Episodes

March 6, 2024

Crafting Leadership Excellence with John L Gallagher, Jr

John Gallagher, the visionary behind Growing Champions Coaching & Consulting Company, brings over 25 years of expertise in Leadership and Lean methodologies to the forefront. Having consulted for global giants like IBM and academic powerhouses su...

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Feb. 7, 2024

From Fear to Trust: Strategies for Construction Challenges with Kevin…

Dig deeper into the essence of trust and leadership in the construction industry with Kevin Labrecque on our latest episode of The EBFC Show. Kevin, a renowned expert in project management, shares invaluable insights on fostering trust and maintainin...

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Jan. 3, 2024

Addressing Construction Industry Mental Health and Addiction Recovery

Dig into the heart of the construction industry's mental health and addiction recovery challenges on The EBFC Show. In this impactful episode, we welcome Chris Lalevee, a dedicated Business Agent (BA) who plays a vital role in advocating for workers'...

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Dec. 20, 2023

Get Curious About Lean Industrialized Construction with Kelly and Mel…

Step into the innovative world of construction on The EBFC Show, featuring Kelly Meade and Melissa McEwen from Haley & Aldrich, Inc. In this episode, we're joined by Kelly Meade, Senior Associate specializing in Lean Consulting and industrialized...

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Dec. 6, 2023

Customers are Rebuilding Construction with Relational Procurement wit…

Dig into a world where construction meets innovation in our latest episode of The EBFC Show! Join us as we welcome Alan Mossman, a visionary in Lean Construction, who shares his profound insights on how customers are revolutionizing the construction …

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Nov. 22, 2023

Revolutionize Construction: Business, Tech & Leadership Insights with…

Join us for a captivating episode with Adam Stark, a visionary in the realms of real estate and construction and a Special Forces veteran. Adam's remarkable journey in real estate began at a New York-based Developer, where he quickly ascended …

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Nov. 8, 2023

Unlocking Supply Chain Kaizen with Adam Lawrence

Adam Lawrence, author of The Wheel of Sustainability and a master of Kaizen, shares the transformational power of process improvement across the supply chain. With over three decades of experience and having facilitated 300+ Kaizen events worldwide, ...

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Oct. 25, 2023

Bringing the Soft Into Hard Construction with Cory Fisk

Cory Fisk, a passionate educator and construction industry expert, began her career in rodeo and horses, eventually finding her love for construction. She's dedicated to helping students realize their potential in construction management. Dig deeper ...

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Oct. 11, 2023

Thinking About How to Think: Mastering Lean Construction with Victor …

Unlock the secrets to Lean Construction and organizational transformation with Victor Ortiz, a seasoned consultant with a proven track record in Lean Construction Organization Development. Victor Ortiz's years of experience offer a unique blend of ac...

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Sept. 27, 2023

Mastering Effective Meetings in Construction with Evan Unger

Unlock the secrets to highly effective meetings in the construction industry with Evan Unger, a master facilitator with a proven track record of coaching others to transform chaotic meetings into organized, outcome-driven sessions. Evan’s years of ex...

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Sept. 13, 2023

Everybody Can Succeed with Lean Implementation, A Trade’s Lean Journe…

Blake Tormey takes us on a deep dive into the transformative world of Lean Construction, sharing stories from his remarkable journey in the industry — a journey kickstarted by an inspiring LCI Scrum presentation delivered by The EBFC Show’s very …

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Aug. 30, 2023

Psychological Safety: Opportunity and Responsibility - Kabri Lehrman-…

Are you curious about the evolving landscape of the construction industry and how professionals are driving positive change? If so, join us for an insightful conversation with Kabri Lehrman-Schmid, a respected Project Superintendent at HENSEL PHELPS ...

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Aug. 16, 2023

Respect for People: Unlocking Bluecollar Lean Leadership with Mack St…

Learn how Lean Leadership Management impacts you both personally and professionally. Mack Story shares his experiences training thousands of people to shift from traditional management to lean leadership. Join Mack Story and Felipe Engineer-Manriquez...

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Aug. 2, 2023

Building Owner Lean Construction with Tim Singleton

Navigating design and construction challenges while building strong relationships isn't easy. Tim Singleton, Assistant Vice President of Capital Projects at Northeastern University, shares nearly 20 years of wisdom from working on the owner's side so...

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July 19, 2023

Lean Construction Innovations in Government: A Path to Transforming

Step into the world of Lean Construction innovations as we explore the remarkable initiatives taking place in the municipality of Molde, Norway. Felipe entered a guest studio with Mette Holland, the Change Guide and Innovation Guide for Molde Municip...

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July 4, 2023

Unleashing Norwegian Construction Scrum: Insights from Bygglarm Confe…

What happens when #changemakers separated by 5,000 miles collide via social media? They go beyond just connecting. They engage and change with BIG consequences. Welcome to Norway. I was on location in Molde, attending the Bygglarm Conference, where c...

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June 21, 2023

Moving the Needle from Theory to Practice with Laura Cooley

Laura Cooley is a renowned expert in leadership and performance excellence in the construction industry. Laura explores the crucial role of systems thinking, effective communication, and continuous improvement across design and construction projects....

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June 7, 2023

Empowering Youth: College AND Trade School Options Building with Kevi…

Kevin Dobson, Founder and Executive Director of Capital College & Career Academy (CCCA) shares his passion for genuine education for kids that have been traditionally said you can get education for either college or trade school, not both. That was …

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May 24, 2023

The Art of Communication and Leadership in Construction with James Ga…

James Gable, General Superintendent at Adolfson and Peterson Construction and host of The Uncommon Communicator Podcast, highlights construction superintendents’ challenges and shares valuable tips and tools for improving communication and leadership...

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May 10, 2023

Unlocking Success in Construction: Mentorship and Networking with Pau…

Paulette Dallas, ACE Mentor Program Regional Director, explores the life-changing potential of mentorship and networking for aspiring students in the construction industry. Paulette reveals a world of diverse opportunities within the ACE Mentor Progr...

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April 26, 2023

Lean Moonshine Secrets with Steve B. Martin

Join host Felipe Engineer-Manriquez in this episode of The EBFC Show as he interviews Steve Martin, a seasoned lean/continuous improvement leader with over three decades of experience. Steve shares proven approaches to making things better, drawing i...

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April 12, 2023

Mastering Lean: Insights from Jake Harrell’s Food Industry Experience

Are you ready to learn about process improvement, communication, and personal growth while laughing along the way? Jake Harrell discusses his experiences in the food processing industry and his humorous insights about the implementation of lean princ...

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March 29, 2023

Trying Improvement on Purpose with Tatsuya “Tats” Nakagawa

Tatsuya “Tats” Nakagawa shares insights on his journey as an entrepreneur and inventor in the construction industry. His passion for helping others through podcasting, TikTok, and his book "Overcoming Inventoritis, the silent killer of innovation” pu...

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March 15, 2023

Unlocking Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Insights from Aura Robins…

Aura Robinson, Manager of Enhanced Project Delivery at ISL Engineering (Canada) shares her experience with integrated project delivery (IPD) and emphasizes the importance of collaboration and valuing people in an IPD setting. She also provides tips f...

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