Dan Collison, senior director of business development and public affairs at Sherman Associates talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter. Collison discusses his career before coming to Sherman Associates, his beliefs about human flourishing and his job responsibilities.

David Grandstaff, president of Midwest and Southwest for Adolfson & Peterson, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Grandstaff talks about his new role with AP, opportunities and challenges in the construction economy as a whole and more.

Luke Grundman, litigation director at Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid, talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter. Grundman talks about Legal Aid’s work on fair housing and the current uncertainty surrounding Housing and Urban Development grants.

Taylor Boileau, co-founder of The Blueprint for Change, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson about her organization’s dedication to making construction jobsites safe, respectful and harassment-free for all workers.

Trevor Martinez, Midwest market lead for DevCo, talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter. Martinez discusses DevCo, his move back into affordable housing development and talks about his side gig as a teacher.

Colette Holt, founder of Colette Holt & Associates, which provides legal counsel and consulting services, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Holt discusses the future of DBE programs in Minnesota and how under-represented businesses can protect their interests.

Tyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics at the University of St. Thomas, talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter. Schipper talks about the economic impact of tariffs on the construction industry and the broader economy.

Jonathan Curry, executive director of the American Council of Engineering Companies of Minnesota, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Curry talks about attracting and retaining works as well as inspiring future generations of engineers.

Zak Yudhishthu, the writer of the ‘Penciling Out’ newsletter, talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter about land use and housing policy in the Twin Cities.

Gwe Gasco, program coordinator at 8th Fire Solar, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Gasco talks about his company, the marriage of solar thermal and hempcrete on a recent Lower Sioux project and his outlook for energy-friendly projects in 2025.