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CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsBuilding a Business With Honesty and Transparency Featuring Dervin WitmerRunning a specialized construction business, particularly in sectors like excavation and septic services, is fraught with unique hurdles. Many dedicated owners find themselves struggling to cut through the competitive noise, establish a truly memorable brand, or skillfully navigate the complex interplay of business growth, intense competition, and sound financial strategy. It's easy to feel like just another undifferentiated truck on the road.
But what if there was a way to transform these common industry challenges into distinct, powerful advantages?
Today, Taylor is joined by Dervin Witmer, the visionary behind Dig-it Excavating and Pump That Septic. D...2025-06-1638 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsBuy Back Your Time For Business Growth with Trent HarrisFeeling the pressure of wearing all the hats in your growing business? It’s a common battle, but what if the key to unlocking serious growth was learning to let go and trust others? This episode is for you.
Learn how Trent Harris, owner of Blue Collar Contractors Oklahoma Earthwork and Demolition, transformed his business by embracing delegation and strategic risk when he reveals his journey from a solo operator to leading a growing team. You'll discover how he navigates the complexities of scaling, managing multiple ventures, and the mindset required to push through challenges.
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CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsTaylor Talks Burnout, Hiring, and Finding Your ‘WhyRunning a construction company might look like pure success, especially with events like CONEXPO approaching. But in this solo episode, Taylor answers your questions and gets real about the hidden, intense pressures involved: managing multiple businesses, constant travel, endless cash flow worries, and balancing family. He describes this demanding tightrope walk, familiar to many entrepreneurs, as being filled with anxiety and burnout risk, impacting both business and personal health.Handling this pressure, building a strong team, and maintaining drive are crucial for survival in the construction world. Taylor shares his unfiltered battles with "copious amounts of stress"...2025-04-2126 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsDominate the Dirt Business Like John SeamanFeeling burnt out by client emotions in custom home building or struggling to navigate seasonal lulls and unexpected crises? John Seaman of JC Property Professionals joins Taylor to share his incredible journey from funding dirt bike habits with side jobs, through the demanding world of custom home building, to ultimately dominating complex dirt work and site development in North Carolina. Discover how he pivoted his business, built resilience, and learned to thrive by tackling the jobs others couldn't. Learn John's strategies for managing difficult projects on extreme terrain, diversifying revenue streams through strategic real estate development, and m...2025-04-0748 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsThe Secret Engineering Behind Everyday Machines with Andrew SchillerFrustrated with outdated manufacturing processes? Discover how engineering expert Andrew Schiller of Utah Tech University is revolutionizing how students and professionals think about design, automation, and the future of construction. Andrew reveals that engineering isn't just about calculations, you get to see real world applications of everything from start to finish.Download the FREE Step-by-Step Guide to Recruiting & Retaining the Best Workers: https://www.conexpoconagg.com/recruit🎯 BIGGEST TAKEAWAY [16:02]:"There's a really cool company right now called Toolpath Labs and they have an AI tool...you can loa...2025-02-1031 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsThe Truth About Running a Construction Business in 2024In today’s exclusive episode, Taylor takes center stage, embarking on a solo journey filled with invaluable insights gleaned from questions sourced directly from the CONEXPO-CON/AGG Instagram community. Delving into the heart of the construction industry's challenges, Taylor fearlessly addresses topics such as cash flow struggles, the significance of hard work in entrepreneurial endeavors, and the intricate dynamics of family-owned businesses. Through candid anecdotes and unfiltered reflections, Taylor offers a raw and authentic glimpse into the realities of running a thriving construction company while navigating the complexities of personal life.Throughout the episode, Taylor provides practical ad...2024-02-2638 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsEp 150: Brian Dietz - Growing a family business, it’s only possible when we’re on the same team.Taylor welcomes Brian Dietz, Co-owner of Bob Dietz and Sons Inc., to the podcast today, and together, they turn their spotlight on achieving enduring success in the construction industry, particularly as a family-owned construction business. Brian shares his personal journey, instilled with an outstanding commitment to excellence and a strong work ethic passed down through generations. The podcast spotlights the potent force of teamwork, harmonious family dynamics, and technology's role in propelling their enterprise towards a prosperous future. Stressing the importance of nurturing a supportive and collaborative work environment as the foundation for success within these unique enterprises, this...2024-01-2944 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsDenis Cashman - Living a Life That’s Worth LivingSAMHSA's National Helpline: 800-662-HELP (4357)The National Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential referrals and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, treatment, and recovery in English and Spanish.Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988Just Dial 988. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress.In today’s truly riveting episode of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG Podcast, Taylor engages in a captivating conversation with Denis Cashman, co-owner of Stone etc. Ltd., uncovering a multifaceted jo...2023-10-3039 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsSocial Media in Construction Can Be Done Differently with @diggerbryExcavator operator extraordinaire, Liam Bryan, better known as @diggerbry on social media, joins Taylor for a very special episode of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG podcast. Starting out as a bricklayer and eventually becoming an expert excavator who captivates online audiences with his finesse in asphalt fine grading, Liam’s journey within the construction industry is a truly remarkable one. Today, he shares details of this journey, highlighting his dedication and determination, as well as the thrill of creating engaging content on social media. Liam’s tale is one of breaking barriers, defying skepticism, and proving that age and backg...2023-08-0739 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsAn Unusual Path to the Industry, with Travis GemmellWelcome to another exciting episode of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG podcast as Taylor discusses the logistics of building a successful excavation business with his guest, Travis Gemmell, Founder of Walnut Grove Excavating. Today, Travis recounts his remarkable journey from the corporate realm to becoming a passionate business owner in the dirt industry, and shares invaluable insights into the importance of cash flow and strategic planning when starting a business. He also reflects on the challenges and lessons he has learned along his journey, and emphasizes the immense impact of having a dedicated and reliable team, as well as the unwavering...2023-06-1957 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsBuilding from the Ground Up: Tips from a New Construction Business OwnerEp. 139: Building from the Ground Up: Tips from a New Construction Business OwnerOn today’s episode, Dylan Mercier, owner of D2 Contracting, joins Taylor for a discussion centered on a number of topics, beginning with Dylan’s journey into the construction business and his decision to start his own company. Their conversation further focuses on the challenges that come with running a business in the industry, including underbidding and finding good employees. The two also reflect on their recent trip to CONEXP-CON/AGG, the largest construction trade show in North America, and Dylan shar...2023-05-0144 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsLive at CONEXPO-CON/AGG with Dana WuesthoffLive at CONEXPO-CON/AGG with Dana WuesthoffTaylor welcomes a very special guest to the podcast today, and he does so in an equally special location. Dana Wuesthoff, the show director for CONEXPO-CON/AGG, the largest construction trade show in North America joins Taylor at the Expo itself to discuss the planning and logistics involved in creating such a huge and hugely successful event. As the show director, Dana oversees a team of people and service vendors that work tirelessly behind the scenes to bring the event to life, and today she highlights the immense coordination and...2023-04-0322 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsPaving the Way for Online Success with Matt StanleyPaving the Way for Online Success with Matt StanleyIn this episode of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG podcast, host Taylor White speaks with Matt Stanley, a paving foreman, marketer for American Pavement Specialist, and founder of Raised on Blacktop about the themes of marketing, branding, and company culture in the construction industry. Stanley begins by sharing his family's history in the paving business, with three generations working for their family's company. The two then go on to discuss Raised on Blacktop, a merchandise and marketing company started by Stanley in 2020, and the success it has...2023-03-1342 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsThe Power of Networking and Relationship-Building with Dane CottenThe Power of the Right Balance of Relationship Building vs. Profit with Dane CottenThis week, Taylor interviews Dane Cotten, owner of DC Excavation, about a number of topics including his background, the growth of his company, and the importance of networking in the construction industry. Dane also reviews the family tradition that inspired him to start his own excavation company, his successful use of networking and relationship-building to grow his business, and the importance of these practices in the construction industry. Some major news about Taylor’s live podcast at the upcoming CONEXPO-CON/AG...2023-03-0642 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsInspiring Change in the Industry with Missy ScherberBuilding Personal and Professional Success in Construction with Missy Scherber In today’s episode, Taylor sits down with former host of the podcast and the owner of Big Machine Hustle and Scherber Roll-Offs, Missy Scherber, to discuss a number of topics, particularly the challenges of balancing work and personal life as a business owner. Throughout their conversation, the two relate to the overwhelming feeling of having to do everything, from managing multiple tasks to handling personal and professional relationships. They also focus on the importance of finding a stress-reliever that can help reduce anxiety and provide clarity of...2023-02-1351 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsGlobal Operator Challenge Finalist John Schiedeck Joins the Podcast!Living the Owner-Operator Life with John SchiedeckJoining Taylor on this episode is the world’s best operator (in our opinion) and CEO of Schiedeck Construction, John Schiedeck. John’s been in the construction industry for almost seventeen years and has worked as an owner-operator for the last six. He opens the episode with an overview of his history in the job, from growing up around the industry to racking up the hours with his blade before finally striking out on his own (with help from his wife!). Then, he speaks about some of the...2023-01-2344 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsBuilding a Rock-Solid Business and Reputation with Ryan GoodfellowBuilding a Rock-Solid Business and Reputation with Ryan GoodfellowIn this episode of the CONEXPO-CON/AGG podcast, Ryan Goodfellow from Rock Structures joins Taylor to share his background in the heavy equipment industry, including his experience with the CONEXPO show, starting his own business, and the challenges and lessons he has learned along the way. Throughout the episode, Goodfellow emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurship, hard work, and learning from mistakes in order to succeed in the business world. Ryan goes on to discuss the evolution of his business, how he got into u...2023-01-0946 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsSetting Your Construction Business Apart from the Rest with Jimmy StarbuckSetting Your Construction Business Apart from the Rest with Jimmy StarbuckTaylor’s guest today is Jimmy Starbuck, owner of Starbuck Excavation and a familiar face on social media. Jimmy dives right into his work with mass grading and trucking, talking through the services his company offers and the details of running his business. He then shares how he got where he is today, from learning to drive machines in the family company, to going into business for himself at nineteen, to carving out his place as a leader and organizer. He and Taylor al...2022-12-1947 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsNext Generation of the Construction Workforce is HereAdvocating for Everybody in Construction with Alexandra SmithOn today’s episode of CONEXPO, Taylor is joined by Alexandra Smith, aka Al the Little Operator, who runs equipment, installs septic systems, and shares Taylor’s love of wastewater treatment. Alexandra kicks off the episode by discussing what her job involves as a newly self-employed worker, her ambitions to learn septic design, and her background growing up in the construction industry. She and Taylor also get into some of the specifics of septic systems and the importance of standing your ground and maintaining your integrity rather than taking shor...2022-12-0556 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsGetting Ahead of the Trends in Construction with Luke Payne and Luke EggebraatenTaylor welcomes Luke Eggebraaten and Luke Payne, both successful business owners within the construction industry. Luke E is the Founder & Managing Partner of Phaser Marketing, which is a digital marketing agency for construction companies. Luke P, on the other hand, is the owner of the construction businesses: Black Iron Dirt & Demolition & Western Excavation LLC. They both share a passion for the “dirt world,” and they work and grow together with every mutual project.Tune into this episode to hear all about this perfectly complementary partnership. What started out as a close friendship grew to become a strong part...2022-11-1449 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsBuilding a Construction Empire Grounded in Community with Jeff CavanaghTaylor welcomes construction veteran and legend, Jeff Cavanagh, to the podcast to talk about the history of his family firm, Thomas Cavanagh Construction, the importance of building vibrant communities, and investing and trusting in the right people. The pair open the episode by discussing Cavanagh’s company history and familiarity with vertical integration. Since the late 20th century, the firm has done nothing but grow, and Jeff owes a lot of that success to his tough team that runs 1200 people deep. Since his father let him join the family business, Jeff has dutifully taken the time to hire and inve...2022-10-1038 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsManaging the Stress of Construction with Ryan PriestlyJoining Taylor White on the podcast this week is Ryan Priestly, President of Priestly Demolition, who you may know from the show Salvage Kings on the History Channel. Ryan kicks off the episode by discussing the scope of Priestly Demolition’s work, from bringing down power plants to bridge demolitions to asbestos abatement - taking on projects both big and small along the way. He shares his background as a second-generation industry member, having taken over the business from his father fifteen years ago, and how he’s worked to hone his workers’ skills and create a harmonious team who wo...2022-09-2646 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsTalking the State of Construction with Nick DrewOn this very special second episode of the podcast, Taylor welcomes Nick Drew, the man behind the infamous 'Digger Man Blog’, to talk about his early start in construction, his late blooming blogging skills, the realities of the construction industry, and, of course, CONEXPO. Nick opens up the episode by fondly remembering his childhood and the days he used to spend with his father at his job working on construction sites. It wasn’t until he was much older and more seasoned in the construction industry, however, that Drew got his start in his true calling, construction journalism. In 200...2022-09-1242 minCONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsPrepping for the Future of Construction with Scott Colclough of PushysixOn this highly anticipated episode of the podcast, Taylor White takes on the hosting duties and is joined by his very special guest, Scott Colclough. The pair talk about Colclough’s life, his business, his experiences with CONEXPO-CON/AGG, and the upcoming 2023 show. Upon getting his start in construction as an operator in Alberta, Scott acquainted himself with all of the skills, tools, and techniques that he could. Now after years and years in the industry, Colclough has taken to social media under the username @pushysix to teach people about construction and inspire others. He’s always felt that he had a...2022-08-2943 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsBuilding a Growth Mindset with Brian Hess of The Pavement Group/Top Contractor SchoolBrian Hess, founder and president of The Pavement Group and Top Contractor School is shaking things up when it comes to sales, marketing and client relations in the asphalt and concrete paving industry. At The Pavement Group, Brian’s team takes a data-driven approach to solving customer problems and maintaining the highest level of service. He’s taken what he’s learned and helps other contractors build more successful businesses through Top Contractor School – a training, coaching and community platform for industry newcomers and veterans alike. In this episode of CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio, Brian and host Missy Scherber...2020-12-2154 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsSalvaging the Industry with Ryan Priestly of Priestly Demolition Inc.While Priestly Demolition is in the business of tearing things down, the crew’s first job onsite is hunting for treasure. Salvage and sustainability has always been a cornerstone of the business for Vic Priestly, the company’s founder. Today, the King City, Ontario-based company has grown into one of the largest demolition contractors in Canada, under the leadership of Vic’s son Ryan Priestly. The company has a staff of about 300 people and a fleet that includes around 100 excavators. Notably, the company is the focus of the History Channel Canada’s original-series Salvage Kings, and they’re bring the spectator sp...2020-08-1858 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsDoing the Work with Mary Katherine Harbin of Maymead Inc.Mary Katherine Harbin caught the attention of the industry when she established the nation’s first all-female paving crew. The area manager and equal employment opportunity officer for Tennessee-based, Maymead Inc., has worked her way up the ranks and built a successful career in construction. As a nationally-recognized speaker on workforce development, Harbin joins host Missy Scherber to share expertise on mentoring employees, mitigating bias and discrimination and taking a progressive approach to hiring. They also discuss: Building your confidence as a leader Creating unity among the office and the field Breaking down barriers bet...2020-06-301h 02
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsBuilding Strong Relationships with Matt Stanley of American Pavement SpecialistsGrowing up, Matt Stanley and his three brothers were "raised on blacktop", working alongside their parents from the time they could hold a shovel at their Danbury, Connecticut-based paving business, American Pavement Specialists. Since then, the small company has grown into a big name in the paving world, starting their own clothing brand and sponsoring NASCAR driver Spencer Boyd. Matt runs everything from field operations to marketing, and he shares how building strong relationships with your family, crew and OEMs helps maximize your quality of work and success. Matt joins host Missy Scherber to discuss: - Making wo...2020-05-2951 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsMaximizing Your Technology Investment with Britton Lawson of Veit & CompanyYou may know him on Instagram as “Technology Sandbox” --- and Britton Lawson’s day-to-day job is just that ---- working with current and emerging construction technologies from grade control to telematics to bring efficiency to the jobsite. As director of construction technology at Veit & Company, Britton is the internal technology champion. He helps the organization get the best technology return on investment and evolve their processes for the future. Britton joins host Missy Scherber to discuss the current and future state of construction tech. They also cover: Moving from 2D to 3D grade contro...2020-04-0737 min
That's Riggin' Awesome Podcast2020 ConExpo/Con-Agg Construction Equipment Event Overview of Great Corporate Skills Development Programs2020 ConExpo/Con-Agg Construction Equipment EventOverview of Great Corporate Skills Development Programs2020-03-2558 min
Women of Asphalt: Where We BelongCreating Space for Women at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020This podcast is proudly sponsored by Blacklidge.On this episode of #WhereWeBelong, Natasha Ozybko and Kari Shiflett speak with Dana Wuesthoff, Vice President of Exhibitions & Event Services at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). Wuesthoff discusses AEM's partnership with Women of Asphalt and why it's so important to give women visibility at CONEXPO-CON/AGG.Connect with Women of Asphalt at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020. Check out our events.Support the show2020-03-0314 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsSuccessfully Running a Family-Owned Construction Company with Stacey Tompkins of Tompkins ExcavatingUnder Stacey Tompkins’ leadership, Tompkins Excavating out of Putnam County, New York has grown from a lawn mowing service provider to a woman-owned and family-operated, full-service commercial and residential excavation and landscape construction company. When she’s not dealing with dirt, she’s an active volunteer and mentor in her community and has been honored with numerous business and leadership awards. Stacey and host Missy Scherber discuss: - Investing in machine control technology - Developing a strong corporate culture - Increasing revenue 8x in six years - Balancing family and business Stacey will be participating in an influencer panel discussion and meet...2020-02-1154 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsCreating a Turnkey Experience with Chris Lane of Ronald Lane Inc.While Chris Lane’s company employs more than 430 West Virginians and Pennsylvanians, he says their goal isn’t to be the biggest, just the most complete pipeline contractor in the region. The 27-year-old of vice president, Ronald Lane Inc. say creating a turnkey experience for clients has been the secret to their success. The company has 13 locations, over 500 pieces of equipment and handles every aspect of pipelaying including clearing land, processing trees, directional drilling, painting, welding, backfilling and hydrotesting. Chris and Guest Host Dusty Weis also discuss: The pros and cons of a family business The impo...2020-01-1432 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsTelling Your Story with Aaron Witt of BuildWittHe goes by “Chief Dirt Nerd” and he’s taking the construction world by storm with his unique ability to tell stories about the hard-working men and women mining for our materials and building our communities. While Aaron Witt hasn’t taken a traditional path into the industry, it’s one he loves, and one he thinks others should love too. His goal as President of BuildWitt Media Group is to inspire others to think about construction and mining as a way of life through his photography, videos and lighthearted approach. Aaron and Host Missy Scherber d...2019-12-1053 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsMastering Your Interpersonal Skills with Don Swasing of Schlouch Inc.With more than three decades of heavy civil construction experience, Don Swasing knows a thing or two about building high performance teams. As Chief Operating Officer at Schlouch Incorporated, Don has developed safety and leadership training programs and built a culture of open communication. Don will be presenting three education sessions at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020 on profitability, conflict resolution and fleet management. Don and Host Missy Scherber dig into the topic of “crucial conversations” and why you need to master your interpersonal skills to drive better results. Once you learn how to effectively navigate high-stakes conversations, you’ll build credibility and strengthen...2019-11-1245 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsInspiring the Next Generation of Equipment Operators with Scott Colclough of PushySix®Armed with a Blackberry and mad operating skills, Scott Colclough started PushySix® in 2012 as a YouTube channel affectionately named after his Caterpillar D6. Scott has grown PushySix® into a globally recognized brand with a mission of inspiring the next generation of heavy equipment operators. Scott joins host Missy Scherber to talk about his passion for equipment and technology, as well as his vision for workforce development. They also dig into: The most critical factor for successful technology implementation The technologies that will bring the most dramatic change to the industry in the next five years The unta...2019-10-0847 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsGame Changing Construction Technology with Ryan Goodfellow of Rock StructuresAre your legacy operators hesitant to use machine control? Are you worried the barrier to entry is too high? Ryan Goodfellow, owner of Rock Structures Utility & Excavating, joins Host Missy Scherber to talk about what technology to take advantage of now to increase productivity for your business. They also cover: Mastering the groundwork to move from laborer to operator Building your clientele and repeat customers Persevering through times of economic turmoil Investing in your staff for improved performance and morale Planning your trip to CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2020 And six things you didn’t know about Ryan from his...2019-09-1051 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsGetting Aggressive with Your Business with Keaton Turner of Turner Mining Group Are you losing bids or struggling to recruit new employees? Is new technology passing you by? It’s time to channel your energy into the right areas to supercharge your business. Keaton Turner, president of Turner Mining Group, joins Host Missy Scherber for the inaugural episode of “Contractor Conversations” on CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio. They discuss: Taking the leap into starting your own business Where the mining industry is headed in the next 24 months Estimating, bidding and dealing with losses What technology and equipment is changing the game for Turner Using social media to tell your story and recruit your workforce 2019-08-1339 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsWireless Connectivity Drives Construction Digitization with Marc Eisenberg of ORBCOMMWith the emergence of the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, machine learning, predictive analytics, and prescriptive analytics, wireless connectivity is the foundation that is needed to make all these connected strategies successful. Host Peggy Smedley and Marc Eisenberg, CEO, ORBCOMM, discuss how the industry is continuing to evolve, the different types of wireless connectivity available today and still emerging for the future, and trends that will continue to drive automation and digitization forward in construction.2019-06-0425 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsImproving Safety & Compliance with Telematics with Fred Fakkema of ZonarFred Fakkema, vice president, compliance, Zonar, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to dive into the topic of telematics—and how it can help improve safety and compliance on construction projects, answering if digital records do in fact help with audits. Fakkema and Host Peggy Smedley dig into the top areas that telematics can help a construction fleet become safer, as well as the barriers to adoption. They also identify what a construction company should look for when investing in a telematics solution.2019-05-1324 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsMoving to Predictive & Prescriptive Maintenance with Christine Zeznick of Terex AWPNo matter the size of your aerial fleet, managing equipment is a priority. This podcast digs into how telematics can help monitor how equipment is performing, how often a piece is being used, where each unit is located, and if it is ready for maintenance. Host Peggy Smedley and Christine Zeznick, Genie Senior Product and Business Development Manager, Terex AWP, talk about telematics and the company’s new Genie Lift Connect. They also discuss how we are moving from a world where information is currently descriptive to one that is more predictive and prescriptive.2019-04-1120 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsArtificial Intelligence Opportunities for Construction with Ganesh Bell of UptakeArtificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) are here and they are changing the way businesses operate. Host Peggy Smedley and Ganesh Bell, president, Uptake, talk about what exactly they will look like for construction—and the drivers and big opportunities that exist. They also provide key advice for executives who are considering emerging technology, while also addressing the results AI can provide and the main risks at play.2019-03-1130 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsSolving Supply Chain Hurdles with Technology with Alexander Schuessler of SmartEquipThis episode identifies some of the biggest obstacles for contractors when it comes to supply-chain management—and how it has evolved in the past few years. Peggy Smedley and Alexander Schuessler, founder of SmartEquip and president of its International Group, talk about how technology can help increase efficiency from parts ordering to building materials delivery to equipment rentals —both today and in the future. They also offer tangible advice and strategies for contractors who are looking to get started using technology such as this—and the best steps to implementation. 2019-02-0727 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsChoosing the Right Machine Control for Your Needs with Max Winemiller & Richie Snyder of CASE Construction EquipmentLearn practical strategies for how to choose the right machine control on equipment such as bulldozers. Host Peggy Smedley and guests Richie Snyder, solutions marketing manager, CASE Construction Equipment, and Max Winemiller, director of CASE’s Road & Site Prep Division, talk about if it is best for contractors to invest immediately in more advanced systems and go all in—or if there are ways to take a more entry level approach and build from there. They also discuss what dozer owners and operators can do to improve their experience and enhance the machine’s value.2019-01-0727 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsHow Collaboration Software Drives Construction Productivity with Kris Lengieza of ProcoreTechnology is helping construction companies break down silos on the jobsite and improve labor-productivity growth. Kris Lengieza, director of business development for the Marketplace at Procore, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss why collaboration technology is important and the challenges with user adoption today. He also identifies the practical ways that a construction company can ensure the successful implementation of new software and the areas where it will provide immediate value.2018-12-1126 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsGetting Started with Fleet Management with Michael Ross of TakeuchiThere has been an uptick in construction companies leveraging fleet monitoring and management. Michael Ross, director of product, Takeuchi, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss trends in the space, share best practices for how companies can get started with fleet-management technology today, and provide examples of how construction companies have benefited. He also dives into the most important factors to consider when selecting the right equipment for the construction job.2018-11-0727 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsGo Stringless: Advances in Concrete Paving with Wirtgen AmericaWhile slipform pavers have been around for a long time, many contractors still hand form concrete pavements and sections. Wade Bowman, national sales manager, Wirtgen America, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to talk about the benefits that slipforming can provide and the challenges contractors face. He also dives into the topic of stringless paving and discusses if its time has come, identifying how a contractor can ensure success with stringless.2018-10-0924 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For Contractors2019 Construction Market OutlookA number of big trends are already emerging in 2018—and they have set the course for what is to come in 2019 and beyond. Ken Simonson, chief economist, Associated General Contractors joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss the overall outlook for the construction industry. He also discuss how trade disputes and tariffs are affecting the industry, the change in the labor market situation, and events that might make 2019 a better year for construction.2018-09-1128 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsAdopting Lean Construction PrinciplesLean construction first began roughly 20 years ago; and it developed out of the need for principles and practices for design and management. Today, it can help workflows become more predictable. Michael Carr, president of MOCA’s software products division, Touchplan joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss lean construction, last planner, and how to forecast the future of construction. Carr shares obstacles and benefits to using lean and where the industry needs to go to be successful.2018-08-2127 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsThe 3 Biggest Technologies Impacting the Construction SiteToday’s construction equipment has more capabilities to get more done and with fewer machines. The challenge is successfully implementing new technology. Andrew Kahler, product marketing manager, John Deere WorkSight and ForestSight joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss the biggest equipment technologies impacting the construction industry today and how it will impact work being done out at the construction jobsite. He also address how construction companies can go about implementing solutions and training operators.2018-08-0723 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsPreparing for the Connected JobsiteWhy has it taken so long for contractors to embrace technology at the construction jobsite? Chad Hollingsworth, CEO and cofounder, Triax Technologies, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss the connected jobsite and what it means for the construction industry. He identifies what kind of data is being collected today and how it is adding value. Hollingsworth also shares some of the best safety practices he has seen implemented on the jobsite and how technology providers are working together today to create a connected ecosystem.2018-07-1125 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsConstruction Recruiting Strategies: Using Tech to Attract Top TalentThe construction industry needs to help build the new America. The challenge is the industry is facing a skilled worker shortage. This is where technology enters the equation. Peggy Smedley and Ralph Gootee, cofounder and CTO, PlanGrid, talk about the skilled labor shortage and how technology can help with recruiting. They also broach the topic of how technology can be used on many of America’s infrastructure projects, helping solve some of the challenges that teams face today.2018-06-2029 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsCollaborative Resource Scheduling & Dispatching for Heavy ConstructionConstruction companies need to know where their assets are—and in the past this information hasn’t been readily available. Now, technology can help centralize all this information. Host Peggy Smedley and Doug Seyler, senior business analyst, B2W Software, talk about collaborative scheduling and dispatching in the heavy, civil construction sector. He gives some real-world examples of how a centralized software solution can connect schedulers and dispatchers with teams in the field to help optimize crews, equipment, and materials.2018-06-0625 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsUnlocking Construction Efficiencies with BIM/CIMThe way major transportation infrastructure projects are being planned is changing at a rapid pace with the help of new technologies. This podcast focuses on advances in transportation construction including railways, roads, bridges, and more. Host Peggy Smedley and Terry Bills, global transportation industry manager, Esri, talk about major changes in transportation infrastructure projects, the integrations of new technologies, and the trend toward the “sensorization” or the digitalization of transportation assets and how that will impact the industry.2018-05-2331 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsAdvancing Cement & Concrete Sustainability with Connected DevicesMinimal waste and an efficient workflow are two of the top priorities when working with materials such as cement and concrete. Contractors need a reliable solution that decreases the time of the labor force and reduces pollution. Mark Roberts, director of Verifi Research and Development, GCP Applied Technologies, chats with CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio Host Peggy Smedley about how it is advancing sustainability with connected devices and the future of devices in the concrete and ready mix industry.2018-05-0930 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsPreparing Tomorrow’s Paving Workforce: Trends in Asphalt & ConcreteFrom equipment, to materials, to technology, and everything in between, asphalt and concrete paving is changing in the construction industry. Peggy Smedley and Andrew Jeffries, vice president of construction, Kansas Asphalt Inc. (K.A.I.), discuss everything from emerging technologies with paving equipment to how the materials have changed and the impact on the environment. They also address how the skillset requirements for worker to supervisor has changed and trends with workforce development associated with paving.2018-04-1724 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsManaging Digital Transformation in the Construction IndustryDigital transformation is happening in the construction industry today. This podcast zeros in on helping teams get ready for the change. Peggy Smedley is joined by Claire Rutkowski, chief information officer, Bentley Systems. They discuss why the construction industry is behind, what is driving change and why construction is under pressure to leverage digital transformation to increase productivity. They also identify how to help teams through the change.2018-04-1024 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsHow to Save 50% Using GNSS TechnologyEarthmoving is incredibly expensive. Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) produces ground that is at the correct slope, height, compaction and moisture faster for contractors. This podcast identifies how machine guidance technology works as well as applications for the construction industry. David Rowlett, U.S. manager for the Machine Control Division of Leica Geosystems joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG radio to discuss trends in the construction industry, the impact of technology, and the role of GNSS in construction, offering tips for the jobsite and insights for the future.2018-03-2726 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsUsing Technology to Reduce Work Zone AccidentsEach year, 1.25 million people are killed on roads. Another 50 million are injured—but this can be solved with the help of technology. Road safety management, safer vehicles, and safer users are the first steps to reducing road accidents. David Braunstein, president, Together for Safer Roads, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to talk about road safety in the construction industry. Braunstein and host Peggy Smedley discuss training, technologies, and equipment safety.2018-03-1927 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsMining Technology Improves Sustainability, Operator Comfort, ProductivityMining technology and data collection has evolved in the last 15 years. Mining construction and operations contractors are now better able to predict extraction costs, increase machine efficiency and accuracy, and reduce their environmental impact. Steve Heap, vice president of commercialization for specialty excavation, pipeline, recycling, and forestry, Vermeer, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss how technology advances can improve equipment operator performance and lead to a safer and more productive jobsite. He discusses the four pillars of mining technology, and how remote machine operations lends itself to a generation of new operators that has grown up playing video games.2018-02-2024 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsRFID Technology: How Your Company Can Benefit from Asset TrackingConstruction companies face a unique set of challenges when it comes to asset management. Ensuring people, materials and equipment are in the right place at the right time is critical to the success of a project. Radio-frequency identification (RFID) can help automatically identify and track tags that are attached to objects. With RFID, contractors can reduce the amount of time it takes to find tools or equipment and eliminate reorders of misplaced materials. David Beaton, director of construction services, Atlas RFID, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss how RFID can increase labor productivity on construction sites and how a...2018-02-1328 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsOptimize Your Jobsite for Higher Productivity & ProfitabilityGrade control and machine diagnostics can improve productivity and safety in construction. The challenge is learning how the technology works and implementing it on projects. Andrew Kahler, product marketing manager, John Deere WorkSight joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to talk about what this technology means for today’s contractor and the jobsite, discussing challenges, benefits and opportunities for the future.2018-01-1720 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsHow Machine Control is Impacting ConstructionConstruction jobsites are humming with a number of different pieces of heavy machinery. The use of machine control can help accurately position machinery based on design models and GPS systems. This podcast will address how technology is continuing to evolve, and how heavy equipment operators can gain greater efficiency and accuracy on jobsites. Murray Lodge, senior vice president and general manager of the Construction Business Unit, Topcon, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss how contractors can stay competitive and make big productivity gains in 2018.2018-01-0324 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsUsing Mobile Data to Evaluate and Manage Your Construction BusinessThere is a big change happening today with the way construction workers interact with data, and it is impacting the dynamic of how work is done at the jobsite. Many contractors are already aware of this, but don’t necessarily know where to start. This podcast addresses the challenges and solutions. Isaac Barlow, founder and CEO, busybusy, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss how smartphones are changing construction technology and the best way to adopt mobile apps.2017-12-2123 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For Contractors2018 Construction Market Outlook2017 has been a big year for the construction industry, as the market has begun to pick up. This podcast will look to the future and identify trends about what to expect in the year ahead. Ken Simonson, chief economist, Associated General Contractors of America joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to discuss the construction market outlook for 2018, addressing trends related to labor availability, natural disasters, infrastructure funding, and emerging technologies.2017-12-0626 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsUsing Big Data to Influence Equipment Operator BehaviorLabor productivity growth in construction has averaged only 1 percent a year during the past two decades. Big data and intelligent machines can help support construction companies out at the jobsite. How can your operators harness it? This question, and many more, will be addressed in this podcast. Karl-Johan Timbäck, productivity services business manager, Volvo Construction Equipment, joins CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio to help operators understand how to interact with all this data.2017-11-2125 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsAdditive Manufacturing is Coming to ConstructionSince the early days of 3D printing, discussion has emerged about the potential benefits, hurdles, and opportunities for implementing additive manufacturing technology into the construction of full-scale buildings. While the technology is still in its infancy, it has the potential to significantly improve current construction methods. Will 2018 be the year of 3D printing for construction? Will this change how business is done out at the jobsite? Omid Davtalab, PhD candidate at University of Southern California and R&D software engineer and data scientist at Contour Crafting Corporation, joins host Peggy Smedley to discuss everything contractors need to know about...2017-11-0830 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsWho Owns the Equipment Data?Construction equipment is coming installed with more technology than ever before, but one question remains: Who owns the data? Is it the rental company, the manufacturer, or the construction company? Host Peggy Smedley is joined by Ronak Amin, business solutions professional, Komatsu America Corporation, to discuss all the considerations construction companies will need to keep in mind when leveraging data from equipment, including security, implementation, training, and more. Amin's unique vision will influence the way end users perceive and consume data, making them more agile in their decision making.2017-10-2521 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsLeveraging the Latest Advances in Construction EquipmentThe construction jobsite is changing, as new sensors, telematics, and advances in fleet management emerge. Fred Fakkema, vice president, compliance, Zonar, joins host Peggy Smedley to discuss safety and compliance, the ELD (electronic logging device) mandate, and what operators need to know about the changing construction jobsite. They take a deep dive into creating operating efficiencies and how to leverage the latest advances in equipment, all while meeting mandates and regulations.2017-10-1124 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsConstruction Telematics EvolvedWhere is there opportunity for improvement in your construction operation? Telematics technology is rapidly evolving, supplying massive amounts of data about your jobsite. Tony Nicoletti, director, strategy and business development, DPL Telematics joins host Peggy Smedley to discuss how telematics usage has moved from machine system monitoring to driver behavior and performance. Tony shares best practices for technology implementation, with a focus on safety and efficiency improvement. 2017-09-2627 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsInside Industry 4.0Welcome to the next industrial revolution. Industry 4.0 is transforming the construction industry, and will increasingly impact workers and operators on your jobsite. Host Peggy Smedley is joined by Jose Blanco, associate partner from McKinsey, who leads the company's engineering and construction and digital efforts for North America. The two of them discuss why construction is one of the least digitized sectors and which technologies have the greatest potential in the short and medium term.2017-09-1230 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsImplementing a Drone Program for Your Construction BusinessLast year, the FAA changed its rules on drone use. Now, the construction industry has the ability to fly them for everyday business, opening up new opportunities to leverage endless amounts of data. But there is still a lot to take into consideration. How do you get started? What steps should you take to train your staff? What do the FAA regulations really say—and what do you still need to be careful of? George Mathew, chairman and CEO of Kespry joins host Peggy Smedley to discuss all of this, and more.2017-08-2326 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsSafe Excavation - Call 811Every six minutes, an underground utility line is damaged because someone didn't call 811 at least two days before digging. This episode, featuring David Wisniewski, VP of utility commercialization at Vermeer Corporation, focuses on what contractors need to know in order to create a safer jobsite, in advance of August 11 National Safe Digging Day. 2017-08-0328 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsWhat's Coming for Robotics in Construction2017-07-2712 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsA Look Into the Fleet of the Future2017-07-2714 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsBuilding a Connected Construction Fleet2017-07-2714 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsDrone Market Trends2017-07-2715 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsChallenges and Opportunities in the Equipment Rental Market2017-07-2012 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsIncrease Your Construction Equipment Uptime2017-07-2014 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsHow Autonomous Trucks Will Advance Work Zone Safety2017-07-2014 min
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CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsThe Future of Composites on the Construction Jobsite2017-07-1312 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsRent or Buy? Equipment Trends You Need to Know2017-07-1315 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsHow to Comply with the ELD Mandate2017-07-1314 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsInfrastructure Ahead2017-07-1315 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsWork Zone Safety Tips2017-06-2912 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsDoes Increased Productivity Lead to Increased Accidents?2017-06-2914 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsBoost Your Career with Safety Certifications2017-06-2914 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsWill Wearables Make You Safer at the Jobsite?2017-06-2914 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsHow Technology Can Keep Construction Workers Safe2017-06-2212 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsSafety Advances in Construction Equipment2017-06-2214 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsThe Improvements a Safety Champion Can Bring to Your Jobsite2017-06-2214 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsSummer Construction Safety2017-06-2215 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsHow Construction is Leveraging Technology for Safety2017-06-1512 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsKey Factors Behind Construction Jobsite Accidents2017-06-1515 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsWashing Systems Safety2017-06-1514 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsInfrastructure Safety2017-06-1515 min
CONEXPO – CON/AGG Podcast: Construction Business Insights For ContractorsThe Tech Experience at CONEXPO-CON/AGG2017-03-0915 min
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