)
Buz Artiano is the Owner of BuildX. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Buz talks about his entrepreneurial background in the building industry and some of the things he’s learned from his various start-ups. He also discusses his hiring strategies, how he leverages AI for business, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 10: Doing Entrepreneurship Your Way (With Jason Perez)
Jason Perez is the CEO and Co-Founder at YARDZ. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Jason talks about his entrepreneurial background and some of the ventures he’s been a part of. He also discusses “toward” and “away” buyers, the importance of building an advisory board, doing things your own way as an entrepreneur, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 9: Franchising Your Business (With Joe Carter)
Joe Carter is the Founder and CEO of Twin Flame Group. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Joe talks about his background in entrepreneurialism and how he started Twin Flame Group. He also discusses the importance of systemization, his tips on leveraging AI in your business, how to know if franchising is right for you, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 8: Building Strong Leaders In Construction (With Wally Adamchik)
Wally Adamchik is a Speaker at FireStarter Speaking and Consulting. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Wally talks about growing up around construction and how he became an expert in leadership development. He also discusses how to transition from a doer to a leader, some key points to being a successful leader, how companies can support work-life balance, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 7: Using Sustainable Building Techniques (With Matt Paneitz)
Matt Paneitz is the Executive Director of Long Way Home. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Matt talks about his background and the inspiration behind his non-profit, Long Way Home. He also discusses how great innovations can come from a lack of resources, the power of voluntourism, using sustainable building techniques, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 6: Applying Athletic Discipline To Business (With Brent Staton)
Brent Staton is the Co-Founder and CEO of RS Group. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Brent talks about his entrepreneurial background and how being an athlete at a young age has helped him in his career. He also discusses the various business models within their company and the different approaches to each, taking on a Visionary role, the importance of having mentors and industry relationships, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 5: Networking And Building Relationships (With Nicholas Mobilio)
Nicholas Mobilio is a Partner at PwC. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Nicholas talks about his entrepreneurial background and some of the things he’s learned throughout his career. He also discusses building strong relationships, some of his tips for networking and connecting with people, the importance of giving back, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 4: Building Alignment Through Understanding (With Bernard Hammonds)
Bernard Hammonds is the QA/QC & Commissioning Manager at DynaTen Corporation. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Bernard talks about working in construction and some of the unique dynamics of the industry. He also discusses alignment within your team by understanding people on a personal level, his passion for continuous learning and growth, some of the misconceptions about quality control, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 3: Designing For The Building Materials Industry (With David Conover)
David Conover is the Owner of StudioConover. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, David talks about his background in design and how he found his way into the building materials industry. He also discusses the evolving technologies in graphic design and how they impact the industry, the importance of staying adaptable, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 2: Recruiting In The Building Materials Industry (With Stephen Borer)
Stephen Borer is a Partner at DMC Recruitment Group. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Stephen talks about his background in recruitment and what he loves about the building materials industry. He also discusses having genuine relationships over transactional interactions, his unique anti-KPI business approach, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S3. Ep. 1: Managing Risk As A Journalist (With Bryan Gottlieb)
Bryan Gottlieb is the Online News Editor at Engineering News-Record. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Bryan talks about journalism in the construction industry. He also discusses why networking and having credible connections is crucial, the importance of analysis when it comes to the news, risk management as a journalist, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 200: Using Science To Make A Positive Impact (With Charles Olsen)
Charles Olsen is the Executive Director at Sciencey Products, Inc. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Charles talks about his very diverse career background and how he got into the world of science. He also discusses some of the R&D projects he’s been a part of throughout his career, using science to make a positive impact, the importance of staying curious, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 199: Bringing Craft Back To Architecture (With Beau Dromiack)
Beau Dromiack is the Principal Architect at WMA Architects. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Beau talks about his background in architecture and some of the changes he’s seen in the industry throughout his career. He also discusses bringing craft back into architecture as a core value, what inspired him to write his books, embracing AI to further the industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 198: Driving Environmental Impact (With Owen Barrett)
Owen Barrett is the CEO of Shine. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Owen talks about some of his entrepreneurial experiences and his passion for sustainability. He also discusses using his finance background to drive environmental impact, how Shine is working to decarbonize multifamily real estate, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 197: Choosing Sustainable Building Materials (With Susan Heinking)
Susan Heinking is the Senior Vice President of High Performance and Sustainable Construction at Pepper Construction Group. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Susan talks about her background in sustainability and how the topic has changed over her career. She also discusses using data to make more sustainable choices, what’s coming next for sustainability in construction, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 196: Photographing The Construction Industry (With Brian Knox)
Brian Knox is a Construction Photographer at B. Knox Photography. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Brian talks about his passion for construction photography and how he got into the industry. He also discusses using photography for recruitment, some basic tips for construction companies to take better photos, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 195: Building Solutions For The Construction Industry (With Zulq Malik)
Zulq Malik is the Chief Happiness Officer at SMARTBUILD Construction Solutions. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Zulq talks about his career background and how he made his way into the construction tech industry. He also discusses his passion for solving problems in the construction space, being open to innovation, the differences between running a construction company and a tech company, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 194: Finding What Works In Sales (With Johan Galeano)
Johan Galeano is a Territory Sales Manager at Simpson Strong-Tie. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Johan talks about his career background and how he found his way into the building materials industry. He also discusses the importance of being open minded to continuous learning, what works (and what doesn’t) in the sales process, what makes someone a good fit for a career in sales, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 193: Discussing PR In The Construction Industry (With Jay Weisberger)
Jay Weisberger is the External Communications Leader at DPR Construction. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Jay talks about public relations in the construction industry and some of the current misconceptions around PR. He also discusses some of the major changes in PR throughout the years, how communicators are starting to utilize AI, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 192: Exploring Equipment Management (With Craig Gramlich)
Craig Gramlich is the Managing Director at Lonewolf Consulting. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Craig talks about his unique background and how his passion for equipment began at a young age. He also discusses some of the key things that equipment managers need to do to be successful, the concept of the internal equipment triangle, tips and training options for equipment managers, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 191: Being An Ally In The Construction Industry (With Faye Allen)
Faye Allen is the best-selling Author of the book Building Women: How Everyone in Construction Can Win. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Faye talks about her background in construction and what she loves about the industry. She also discusses some of her experiences while writing Building Women, being an ally in the construction industry, how we can make the industry better for all, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 190: Understanding Your Client’s Needs (With Donald Koppy)
Donald Koppy is a Construction Specifier at True Architecture. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Donald talks about his career background and his early fascination with architecture. He also discusses the gaming theory when it comes to the building process, taking the time to understand your client’s needs and expectations, industry trends he’s currently following, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 189: Building Effective Teams (With Maya Irizarry)
Maya Irizarry is the Founder of Solutions by Maya. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Maya talks about her passion for helping others and how it eventually turned into her consulting advisory firm, Solutions by Maya. She also discusses emotional intelligence and soft skills in business, building effective teams with the Five C’s, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 188: Building Brilliance Through Collaboration (With Robert Puharich)
Robert Puharich is the Founder of IsleFlow and the Co-Author of Building Brilliance. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Robert talks about the launch of his new book, Building Brilliance, which is based on past Specified Growth Podcast interviews, and some of the things he learned during the collaborative process. He also discusses the importance of mentorship, having a clear goal and surrounding yourself with the right people, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 187: Keeping Up With New Technology (With Dr. Carol Massay)
Dr. Carol Massay is the Founder of Unity For Construction. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Dr. Massay talks about her career background and some of her entrepreneurial experiences. She also discusses the importance of keeping up with new technology in the construction space, being confident in your abilities as a leader, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 186: Developing Climate Resistant Building Materials (With Scott Jenkins)
Scott Jenkins is the CEO and Co-Founder of ZS2 Technologies. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Scott talks about his entrepreneurial background and some of the things he’s learned throughout his career. He also discusses the ever-growing need for climate resistant materials, the importance of building strong teams and relationships, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 185: Exploring Opportunities In The Roofing Industry (With Greg Hudson)
Greg Hudson is the President of Roofing Alliance. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Greg talks about his career background and how he got into the commercial roofing industry. He also discusses the 4 pillars of the Roofing Alliance, some of the training and opportunities available in the roofing and building materials industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 184: Using Data To Improve The Construction Industry (With Michael Pink)
Michael Pink is the CEO of SmartPM Technologies. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Michael talks about his background in the construction industry, from consulting to the tech side of things, and how data has played an important part in his career. He also discusses using data to better manage construction projects, how technology is improving the construction industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 183: Educating The Roofing Industry (With John Kenney)
John Kenney is the CEO of Cotney Consulting Group. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, John talks about his background and passion for the roofing industry. He also discusses passing down his knowledge through educational courses designed specifically for our industry, how to organize yourself and manage your time as an entrepreneur, why keeping up with technology is essential, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 182: Unlocking The Power Of AI (With Christopher Penn)
Christopher Penn is the Co-Founder and Chief Data Scientist at Trust Insights. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Christopher talks about the various AI engines and how to use them the right way to get the outcome you’re looking for. He also discusses the differences between classical AI and generative AI, the marketing landscape and things to consider for the future, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 181: Providing Innovative Testing Solutions (With Erick Sharp)
Erick Sharp is the President and CEO of ACE Laboratories. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Erick talks about his entrepreneurial background and what prompted him to start his own testing laboratory, as well as some of the transitions the company has gone through as they’ve grown. He also discusses the rapidly changing standards in the industry and being able to respond quickly, their ability to expedite innovation, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 180: Having A Healthy Relationship With Risk (With Albert Bou Fadel)
Albert Bou Fadel is the CEO of SmartBarrel. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Albert talks about his entrepreneurial background and what led him to the construction tech industry. He also discusses having a healthy relationship with risk, focusing on innovation over digitization, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 179: Automating Sustainability In Construction (With Tommy Linstroth)
Tommy Linstroth is the Founder and CEO of Green Badger. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Tommy talks about his entrepreneurial background and the story behind Green Badger — a construction software platform for automating sustainability in the built environment. He also discusses green standards in different regions and how the regulations and requirements are changing, connecting the construction community with sustainability resources, and more. Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 178: Bridging Knowledge Gaps In Construction (With Farhan Salim)
Farhan Salim is the Co-Founder of CICA AI Inc. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Farhan talks about his construction background and how he went from civil engineering to construction tech. He also discusses bridging knowledge gaps in the construction industry, how they’re using AI to simplify document reviews, the importance of having a development system in place for young employees, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 177: Improving The Pre-Construction Process (With Josef Bromovsky)
Josef Bromovsky is the Founder and CEO of Algoma. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Josef talks about his background in the construction tech space and how he got into entrepreneurship. He also discusses the importance of fully committing to your start-up, why he started Algoma and how they’re using AI-driven data to improve the pre-construction process, his tips for successfully fundraising, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 176: Solving Safety Problems In Construction (With Gabe Guetta)
Gabe Guetta is the Founder and CEO of SALUS. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Gabe talks about his background in construction and how he got into safety software. He also discusses some things to keep in mind when trying to break into construction tech, the importance of good communication, the future of safety in the construction industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 175: Investing In Construction Innovation (With Gonzalo Galindo)
Gonzalo Galindo is the President of CEMEX Ventures. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Gonzalo talks about his background at CEMEX and how he got into the innovation and corporate venture side of construction. He also discusses what key things they look for when deciding which start-ups to work with, how to grow your network of early adopters, some of the biggest challenges in the construction industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 174: Having A Strong Company Culture (With Katherine Robinette)
Katherine Robinette is the Owner and President of Keystone and Raven. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Katherine talks about her background in both theater and marketing, and how they’ve helped her in her current position. She also discusses building trusted relationships with your clients, her tips to taking the slog out of work and having a strong company culture, putting together effective change management teams, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 173: Using AI To Improve Productivity (With Kristopher Lengieza)
Kristopher Lengieza is the Vice President of Procore Technologies. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Kristopher talks about his career background and his transition to the tech side of the construction industry. He also discusses using AI to improve productivity in construction, how adopting new technology can help bring in the next generation, the importance of collecting data, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 172: Using Design To Create A Better World (With Blima Ehrentreu)
Blima Ehrentreu is the Founder and CEO of The Designers Group. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Blima talks about how her passion for design was sparked at a young age. She also discusses trying new things and learning from your mistakes, using design to improve people’s environments and create a better world, giving back and mentoring the next generation of designers, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 171: Being A Resource Provider (With Chad Prinkey)
Chad Prinkey is the Founder and CEO of Well Built Construction Consulting. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Chad talks about his career background, from working in construction to running his consulting business. He also discusses some of his sales strategies, being a resource provider and understanding your customer’s needs, the importance of reading body language, some of the opportunities available in the construction industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 170: Investing In Employee Development (With Ryan Aalsma)
Ryan Aalsma is the Executive Vice President at Skanska. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Ryan talks about his background and how he got into the construction industry. He also discusses the importance of strong leadership and investing in employee development, using good communication to build relationships, giving back to the construction industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 169: Finding Solutions In The Excavation Industry (With Ken Gray)
Ken Gray is the Co-Founder and Chief Performance Officer at Dig Robotics. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Ken talks about his background, from working in Japan to co-founding Dig Robotics. He also discusses some of the unique challenges he’s faced in his career and finding solutions to overcome them, how Dig Robotics is focusing on improving operator performance in hydraulic excavators, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 168: Refining Standards In The Concrete Industry (With Chris Bishop)
Chris Bishop is the President of the National Concrete Refinement Institute. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Chris talks about the background of the NCRI and some of the challenges and opportunities in the concrete industry. He also discusses the importance of self-awareness, refining standards and introducing measurable benchmarks in the concrete industry, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 167: Developing Strong Listening Skills (With Donella Olson)
Donella Olson is the Owner of Two Island Design Build. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Donella talks about her career background and how she discovered her passion for remodeling homes at a young age. She also discusses developing strong listening skills, understanding individual personality types, the importance of having a qualification process, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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S2. Ep. 166: Understanding The Science Of Bravery (With Jill Schulman)
Jill Schulman is the Principal at Breakthrough Leadership Group. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Jill talks about the science behind bravery and how it can be developed as a skill. She also discusses how to generate positive emotions, surrounding yourself with the right people to help you achieve your goals, positive psychology and living your best life, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Specified Growth Podcast, hosted by Tats Nakagawa, CEO of Castagra Products. Each week, Tats talks to leaders and experts about how to overcome adversity, grow massive organizations, and how to create meaningful change in the building materials and construction industry. Check out YouTube.com/tatstalks for more!
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