“I made a commitment: whatever career I chose, it had to be focused on saving lives.”

In this episode of Brilliance Talks, I sit down with Cal Beyer—a national leader in workplace mental health, suicide prevention, and safety.

For more than 30 years, Cal has been at the forefront of reshaping how industries, especially construction, approach human connection, well-being, and leadership.

We cover:

• Growing up around chronic pain and addiction—and what it taught him about empathy
• Why judgment-free leadership is essential for thriving workplaces
• Practical steps leaders can take to create cultures where people feel valued and safe

Cal’s impact has earned him national recognition:

🏆 2025 inductee into the National Academy of Construction

🏆 ENR Top 25 Newsmaker for advancing suicide prevention in construction

This is one of the most human and inspiring conversations we’ve had on the podcast.