Construct-ive Conversations

Join Eddie Thompson from Brown Edwards and Company as he sits down with Josh Luebker, founder of The Construction CFO, to discuss fractional CFO services in the construction industry.

Josh shares his journey from managing billions in construction projects to helping small and mid-sized contractors implement sophisticated financial systems without hiring a full-time CFO. The conversation covers the challenges contractors face with financial reporting, the importance of detailed job costing, Josh's six-step Construction CFO System, choosing the right accounting software, and the emerging role of AI in construction finance.

Whether you're a startup contractor or an established builder, this episode offers practical insights on financial fundamentals that support sustainable growth.

Contact Josh: [email protected] | constructioncfo.net | LinkedIn & YouTube: Josh Luebker

A Business Advisor for the Construction Industry

Our team of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFPs) can help you navigate the complex revenue recognition rules and job cost accounting methods of the construction industry.

Learn more about Brown Edwards' Construction group.

Tune in to Construct-ive Conversation's 10-part mini-series, where we’re discussing how you can avoid the top ten pitfalls in construction accounting. In each episode, we dive into a pitfall and discuss ways a CCIFP can help implement solutions. This episode of Construct-ive Conversations examines the financial and strategic impact of overlooked areas in construction accounting, offering practical tools to transform vulnerabilities into competitive advantages. Learn how self-awareness, peer insights, and maintaining high standards can strengthen your construction business and drive long-term success. 

A Business Advisor for the Construction Industry

Our team of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFPs) can help you navigate the complex revenue recognition rules and job cost accounting methods of the construction industry.

Learn more about Brown Edwards' Construction group.

Join host Eddie Thompson, CPA CCIFP, as he welcomes back Jason Pizatella, Chief Executive Officer of the Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV), for the second season premiere of Constructive Conversations.

In this wide-ranging discussion, Eddie and Jason explore the current state of West Virginia's construction industry, including the impact of tariffs and commodity pricing on project planning, highlights from the recent legislative session, and major infrastructure projects transforming the state. Jason shares insights on CAWV's workforce development initiatives—including the Construction Leadership Program, Build West Virginia, and Build It Up West Virginia—aimed at recruiting the next generation of construction workers starting as early as elementary school.

The conversation also covers the economic impact of construction in West Virginia, succession planning challenges, and the role of artificial intelligence as both an opportunity and necessity for the industry's future. Jason provides his vision for the industry over the next decade and emphasizes the importance of work zone safety, predictable policy, and continued investment in infrastructure.

Whether you're in the construction industry or considering a career in it, this episode offers valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities shaping West Virginia's construction landscape.

A Business Advisor for the Construction Industry

Our team of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFPs) can help you navigate the complex revenue recognition rules and job cost accounting methods of the construction industry.

Learn more about Brown Edwards' Construction group.

Tune in to Construct-ive Conversation's 10-part mini-series, where we’re discussing how you can avoid the top ten pitfalls in construction accounting. In each episode, we dive into a pitfall and discuss ways a CCIFP can help implement solutions. Join us as we explore how leveraging professional advisors can transform your construction business. Discover why treating advisor fees as investments rather than expenses leads to better financial outcomes, learn strategies for coordinating expert teams, and understand how translating complex financial information into actionable insights drives sustainable growth. This episode from our ten-part construction accounting series provides essential guidance for both seasoned professionals and newcomers to maximize advisor relationships. 

A Business Advisor for the Construction Industry

Our team of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFPs) can help you navigate the complex revenue recognition rules and job cost accounting methods of the construction industry.

Learn more about Brown Edwards' Construction group.

Tune in to Construct-ive Conversation's 10-part mini-series, where we’re discussing how you can avoid the top ten pitfalls in construction accounting. In each episode, we dive into a pitfall and discuss ways a CCIFP can help implement solutions. In this episode of Construct-ive Conversations, we explore the critical balance between growth and profitability in the construction industry. Discover why chasing sales volume without prioritizing financial stability can lead to business failure, and learn practical strategies for developing sustainable growth models, implementing data-driven job selection criteria, and establishing key performance indicators that support long-term success. Join us as we uncover how construction businesses can grow smarter, not just bigger.

A Business Advisor for the Construction Industry

Our team of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFPs) can help you navigate the complex revenue recognition rules and job cost accounting methods of the construction industry.

Learn more about Brown Edwards' Construction group.

In this episode of Constructive Conversations, host Eddie Thompson sits down with Brown Edwards tax directors and construction industry experts Carla Brown and Corbin Rice to break down the complex implications of the "One Big Beautiful Bill" and recent tariff policies on the construction sector. 

A Business Advisor for the Construction Industry

Our team of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFPs) can help you navigate the complex revenue recognition rules and job cost accounting methods of the construction industry.

Learn more about Brown Edwards' Construction group.

Tune in to Construct-ive Conversation's 10-part mini-series, where we’re discussing how you can avoid the top ten pitfalls in construction accounting. In each episode, we dive into a pitfall and discuss ways a CCIFP can help implement solutions. Explore how cultivating a positive company culture transforms construction businesses from the inside out. This episode of Construct-ive Conversations examines how respect, inclusivity, financial transparency, and career development create loyal teams that drive profitability and competitive advantage. Discover actionable strategies to build a workplace where employees feel valued, engaged, and committed to your company's success.

A Business Advisor for the Construction Industry

Our team of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFPs) can help you navigate the complex revenue recognition rules and job cost accounting methods of the construction industry.

Learn more about Brown Edwards' Construction group.

Join host Eddie Thompson of Brown Edwards & Company as he sits down with fellow CPA and construction specialist Craig Daniels for an engaging shop talk about the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) and the construction industry. Craig, a director at Brown Edwards with 13 years of public accounting experience and a Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP), shares his insights from the recent CFMA conference in Las Vegas and discusses his efforts to establish West Virginia's first CFMA chapter.

In this episode, Eddie and Craig dive into the nuances of construction accounting, the importance of CCIFP designations, and practical strategies for maximizing balance sheets for bonding and banking capacity. They explore current trends in the construction industry, discuss succession planning, and share experiences from their work with contractors across West Virginia and surrounding states.

A Business Advisor for the Construction Industry

Our team of Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFPs) can help you navigate the complex revenue recognition rules and job cost accounting methods of the construction industry.

Learn more about Brown Edwards' Construction group.