Touchplan Podcast Network

Host Angela Highland speaks with Organizational & Business Development Manager Kizzy Ferrer from Mills & Nebraska. The two discuss how to get more from your career and clearly define the best path forward to find purpose in your jobs. Kizzy is a well-known facilitator and speaker and an inspiration to many. She has a wealth of insight that you will want to hear.

Angela welcomes back business coach, consultant, and founder of Thrive HQ, Coralee Beatty. The two discuss the topic of equity and how women in construction can find it and embrace it to power up their careers.

Noah speaks with Kate Fahey, the youngest crane operator in Ireland (working for BKRN, Ltd.), and the youngest female crane operator in the world. The two discuss her journey to her current position, her background in farming, and her goals for the future. Kate is an inspiration to young women all over the world pursuing careers in construction. This is a fantastic conversation and we hope you enjoy it.

Noah chats with Jamie MacDonald, Construction Project Manager, Major Capital Projects at Boston College. A Boston College grad herself and a mom of three, Jamie discusses overcoming challenges early in her career to become a leader in the construction industry. She explores working on both the General Contractor and client-side of the industry. She also tells us about some of the fantastic projects she has worked on at Boston College which includes several projects for their Division One athletics programs. Her story is inspirational! Please give it a listen.

Angela chats with Tammy Crooks Senior Project Manager at Byrne Construction Services and current President of the NAWIC Education Foundation (NEF). The two discuss the importance of getting a solid construction education and how that can be achieved via many programs offered by NAWIC and having the right support network.

Angela chats with Kim Walker, Executive Recruiter and Co-Owner of Global Recruiters of Bradenton. Kim provides insights on how she had to adjust her recruiting during Covid, the current state of the job market, and advice for construction professionals currently searching in a very active job market.

Noah chats with Dan Fauchier. Dan is a lean construction coach/expert with more than 40 years experience. The two discuss the best ways that waste can be removed from the construction process via lean construction and design.

As part of Women In Construction Week, we have a fantastic episode to share with you. Angela Highland sits down with Miranda Martz. Miranda is a tradeswoman and CNC Machinist who has honed her skills and earned credibility in her craft while also inspiring others by helping with apprenticeship programs. Please give this a listen.

Host Angela Highland sits down with Laura Jones, Project Manager with WW Gay Mechanical Contractors. Laura discusses her experience and how she blazed her path to become a project manager, and how she leads her teams on the job site. Her story is one of determination, resilience, and adapting in tough times.

Touchplanner Matt DeKoeyer filled in as a guest host for this episode with Brian Vizarreta from Recap Robotics and Structionsite. The two had a great conversation on all things tech & innovation and the role that it plays in the construction industry.