In this Peopleverse Podcast episode, Evan Troxel talks with Tim Yeiser of Dricrete about their innovative approach to concrete with integral waterproofing which is often used in underground parking. Dricrete pioneered a chemistry and concrete admixture to go into the concrete during the mix, which enables the building to ultimately be faster, cheaper, safer, less risky, and more sustainable than traditional membrane waterproofing systems. Tim and Evan also discuss the challenges of introducing a new product to the construction industry and the importance of partnerships and knowledge transfer throughout the design and construction process.

Episode Links:

• Tim on LinkedIn
• Dricrete website
• Dricrete on LinkedIn

In this episode Mehmet Zenginler of Tantimber joins host Evan Troxel on the Peopleverse podcast for an in-person interview in Tect’s booth at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, CA.

Today we discuss the benefits of using Tantimber Thermowood as a sustainable and durable building material, the importance of building relationships with architects and providing value early in the project by working to become trusted, reliable sources of the latest information in their product category, and more!

Episode Links

• Tantimber website
• Mehmet on LinkedIn

In this podcast episode, Patricia Yulkowski and Candace Kitchen of Total Door Systems join Evan Troxel in the Peopleverse to discuss the importance of building relationships and trust between the design community and the manufacturing community, particularly in the context of life safety and the importance of early engagement to avoid expensive mistakes in the field.

Episode Links:

• Total Door Systems website
• Patricia on LinkedIn
• Candace on LinkedIn

In this episode Cherise Lakeside, FSCI, CDT of RDH Building Science joins host Evan Troxel on the Peopleverse podcast for an in-person interview in Tect’s booth at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, CA.

The conversation covers topics such as the importance of product reps and their relationship with design professionals, the challenges of product selection, and the changing dynamics of the industry. They also discuss the AIA conference and the value of meeting and networking with other professionals in the field.

Episode Links

• Cherise on Twitter 
• Cherise on LinkedIn 
• RDH Building Science website
• Peopleverse episode 4 featuring Cherise Lakeside

Mike Kunard of Hidden Step Marketing joins the Peopleverse to discuss his experience in the building industry, including the importance of mentors and the value of wisdom over data. We also chat about the need to break down barriers and build relationships between design professionals and product experts to share knowledge and solve problems.

About Mike Kunard

After succeeding in the building materials industry for 20 years as manufacturer and distributor, Mike broke out on his own in 2020 to help small yet scalable manufacturers and lend his experience to help them come to market. His specialty is outdoor living products including decking and railing manufacturers. He is currently focused on supporting two frameless glass railing manufacturers: one from Australia serving residential markets and from Italy serving commercial and residential markets.

Episode Links

• Hidden Step Marketing website
• Mike Kunard on LinkedIn
• Hidden Step Marketing on Instagram

David Corle, CSI joins the Peopleverse podcast to talk about the importance of building personal relationships, mentorship, using humor on social media, the dangers of perfectionism, changing the perception of building product manufacturers from product-pushers to trusted advisors, and emphasizes the importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and service before sales in building trust and relationships.

Watch this episode on YouTube.

About David:

A third generation glazier, David spent the first fifteen years of his career gaining hands-on experience in the glass industry. Armed with that knowledge, in 2015 he joined one of the nations largest manufacturers of custom shower enclosures as the New England Regional Sales Rep. In 2018 he accepted the position of East Regional Sales Manager following the acquisition of a competitor and in 2020 was promoted to Director of National Hospitality Division, where he guides the development of A+D facing education and outreach initiatives.

David carries his passion and experience with glass into every conversation and hopes to educate, inspire and start conversations with his LinkedIn audience and the wider design community around the subjects of design, hospitality and the glass & construction industries.

Episode Links:

• HMI Glass
• HMI Glass blog
• David on LinkedIn
• HMI on LinkedIn
• HMI on Twitter
• HMI on Instagram
• HMI’s digital printing specs and information
• HMI's AEC Daily CE course
• David's previous Peopleverse podcast appearance
• Cherise Lakeside's appearance on the Peopleverse podcast & YouTube

Todd Miller of Isaiah Industries joins the Peopleverse to share his story and kick off season 2 with Tect’s architectural community director and host Evan Troxel.

Here's an episode highlight:

Hear Todd’s story of how the Metal Roofing Alliance was formed 25 years ago by a group of metal roofing industry competitors. What began with a plan that would sunset the organization in 5 years turned into an alliance of friends that helped transform the market share of steep slope metal roofing from 2% up to 17% and is still going strong after 25 years.

About Todd Miller:

Todd Miller is President of Isaiah Industries, a manufacturer of specialty residential metal roofing./ He is also one of the hosts of the Construction Disruption podcast. Todd has an educational website for property owners and others at www.asktoddmiller.com. He is also Vice Chair of the Metal Roofing Alliance as well as a current Board Member and Past Chair of Metal Construction Association.

Episode Links:

• Construction Disruption podcast
• Evan’s appearance on Construction Disruption
• Letitia Hanke’s episode on Construction Disruption
• Construction Disruption on YouTube
• Isaiah Industries website
• Todd's website
• Metal Roofing Alliance website
• Metal Construction Association website

Ian Merker, AIA, LEED AP joins the Peopleverse podcast live from the Tect booth in the expo hall at the American Institute of Architects National Conference on Architecture which took place on June 23-25 in Chicago, Illinois.

In this episode we talk about what attending the National Conference on Architecture is like from an architect's perspective and we discuss some professional activities architects are involved with—beyond their day job—to serve their communities. This peek into the life of an architect illuminates additional corners of the profession for those who want to know more.

About Ian:

Ian has close to 20 years of experience in managing the design and construction administration of major projects including developments in civic and education markets. Throughout his career, he has worked toward opportunities to practice high quality regenerative design and historic preservation. He is a strong believer that architecture and research combined with design thinking, strengthens society and in turn contributes to a positive sustainable effect on the world.

As an active leader in professional organizations, Ian has engaged in mentorship, industry commitments to climate action and historic preservation, and advocated the value of design and architecture to the community.

Episode links:

• Ian on LinkedIn
• Ian on Twitter
• CannonDesign website