Episode 5.5 highlights the conversation with Brad Leavitt of AFT Construction, the Contractor Coalition Summit, and the AFT Construction Podcast.

On episode 5 with Brad Leavitt we discussed building a team and targeting your ideal client while also watching out for red flags. Brad shares his insights on starting his own podcast as well as his recent creation of the Contractor Coalition Summit. The CCS is a unique one-of-a-kind education 3-day deep dive into building knowledge from a business point of view, where everything this is shared with the attendees. The community of support that has ensued from these summits is next level. Enjoy episode 5, it's a doozy!

Episode 4.5

Expanding on the nuances of architecture paths: Architects, Designers, Draftsman and more. David details the differences between the disciplines in drawing/design a home. We also dive into the explosion of the "Mountain Modern" style that was behind the rapid rise of David's success and the expansion to design out of state.

Episode 3.5

Episode 2.5

The Curious Builder Episode 1.5

Take a colorful journey from the streets of fashion to the spurs of Texas and ending up in the land of 10,000 lakes! We explore the different design, architecture and builder point of contact paths around the country from a client's point of view. We discuss the talent of the Minnesota craftsman and the quality work that is produced here. Also discussed is empowering employees and trade partners to let them shine!

Details on owning and operating a custom cabinet shop and how it was almost shut down and sold for part before its stunning turn around. Now launching into a new E-commerace pre-made vanity line which is just picking up into 2nd gear. We dive into the influence of social media and how to vet all the leads that come in so both parties are a good fit for each other.

Two ownerships different paths to owning Pella Northland together. Ed cut his teeth at Pella corporate and Peter was with the Twins and Cambria growing both brands before wanting to own and operate one. We focus on culture and the important of a balanced life and flexibility in management. Learning about how hiring and keeping good people is essential to the growth and glow of a company.