Creating Structure

Kevin Carey is on the move, filled with energy, enthusiasm, working with vision and purpose. I won't be surprised if this episode soars to number one.

Kevin is a Christian, husband, father, son, friend, mentor, coach, speaker, construction entrepreneur, executive, and more.

Kevin grew up in the Chicago area, on the south side and suburbs. His father was (and still is) a union caulker, so Kevin figured he would go into the trades after high school. However, his mom wanted him to at least apply and consider college. Following the lead of a friend, Kevin applied and was accepted  by Illinois State University.

After graduating with a degree in business and entrepreneurship, Kevin entered work-life. Starting at Menard's, he moved quickly from there into the specialty subcontracting business with D & M Architectural, then Alliance Glazing, then Dynamic Glass, rising from entry level to business development and eventually to the level of Executive Vice-President, in  only 15 years. In September of 2022, however, Kevin left Dynamic Glass and went  full time with the company (I say movement) he founded and created, Mountain Movers. Kevin provides coaching, mentoring, email news letters, workshops, planning, speaking and more. Kevin is the host of 17Twenty Podcast, on air since 2020. Kevin is active in TEXO and is currently Chairman of the Board for the non-profit Texas-based construction organization.

I am grateful to have had an hour + of Kevin's time. I think you'll enjoy the conversation. It really hits the center of the Creating Structure Podcast content and audience. Oh, and Kevin will soon be publishing his first book. There's more, so you'll just have to listen.

Guest:
Kevin Carey
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-j-carey/

Mountain Movers
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mountainmoverarmy/

17Twenty Podcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/17twenty/
Website: https://17twenty.buzzsprout.com/

TEXO:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/texo_2/

Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering:
BVS Production
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/budget-video-solutions/
Website: https://www.bvsfilmproductions.com/
Blog: https://www.bvsfilmproductions.com/blog/

Welcome to Creating Structure Podcast No. 38. It's hard to limit the introduction, summary and content about Scott Maloney and our discussion. This is an engaging, quick moving discussion about architecture, design, business, mentoring, training, culture, and  entrepreneurship, but it is more centered on the business side of professional services practices.

Scott is many things, including entrepreneur, company founder, leader, architect, business developer, father, traveler, innovator, and more. Scott and K2M operate in the design and real estate markets  across the United States.

Scott serves as the founder / visionary of K2M and supports an incredible leadership team there. This team allows him to focus on what he does best for the organization which includes planning, sales, and relationship development.

Scott is a member of the Entrepreneurs Organization (EO) on a global basis and currently leads the "MyEO" Industry Groups initiative. He has been part of the Cleveland chapter since 2006. K2M is structured as an "EOS" (Entrepreneurial Operating System") company.

K2M Design, Inc. services industries such as Office, Hospitality, Senior Living, Mixed Use, Civic, Criminal Justice and more.

Scott's specialties include: Needs Assessment, Visioning, Master Planning, Space Planning, Programming, Strategic Thinking, Integrating Workplace Culture in Design, Architecture.

Scott is a Kent State University School of Architecture graduate and lives in North East Ohio. He loves to travel and has done so extensively.

I hope you enjoy the show and insights presented.

Guest:
Scott Maloney, RA, Founder, Visionary, Leader, K2M Design, Inc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmaloney9101/

K2M Design
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/k2m-design/
Website: https://www.k2mdesign.com/

Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering:
BVS Production
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/budget-video-solutions/
Website: https://www.bvsfilmproductions.com/
Blog: https://www.bvsfilmproductions.com/blog/

Welcome to the Creating Structure Podcast #37, with John Gordon, Simulation/Thermal Operations Manager at NCTL, and current Board Chairman of NFRC.

John is a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania.  Working in the fenestration and thermal analysis area for the last 8 years, John spent 20 years in Information Technology and information Systems before making the transition . John is a problem solver, a trouble shooter, a "systems guy," a self-learner. John currently serves as board chairman of NFRC, the National Fenestration Rating Council as well as his manager role at NCTL.

In this conversation we cover some ground such as:

• John's history
• Transitioning between industries
• IT/IS
• NFRC Standards
• THERM program
• Thermal properties of glazing systems
• "Systems" thinking
• Pattern Recognition
• Solutions
• Value generation
• Education
• Unique Ability
• Bourbon
• Fiction Reading

Enjoy listening!

The Guest:
John Gordon
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-gordon-10b5531/
Twitter:https://mobile.twitter.com/jwgordon19


NCTL:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-certified-testing-laboratories-inc-/
Website: https://nctlinc.com/

Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering:
BVS Production
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/budget-video-solutions/
Website: https://www.bvsfilmproductions.com/
Blog: https://www.bvsfilmproductions.com/blog/

In this episode it was my pleasure to welcome Mr John Skok, RA, Architect. Of course we talk about John's background and journey into architecture, but the main focus of this episode is urban architecture, and specifically Detroit architecture. We talk about what John refers to as "The Detroit Opportunity." Starting in college, John has devoted many years to work specifically in Detroit, both in repurposed and new buildings. But there's a strong emphasis here on urban renewal, reclaiming or repurposing buildings, and the momentum John has seen build over the course of two-plus decades in his work with McIntosh Poris Architects. Enjoy the the architect's perspective and view point as we journey together. Thanks for listening!

The Guest:
John Skok, Architect, Principal
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnskok/

McIntosh Poris Associates
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcintosh-poris-associates/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mcintoshporis?lang=en
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcintosh_poris/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/McIntosh-Poris-Associates/100026627665513/
Website: https://www.mcintoshporis.com/


Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Production
Joshua Wheaton
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to the podcast, the one, the only, Mr. Andrew Haring, VP, Business Development, NGA (The National Glass Association.) We had some fun together on this episode, and there's also a lot of insights into Andrew's path, experiences, views of marketing, development in the glass industry, and more. I heard a man of principal, who really expresses humility and gratitude, to go with his knowledge and experience.

Andrew started as a graphic designer, and quickly moved from the architectural services world into the CR Laurence Company (now part of OBE) eventually rising to the role of Vice President of Marketing. Andrew has been the VP of Business Development for NGA for 4 years now. He's a frequent presence on social media, especially LinkedIn and Twitter. Andrew has a great sense of humor and we enjoy some sparring from time to time.

We talk in some depth about marketing, and the differences between marketing, business development, and sales. We talk glass industry and what NGA is all about as well.

And this episode would not be complete without talking about our expanding league of GRILLING, as in cooking meat over charcoal. There's special event being planned also around this activity at Glass Build. Listen to the very end!

Enjoy the show, leave a comment, share with a friend.


The Guest:
Andrew Haring, VP, Business Development, NGA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-haring-marketing/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewharing


NGA:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-glass-association/
Twitter 1: https://twitter.com/natglassassoc
Twitter 2: https://twitter.com/glassnation
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassmagazinenga/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/glassnation/
Website: https://www.glass.org/

Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Production
Joshua Wheaton
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to the "geek out" episode, where three normal, balanced humans, who happen to be engineers, and who happen to have glass and aluminum in their DNA profiles, discuss engineering of glazed facades, specialty glass, technical applications, value propositions, and more. We talk about the role of engineering, Sentech's specialty work, thermal performance, structural engineering, wall movements, building codes, material optimization, and much more. Also, how about ordering and handling a 75' x 12' piece of glass? That's some big stuff.

Diarmuid Kelleher, PE, is Director of Engineering for Sentech. He grew up in Ireland on a 60 acre dairy farm. He came to the USA  in 2008. He's worked for such notable's as Larson Engineering, Permasteelisa North America Corp, Thorton Tomasetti, and Inhabit, on his progression to Sentech. He leads all engineering production work from time of sale to point of fab and construction. I think you'll enjoy his insights.

Dave Dunham, PE, is the Director Of Business Development at Sentech. Dave has worked there as engineering manager, and pre-sales engineer manager on his path to the current position in business development, sales, proposal work. He he leads the sales team, does a significant amount of Design-Assist work and consultation (DA) and facilitates a high level of collaboration between business development and engineering.

Have fun, and enjoy this episode.

The Guests:
Diarmuid Kelleher, PE, SE, Director of Engineering, Sentech
LinkedIn Diarmuid: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diarmuid-kelleher-5a751453/

Dave Dunham, PE, Director of Business Development, Sentech 
LinkedIn Dave: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-dunham-9b462635/

SENTECH:
LinkedIn Senctech: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sentech-architectural-systems/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sentech_architectural/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sentech_arch?lang=en
Sentech Website: https://www.sentechas.com/

Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Production
Joshua Wheaton
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to the Podcast, Sarah Eppink, Founder and Owner of Aisling Group, LLC.

I am so pleased to present this content to our audience. This discussion focuses on the areas of training, development, personal coaching, learning,  leadership, emotional awareness, values, and more.

Sarah is a talent development consultant and certified leadership coach skilled in designing, managing, and developing learning programs. She has over 20 years of experience in program management. She has a a proven record for driving learning initiatives that support corporate change, enhance performance, and contribute to bottom-line profitability. How does she do it? Listen to the podcast to get more insight.

Sarah worked for Key Bank and the Federal Reserve Bank in Cleveland before founding and stepping into her current business, which she leads and directs. We hit on the surface of a few things, and we go deep on some others, including a discussion about the relationship between vulnerability and intimacy , and how that applies in a business to business and human to human context.

Also, wait until the surprise reveal at the end that you don't want to miss!

Tune it, leave a comment, spread the word!

Guest:
Sarah Eppink, Owner, Aisling Group, LLC
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraheppink/

Aisling Group
Website: http://www.aislinggroupllc.com/

Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Production
Joshua Wheaton
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Welcome to the latest Creating Structure Podcast. My guest is Mr. Derek Losee, Executive VP, Architectural Division of Steel Encounters Inc (SEI) in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Derek is an executive leader, an expert business developer, and value-based solution provider. He has been in the glazing, cladding, curtain wall and components business for many years.  Derek provides executive leadership and leads business development for the Architectural Division of SEI. In addition, Derek has significant experience in design-assist work, point supported Pilkington Architectural structural glass walls and building envelope integration.

SEI, an employee owned company, is a full service glazing/trade subcontractor providing design, engineering, fabrication, assembly, and installation. SEI also has a steel division and you'll hear us discuss the formation of this and the architectural division.

Like many guests, Derek started out in humble beginnings, worked his way through a family business, his own business, and then ultimately joined SEI. Derek and I take a walk through his history, SEI's history, all things related to curtain wall, panels, cladding, sales, the market, mountain states, Utah construction, Covid19 impacts, remote work, and more. We have an interesting discussion as well around formation of developing, with a team, our core focus ("the why"), core values, niche, its impact on recruiting, retention, strategy, execution. I think you'll enjoy the episode.

Guest:
Derek Losee, Executive VP, Steel Encounters
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-losee-8aa93431/

Steel Encounters
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/steel-encounters-inc-/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@steelencounters
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steelencounters/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steelencounters
Website: https://www.steelencounters.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/steelencounters

Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Production
Joshua Wheaton
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Better late than never? Definitely with this Podcast. 

After some "technical difficulties," my audio producer extraordinaire, Joshua (see below for links), got this synced and edited to publishable form. 

So without further delay,  I am pleased introduce my conversation with friend, collaborator, executive thought leader, former owner of two businesses,  Mr. Mark Silverberg. 

This episode was recorded in January 2022. After listening to it three times, there's so many nuggets of wisdom, relevant story telling, and sharing of experiences that can resonate with many.

Mark loved construction from an early age. Among other ventures, his father and uncle were in the glazing business. An Ohio boy, Mark is a long time Cleveland area (east-sider) resident. After graduating from  Oakland University in Michigan, Mark joined the trades and became a journeyman electrician. After six years, he started his path in business ownership and management with his father, then owning and running Stern and Company, then co-founding and running Technoform North America, first as GM then as President. 

Some topics discussed include:

• Learning how to prioritize
• Strategic thinking
• Customer mindsets
• Industry committee work and value
• Business ownership
• Start-up operations
• Glazing industry components
• Thermal breaks, warm edge spacers
• Non- Profit work
• Preparation
• Working for the common good
• And a good Dylan quote deep into the podcast related to Mark's "why"

Enjoy the show. Leave a comment. Engage with the community.

Guest:
Mark Silverberg
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-silverberg-99b02310

Technoform and Technoform NA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/technoform-bautec/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/technoform
Website: https://www.technoform.com/en

Stern and Company
Website:http://www.sterngroup.com/

Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Production
Joshua Wheaton
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/

Kevin McClintick, PE, is a professional engineer, company founder and owner of Architectural Wall Systems, Inc, (AWS), Director of MCAL Software, LLC, and a structural and systems engineering specialist in curtain wall, cladding, exterior architectural component systems. 

This is a unique and engaging discussion between industry peers, competitors, and professional engineers - two company founders, CEO's, curtain wall/cladding/facade design professionals, PE's, riffing about and romping through a wide swath of industry history, present reality, and future trending/shaping. We discuss architecture, engineering, value, making the client the hero, and more. 

1 hour and 17 minutes of pure gold. (There's a few second gap at 34:20 to 34:25 or so due to a messy internet connection. Please bear with the pause and transition there. Otherwise, strap in!

Some Topics:

• What do structural engineers in the glass/glazing/curtain wall industry do? How do they provide value? (or how should they provide value?)
• Making the client the hero
• Client first; begin with the end in mind
• Providing what's right and true vs. being conservative and subjective
• Risk and liability
• What's "behind the PE stamp"
• Thinking like the client-the installer
• Training
• Experience
• Virtual design and construction
• Industry icons
• Early engineering pioneers in the curtain wall space

Kevin also talks about their Trademarked brand "Engineer TRUE". There's so much more. You'll just have to listen to hear the rest!

Guest:
Kevin McClintick
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-mcclintick/

AWS:
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/architectural-wall-systems-inc./
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/arcwallsys
Website: http://www.arcwallsys.com/

Host:
John L Wheaton, PE, CEO, Wheaton & Sprague Engineering, Inc., & Affiliates
Blog: https://johnlwheaton.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wheaton-pe-leed-ap-0694886
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JohnLWheaton1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnlwheaton1/

Wheaton Sprague and Affiliates:
Company: https://www.wheatonsprague.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/wheatonsprague
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wheatonsprague/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wheatonsprague/    

Audio Production, Mixing, Engineering, Production
Joshua Wheaton
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bluenotejosh/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rustbeltmoneyprod/