Welcome to the Construction Management Mentorship Podcast - brought to you by the Industry Alumni Board from the Construction Management program at Michigan State University. We are proudly hosted by Coty Fournier - a distinguished MSU alum, leadership consultant, author, and industry influencer at the intersection of business development and professional development for construction management firms and professionals. <br><br>Join Coty as she interviews prominent board members, graduates and supporters of MSU's Construction Management program - who are generously sharing their unique experiences, career paths, lessons learned, and professional guidance with tomorrow's construction leaders from all around the world.
MSU Construction Management Mentorship Podcast
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Welcome to the Construction Management Mentorship Podcast - brought to you by the Industry Alumni Board from the Construction Management program at Michigan State University. We are proudly hosted by Coty Fournier - a distinguished MSU alum, leadership consultant, author, and industry influencer at the intersection of business development and professional development for construction management firms and professionals. <br><br>Join Coty as she interviews prominent board members, graduates and supporters of MSU's Construction Management program - who are generously sharing their unique experiences, career paths, lessons learned, and professional guidance with tomorrow's construction leaders from all around the world.
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May 6, 2025
KEVIN FOUCHER: On the amazing people and opportunities in construction
<p><strong>INTRODUCING TODAY'S GUEST:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>KEVIN FOUCHER</strong> is proudly serving as Vice President of Commercial Contracting Corporation – known in the market as CCC – which is a full-service general building and process equipment installation contractor based out of Auburn Hills, Michigan. With historical roots in Detroit’s automotive industry, CCC has evolved into one of the region’s most prominent self-performing construction companies, serving a variety of market sectors, including: manufacturing, aviation, education, food and beverage, healthcare, petrochemical, water and wastewater, and other heavy industrial facilities across the US and Mexico. </p><p> </p><p>As you are about to hear, Kevin’s steady rise over the past 25 years is a testament to his work ethic and team dedication, along with his soft skills to nurture successful relationships from the jobsite to the boardroom, and a bit of serendipity. In many ways, he is a poster child for what it takes to climb the executive ranks of the construction industry, and he is clearly one of the MVPs that I was writing about 10 years ago—particularly when it comes to his ability to effectively manage the client’s building experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Kevin graduated in the class of 2000 from the Construction Management program at Michigan State University, where we serve together on the Industry Alumni Board. We certainly share a love for the Spartans, as well as hockey, and a ton of pride for the construction industry at large – standing side by side in respect and appreciation for people who go out there every day and build things with their own two hands.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH TODAY'S GUEST:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Contact information for Kevin Foucher and other helpful links regarding this episode are listed below:</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-foucher-57153b4/</p><p>https://www.cccnetwork.com/</p><p>https://www.cccnetwork.com/careers/</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>coty@cotyfournier.com</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/cotyfournier/ </p><p></p><p>Please visit the <a href="https://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/programs/Construction_Management/index Management Program" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Construction Management Program</a> at Michigan State University for more information on how you can build the career of your dreams in the construction management industry.</p>
April 6, 2025
RICH BROWN: On the honor of serving as President of Ideal Contracting
<p><strong>INTRODUCING TODAY'S GUEST:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>RICH BROWN</strong> is proudly serving as President of Ideal Contracting – where he brings over 20 years of industry experience to the table, in his efforts to oversees all aspects of the company. He previously served as Ideal’s Executive Vice President, and has continually advanced as a leader within the firm and the construction industry at large.</p><p> </p><p>Brown is also the Great Lakes District Council Contractor Co-Chair for IMPACT (which is the Ironworkers Management Progressive Action Cooperative Trust). And of course, like many guests on this podcast, he is a proud graduate of Michigan State University where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Construction Management. </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>By way of background on Ideal Contracting – they are a leading general contractor based in Detroit, Michigan with operations across the U.S. The family-owned, certified MBE has a loyal team of over 400 union, self-performance professionals and more than 150 full-time staff, that honor Ideal’s commitment to building together. Utilizing a flexible array of delivery methods, Ideal Contracting successfully delivers industry-leading projects in a wide range of market sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, sports and entertainment, higher education, energy and petrochemical, and much more. The company’s people-first approach is supported by a best-in-class safety program, robust talent development process, and proactive engagement in the local Southwest Detroit community. Over the past 5 years, the company has experienced record growth, surpassing $500 million in annual revenue, exceeding one million man-hours per year, and maintaining a strong track record of safety excellence. </p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in learning a thing or two from the President of a highly successful construction company . . . or perhaps becoming one yourself one day . . . this episode with an inspiring Spartan is for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH TODAY'S GUEST:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Contact information for Rich Brown and other helpful links regarding this episode are listed below:</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-brown-4281831/</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/company/ideal-contracting/posts/?feedView=all</p><p>https://idealcontracting.com/</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>coty@cotyfournier.com</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/cotyfournier/ </p><p></p><p>Please visit the <a href="https://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/programs/Construction_Management/index Management Program" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Construction Management Program</a> at Michigan State University for more information on how you can build the career of your dreams in the construction management industry.</p>
April 6, 2025
NICK KUELSKE: On building a dynamic and diversified career with Turner Construction Company
<p><strong>MEET TODAY'S GUEST:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>NICK KUELSKE</strong> is the Regional Procurement Manager for Turner Construction Company – based in their Detroit office. </p><p> </p><p>By way of background, Nick grew up in mid Michigan near the campus of Michigan State University. His father worked for a local general contractor and also later bought into another subcontracting business, so Nick was definitely raised around the construction industry. Upon graduation from MSU, he took an entry level position with Turner in Chicago – and has since worn many unique hats for Turner – which is why I was determined to interview him for this podcast. </p><p> </p><p>As you about to hear, his range of experiences is notable, and we talk about some of the important lessons learned and advantages he has gained from many of them. For example, Nick’s project portfolio ranges from mega projects, industrial projects, data centers, healthcare facilities, and stadiums. On the other end of the spectrum, he has also worked in Turner’s Special Projects Division – which is focused on smaller, fast-paced projects. And lastly, he also ran one of Turner’s self-perform divisions, which encompassed crews of skilled tradesmen (e.g. carpenters/laborers/operators) who performed demolition, drywall, drop ceilings, and other general labor on multiple Turner projects – all of which grew his direct building knowledge and expertise in labor productivity and scheduling. </p><p> </p><p>Fast forwarding to today, Nick’s longest tenure with Turner has been in their centralized procurement (or purchasing) department, which he now heads up for the Midwest region. We talked at length about the unique nature of this organizational role in the general contracting industry and the advantages that can be derived from it for all parties. </p><p> </p><p>Outside of work, Nick enjoys working on cars, hunting, and shooting sports. And by the way, he still plays hockey, with loving memories of the days when he played goalie for MSU’s club team and won a national championship. </p><p> </p><p>I started my own career with Turner and I remember it with much fondness and gratitude. They remain one of the world’s most prestigious construction companies – so if you have any interest in learning more about how to build a highly successful career within the Turner ranks, then this episode is for you. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH TODAY'S GUEST:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Contact information for Nick Kuelske and other helpful links regarding this episode are listed below:</p><p><br></p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-kuelske/</p><p>https://www.turnerconstruction.com/life-at-turner</p><p><br></p><p><strong>CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>coty@cotyfournier.com</p><p>https://www.linkedin.com/in/cotyfournier/ </p><p></p><p>Please visit the <a href="https://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/programs/Construction_Management/index Management Program" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Construction Management Program</a> at Michigan State University for more information on how you can build the career of your dreams in the construction management industry.</p>
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