In this debut episode of Construction Presidents Club, Jamie Trevett sits down with Ben Thomas, Director of Apprenticeship Recruitment & Training at Ascension Property Services, and a former fire service veteran with a sharp eye for leadership done right.

Ben brings powerful insights from his time in emergency services and explains how those lessons now shape his approach to developing future talent in construction. From trust and transparency to emotional awareness and burnout, this conversation goes beyond strategy; it’s about the human side of leadership.

We get into:
– Why traditional leadership models are falling short.
– How to rebuild trust on site (and why it starts with you.
– The emotional weight of responsibility, and how to carry it better.
– Apprenticeship reform, growth mindset, and building real culture.

If you’re in a leadership seat or on your way there, this episode is a must-listen.

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