As of November 2022, Keith Nelson is no longer with ECS. 

In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know Keith Nelson, AIA. He will answer questions about building envelope consulting services, as well as share about a meaningful project he’s worked on, and the value of these services.

Some of Keith’s key takeaways on building envelope consulting services:

ECS is serving as Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) Provider for the National Air and Space Museum Revitalization in partnership with MBP serving as the Whole Building Commissioning (Cx) Provider. The NASM Revitalization project on the National Mall is a $650 million dollar endeavor to renew the building’s exterior and mechanical systems with the transformation of all twenty-three exhibitions and presentation spaces over seven years.

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected]. Episode transcripts are available on the ECS website at https://www.ecslimited.com/categories/podcast. 

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know Liz Newcomb, PE, Branch Manager of the Louisville, KY office. She shares about her art projects including jewelry making and how her creativity helps her connect with students interested in STEAM careers. Liz also shares her career journey starting as an engineering student and a field technician to leadership roles.

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Some of Liz’s key takeaways on mentoring students:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

This episode was produced by Novice Studios.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know several business development staff – Brian Maas, Lauren Zangl and Mike Gruber, who all value fitness. Just in time for your new year’s resolutions to get healthy, our guests share tips on how to get started and how to get motivated in working out and in life.

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Some key takeaways on getting active are:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

This episode was produced by Novice Studios.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know Tony Fiorillo, President and CEO of the ECS Group of Companies. In this episode he shares his ECS story, from starting at the company as a field technician, to marketing and business development roles, to moving up to subsidiary leadership. He also shares his thoughts on where ECS is going in the future, the value of personal development, mentorship and more!

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Some of Tony’s key takeaways on growth are:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

This episode was produced by Novice Studios.

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In this bonus episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know Derek Stetler of the IT department. He begins the episode sharing about his career path and switching majors in college, explaining what network management is and how IT troubleshoots concerns as they arise. Derek goes onto share about his hobby of coffee roasting, the flavors of coffee and how to make the best cup of coffee.

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Some of Derek’s key takeaways on coffee roasting are:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

This episode was produced by Novice Studios.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know ECS team member Shannon Priester. In this episode she shares her ECS story, from starting at the company as an administrative assistant for the geotechnical department to becoming an environmental project manager as she went back to school while working full-time. She also shares her thoughts on how to motivate yourself, skills you need to succeed and more!

Some of Shannon’s key takeaways on learning and development are:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

This episode was produced by Novice Studios.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know ECS team members Erik Freeburg, PE, Regional Subsidiary Manager in our Nashville, TN office and Jillian DiBenedetto, Marketing Pursuits Manager in our Cleveland, OH office. They share about what it’s like to be a working parent, give parenting tips and encouragement on taking care of yourself and communication.

Some of the key takeaways from Erik and Jillian:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know ECS team member Kelly Clawson, PE, LEED AP, Senior Project Engineer in our Chantilly office. She will share about what structural/geotechnical monitoring services is, how ECS services differ from surveyors and encourage you if you want to start a new project or service line offering.

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Some of Kelly’s key takeaways on structural/geotechnical monitoring services:

Interested in learning more about monitoring services? Contact Kelly at [email protected].

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re chatting with Tyler Olfers, a Construction Materials Department Manager for ECS based in Austin, Texas. In addition to his work at ECS, he’s a very talented musician and he produced the music for the Coffee Talk podcast! Tyler shares how his music experience helps him in his role at ECS, and how his work at ECS has inspired his songwriting. If anything, you’ve gotta listen to this episode for Tyler’s recommendations for the best barbecue in Austin!

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Some of Tyler’s key takeaways on how his passion for music connects to his role at ECS:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

This episode was produced by Novice Studios.

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In this episode of Coffee Talk, we’re getting to know ECS team member Matt Koss, Director of Safety. Matt joined the team in Summer 2021 and has a big vision for the future of safety at ECS, as well as great insight to how important it is to build relationships in your field and develop a growth mindset to constantly improve.

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Some of Matt’s key takeaways on excelling in the field of safety:

Coffee Talk: From the Ground Up is an ECS Podcast created to build intentional connections with our employees. From company news to career stories, this podcast is educational, entertaining and encouraging with practical advice you can apply directly to your life.

Have a topic idea, question or comment? Contact [email protected].

Music was composed, performed and produced at Insomnia Recording Studios in Cedar Park, Texas by Adam Donovan and ECS team member Tyler Olfers.

This episode was produced by Novice Studios.

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