Creating Structure

In this episode it was my pleasure to welcome Mr John Skok, RA, Architect. Of course we talk about John's background and journey into architecture, but the main focus of this episode is urban architecture, and specifically Detroit architecture. We talk about what John refers to as "The Detroit Opportunity." Starting in college, John has devoted many years to work specifically in Detroit, both in repurposed and new buildings. But there's a strong emphasis here on urban renewal, reclaiming or repurposing buildings, and the momentum John has seen build over the course of two-plus decades in his work with McIntosh Poris Architects. Enjoy the the architect's perspective and view point as we journey together. Thanks for listening!The Guest: John Skok, Architect, PrincipalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnskok/ McIntosh Poris Associates LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcintosh-poris-associates/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mcintoshporis?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcintosh_poris/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/McIntosh-Poris-Associates/100026627665513/Website: https://www.mcintoshporis.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to the "geek out" episode, where three normal, balanced humans, who happen to be engineers, and who happen to have glass and aluminum in their DNA profiles, discuss engineering of glazed facades, specialty glass, technical applications, value propositions, and more. We talk about the role of engineering, Sentech's specialty work, thermal performance, structural engineering, wall movements, building codes, material optimization, and much more. Also, how about ordering and handling a 75' x 12' piece of glass? That's some big stuff.Diarmuid Kelleher, PE, is Director of Engineering for Sentech. He grew up in Ireland on a 60 acre dairy farm. He came to the USA  in 2008. He's worked for such notable's as Larson Engineering, Permasteelisa North America Corp, Thorton Tomasetti, and Inhabit, on his progression to Sentech. He leads all engineering production work from time of sale to point of fab and construction. I think you'll enjoy his insights.Dave Dunham, PE, is the Director Of Business Development at Sentech. Dave has worked there as engineering manager, and pre-sales engineer manager on his path to the current position in business development, sales, proposal work. He he leads the sales team, does a significant amount of Design-Assist work and consultation (DA) and facilitates a high level of collaboration between business development and engineering. Have fun, and enjoy this episode.The Guests:Diarmuid Kelleher, PE, SE, Director of Engineering, SentechLinkedIn Diarmuid: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diarmuid-kelleher-5a751453/Dave Dunham, PE, Director of Business Development, Sentech  LinkedIn Dave: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-dunham-9b462635/SENTECH:LinkedIn Senctech: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sentech-architectural-systems/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sentech_architectural/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/sentech_arch?lang=enSentech Website: https://www.sentechas.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to the podcast, the one, the only, Mr. Andrew Haring, VP, Business Development, NGA (The National Glass Association.) We had some fun together on this episode, and there's also a lot of insights into Andrew's path, experiences, views of marketing, development in the glass industry, and more. I heard a man of principal, who really expresses humility and gratitude, to go with his knowledge and experience. Andrew started as a graphic designer, and quickly moved from the architectural services world into the CR Laurence Company (now part of OBE) eventually rising to the role of Vice President of Marketing. Andrew has been the VP of Business Development for NGA for 4 years now. He's a frequent presence on social media, especially LinkedIn and Twitter. Andrew has a great sense of humor and we enjoy some sparring from time to time.We talk in some depth about marketing, and the differences between marketing, business development, and sales. We talk glass industry and what NGA is all about as well.And this episode would not be complete without talking about our expanding league of GRILLING, as in cooking meat over charcoal. There's special event being planned also around this activity at Glass Build. Listen to the very end!Enjoy the show, leave a comment, share with a friend.The Guest: Andrew Haring, VP, Business Development, NGALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-haring-marketing/Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewharingNGA:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-glass-association/ Twitter 1: https://twitter.com/natglassassocTwitter 2: https://twitter.com/glassnationInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassmagazinenga/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/glassnation/Website: https://www.glass.org/ Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to the Podcast, Sarah Eppink, Founder and Owner of Aisling Group, LLC.I am so pleased to present this content to our audience. This discussion focuses on the areas of training, development, personal coaching, learning,  leadership, emotional awareness, values, and more.Sarah is a talent development consultant and certified leadership coach skilled in designing, managing, and developing learning programs. She has over 20 years of experience in program management. She has a a proven record for driving learning initiatives that support corporate change, enhance performance, and contribute to bottom-line profitability. How does she do it? Listen to the podcast to get more insight.Sarah worked for Key Bank and the Federal Reserve Bank in Cleveland before founding and stepping into her current business, which she leads and directs. We hit on the surface of a few things, and we go deep on some others, including a discussion about the relationship between vulnerability and intimacy , and how that applies in a business to business and human to human context. Also, wait until the surprise reveal at the end that you don't want to miss!Tune it, leave a comment, spread the word! Guest:Sarah Eppink, Owner, Aisling Group, LLCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraheppink/Aisling GroupWebsite: http://www.aislinggroupllc.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to the latest Creating Structure Podcast. My guest is Mr. Derek Losee, Executive VP, Architectural Division of Steel Encounters Inc (SEI) in Salt Lake City, Utah.Derek is an executive leader, an expert business developer, and value-based solution provider. He has been in the glazing, cladding, curtain wall and components business for many years.  Derek provides executive leadership and leads business development for the Architectural Division of SEI. In addition, Derek has significant experience in design-assist work, point supported Pilkington Architectural structural glass walls and building envelope integration.SEI, an employee owned company, is a full service glazing/trade subcontractor providing design, engineering, fabrication, assembly, and installation. SEI also has a steel division and you'll hear us discuss the formation of this and the architectural division. Like many guests, Derek started out in humble beginnings, worked his way through a family business, his own business, and then ultimately joined SEI. Derek and I take a walk through his history, SEI's history, all things related to curtain wall, panels, cladding, sales, the market, mountain states, Utah construction, Covid19 impacts, remote work, and more. We have an interesting discussion as well around formation of developing, with a team, our core focus ("the why"), core values, niche, its impact on recruiting, retention, strategy, execution. I think you'll enjoy the episode.Guest:Derek Losee, Executive VP, Steel EncountersLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-losee-8aa93431/Steel EncountersLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/steel-encounters-inc-/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@steelencountersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/steelencounters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steelencountersWebsite: https://www.steelencounters.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/steelencounters Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Better late than never? Definitely with this Podcast. After some "technical difficulties," my audio producer extraordinaire, Joshua (see below for links), got this synced and edited to publishable form. So without further delay,  I am pleased introduce my conversation with friend, collaborator, executive thought leader, former owner of two businesses,  Mr. Mark Silverberg. This episode was recorded in January 2022. After listening to it three times, there's so many nuggets of wisdom, relevant story telling, and sharing of experiences that can resonate with many.Mark loved construction from an early age. Among other ventures, his father and uncle were in the glazing business. An Ohio boy, Mark is a long time Cleveland area (east-sider) resident. After graduating from  Oakland University in Michigan, Mark joined the trades and became a journeyman electrician. After six years, he started his path in business ownership and management with his father, then owning and running Stern and Company, then co-founding and running Technoform North America, first as GM then as President. Some topics discussed include:Learning how to prioritizeStrategic thinkingCustomer mindsetsIndustry committee work and valueBusiness ownershipStart-up operationsGlazing industry componentsThermal breaks, warm edge spacersNon- Profit workPreparationWorking for the common goodAnd a good Dylan quote deep into the podcast related to Mark's "why"Enjoy the show. Leave a comment. Engage with the community.Guest:Mark SilverbergLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-silverberg-99b02310 Technoform and Technoform NALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technoform-bautec/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/technoformWebsite: https://www.technoform.com/enStern and CompanyWebsite:http://www.sterngroup.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Kevin McClintick, PE, is a professional engineer, company founder and owner of Architectural Wall Systems, Inc, (AWS), Director of MCAL Software, LLC, and a structural and systems engineering specialist in curtain wall, cladding, exterior architectural component systems. This is a unique and engaging discussion between industry peers, competitors, and professional engineers - two company founders, CEO's, curtain wall/cladding/facade design professionals, PE's, riffing about and romping through a wide swath of industry history, present reality, and future trending/shaping. We discuss architecture, engineering, value, making the client the hero, and more. 1 hour and 17 minutes of pure gold. (There's a few second gap at 34:20 to 34:25 or so due to a messy internet connection. Please bear with the pause and transition there. Otherwise, strap in!Some Topics:What do structural engineers in the glass/glazing/curtain wall industry do? How do they provide value? (or how should they provide value?)Making the client the heroClient first; begin with the end in mindProviding what's right and true vs. being conservative and subjectiveRisk and liabilityWhat's "behind the PE stamp"Thinking like the client-the installerTrainingExperienceVirtual design and constructionIndustry iconsEarly engineering pioneers in the curtain wall spaceKevin also talks about their Trademarked brand "Engineer TRUE". There's so much more. You'll just have to listen to hear the rest!Guest:Kevin McClintickLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-mcclintick/AWS:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/architectural-wall-systems-inc./Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/arcwallsysWebsite: http://www.arcwallsys.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Just in time to ring in the new year I welcome Oliver Stepe, President, YKK AP America Inc., to the program. This inspiring and informative interview covers Oliver's path from growing up in Long Island, to college, to glazing sub contractor, to US Aluminum, to YKK, and his ascension from regional technical  sales professional to President of the business. Oliver has great insights into team-building, adding value, consultative sales, approaching work, analytics, new ideas, marketing, thought leadership, manufacturing, and current trends. I found it very informative to listen back prior to final posting and production. From his LinkedIn bio, "(He) oversees the North American architectural products business including commercial, residential, and related operating units, building loyal customers, engaged employees, and trying to making a positive difference in the lives of our employees and the industries and communities in which we work. We call it The Cycle of GoodnessI find Oliver to be a thoughtful executive leader. Enjoy the show. Leave a comment. Engage with the community.Guest:Oliver Stepe, President YKK APLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliverstepe/YKKLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ykk-ap-america-inc/Twitter: https://twitter.com/YKKAPAmericaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ykkapamericaWebsite: https://www.ykkap.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/YKKAPvideoHost:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Rens F Hayes, IV, PE, is a Co-founder and Principal of H+O Structural Engineering.  A 2010 graduate from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with a BSCE, and obtaining also a MSCE from WPI in 2012, Rens has fast-tracked his professional growth. With a personal and family history in business, Rens co-founded H + O in 2016.  Rens is progressive, mature, and experienced beyond his years, and is inspiring. He is quite prolific in his writing, influencer posts on LinkedIn, and participation in the PSMJ Executive Forum where he and I first met via email. We found ourselves liking what the other had to say on certain issues which led to our connecting, and then to this Podcast.Rens's firm specializes in mid- and high-rise building design. They serve Architects and Real Estate Developers primarily. Their mission is  "A Better Experience - for our team and for our clients." They are focused on real results and protecting their client's investments. We talk about some of these things and more in this podcast. Their website banner says it; "Structural Engineers actually focused on your results."We cover business, life, growing up in construction and business, value propositions, remote and hybrid workforce, Boston area growth, building typology, people, brand, social media contexts, physiology and more. You'll know when we recorded as I make a reference to the Cleveland Browns vs. New England Patriots game that was about to be played. We all know how that turned out!Enjoy the podcast. See the show notes and links below. Thanks for engaging.Guest:Rens HayesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renshayes/Rens talks about #leadership, #realestate, #engineering, #architecture, and #constructionH + O Engineering:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/hayes-&-o'neill-structural-engineering/Twitter: https://twitter.com/hayes_oneillFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/HayesONeill/Website: https://www.hayesoneill.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

In this episode I welcome Diana Darling to the podcast. Entrepreneur, publisher, co-founder, founder, idea generator,  president, influencer, event developer, and more can be used to describe Diana professionally. Like many of our guests, her path is interesting. From Texas to London to New York, and points between, Diana has a unique path. You'll hear about it in the podcast.I met Diana through one of the first Facades + events, one of her education and networking venues. I have enjoyed getting to know her over the years.  Diana, with her husband and business partner, William "Bill" Menking (1947-2020,) founded the AN Media Group and The Architect's Newspaper. There are other businesses within the AN Media umbrella including CE Strong, AN Interior and TECH +.Diana says on her LinkedIn profile, "The best part of being a business owner is networking with other AEC business owners." She and AN are providing critical thinking in architecture, buildings, and planning, art, urban design, and more, along with bringing together "communities" through the publishing and the event venues. Diana's energy is a big draw and her influence is measurable. As typically is the case, we discuss quite a few things and romp through various topics. There's substantive resources below in the links to her companies and venues.Enjoy, comment, join the conversationAnd thanks for engaging!Guest:Diana DarlingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-darling/AN Media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/architect's-newspaper/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpaper/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/archpaperArchitect newspaper: https://www.archpaper.com/CE Strong:https://www.cestrong.com/AN Interior: https://aninteriormag.com/TECH + :https://techplus.co/ Facades +: https://facadesplus.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome Barbara Kotsos to the show. I met Barb in 2014 just after she joined Giroux Glass. If you want to understand more about marketing, what marketer's do, and what a professional marketer is doing in the specialty subcontracting field, this is a "must listen." It's like a short course on the value of marketing in any business, but the application to subcontracting is compelling. Whether you employ a marketer or not, or if you've thought about it, you'll be thinking even more after listening. Barb has worked in consumer goods, B2C, B2B, new technologies, retail, and now construction.  How she got to this point is interesting. She tells the story in our discussion. We talk about Branding, Visibility and Awareness, the differences between marketing, business development, and sales, and more. She attended Claremont Graduate University - Peter F Drucker and Matoshi Ito Graduate School of Management. Her Steele Foundation Fellowship enabled her acting as a teaching assistant/research assistant, including to the late Peter F. Drucker. We "geek out" a bit on the marketing topic. The content is applicable to marketers, business developers, sales people, executives, owners, and others aspiring to become marketers.Barb is also heavily involved with NAWIC, the National Association of Women in Construction https://www.nawic.org/nawic/default.asp. We discuss the male-female gender balance/imbalance in construction as well.  Guest:Barbara KotsosLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbarakotsos/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BKotsosGiroux:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/giroux-glass-inc-/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GirouxGlassInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girouxglass/Twitter: https://twitter.com/girouxglassWebsite: https://girouxglass.com/ Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Step into the mind of master architect, artist, author, poet, speaker, & business owner, John Marx of Form4 Architects . John is a co-founding partner/Chief Artistic Office at Form4. The firm is best known for shaping the all-amenity tech campus concept in the Silicon Valley. John also designed the area's first all electric net positive office building.Philosophically, John is a proponent of Second Century Modernism. He paints, writes poetry, serves on the board of the San Francisco Art Institute, & designs Burning Man installations. He advocates for inclusion of Philosophy, Art, and Poetry in the thoughtful making of place. Keenly aware that architecture is a balancing act between self expression & collaboration, he uses the compelling power of form to create emotionally resonant architecture. He lectures widely, has been published in over 100 publications, and is the recipient of over 160 design awards.  John and I discuss how artistry drive his expression of buildings, the absurdity of beauty, emotional resonance in buildings. We touch on how the facade typology helps differentiate the building expression. John works to remove barriers in the "art and creative world," encouraging people to utilize creative forms of expression. He communicates this through his definition of art as, "The act of sharing your humanity with others through an expressive medium."John on Sustainability, “The most sustainable things in life are those things you will not throw away because you love them too much”. I think you'll find listening to this to be an excellent learning experience. Enjoy!The Guest:John Marx, Chief Artistic Officer, Form4 ArchitectsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-marx-aia-047a1a/Twitter:  https://twitter.com/johnmarx58?lang=enInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/johnmarx22/?hl=en Form4:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/form4-architecture-inc./Website: https://form4inc.com/ Public Relations- Tom MorrContact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-morr/ Host:John Wheaton, CEO WSE Inc.Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague & Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Social media:Joshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to the Creating Structure Podcast #24. My guest is Mr. Mike Russo, Owner, President and CEO of SPS Corporation. In addition to a lot of "who's who" in the curtain wall and cladding industry world, we cover a lot of ground here on history, current realities, SPS's work, trends, future, and more. We've got Mike's inspiring story of overcoming adversity as a young man, and becoming the 1st person in his family to go to and graduate from college. After graduating from Lycoming College, Mike drove his 1974 Nova to New York City with the goal of working in the advertising industry. It was in NYC that his career in curtain wall started and accelerated quickly. We cover history of different branches from the curtain wall 'tree', and we name drop a lot of folks, some of whom were involved with Mike along the way, some directly, some indirectly; Oscar Drucker, John Stephens, Jeff Heymann (prior guest), Mike Haber (prior guest-Mike get your golf clubs ready), Juan Speck, John Juba, Russell Gardner, and many more mentioned in the talk.We get into current realities, trends, building typologies, and more; changes in construction document content from past to present, building financial strength, employing great people, the power of connecting, the evolution of the curtain wall industry, and more. Hearing Mike's perspective and gleaning from his experiences are valuable. Enjoy, share, leave a comment, engage!The Guest:Mike RussoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-russo-654b2512/SPS Corporation:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sps-corp/Website: https://spscorporation.com/ The Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Custom Jingle, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Sunday is an appropriate day to post this conversation with Marshall Brandon. This is the first Creating Structure Podcast of it's type to share a "human interest" story outside of the context of building, architecture, facade, but inside the context of everyone, every human life, personally, or professionally. It is a story of hope, renewal, redemption, recovery, deliverance; that with God all things are possible. From Alabama to Youngstown, to Vietnam,  to Akron,  to prison, prison to restoration, renewal, redemption. It's a story of overcoming abuse, abandonment, anger, addiction, racism, divorce, and more. It's really God's story in Marshall's life. How to be a great employee, how to leave a legacy, from nothing to everything. From hopelessness to hope. Many people know Marshall Brandon, as "Pastor B" or "Pastor Brandon." It didn't start that way. Far from it. Marshall has worked as a ballistics specialist in the military, worked in a steel mill,  for a water department, and for 17 years as a stationary engineer. Then more years than that in homeless ministry and then as a pastor. It's not your normal path, but it's his path, Marshall's story; but it's really God's story in Marshall's life. Marshall has a new book coming out in February of 2022, "Someplace to be Somebody: God's Story in the Life of Marshall Brandon," by Lisa Loraine Baker, and published by End Game Press. The book is available for pre-order now. Regardless of your faith platform, or not, the story is real. It's gripping. It's inspiring. Please listen, share, leave a comment. The Guest:Marshall BrandonLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshall-brandon-1a64571a/ Instagram:https://instagram.com/nyehmahFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/marshall.brandon.3The Book: https://www.endgamepress.com/store/p/pre-order-someplace-to-be-somebodyEnd Game Press:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/end-game-press/about/Website:https://www.endgamepress.com/ The Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton SpragueBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Custom Jingle, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to another episode of the Creating Structure Podcast. In this session I talk with Syndi Sim, Vice President of Marketing, Diamon-Fusion International. Coming from a family of lawyers, and those in the legal field, Syndi received degrees in criminal justice, criminology, and intended to be an attorney. After working in the court system for a time, Syndi, realized she needed to make a change and decided to move in a different path. You'll hear how she got from  criminal justice work, to marketing, and then marketing specifically in the glass industry. It is an inspiring story that shows, for one, that when we follow our unique ability, good things happen. Syndi exudes energy, curiosity, passion for life, people and the products she represents. You'll hear it in the interview. We discuss everything from covalent bonding on silica surfaces, to marketing, product development, and autism. I was energized and inspired after the interview, and listening to it again prior to production. What is Diamon-Fusion, what are it's benefits? You'll hear it at depth in the podcast. Who is Syndi Sim? You'll hear that too. Some topic discussed:Glass SurfacesSilica based surfaces and productsCovalent bondsVoice of the customerProduct developmentFuse Cube vs. Fuse Cube ExpressBranding, personally and as a companyA key decision that drove great results in 2020Co-Branding and Co-Marketing with clientsSalesMindsetsand moreThanks for listening!The Guest:Syndi Sim, VP Marketing and Business Development, DFILinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/syndisim/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/SyndiSimWebsite: http://businessdevelopmentinsights.blogspot.com/DFI:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diamon-fusion-international-inc./Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DiamonFusion/Website: http://www.dfisolutions.com/ The Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & AffiliatesBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Custom Jingle, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to Episode #21 of the Creating Structure Podcast where I interview Thomas Cornellier, Chief Strategy Officer of TSI Corporations. The moment I listened to the the final pre-screen version my first thought was "this is a discussion that needs to be heard." Thomas gives us a window into TSI's culture, core values, generational transference of ownership and responsibility, and much more. Thomas has a lot of energy, is insightful, thinks fast, and has much to share. This episode moves very quickly and there's parts that the listener's may want to bookmark or listen to again when finished.Whether you are a contract glazier, supplier, privately held company, 2nd or 3rd generation company, company moving through transition, a business owner, start-up founder, constructor, manager, and more, this has something for everyone.Some topics discussed:What's your "why"How TSI people "love to build"Identifying and curating core valuesIntegrating software stacksDeveloping custom internal training programsRespecting legacy while moving forwardBuilding teamworkIdentifying your "BHAG"Extreme OwnershipImportance of Union workersDC Construction marketsNiche subcontracting workMaking hard decisionsLacrossePodcastingand moreListen, engage, leave some feedback, and get to know Thomas!The Guest:Thomas Cornellier, CSO, TSI CorporationsLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-cornellier-65365814 Twitter: https://twitter.com/tcornellier?lang=enTSI Corporations:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/tsi-corporations/Twitter:https://twitter.com/tsiwallsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/tsicorporations/Website: https://tsicorporations.com/The Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton SpragueBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Custom Jingle, ProductionJoshua WheatonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

In this Creating Structure Podcast, our 20th Episode, I welcome none other than Mark Zweig.Mark is well known in the AEC industry with Mark Zweig Inc., and having been Founder and Chairman of Zweig Group.  Mark is now an "Entrepreneur in Residence" and full-time professor in Entrepreneurial studies in the business college at the University of Arkansas. He also writes blogs and articles regularly, which can be found online and in his social media feeds.Taking a pay cut from his bicycle business to get his first job after MBA school, Mark jumped into the AEC industry in a number of escalating positions involving marketing, HR, and recruiting, prior to starting one of the preeminent AEC Consulting firms at Zweig Group.We "go to school" in this session talking about Mark's path forward, the AEC industry,  A/E vs. C differences, buying and selling businesses, balance sheets, achieving 30% year over year growth, changes in staffing and people since COVID19, Mergers and Acquisitions, return on equity, the value of communication, learning how to sell, and more.Mark has been an avid collector of cars, bikes, and motorcycles, which we talk about as well.Also, don't miss Mark's take on "the value of cutting the grass" (literally.)There's much more to glean in this discussion from the past, the present, and the future. Enjoy, share, subscribe, listen, and please share your comments with the Creating Structure Podcast community. Thank you so much for listening!Guest:Mark ZweigLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-zweig-76529219a/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarkZweig?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorBlogs: https://thezweigletter.com/tag/mark-zweig/https://walton.uark.edu/insights/University of Arkansas: https://t.co/BuPSrga4GG?amp=1Zweig Group: http://www.zweiggroup.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton SpragueBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton SpragueCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Custom Jinglehttps://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

"Truly transparent solar"I repeat"Truly Transparent Solar"Welcome to this discussion around innovation, proof of concept, formation, process, technology, advancement and growth with Miles Barr and David Maikowski of Ubiquitous Energy. Ubiquitous means "everywhere" and this solar technology could literally be "everywhere" glass surfaces reside. Ubiquitous Energy is a truly transparent BIPV technology like  a "Low-E" glass coating, yet creates energy from the sun. Miles Barr is a founder, inventor, former CEO and now CTO of Ubiquitous Energy. David Maikowski is the Director of Channel Development.Listen to this discussion about the potential "game-changer" technology, applications, and markets, innovation and more. I'll let the interview speak for itself. Leave a comment, share, and spread the word. Listen and enjoy!Guests:Miles Barr, CTO, FounderLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miles-barr-10401765/David Maikowski, Director of Channel DevelopmentLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmaikowski/Ubiquitous EnergyWebsite: https://ubiquitous.energy/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/ubiquitous-energy-inc-/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ubiquitousenrgy?lang=enFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/UbiquitousEnrgy/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton SpragueBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton SpragueCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio, Engineering, Jinglehttps://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to Podcast #18. Shaun Blott grew up in Western Canada, born and raised around Calgary, Alberta. Shaun is an expert in two major categories. One of those categories is sales, and this interview has some real "nuggets" of wisdom and practical application  that can apply in any scenario, whether doing direct sales or managing a sales group. Shaun  has experience in both, along with  retail sales and B2B sales in construction products. Much to be gained here.The second category is embedded concrete devices. Shaun is the national sales manager for Jordahl, USA, a manufacturer of concrete embeds and more. Shaun started in a form of an entrepreneurial venture when in 2009, just 12 years ago, he was charged with developing the distribution channels and buying network for Jordahl products. Prior to this time Jordahl had zero sales in the USA.  We walk through a variety of topics about the above including everything from sales, sales strategies, gaining trust in the engineering community, glaziers, architecture, coming to the USA from Canada, some product history, building "skin" vs "building skeleton" vs. "building connective tissue." Oh, and I cant forget hockey (Shaun is a hockey fan), Stanly Cup predictions, and a little history of the Cleveland Barron's, the old Cleveland Arena, and stick-day at the hockey game.There's something for most everyone in this. Listen, comment, enjoy!Guest:Shaun BlottLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-blott-686333b/JordahlLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jordahlusa/Website: https://www.jordahlusa.com/en/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton SpragueBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton SpragueCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio, Engineering, Jinglehttps://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

This episode welcomes Mr. Patrick MacLeamy, Architect, Author, Chairman, Fellow AIA, and so much more. This podcast truly inspires. Patrick grew up in an industrial town in Southern Illinois, and went to architecture school at the University of Illinois. Starting as a project designer at HOK Architects, then a single office in St Louis, Patrick rose to CEO of the company during a career that spanned 50 years. Patrick interviewed with and initially worked under HOK's Gyo Obata, (the "O") architect, the son of painter Chiura Obata. In 1955, Mr. Obata co-founded  HOK with George Hellmuth, and George Kassabaum. Patrick discusses the foundational structure for HOK and how it was fundamental to their growth and success. In addition, we get into the formation of buildingSMART , the worldwide authority driving transformation of the built environment through creation & adoption of open, international BIM standards. We talk about "the MacCleamy Curve" and how it relates to BIM.There's also formative discussion around principles for how to successfully manage and grow a professional services firm. Patrick talks about strategies to deal with downward cycles in the economy.Along the way we also discuss many other topics:Generational architects and buildersHis VW Beetle getting him to and from interviewsWashington University, St Louis, School of ArchitectureInternment camps in WWIIDealing with bankersPaying off Credit linesDesigning with budget in mindPutting the architect back in the center of societyNoble buildingsHealth and wellnessand moreListen, enjoy, leave a comment!Guest:Patrick MacLeamyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-macleamy/Website : https://macleamy.com/buildingSmart non profit : https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildingsmart-international/The Book:Designing a World-Class Architecture Firm - (35% Discount Code for Creating Structure listeners) Use Code "ARC33" during checkout: https://www.wiley.com/en-us/search?pq=macleamy%7CrelevancePatrick's Build Smart Podcast: https://gablmedia.com/show/buildsmartHOK Architects: https://www.hok.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton SpragueBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton SpragueCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    Audio, Engineering, Jinglehttps://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome Daniel Winterich to Episode #16 of the Creating Structure Podcast. Dan is an architect, artist, and helps architects, designers, and building owners distinguish their projects by providing commissioned art, architectural  glass, sculpture, water features, and building-integrated art installations.  Dan is a 5th generation glass artisan and grew up in his family's business specializing in church interiors, including stained glass installations, and complete interiors. From his LinkedIn profile, Jim Maxwell says, "Daniel Winterich brings to every project his keen intuition, creativity, and sensitivity to the clients dreams and desires. It is in his genetic make-up it seems (being a 5th generation glass artisan) as he brings those dreams and desires to light through his glass creations."  This is an excellent description of Dan's insight and capability.Raised in Chesterland, Ohio, Dan's path took him to Cincinnati, Germany, and then California. Dan has a BS degree in Interior Design from the University of Cincinnati. Dan is thoughtful, creative, interesting and well-studied. You'll note the measured tone of the conversation and clear answers.Interestingly, the host, and Dan, go back 43 years, but not as one would think. The connection is revealed later in the podcast as to how they are connected, and how they were re-connected. It's a great story. Listen to the end and you'll hear it.Listen as this session builds and unfolds deeper and deeper, like unpacking layers or working in tightening concentric circles. Topics covered include:Church interiors in Cleveland to  Art installations in the the Bay area in California and beyondInterior design, art, architectureCollaboration and collaborative networksIntegrating Art and Architecture as a teamInnovations in facade designIntegrating work with the glazing subcontractorInnovating glass formsStained Glass to Art GlassThe geometric pattern of an acorn nut capOakland City historical rail tokensHistory of glass artisan work to contemporary glass workGlass Fabrication West Geauga High SchoolMetal WorkStructural engineering of Stained GlassFamily businessmore...Guest:Dan WinterichLinkedIn Dan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-winterich-b590901/Twitter: https://twitter.com/danielwinterichInstagram Dan:https://www.instagram.com/studiowinterich/Website : http://www.winterich.com/Host:John L Wheaton, PE, LEED AP, CEO, Wheaton SpragueBlog at WordPress: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton SpragueCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Episode #15 of the Creating Structure podcast is with Jeff Haber, Managing Partner, W & W Glass LLC, Nanuet, New York .  W & W Glass is one of the largest union metal and glass erectors in NYC and the largest supplier of structural glass in North America. This episode could be easily described as a primer on the glass and glazing business, relationship building, value-add selling propositions, and company growth. Jeff is one of the Haber family managing partners in this very successful enterprise that has grown from $9M to $200M in revenue since Jeff joined full time in 1990.  With over 3 decades in the industry, a quick conversational style, a great memory, and many substantive experiences, Jeff covers topics such as design, engineering, glass industry history, structural glass walls, field logistics, relationship building, sales, estimating, forecasting, trends, and predictions. We cover some "hot topics"about the often misunderstood role of the glazing sub by stakeholder-decision-makers, observations on what's happening in the market right now, COVID19 shifts, mindsets around the realities of embracing new technologies and a "generational sea change" that is upon us. Jeff could teach "intro to the glazing business" and if there was such a college class, this conversation would be a good start. Welcome and enjoy the show.Relevant topics:Managing LogisticsUrban Construction in New York CityProject PlanningPilkington Planar wall systems"Glas Wal" patented system Heat SoakingUnexpected positive consequences of 8000 Racquetball court projectsOrganic GrowthRelationship buildingAdding value to projectsLiving with contractual termsBuilding for the futureEmbracing technologyTeaching and Mentoring the new generationTaking Golf lessonsCompany Mentions:W & W GlassPilkingtonT.Fin Building Solutionsmore...People mentioned:Scott HaberMike HaberHoward HaberTim FinleyMore.....The Guest:Jeff Haber, Managing Partner, W & W Glass, LLCLinkedIn Jeff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-haber-4410a43b/LinkedIn W & W: https://www.linkedin.com/company/w&w-glass-llc/Instagram W & W:https://www.instagram.com/wwglassnyc/Facebook W & W: https://www.facebook.com/WWGlassNYCWebsite W & W: https://www.wwglass.com/The Host:John L Wheaton, PE, LEED AP, CEO, Wheaton SpragueBlog at WordPress: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton SpragueCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/     

Welcome Tin Finley of T.Fin Building solutions to the Creating Structure Podcast. This is a lively discussion that moves through a variety of topics including sales, marketing, glass, glazing, manufacturer's representation, dynamic glass, start-ups, sales-based organizations, technically-based organizations, value propositions, relationship building, trends, COVID-19 awareness, and yes, even ice fishing (Tim lives in Minnesota.) Tim is a self-described "Sun problem solver" and "daylight fanatic" looking to provide solutions to clients, buyers, architects, stakeholders, building owners, and related parties, in the glass, fenestration and cladding industry. Tim and his firm represent a suite of products and companies that you can find in the links below, but Tim's main focus is delivering solutions. Tim has worked in a major corporation, a start up, private company, public company, and now for himself in his own startup. Tim just celebrated the 2-year anniversary of his company and we get to acknowledge that moment on the show. This is another good one. See below for other topical points of interest. Listen. Leave a comment. Spread the word!Relevant topics:DaylightGlassThe missing "Built-in" value of Manufacturer'sManufacturer's RepsStarting a businessLifestyleRepresenting a suite of products and servicesCOVID19 trends and issuesIce Fishing RigsThe Tri-Tip Steak of Medford MNCultureGaps in the marketSales and marketing strategiesCompanies:ViraconSageFastenalA bunch of names:Bill SullivanGarret HensonBrad AustinBill RandallHelen SandersAndrew HaringStanley YeeAnd moreThe Guest:Tim Finley, T.Fin Building SolutionLinkedIn Tim:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-finley-1025a112/LinkedIn T.Fin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/t-fin-building-solutions/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/t.finbuilding/Twitter: https://twitter.com/tim_finleyWebsite: https://tfinbuildingsolutions.com/See Tim and T.Fin's line card on his website and LinkedIn profileThe Host:John L Wheaton, PE, LEED AP, CEO, Wheaton SpragueBlog at WordPress: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton SpragueCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/     

Welcome to another Creating Structure Podcast. This session is with Jeff Heymann, Vice President at MiTek Structural Framing Division, Benson Industries. Jeff has a long and influential history in the glass, curtain wall, cladding, facade business. Starting in sales in glass fabrication at Faulkner Glass, Jeff moved up through the industry to a position of influence, selling, managing, and developing business for Benson. It's a fascinating discussion that also covers a bit of the history of the curtain wall and glass industry, Jeff's career path, people, opening the Benson office in New York City, managing the transition from a private to public company and more. We discuss history, trends, modularization, people, mentors that influenced his professional life, transitions, cold calling, relationship building, advice for young professionals, football, music, and more. Enjoy the show, and please provide your feedback. We love our guests and listeners!Topics:Jeff's education and background.Mentors Dick Turner, Oscar Drucker, Lou Niles.Trajectory from Glass sales to subcontractingFootball at Case Western Reserve university in ClevelandCold Calling on Long Island for 2 weeksShowing up prepared and on timeThe use of "silence" or "the pause" in meetingsCOVID19 changes to how we operate and recruitSupply Chain LogisticsModularization of curtain wall and opaque wall systemsRespecting the architectureArchitecture as artJackson Browne, Music, Rock-n-Roll documentariesThe Guest:Jeff Heymann, Vice President, MiTek, BensonLinkedIn Jeff: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-heymann-7a54882b/LinkedIn MiTek: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mitekinc/LinkedIn Benson: https://www.linkedin.com/company/benson-industries-inc-/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bensonindustries/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Benson1650Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BensonIndustriesInc/Website: https://www.bensonglobal.com/The Host:John L Wheaton, PE, LEED AP, CEO, Wheaton SpragueCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comBlog at WordPress: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague is also on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @wheatonsprague

Alfonso Lopez joins host John Wheaton for an engaged discussion about business, structural engineering, personal growth, advancement, entrepreneurship, key skills in professional development, facade design and engineering, and more. Alfonso has a unique path and learning journey from growing up in South America, immigrating to the United States, obtaining Masters Degrees in Economics and in Structural engineering, and advancing through the industry culminating in the formation and growth of his company, Sentech Architectural Systems. Alfonso is well known and well regarding in the world of cladding, facade and specialty structures. Alfonso has deep relationships cultivated through the years on integrity, creativity, and delivery.Topics discussed include:His "Learning Quest" or "Learning Journey" The Art of Structural Engineering1st PrinciplesThe three primary tools for successful advancement and increasing one's value to the marketThe evolution of founding SentechThe role of communication Creativity, adaptabilityThe importance of spouse and family supportCollaborationInfluencer's in his professional growth and experienceParametric DesignTesting and Rationalization And more, as always...............The Guest:Alfonso Lopez, PE, CEOLinkedIn Alfonso: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfonso-lopez-93680661/LinkedIn Senctech: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sentech-architectural-systems/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sentech_architectural/?hl=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/sentech_arch?lang=enSentech Website: https://www.sentechas.com/The Host:John L Wheaton, PE, LEED AP, CEOCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comBlog at WordPress: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague is also on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @wheatonsprague

Join us for a building industry-specific discussion on the topic of Building Envelope Consulting (BEC). This episode builds as we go, getting deeper in content as we walk through the discussion. As is typical, we talk briefly about Mark's and Paul's background, but then get right into the topics covering the relevance of BEC work, what consultants do, how and where they provide value, and in what contexts. This is a more specific technical discussion. We cover topics related to:Project Budgets and impacts.Preserving the integrity of the architect's design.Thermal integrity.Opaque walls.Managing moisture and condensation.Typical problems encountered on projects.IGU's.End Dams."By others" notations.Transitions areas.Performance Mock Up testing.Field Testing.And more....Thank you for listening and for being part of the growing "Creating Structure" Podcast community. We also will be adding a page and link to the Podcast and content on the Website at Wheaton Sprague. Please drop us a comment, and provide feedback. Thank you!Links and Info:Paul Griese:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-griese-b734452/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/PaulGrieseBECWheaton Sprague: See below under Host show notesMark Coulis:Not on social mediaFor inquiries go to Wheaton Sprague Website to "request Info" and send via that email to the general email box The Host:John L Wheaton, PE, LEED APCompany: https://www.wheatonsprague.comBlog at WordPress: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/Wheaton Sprague is also on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @wheatonsprague

Welcome to another episode of the Creating Structure Podcast. This interview is with Jerry Schwabauer, the VP of Sales and Marketing for Azon. Azon produces a structural thermal barrier in aluminum framing systems to improve thermal performance of glazing and cladding systemsJerry is responsible for all sales and marketing activity for Azon. Since its founding in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 1977, Azon has emerged as a world recognized technology and chemical company with international operations on three continents and sales in most every corner of the globe. We get into Jerry's background, core values, time in "big pharma" for 20 years, what led to his transition to Azon, mindset, success, significance, helping people, innovation, and more. Some topics covered:Training as a small fish in a big pond.Going from large public company to a small privately held company. Being 100% responsible for the sales and marketing effort for current and future products on a global basis. The every day classroom in his position and our industry provides. A focus on significance vs. success.How industry and world are ever changing, and so must we be. Turning a practice interview into a 20 year career.Innovation.and more....Jerry's info:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-schwabauer-3252228/AZON:https://www.linkedin.com/company/azon/https://azonintl.com/The Host:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: @JohnLWheaton1Instagram: @JohnLWheaton1Wheaton Sprague is also on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @wheatonsprague

Welcome to another episode of the Creating Structure Podcast! It's a pleasure to welcome Brian Fraley of Fraley Construction Marketing to the show. Brian is an experienced marketing executive, business owner, and veteran of the construction industry with a specific focus in Heavy Construction. But hold on! Like many past episodes we discuss a broad range of relevant topics related to construction, engineering, family business legacy, working for a business, starting a business, how to drive value, social media effectiveness, and more. I hope you'll listen to the entire podcast. We love your feedback. Please provide us with inputs!Topis include:Brian's background.Working initially for his father's marketing business.Growing up in a disciplined household.His family's roots dating back to his great-grandfather starting a heavy construction business in 1927Working as a Marketing Director for a Civil Engineering Company.Working as Marketing Director for APC.The difference between public work and private work contracts.How he and his former employer navigated through the 2007 crash.Starting a business in 2014How we provide value to clients.Social media marketing platforms; what is working; what is not; observations.Digital marketing vs. Print.Niche.Focus.Inbound vs. Outbound marketing.Content Marketing.Great wrap up you won't want to miss focused on mindset shift in providing value, informing clients, content creation, awareness.and more!Brian's Information:LinkedIn Personal: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmfraley/LinkedIn Company: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraley-construction-marketing/Company Website: https://fraleyconstructionmarketing.com/Check them out on Facebook: Fraley Construction Marketing Instagram: @FraleycmHost:Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.comBlog: https://johnlwheaton.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Twitter: @JohnLWheaton1Instagram: @JohnLWheaton1Wheaton Sprague is also on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @wheatonsprague

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Creating Structure Podcast with Max Perilstein, Communication Strategist focused primarily in the Glass and Glazing world. Max is an influencer in his own right, a marketing expert, and has deep relationships in the glass world. Yet, we cover a lot of ground in this engaging and fast moving discussion. Some highlights:Multi Generations in the glass business in the Perilstein family dating back to 1898 Sports production from his Ohio University Bobcat days.The memory of "Max Malone" broadcaster.Not wanting anything to do with the glass business but finding it "in his blood."Family business, working for others, starting a business.Further clarity on the "Battle for the wall."MarketingGlass performanceCOVID19 and Remote work vs In office; trends and observations.Business as "community."and more.Lot's of name dropping in this one!Enjoy!Links:Max-LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/max-perilstein-409ba111/Max's Bloghttp://www.fromthefabricator.blogspot.com/Sole Sourcehttp://ww.wsolesourceconsultants.com/Twitter: @MaxPSoleSourceThe Host:John-LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886/Wheaton Sprague:http://www.wheatonsprague.comJohn's Blog Word Press:https://johnlwheaton.com/Twitter: @johnlwheaton1 Audio production by Joshua Wheaton, WS Social Media Manager and Podcast Audio Production Engineer; Rust Belt Money Productions

Where do I begin with this one? Mic Patterson is a name in the facade, architecture, cladding, and innovation space, that needs no introduction to many. Mic and I go on a fun little journey here into a variety of topics including his background, education, growth, starting a business, transitioning a business, sustainability, book writing, glass, glazing, opaque walls, and Facade Tectonics formation. We land at some hot and relevant topics related to facade performance, sustainability, 2030 mandates, innovation, and more. Some topics covered include:Listening to Buckminster Fuller lectures at Univ of Illinois (visiting lecturer)Starting in Architecture and graduating in Industrial Design.Being a student of architect, forms, functional structures, process.SustainabilityBook writing and publishingPhD workFacade Plus formationFacade TectonicsEnergy Line item cost myopiaFacade "Geekdom"Biosphere II projectand moreFor relevant links:Mic Patterson on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/micpattersonAlso:www.facadetectonics.orgThe Host:Find on LinkedIn: John L Wheaton, PE, LEED APFind elsewhere: @johnlwheaton1 on Twitter and Instagram"Creating Structures Studios" is in the offices of Wheaton Sprague Building Envelope https://www.wheatonsprague.comJohn's Bloghttps://wordpress.com/view/johnlwheaton.comHashtags:#creatingstructure#creatingstructurepodcastAudio production by Joshua Wheaton, WS Social Media Manager and Podcast Audio Production Engineer; Rust Belt Money ProductionsEnjoy!

Get set for another interesting episode of the Creating Structure Podcast . My guest is Rose Dostal, AIA, ASID. Rose is a registered architect, interior designer, and owner of RMD Designs in Hudson Ohio. Rose is refreshing and has some unique perspectives based on her life and career path. Starting with immigrating from the Philippines to Canada to the USA and continuing through relocation, education, children, family, balancing priorities, and keeping alive her passion for design, we cover a variety of topics. Some of the topics covered include:Immigration and impact to familyStarting overPutting children and family 1stBalancing career Building coalitionsHosting a trade show at homeWhat interior design process can look likeFinding the "why" with clients in discovery interviewsImpact of color choicesOrganic growthImportance of networking and referralsSocial mediaand more....You can find Rose on the web:Business: www.rmddesignsllc.comTwitter: @RMD_DesignsInstagram: @rmddesignsFacebook: RMD DesignsThe host can be found also at :Business: www.wheatonsprague.comBlog on WordPress: https://wordpress.com/view/johnlwheaton.comTwitter: @johnLwheaton1Instagram: @johnLwheaton1LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886Audio production by Joshua Wheaton, WS Social Media Manager and Podcast Audio Production Engineer; owner of Rust Belt Money Productions

Can you say WOW? This is an engaging conversation related to the building facade, building enclosure, building skin, (building envelope). Helen Sanders is Cambridge educated, is an innovator, a PhD, a General Manager, a Facade Tectonics "Fellow", a presenter, integrator of ideas, influencer and more. We go into depth about the building envelope/enclosure on a number of topics including:EUI: Energy Use IntensityEUI "Myopia"U-Value: Real and ImaginedInnovationNet Zero EnergyCarbonThermal PerformanceAdoption of new technologiesCode ProvisionsDurabilityValue Engineering (realities )and more.....This is a substantive interview that touches on compelling issues in design, construction, installation, maintenance, and durability. Enjoy!Some additional links:https://www.facadetectonics.org/ https://www.facadetectonics.org/events/forum-nyc20 Look up Helen on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-sanders-a3ab064/Technoformhttps://www.technoform.com/enHost's company:https://www.wheatonsprague.comHosts blog:https://wordpress.com/view/johnlwheaton.comAudio production by Joshua Wheaton, WS Social Media Manager and Podcast Audio Production Engineer; Rust Belt Money Productions

Ralph Gatti is the former CEO of A.R.E., a leading manufacturing company. Starting from the manufacturing floor, Ralph moved from production to management, ownership, and eventual ownership transition, then to investor, serial entrepreneur, advisor. Ralph's story will inspire many who are just getting started, but also those with seasoned experience on how they can make a real difference. With all the talk about growth and "multiplier mindsets" today, Ralph has done it. If you've heard of 10x or 100x, how about Ralph's 532 X revenue growth? That's right; 532 X. From him being one of four employees to being owner and CEO of an 850 person company and a leader in their industry. From $180,000 in revenue to $96,000,000 in 30 years of steady year over year growth. Starting with humble beginnings, Ralph, and the conversation in this podcast, moves quickly from transition to transition. Topics discussed include:1. Making the shift from manufacturing floor to management, leadership, and ownership.2. How crisis can drive growth and strategic decisions.3. Spiritual Transformation and it's impact on business and people- faith in action.4. Business transformation.5. Ralph's philosophy of "Doing Good While Doing Good Business."6. "No Mission without Margin."7. Redemptive Workplaces8. Trust and Accountability.9. Healthy Routines10. Getting a "24 Hour day vs. an 18-19 hour day"11. 3:50 AM wake up times12. The virtues of being "Young, Dumb, and Enthusiastic"13. MentorshipAnd stay tuned throughout for a couple great quotes, one right about at 65 minutes, almost to the end of the Podcast.Please comment and share with your friends. If you could leave a review, we would welcome the feedback and inputs.

Welcome to another Creating Structure Podcast. This one moves quickly and covers a variety of topics with "Renaissance Man" Denny Adams, BSEE, MSEE. We cover Denny's background as an Electric Engineer in the defense industry, acoustics, early neural network development (early form of AI), lasers, proposal work, client feedback loops, capture strategies, mentoring, backpacking, mindset, music (his harmonica playing), priorities, exercise, woodworking, all inside an hour. In addition, we've added original intro music developed by our Audio Engineer and Beat-maker, music maker, production expert, Joshua Wheaton, social media manager for Wheaton Sprague and founder of Rust Belt Money Productions.Enjoy!

Welcome to this discussion between the host, John Wheaton, and guest Michael Kohler. This episode is focused more specifically on the curtain wall, glass, and glazing industry at the request of Katy Devlin with Glass Magazine and NGA as part of their "Outlook Tuesdays" discussion of trends and directions in our space. Our discussion takes us on a brief "history of curtain wall", Mike's background nationally and internationally, a look at "here and now", discussions on the importance of communication, collaboration, trends in BIM (Building Information Modeling), Training, development, and more. This discussion has application to other niche industries as well. Hope you enjoy the podcast!

This episode, our first, is a discussion with Dan Adams. Dan is the President, Founder, and chief visionary for AIM. We discuss his 29 years in corporate life, 15 years as an entrepreneur in his own business. There's substantive conversation around market segmentation, New Product Blue Printing, training, the meaning of strategy, advancing capabilities and more. Dan is an author, creator, leader, presenter, and has had many interfaces with top private and public companies. There's a lot of good "takeaways" hereEnjoy!