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.

Jon Ruzicka, a first vice president at Marcus & Millichap, talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter. Ruzicka talks about how selling hotels is really like selling a business and what advice he has for people looking to switch careers into brokerage.

Drew Johnson, Oppidan Investment Co.’s senior vice president of development in the Midwest Region, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Drew Johnson talks about data center development in the Twin Cities and beyond.

Lisa Christianson, a senior vice president at Colliers, talks to F&C reporter Dan Netter about the transition from owning her own firm to joining Colliers, what advice she has for people looking to start their own business, and some predictions for where she thinks the market is going in 2025.