ICI Digs Deep

"Your off-season is our in-season!" On this episode of ICI Digs Deep, ICI President Richard Hedgecock and ICI Director of Government Affairs Dan Osborn provide an update on all the exciting things happening at ICI in 2024. Our team has been busy achieving record-breaking safety numbers, executing joint co-ops, participating in Purdue Road School and much more.

Indiana Constructors, Inc. President Richard Hedgecock sat down with ICI Centennial Chair David Heyde (E & B Paving, LLC). Chairman Heyde shared his insights about his long experience in the industry and the valuable legacy he intends to pass on to the next generation of road builders.

In today's episode, ICI President Richard Hedgecock and associate member cmcglobal's President, Jeff Cummings discuss the past, present, and future of ICI events. Including details about this years Centennial Convention.

During the December 1st membership meeting, Charlie McCullough discussed with several members regarding the outcome of 2023, expectations for 2024, and more. Please enjoy this compilation of interviews and have a fantastic holiday!

ICI Director of Talent Development Eric Fisher and and 2023 ICLI graduates Amy Henningfield (Superior Construction), Merideth Hughes (Milestone Contractors, L.P.) and Justin York (Brooks Construction Co., Inc.) gathered at the ICI offices to reflect on their growth throughout the program. They discussed what they had learned that helped them evolve as leaders and how they could apply those insights to their current companies and beyond.

In this week's episode, ICI President Richard Hedgecock and Director of Safety & Training Jim Wood discuss the reasons behind mental health being a major concern in the industry.

ICI President Richard Hedgecock and Director of Talent Development Eric Fisher discuss engaging with students and influencers to support the future workforce in local communities.

This week's special Centennial Countdown episode of the ICI Digs Deep podcast features living legends sharing what brought them to the industry and why they stayed.   The episode features 2019 interviews of David Heyde (E & B Paving, LLC), Don Adamson (Fox Contractors Corp.), Tony Evans (E & B Paving, LLC) and Dan Brown (Phend & Brown, Inc.).

Join ICI Director of Government Affairs Dan Osborn and VP/Area Manager Corey Baugh (Milestone Contractors, L.P.) on this episode of ICI Digs Deep. This duo of experts will break down what went down at the May 31st statewide meeting with INDOT, work zone safety, and more.

On this week's episode of ICI Digs Deep, Anthony Huey from Reputation Management, LLC shares valuable insights on communication strategies and best practices for road builders in Indiana. Whether you're a CEO or a Project Manager, this podcast is a crash course you won't want to miss.

This episode of ICI Digs Deep features ICI Director of Safety & Training Jim Wood and safety pros Matt Favory (Brooks Construction Co., Inc.) and Russell Randle (Milestone Contractors, L.P.). The crew will talk through elements of a successful safety program including tips you can use in your next safety huddle.

Indiana Constructors, Inc. President Richard Hedgecock interviews The Hoosier Company's Jim Nordhoff so members can get to know our association's 2023 Chairman better.

ICI President Richard Hedgecock and Manager of Strategic Communications Charlie McCullough sit down and discuss what is happening "across the street" at the 2023 Legislative Session.

Join us for the final ICI Digs Deep episode of the year featuring industry voices captured at the 2022 Membership Meeting. Listen in as members look back on 2022, forward to 2023, and go into detail on what being an ICI member really means.

Join Jana Chirico in this week's In Good Company as she talks about her journey at Laura Kopetsky Tri-Ax, Inc., from beginning as a truck driver, to bringing her newborn with her to the office, to becoming heavily involved in community service projects. Tune in to hear about her favorite aspect of the industry (hint: it's probably your favorite aspect as well!)

Get the latest from ICI's new Director of Talent Development Eric "Fish" Fisher on this week's ICI Digs Deep podcast. Learn about the civil construction pathway, engagement with Indiana high schools and how members can get involved in developing the next generation of Hoosier highway, heavy and utility constructors.

ICI Director of Safety and Training Jim Wood chats with IOSHA Interim Commissioner of Labor Michelle Ellison about record-keeping and employee safety performance. The dynamic duo will also shed some light on the Indiana Department of Labor's INSafe program.

Tune in for a conversation between ICI's Director of Government Affairs Dan Osborn and Force Construction Company, Inc.'s Senior Project Manager Tom Rayburn. They'll be serving the hot takes on the June 1 ICI/INDOT Statewide Joint Cooperative Committee Meeting that you just won't get out of a set of meeting minutes.

On this week's In Good Company episode, meet Kimberly Arndt. One of the owners of Lutgring Bros., Inc., she shares her love of our industry and the importance of Hoosier family businesses.

Tune in as ICI President Richard Hedgecock and Director of Member Engagement Andria Hine give you the inside scoop on ICI summer events – including special intel for podcast listeners.

This week on the pod, Richard Hedgecock talks with Jeremy Agulnek of HAAS Alert. They dive into all the ways (or... Waze?) connected vehicles can positively impact traffic safety and give an update on testing and implementation of the technology.

ICI Director of Safety & Training Jim Wood sits down with 2021 ICI Safety Program Award recipients Bob Montel, safety manager, Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc.; Greg Bridges, senior safety manager, Irving Materials, Inc. for E & B Paving, Inc. and Specialties Company, LLC; and Sheryl Wiser, director of safety & risk management, Fox Contractors Corp. These industry safety icons will share how training, technology, positive reinforcement and management support contribute to the success of their safety programs.

In 2024, Indiana Constructors, Inc. turns 100 years old. From now leading up to our centennial celebration, we'll periodically highlight stories from the last 100 years on the podcast. This week, Tom Dapp of Gradex, Inc. shares stories with ICI Manager of Digital Media & Communications Sara Marshall about his tenure in the industry. Visit https://ici100.org/throwback-with-tom-dapp/ to view bonus content from this interview, like additional audio clips and photographs.

Learn about ICI's labor guru Stuart Buttrick of Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in this week's Associate Spotlight episode. You'll learn how he got into law (hint: his mom) and why he stays! To learn more about this week's sponsor, Jobsite Supply, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Jobsite-Supply-1500

This week on the pod, Dan Osborn (ICI) and Mark Nagle (Milestone Contractors, L.P.) recaps the March 22 ICI-Side ICI/INDOT Statewide Joint Cooperative Committee Meeting, with particular emphasis on inflation, supply chain issues and unawardable contracts. To learn more about this week's sponsor, M.J. Schuetz Insurance Services, Inc., visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/MJ-Schuetz-Insurance-Services,-Inc-1634

Learn how Brooks Construction Co., Inc. has structured its high school internship program (including tips on OSHA compliance, insurance and union collaboration) in this week's Skill Up episode, hosted by ICI Manager of Talent Development Julia Polston. To learn more about this week's sponsor, BSALifeStructures, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/BSA-LifeStructures-1458

Join ICI Director of Safety & Training Jim Wood as he chats with Cory Collins, MacAllister Machinery Company, Inc., about advances in safety technology available in heavy equipment. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Cardinal CPA Group, LLC, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Cardinal-CPA-Group,-LLC-2153

Meet Terrie Brookie with Frost Brown Todd LLC in this week's In Good Company episode. Learn about his career journey and his advice for attorneys interested in construction law.

Meet 2022 ICI Chairman Andrew F. Brooks. Learn about the importance of talking to your legislators – especially at the state level – and how generations coming up through the industry ranks should get involved in the association. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Midland Tool & Supply, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Midland-Tool-Supply-2245

Listen to the voices of the Indiana Transportation Team recorded during Tuesday's Partnering Conference to get a sense of the event and what it means to Hoosier road builders.

Tune in to this week's In Good Company episode as we chat with Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc.'s Emily Bay. Learn how contractors can use social media not only to market their business, but also to share company values with prospective employees. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Somerset CPAs, P.C., visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Somerset-CPAs,-PC-1531

ICI's Manager of Talent Development Julia Polston talks with Dr. Carolyn Goerner on the art of self-promotion. You'll learn why it's important, not only for career advancement but for relationship building. Find out how to toot your own horn without feeling awkward in this episode. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Kosmos Cement, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Kosmos-Cement-2240

Tune into the final ICI Digs Deep episode of the year featuring industry voices captured at the 2021 Membership Meeting. Listen in as members reflect on 2021 industry conditions, projections for the new year and everything in between.

Join Purdue University's John Haddock as he gives ICI members a behind-the-scenes look at the development of wireless electric vehicle charging technology. To learn more about this week's sponsor, D2 Land and Water Resource, Inc., visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/D2-Land-and-Water-Resource,-Inc-1471

ICI's Director of Government Affairs Dan Osborn chats with Milestone Contractors, L.P.'s Corey Baugh about the ICI/INDOT Joint Cooperative Committee experience and one of the hot-ticket items on today's statewide meeting agenda: subgrade treatment and how to improve it. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Quality Bridge & Fab, Inc., visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Quality-Bridge-Fab,-Inc-2033

Meet Mark Bentley of Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc. and learn what it takes to deliver Thanksgiving meals to 600 local families. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Indiana Logo Sign Group, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Indiana-Logo-Sign-Group-1494

Eccentric businessman Carl G. Fisher was full of ideas, like flying an automobile attached to a hot air balloon and bargaining with Henry Ford over a pigpen at the Michigan State Fair. Hear the tale about how one of his grandiose ideas inspired Dwight D. Eisenhower to sign the National Interstate and Defense Highways Act into law nearly 40 years later. To view the accompanying photo gallery to this podcast, visit: https://ici100.org/lincoln-highway-bonus-content/

On Nov. 4, OSHA announced its Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) requiring employers with 100+ employees to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations or require weekly testing. The ETS faced an immediate challenge and is now making its way through the courts. Learn from ICI's labor team how the ETS impacts Hoosier employers. To watch the Faegre Drinker webinar, visit: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/3478427/282C21BE479356BA01C7B3E796287B53?partnerref=Website To learn more about this week's sponsor, Zurich Surety, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Zurich-Surety-1547

ICI's labor experts delve into Executive Order 14042: Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors – who it applies to (and who it doesn't) and what Hoosier contractors should know about compliance. Additional EO 14042 resources: https://www.faegredrinker.com/en/insights/publications/2021/9/president-bidens-covid-19-action-plan-mandates-vaccines-for-many-employees https://www.faegredrinker.com/en/insights/publications/2021/9/safer-federal-workforce-task-force-issues-covid-19-workplace-safety-guidance-for-federal-contractors https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/09/09/executive-order-on-ensuring-adequate-covid-safety-protocols-for-federal-contractors/ https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/ Additional OSHA ETS resources: https://indianaconstructors.org/covid-19/ To learn more about this week's sponsor, Hercules Machinery Corp., visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Hercules-Machinery-Corp-1490

In this second part of our two-part workforce development update, David Dalton of INDOT and Eric Fisher of Hamilton Heights High School talk about the first BY Roads class of adult learners, as well as their main takeaways from the AGC workforce summit they attended. To listen to the episode we published one year ago, click here: https://anchor.fm/indianaconstructors/episodes/ICI-Digs-Deep-Workforce-Development---Part-2-ei3a71 To learn more about this week's sponsor, Hare Truck Center, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Hare-Truck-Center-1489

The kids are alright, thanks to the partnerships formed between our members and local schools. Check in with Chad Sutton (Garrett High School) and Eric Fisher (Hamilton Heights High School) in the first part of this two-part workforce development update. To listen to the episode we published one year ago, click here: https://anchor.fm/indianaconstructors/episodes/ICI-Digs-Deep-Workforce-Development---Part-1-ehm4f3 To learn more about this week's sponsor, Parsons, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Parsons-2211

Get to know Rob Baumgartner of MJ Insurance, Inc. and learn about the company's commitment to giving back to the community in this week's Associate Spotlight episode. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Rudd Equipment Company, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Rudd-Equipment-Company-1523

Spend your morning with Brian Triska, Traffic Control Specialists, Inc., as he talks about the family business, the importance of communication and his thoughts on how to make work zones safer. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Faegre-Drinker-Biddle-Reath-LLP-1480

In this week's episode, ICI's Dan Osborn and guest Don Adamson (Fox Contractors Corp.) take a deeper look at materials cost escalation and its impact on the industry, as well as the importance of law enforcement officers on jobsites. To learn more about this week's sponsor, County Materials Corporation, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/County-Materials-Corporation-1469

Spend your Friday morning with Amy Zakutansky, President of Indiana Sign & Barricade, Inc., as she recounts her career journey and talks about the importance of investing in people. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Travelers Companies, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Travelers-Companies-1534

Join Jim Wood and Jennifer Lastra, CEO of 360 Immersive, LLC, to see how technology can enrich your safety training—no VR headset required. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Rogers Group, Inc., visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Rogers-Group,-Inc-1730

Find out how Purdue University's Darcy Bullock is using technology in creative WAZE (you'll see what we did there) to help make work zones safer. To learn more about this week's sponsor, BP Asphalt, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/BP-Asphalt-1456

In 2024, Indiana Constructors, Inc. turns 100 years old. From now leading up to our centennial celebration, we'll periodically highlight stories from the last 100 years on the podcast. This week, Kevin Kelly of Walsh & Kelly shares stories with ICI Communications Associate Sara Marshall about growing up in the family business. Visit https://ici100.org/throwback-with-kevin-kelly/ to view bonus content from this interview, like family photos, historic documents and a never-before-seen interview between Kevin's grandfather John F. Kelly and Jim Newland, former Executive Director of ICI.

If you see something, say something. Don't look away. ICI Director of Safety & Training Jim Wood discusses how most accidents aren't OSHA violations, but simple human errors in this Safety First episode. To learn more about this week's sponsor, USI Consultants, Inc. visit https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/USI-Consultants,-Inc-1541

Join ICI President Richard Hedgecock and Build Indiana Council Executive Director Brian Gould as they discuss the BIC PAC. What is it? Why is it important? How can your company contribute? To learn more about this week's sponsor, Ice Miller LLP, visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Ice-Miller-LLP-1493

Join Dan Osborn, ICI Director of Government Affairs, and Richard Hedgecock, ICI President, as they discuss the hot topics coming to the Region Joint Coop Meetings this month. To learn more about this week's sponsor, Midwest Tile & Concrete Products, Inc., visit: https://members.indianaconstructors.org/A-Z/Midwest-Tile-Concrete-Products,-Inc-1512