Sit down with us as we pour a drink (too early in the day) and talk to the people moving the construction industry forward. Hear from professionals like yourselves with stories to tell, and gain insights into the topics that affect us all. The Dirty Boots Show is brought to you by Assignar—the all-in-one construction operations software that empowers contractors worldwide to build more.
ERP & Me: Laying the Digital Foundation | Shannon Ward
In this episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Kendyl Campbell interviews her former boss, Shannon Ward, who boasts over 26 years of experience in construction software. Shannon shares his insights from his extensive career, beginning in 1998 with Strategies Group, before delving into the evolution of construction software, particularly ERP systems like Acumatica, and explores the pivotal role these technologies play in the construction industry. With a wealth of experience in partner channel management and a journey spanning various roles, Shannon provides a unique perspective on the advancements in construction software and its tailored solutions for the industry.
6 Sept 2023
Pull! Empowering Women Beyond the Barrel | Tara Lane
Join host Erin Westover as she sits down with inspirational construction business leader, Tara Lane. Listen as Tara dives into her unexpected journey in the construction and geotechnical engineering world, the importance of relationships in business development, and the empowering origins of the Shotgun Sisters—an innovative all-women's networking group that teaches women clay shooting to enable them to feel confident in building relationships with clients. Tara stands out in the AEC realm with her rich experience in geotechnical and environmental sectors. She's transformed prospects into strategic accounts across diverse sectors, from healthcare to commercial markets. Her leadership prowess earned her a spot on the 2022 Georgia Titan 100 list, which recognizes the region's top business trailblazers. Beyond her professional accolades, Tara also founded Shotgun Sisters in 2015.
14 Aug 2023
Navigating the Pathway to Profitability | Shawn Van Dyke
Join host Chris Nixon as he sits down with construction industry expert, Shawn Van Dyke, who shares valuable guidance for construction business owners aiming to enhance their financial management, leadership, and overall business strategies. Shawn is an experienced construction industry consultant, business coach, and mentor. He's also a keynote speaker and travels the US working with and training construction business owners on how to streamline their businesses. After spending nearly 20 years in and around the construction industry owning and operating several businesses, he left the “C-Suite’ to focus on his mission: to change the way the world views the trades.
20 Jul 2023
Tesla, Roads, and Rodeos: Paving the Future | Jeff Falcon
Join host Kendyl Campbell as she chats with Jeff Falcon, Business Development Manager at The Barricade Company. They dive into the construction industry's booming business due to the infrastructure act, explore the intriguing debate around Tesla's impact on roads, and discuss a backhoe rodeo that hopes to inspire the next generation of construction workers. Jeff is a highly accomplished business leader with a proven track record in various industries. He currently leads growth initiatives at The Barricade Company, which is stationed in Las Vegas.
29 Jun 2023
Scaling For Success: Unlocking Small Business Growth | Hispanic Contractors of Colorado
In this week's episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Chris Nixon sits down with two members of the Hispanic Contractors of Colorado (HCC)—Executive Director, Rosy Aburto-McDonough, and Legislative Policy Committee Chair, Lauren Grosh, to discuss small businesses' challenges and how their organization can help overcome them. HCC is a 33-year-old membership organization that helps small and minority-owned contractors learn how to do business with public entities and large corporations. They create effective networking opportunities in the construction industry to connect these businesses with potential clients, build networks and retain important business and industry knowledge.
21 Jun 2023
Future-Proofing Construction with Cloud Technology | Erika Carosi
In this week's episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Kendyl Campbell chats with Erika Carosi, Construction SaaS Sales Representative at Strategies Group, about the industry's fear of change and how to overcome it, her experience with a unique networking group for women in construction, and the power of cloud-based technology. Since beginning her career, Erika has spent 3 years of project management and 19 years in sales which has allowed her to become a powerhouse in both sectors. As a construction expert with the Strategies Group, Erica offers a wealth of knowledge on technology solutions and construction services.
12 Jun 2023
Mastering the Art of Talent Attraction and Retention | Tyler Campbell
This week, host Chris Nixon is joined by the CEO of Storybuilder, Tyler Campbell, to discuss the power of marketing for construction companies, along with how culture plays a large role in solving the labor shortage and what you can do about it.
30 May 2023
People Power: The Importance of Employee Well-Being | Matt Bachtel
In this week's episode of The Dirty Boots Show, host Rachel Jennings-Keane chats with Matt Bachtel, Owner and President of Bachtel Excavating Inc., about combating burnout, the effects of COVID-19 on his business, and how to create an employee-centric workforce. Matt Bachtel built his company from the ground up and has been providing general excavating services to residential, commercial and industrial clients in the Northeast Ohio area for over two decades. Matt's dedication, leadership, and commitment to his employees have been instrumental in the company's continued success and growth—where the business now boasts a full team of skilled professionals.
23 May 2023
The Sports Mentality and Leadership Lessons from the NFL | Karl Mecklenburg
In this week's episode of The Dirty Boots Show, host Kendyl Campbell sits down with Karl Mecklenburg to share his remarkable journey from a 12th-round draft pick to a 12-year career as a linebacker with the Denver Broncos.Karl discusses the importance of leadership, versatility, and decisiveness in achieving success, the challenges of maintaining consistency in a rapidly changing NFL landscape and the significance of connection and understanding teammates' strengths and weaknesses. Additionally, he reflects on positive changes promoting safety in football and the importance of prioritizing team success over personal ego. As a highly regarded speaker, Karl tailors his presentations to the needs of the group while teaching and inspiring his audience. His legendary NFL career draws many attendees to events, and the content and delivery of his presentation sends his audience home with a renewed commitment to their goals.
4 May 2023
How Accessible Information is Tackling Construction Challenges | Wes Edmiston
In this week's episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Chris Nixon is joined by Wes Edmiston from Cumulus Digital Solutions to discuss the power of curiosity, how to improve productivity with technology, and ways to solve the ongoing labor shortage. Wes is a proven construction professional with world-class experience ranging from entry-level craft to senior project management and technical assurance leadership, leading teams on multi-billion-dollar projects. He also the current the host of the Work Done Right podcast.
18 Apr 2023
Why Asking Questions Can Get You Far in Construction | Jo Taylor
In the sixth episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Kendyl Campbell is joined by Jo Taylor from the Colorado Public Works Journal to discuss her career beginnings in London, her big move to the United States, and how she was able to seamlessly dive into a world she knew nothing about: construction. Jo is the Managing Director of CPWJ and a founding member of the Women of Asphalt Colorado branch. She's spent 15 years in the publishing world and previously worked in sales and marketing for a high-end automotive magazine. Now she works in the infrastructure and construction industry to connect people, products, and services and loves learning the why behind Colorado's infrastructure projects.
5 Apr 2023
Getting a Seat at the Table as a Woman in Construction | Nicki Upright
In the fifth episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Kendyl Campbell is joined by Nicki Upright from the Women of Asphalt Colorado to discuss her career journey and what it took to succeed as a woman in the male-dominated world of construction. Nicki is the President and a founding member of the Women of Asphalt Colorado—an organization which strives to advance and support women in the asphalt industry. Having started in a time when there were very few women in the field, she finds it rewarding to be able to support the ladies that are now and upcoming in the industry. She now sees how important it is to have that support. When she came up through the system, she just had to grind her way through it. She recently retired from CDOT after working there for 33 years as a Project Manager.
21 Mar 2023
How YES Group is Moving Solar Power Forward in Australia | Mark Yates
In the fourth episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Frank Erdes is joined by Mark Yates from Yates Electrical Services (YES Group)—a leading electrical, solar and high voltage solutions installation contractor in the beautiful Riverland Region of South Australia—to talk about how investor interest is spreading solar power across Australia and the things slowing it down. Mark is an entrepreneur and electrician by trade with over a decade spent in high voltage and utility-scale substations, which led him into renewable energy. Today, he is the founder and managing director of YES Group. After beginning in the construction of renewable energy projects, the company then moved into residential and commercial solar rooftop installations and was able to expand quickly, hiring more staff and supplying labour and expertise to many large renewable energy projects across Australia. Yates Electrical Services has now provided over 1,700 homes and businesses across the region with solar energy solutions.
7 Mar 2023
Creating Trust and Transparency in Equipment Resale | Aaron Kline
In our third episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Chris Nixon is joined by In our third episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Chris Nixon is joined by Aaron Kline from Boom & Bucket—the trusted marketplace for buying and selling used heavy equipment. Aaron is an experienced operational leader who’s passionate about new product introduction, pioneering new markets, and building high-performance teams. His focus is on industries such as construction and agriculture with low technology penetration, particularly in connected assets and the data-driven business insights they unlock. He leans on his award-winning leadership experience from a decade-long career as a Naval officer to find, attract, and motivate great people for his teams. Specific areas of expertise include building scalable processes, data analysis and interpretation, market analysis, and pricing.
17 Feb 2023
The Power of Data and Employee Buy-In | OE Construction
In our second episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Chris Nixon is joined by Terri Olson and Mike Eccher from OE Construction—a Colorado-owned and operated excavation and underground utility firm—to discuss how tracking and collecting data helps companies do a lot more with a lot less effort.
8 Feb 2023
A Military Vet's Guide to Finding Success in the Construction Industry | Ricky Glass
In our first episode of the Dirty Boots Show, host Kendyl Campbell is joined by military veteran, Ricky Glass from Solution Services, to discuss his transition from the military to the construction industry, along with what makes veterans huge assets to any company, advice to veterans who want to get their start in construction, and where he sees the future of the industry heading.
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