Building Buzz Podcast

From Europe to Arizona: Norty Turner is leading one of the region's most respected equipment rental companies.

Episode 56 of Building Buzz is live with Norty Turner, CEO of Sunstate Equipment. He's leading 2,200 people across 109 locations in 16 states, rolling out operational improvements shaped by 11 years in Europe, and expanding into specialty markets like trench and power generation.

"Equipment rental moves really, really fast. It gets in your blood."

What happens when you design a building inspired by Mario Kart? You get Rainbow Road—and it just opened on Roosevelt Row in Downtown Phoenix.

Episode 55 is now live! Zac Cohen of Intersection Development breaks down why Phoenix needs architecture that makes you feel something. From 12-sided buildings that appear to move to the upcoming Atari Hotel that's more entertainment complex than traditional lodging, discover how developers are betting big on experiential design.

"Every building should evoke an emotional response—love it or hate it."

Cheryl Lombard is back in Arizona—and leading one of the state's most influential commercial real estate organizations.

Episode 54 of Building Buzz is live with Cheryl, CEO of NAIOP Arizona. With a membership exceeding 1,000 and backed by more than 120 corporate sponsors, she's guiding one of the nation's powerhouse chapters. She discusses navigating Arizona's energy demands, water challenges, and transportation infrastructure.

From conservation work to energy policy to leading developers, she brings a unique perspective on the tools Arizona has to stay competitive and take care of our own.

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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.