Thirty-two years ago, Denise Resnik was told to institutionalize her son with autism. She built First Place Arizona instead.

Episode 53 of Building Buzz is live with Denise, founder and CEO of First Place Arizona. Today, First Place has housed over 250 adults with autism and developmental disabilities, helping them build independence, find jobs, and thrive in their communities. Now she's scaling the model nationwide through the First Place Global Leadership Institute.

President Buu Nygren is the youngest leader in Navajo Nation history—and he’s racing against the clock.

He joins Building Buzz, presented by Willmeng Construction, to discuss leading 27,000 square miles, deploying $400 million in road construction, and negotiating the largest water rights settlement in U.S. history.

“I don’t assume I’m coming back. Assume this is it. Four years. We’re going to be bold. We’re going to be ambitious. We’re going to work tirelessly.

President Buu Nygren is the youngest leader in Navajo Nation history—and he’s racing against the clock.

He joins Building Buzz, presented by Willmeng Construction, to discuss leading 27,000 square miles, deploying $400 million in road construction, and negotiating the largest water rights settlement in U.S. history.

“I don’t assume I’m coming back. Assume this is it. Four years. We’re going to be bold. We’re going to be ambitious. We’re going to work tirelessly.

President Buu Nygren is the youngest leader in Navajo Nation history—and he’s racing against the clock.

He joins Building Buzz, presented by Willmeng Construction, to discuss leading 27,000 square miles, deploying $400 million in road construction, and negotiating the largest water rights settlement in U.S. history.

“I don’t assume I’m coming back. Assume this is it. Four years. We’re going to be bold. We’re going to be ambitious. We’re going to work tirelessly.

President Buu Nygren is the youngest leader in Navajo Nation history—and he's racing against the clock.

He joins Building Buzz, presented by Willmeng Construction, to discuss leading 27,000 square miles, deploying $400 million in road construction, and negotiating the largest water rights settlement in U.S. history.

"I don't assume I'm coming back. Assume this is it. Four years. We're going to be bold. We're going to be ambitious. We're going to work tirelessly.

When you spend 20 years mastering one industry, then deliberately walk away to start fresh in another—that takes conviction.

In Episode 51 of Building Buzz, Paul Komadina shares what led him from commercial real estate to Alexander Building Company as Chief Strategy Officer, and why the transition has been more rewarding than he imagined. This conversation is packed with insights on what separates good leaders from great ones, how to build teams people actually want to be part of, and why Arizona's construction market is absolutely exploding right now.

Whether you're thinking about a career pivot, building a company, or just want to understand what's driving Phoenix's growth, Paul's perspective on people-first leadership and strategic growth is exactly what you need to hear.

Danny Seiden, President & CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry, joins Building Buzz for our 50th episode, presented by Willmeng. He shares his journey from law and public service to leading the state’s top business advocacy group, and talks about the challenges and opportunities shaping Arizona’s economy. From energy and infrastructure to semiconductors and supply chains, Danny explores what’s driving growth and what’s ahead for Arizona’s business future.

In this episode of Building Buzz, we sit down with Melinda Gulick, CEO of First Things First, to explore how access to quality childcare impacts workforce strength, community growth, and long-term economic development in Arizona.

Melinda shares the story behind First Things First and the unique partnerships that are reshaping how communities support working families. From success stories to opportunities for involvement, this conversation highlights why investing in early childhood isn’t optional—it’s essential for building a stronger future.

Get ready for a masterclass in real estate development. Mark Stapp, Executive Director of ASU’s Master of Real Estate Development (MRED) program, shares how ASU is redefining education through experiential learning and hands-on application. From training future industry leaders to shaping Phoenix’s urban growth, this episode is packed with insights on innovation, impact, and the future of real estate.

The newest episode of Building Buzz is out now!

Robyn Sahid from the Arizona State Land Department joins us to discuss the land auction process, her department's goals, and what’s next for some of the biggest parcels in the pipeline. She also breaks down how much land the department manages and how much is developable.