Dunn Lumber Podcast

In today’s podcast, Lindsey Grove from WindsorONE, a company that manufactures high-quality trim boards, shiplap, and moldings, shares what makes WindsorONE’s boards stand out from its competition, and how to source the best materials for your project.

Project contracts don’t need to be long to be thorough—in fact, you can protect yourself and your business from a lawsuit with just a few short, to-the-point sentences. Learn how to write contract clauses that cover your bases with construction lawyer Seth Millstein in this week’s podcast.

Today we’re hearing from Tim Faller, senior consultant and master of production at Remodelers Advantage Inc. and a podcast host himself. Tim shares leadership principles for how to be a better manager in your company and how to help employees have a sense of ownership in the company’s success.

Today we’ll hear from Belief Agency, a Seattle-based creative agency that specializes in full-stack marketing. They do everything, from core messaging to strategy to content creation and SEO. In this podcast, digital director Joel Cummings, creative director Rachelle Cummings, and marketing manager Dave Powell are sharing some best practices for various components of your online presence, from social media to email marketing to branding to website management.

Today we’ll hear from Dave Odom, a CPA Certified Business Exit Consultant. Through his work at his company, Strategic Financial Advisors, LLC, he offers chief financial officer and business transition services to small and mid-sized business owners. Dave has more than 30 years of expertise in serving companies in finance and accounting, including for a Fortune 100 construction company.

In this podcast, Dave is sharing the three essential financial components of a well-run business, including:

Why it’s crucial to think with the end in mind

The importance of accurate financial reporting and meaningful metrics

And what you need to know about profits versus cash flow

Welcome to the Dunn Solutions podcast, where we’re committed to providing cutting-edge industry knowledge for the building contractor and trade professional.

In today's Dunn Solutions podcast, we’ll hear from Dr. Eric Scroggins. Eric is an author, professional speaker, and leadership coach with degrees in business management and psychology. In this presentation to the Master Builders Association Remodelers Council, Eric shares examples of men and women who have used their vision to make a big impact, discusses how to overcome cultural and behavioral obstacles, and provides tips on how to live at your personal and professional best, whether you're a remodeling contractor or a banker.

Welcome to the Dunn Solutions podcast, where we’re committed to providing cutting-edge industry knowledge for the building contractor and trade professional.

Today we’ll hear from our good friend Gary Katz. Gary’s been part of the Dunn Lumber family for years now. Dunn Lumber is proud to have hosted one of Gary’s first Katz Roadshow events back in 2003, which are still going strong today—and continue to feature Gary's carpentry clinics. Whether through his publication THISisCarpentry, one of his articles in Fine Homebuilding, or a presentation at a JLC LIVE show, Gary always delivers enthusiastic and experienced insight to our industry. We’ve been fortunate to learn from his decades of experience as a general contractor and finish carpenter through his educational contributions to our Dunn Solutions blog.

In this podcast, Gary will discuss methods for creating better miter joints, best practices for installing tongue-and-groove materials, and the tried-and-true method for properly installing a prehung door. He’ll also discuss wood moisture content and how to use a moisture meter.

Today we’ll hear from Judith Miller of J. Miller and Company. Judith is a finance guru—she formed J. Miller and Company 30 years ago, providing bookkeeping and financial services to the remodeling industry. Judith's services allow remodeling companies to market, sell, estimate, budget, produce, control overhead, and more—all in the name of building a successful, sustainable company that will stand the test of time.

Through decades of experience, Judith has learned—and honed—key strategies that have helped her own company and career.

Welcome to the Dunn Solutions podcast, where we’re committed to providing cutting-edge industry knowledge for the building contractor and trade professional.

An all-female panel of architects and builders visit the Dunn Lumber podcast to discuss how they got started, challenges faced and overcome, and advice for women in the industry.

This podcast features:

Lisa Bingham Dewart, Luxe Magazine (host)

Allison Ainslie, Ainslie-Davis Construction

Arlene Kisiel-Jermann, AKJ Architects LLC

Meredith Everist, Baylis Architects

Sharen Borgias, Fairbank Construction

Mary Johnston, Johnston Architects LLC

Dawn Larson, David Hopkins Design

Sheri Olson, Sheri Olson Architecture, PLLC

Welcome to the Dunn Solutions podcast, where we’re committed to providing cutting-edge industry knowledge for the building contractor and trade professional.

Looking for an insider's understanding of the construction industry, and insight about what the future may hold? The new Dunn Lumber podcast offers helpful information from the remodeling experts at Shirey Home Pro, Potter Construction, Irons Brothers Construction, J.M. Bogan Remodeling, and Tenhulzen Residential.