Mac & Bleu

Adam Wong brings over 15 years of leadership and business management experience, including expertise in leadership development, building high-performing teams, developing emotional intelligence, data-driven hiring, psychometric assessments, and strategic planning.

He’s the Co-founder of Rockstar Workforce, which partners with clients to identify and develop top talent and build their workforce of rockstars by perfecting their leadership mechanics. They’re the support system that helps teams become a unified group of high performers.

From 2011 to 2018 he held key leadership roles at TTI Success Insights, a global leader in the talent management space. As Senior Vice President of Professional Services Adam spearheaded efforts with mid to enterprise-size businesses, specializing in developing and implementing large hiring and people development initiatives.

He is a Professionally Certified Emotional Intelligence Analyst and Professional Behavioral Analyst. Adam holds an M.B.A. from Grand Canyon University and a B.A. from Northern Arizona University.

Adam is a native of Phoenix, Arizona where he currently resides with his wife Amber, son Hudson and daughter Harper. Together, Adam and Amber strive to continue to grow Rockstar Workforce and develop leaders through-out the valley.
www.RockstarWorkforce.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamwonghiringstrategist/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/rockstarworkforce
https://www.instagram.com/rockstarworkforce/

MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.

Jonathan Keyser is the founder of Keyser (http://www.keyser.com/), one of the most innovative and trustworthy technology-enabled occupier services commercial real estate firms in the country. Along with their international partners, they have over 560 people worldwide.

Jonathan is a #1 Wall Street Journal Best Selling Author for his book, “You Don’t Have to be Ruthless to Win”, and he was named "The Commercial Real Estate Disruptor" by USA Today.  He has also been named a "Top Social Capital CEO" by the International Business Times, is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, a thought leader featured in over 150 articles, publications, and podcasts, and during the pandemic, was recognized as one of the "Top 20 Virtual Keynote Speakers" in the country. 

As an entrepreneur himself, Jonathan has built Keyser into an eight-figure firm named one of the Top 50 Most Trustworthy Companies in America by The Silicon Review. Today through his 6,7,8 Selfless Leadership workshop series, he helps other business leaders activate the three levels of reinvention to boost profits while increasing client and employee retention.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathankeyser/

Instagram: @jonathankeyser_

Twitter:@jonathan_keyser

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keyserway

MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.

The Most Interesting Man In The World: Mark Davenport

Mark Davenport has built a foundation of innovative architectural design through collaboration that impacts all community members surrounding each project. With his positive approach and outside-the-box thinking, Mark easily connects with people from different disciplines and backgrounds. The diverse set of leaders and mentors that Mark has surrounded himself with has helped him develop a well-rounded perspective that has kept him grounded and grows his passion for helping others.

Mark is an Arizona native.  His religious upbringing and early beginnings as manager at the local Peter Piper Pizza were foundations for business leadership and ethics. Mark completed all of his schooling in Tempe (elementary through college - Go Devils!) and progressed from an intern at SPS+ Architects in 1999 to firm partner in 2010 and Managing Partner in 2022.  Mark’s enthusiasm and zest for impacting his community have reinvigorated the firm with new, innovative ideas.
www.spsplusarchitects.com

MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.

Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer
METAXFASHION Inc.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tecnokal

Hermann Plank is the Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Metaxfashion Inc., a cutting-edge fashion technology company based in New York. Prior to establishing Metaxfashion, Hermann spent several years developing innovative tech solutions to bridge the gap between fashion and technology. With his exceptional skills in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and fashion design, Hermann has built a solid reputation as a fashion tech guru in the industry. At Metaxfashion, Hermann is responsible for developing and implementing the company's technology vision, driving innovation and fulfilling its mission of revolutionizing the fashion tech industry with state-of-the-art technologies. His dedication and passion for fashion and technology have been the driving force behind the Metaxfashion's success.

MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.

Apache (Junc-tion): Where Old Meets New
Patrick Ainsworth - Economic Development Director
https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-ainsworth-aicp-b6a0168a

While I have only been in Arizona for a few months, I bring with me over 12 years of experience in urban planning and economic development from the Chicagoland suburbs. 

I worked for a few different communities in Illinois, but they all taught me different aspects of the built environment. Additionally, I worked a few retail, food and beverage and customer service jobs starting in high school and all these experiences have culminated into a unique approach to my current role as Economic Development Director for the City of Apache Junction.

My experience of updating codes, enhancing entitlement processes, implementing new business assistance programs, being the professional who connects end users to available spaces and sites, and getting new out-of-the-box ideas and approaches to be the new norm is something that sets me apart from other economic development colleagues.

MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.

CEO of Modern Business Development, Cassie Wells, has over 10 years of Audio-Visual sales and project management experience with CCS Presentation Systems. There she lead a team of six in the ongoing account management of some of the largest corporate, higher education, government, house of worship and healthcare clients in the nation. Passionate about expanding her company’s outreach, her team’s efforts resulted in a significant increase in market share and client successes. Unafraid to ask the hard questions, Cassie strategically balanced the needs of customers with the realistic expectations of the state of the AV industry.

In 2022, she earned Commercial Integrator’s 40 Influencers Under 40 award and was instrumental in developing the "Facility Manager's Guide to Audio Visual Technology." In January, 2023 she launched Modern Business Development.  Modern BD serves to fill the niche market of subcontractors who both need Business Development services, but might not be ready to financially invest in a full-time Director of BD.

Crystal Pierce is the Director of Business Development at FFKR Architects for their AZ office.  Born in Phoenix, moved to Kingman to live with my grandparents when I was 8. My grandparents taught me from a very young age that you have to work hard in life to achieve greatness.

​I got the job at CCS in October of 2018 through one of my best friend's, Lindsey. I was burned out and ready for a change. My life hasn't been the same since. I had to learn what business development was and I had to learn what the AEC industry was all about. It was the best decision I ever made. Because of that, I met my amazing boyfriend through an industry event, and we have been dating 9 months now. I can say we are blissfully happy and all because of this wonderful career change. It has really changed my life for the best.

Cassie Wells: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassie-wells-3068303a/
Crystal Pierce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalpierce28b412173/
Modern Business Development: https://www.linkedin.com/company/modern-bd/?viewAsMember=true
C&C in the AEC: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/c-c-in-the-aec/?viewAsMember=true
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MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.

Nick – Venn Diagram to Venn Construction
As Owner of Venn Construction, Nick is responsible for overseeing the Preconstruction and Project Management teams. This includes oversite on the development of budgets, schedules, and major project decisions.

Nick provides valuable project knowledge in all areas of the construction process. Nick has extensive experience in office expansions and tenant interior remodels as an Estimator, Project Manager, Project Engineer, and Project Executive.

Nick’s experience has been gained through his involvement with various project types such as office, recreational, tenant improvements, senior living, retail, restaurant, financial, mixed-use, major renovation, and new construction work. He is skilled in unique and complicated projects where extensive pre-planning is required to create real project value.
https://www.facebook.com/VennCompanies
https://www.linkedin.com/company/venn-construction
https://www.instagram.com/venn_construction/
https://www.tiktok.com/@venn_construction

MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.

Rebekah Morris From D+ to A+
Rebekah Morris, President and Founder at BEX
Rebekah started the twice-weekly AZBEX publication in February 2010, and has since grown the service into a multi-faceted resource for local Commercial Real Estate and A/E/C firms to find leads on upcoming projects, industry news, trends, and market insights.

In 2015, AZBEX started producing events and now features four annual half-day conferences and six breakfast panels known as the Leading Market Series.
In 2016, the AZBEX Database or DATABEX was launched. Both the events and database are engineered to bring opportunities to clients – whether it’s the contacts made at a half-day conference or bi-monthly breakfast program or the early stage notice of a project in the database, every service of AZBEX is focused on bringing opportunity to clients.

Rebekah’s background as a large General Contractor enabled her to spot the opportunity to start BEX, but it is her grit, determination and eternal curiosity for the industry that has kept it going and growing each year.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AZBEX
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arizona-builder's-exchange/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AZBuildersExchange

MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.

Blue is the New White with Josh Zolin

CEO - Windy City Equipment
Author - Blue is the New White

Josh is a blue-collar business leader with over 15 years’ experience in strategy, coaching, and moving the needle in skilled trades industries. Before publishing his book, he took his father’s two-man company and grew it into an 8-figure powerhouse spanning across three states. Although still at the helm as CEO, he has found passion in teaching others how to consistently learn, push boundaries, and be true leaders in pursuit of success.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshzolin/
Youtube: https://youtube.com/windycityequipment
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoshZolin/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/joshzolin @joshzolin
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshzolin/ @joshzolin
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joshzolin
https://www.windycityequip.com/

Mac and Bleu is the hot new podcast dedicated to all things related to building Arizona. Topics discussed range from construction, economic development, supply chain, and market segments.

Mac & Bleu also includes diversity in construction, local politics affecting construction, women in construction, construction technology, and more.

The host, JJ Levenske of Bleuwave have their finger on the pulse of the people building Arizona.

The show brings in the brightest minds in their perspective positions and industries and JJ has the unique ability to touch on the subject matter that you want to hear.

If you want to know who’s building Arizona, tune in and subscribe to Mac and Bleu today!
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JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial and industrial sectors.

From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service.

MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.

Krista Dossey is the Trade Partner Relations Manager at Agate Construction. She has been with the company for almost 4 years (March). She started at Agate as a Contract Admin, a position she was unfamiliar with. Over the years she has become knowledgeable in contracts and insurance thanks to her team which encourages growth.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristadossey/

MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.

Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. We also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments. Be sure to subscribe to the MAC & Bleu Youtube Channel

About the Host - JJ Levenske - President & Co-Founder of Bleuwave General Contracting

JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial & industrial sectors. From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service. J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.