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Build Me Up

104 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratings

Build Me Up shares inspiring stories of innovators in the built marketplace. It's hosted by Kraus-Anderson's Laurisa Titterud and Danielle Pederson. KA is a Midwest construction management firm, realty, development, insurance and financial services company. The podcast is designed to meet the needs of leaders and aspiring innovators in the built marketplace.

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How the Pandemic Has Shifted the Future of Retail Real Estate

October 12, 2021 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

The COVID-19 pandemic brought the world to a halt in 2020. Every industry was affected, and retail real estate was hit particularly hard. As e-commerce continues to rise and brick and mortar stores are closing their doors, realty properties need to adapt and evolve. Essential businesses like grocery stores are busier than ever, but ongoing staffing shortages are impacting everyone. KA’s Senior Vice President of Development Matt Alexander, Director of Development Tim Marco, and Leasing Agent ...

Giving Hope to Burn Survivors with Firefighters For Healing

September 28, 2021 08:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MB

When Minneapolis Firefighter Jake LaFerriere survived career-ending burn injuries in 2010, he felt little hope for his future. But he soon discovered that his mission in life had changed from firefighting to helping burn survivors find hope and healing, and the non-profit Firefighters For Healing was born. Over the past decade, Firefighters For Healing has helped countless burn survivors and families of first responders by bringing joy, hope and relief as they endure the treatment and heal...

The Rising Trend of Self-Perform Work in the Construction Industry

September 14, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22 MB

As the construction industry continues to evolve, self-performing work is becoming a popular topic of conversation. The ongoing labor shortage makes it difficult to build up future field leaders, and new technology is needed to make work safer. The flexibility of self-performance for general contractors can create longterm solutions and ultimately benefit the client. Kraus-Anderson’s Director of Self-Performance Joe Baumann, Executive Vice President Rich Jacobson, and Senior Project Manage...

Building a Destination Medical Center in Rochester, Minnesota

August 31, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

The City of Rochester, Minnesota is home to the world-renowned Mayo Clinic, and the city is booming with economic growth. At the heart of it all is the Destination Medical Center, or DMC, initiative. This $5.6 billion dollar economic development plan is the largest in Minnesota’s history and is positioning Rochester as a global destination for health and wellness. The City of Rochester welcomes over 3 million visitors annually, and DMC’s Heart of the City project is revamping downtown Roch...

Longterm Leadership Success Through Executive Development

August 17, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MB

There is no doubt that people are the most valuable asset to any organization. A company’s commitment to identifying and developing talented leaders is critical to its longterm success. Kraus-Anderson partnered with the University of St. Thomas to create its Executive Development Program, or EDP, designed to provide in-depth and hands-on training in team development, empowerment and delegation, and operational decision-making; through coursework, individual and group projects, comprehensive ...

Developing the Next Generation of Women in Construction with AWC

August 03, 2021 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

According to the National Association for Women in Construction, women still only make up about 10% of the construction industry workforce. Outreach and opportunity are critical in building a more diverse workforce and addressing the industry’s ongoing labor shortage. The Association for Women Contractors (AWC) works to empower women business owners and service providers in construction. With a network of over 200 members - 120 of those being women-owned construction companies in Minnesota...

Reshaping Communities Through Adaptive Reuse

July 20, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

As the retail landscape continues to shift and big box stores are permanently closing their doors, these abandoned, large-scale retail facilities are left empty. Adaptive reuse has become a popular solution. Rather than demolishing the building, they are being repurposed to fit community needs. Gundersen Health System’s new clinic in Winona, Minnesota, was converted from an old Kmart building that had been sitting abandoned for years. Designed by HSR Associates, the 86,000-square-foot clin...

Streamlining Construction Processes with Diggsly

July 06, 2021 08:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MB

The construction industry is fast-paced and always evolving – but it has traditionally lacked the technology to streamline the complicated processes, from scheduling, to time tracking, to payroll. Brent Ramsey and Harry Beckwith saw the need for a tool that worked specifically for the challenges of construction, so they invented Diggsly, a cloud-based tool that is designed to be flexible to meet the needs of both field and office workers. They worked closely with Kraus-Anderson’s Director ...

Living WELL through Sustainable Design with Strang

June 22, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

The US Green Building Council Council’s LEED certification has been a sustainability standard in the design and construction industry for decades, providing performance-based measurements on the design, construction, maintenance and operation of commercial buildings. The more newly established WELL standard from the International Well Building Institute (IWBI) focuses solely on the building’s end-user and which factors affect people’s health and comfort. Together, they provide an inclusive f...

Being Transgender in the Construction Industry with Jennifer Richmond

June 08, 2021 08:00 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MB

In past episodes of Build Me Up, we have focused on some of the challenges in the construction industry, including the general lack of diversity in the male-dominated field. We’ve discussed how we can create more opportunities for women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups. The LGBT+ community has its own unique set of challenges in the workforce. Today we will be shedding light on the T: The transgender community. According to the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, there are...

Exploring Construction History with John Campobasso and Matt Goff

May 25, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

As cities evolve and grow, it’s important to preserve and remember their history. The construction industry is responsible for shaping skylines, and Kraus-Anderson’s 122-year history in the Twin Cities has involved many landmark buildings. KA has a full-time archivist, Matt Goff, to organize the company’s historical archives and artifacts, and to tell the story of many culturally significant buildings throughout the Twin Cities. To discuss construction’s history and the ever-evolving Twin Ci...

Teaching a Sustainable Future with North Park School for Innovation

May 11, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MB

The North Park School for Innovation, part of the Columbia Heights Public School District in Minnesota, is changing the way students prepare for a 21st-century world. The PreK through 5th Grade building has a focus on STEM, creativity, and sustainability with flexible learning studios that facilitate hands-on learning programs for students. North Park was designated as a Green Ribbon School, one of less than 50 schools nationwide honored by the Department of Education for leading the way i...

The Uniquely Complex 'Small' Projects of Construction

April 27, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

When we talk about construction, it’s easy to jump right to the multi-million dollar projects like skyscrapers, multifamily housing, stadiums and event spaces. These multi-phased projects can be complicated and take years to complete. But a lot of the behind-the-scenes in construction involves smaller scale projects, like tenant improvements, renovations, buildouts, maintenance, and more. While they may be labeled as Small Projects, they are vastly important to the client, and require atte...

Breaking the Child Abuse Cycle with CornerHouse

April 13, 2021 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and empower people to play a role in making great childhoods happen. CornerHouse, an accredited Child Advocacy Center based in Minneapolis, has worked over the past 30 years to address the traumatic effects of child abuse – supporting children and families throughout the disclosure, investigation, and legal processes. Most recently, CornerHouse expanded its services to provide therapeutic healing through mental health and advoc...

Inside the Nordic-Inspired Omni Viking Lakes Hotel

March 30, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

The past year has brought countless changes and challenges across nearly every sector of the economy. But perhaps no industry has been as deeply uprooted as the hospitality industry. As the COVID-19 pandemic swept through the U.S., hotels and event centers were forced to close their doors. But construction of the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel, a 14-story, 320-room hotel loaded with amenities, part of the Viking Lakes mixed-use development in Eagan, Minnesota, persevered throughout the pandemic. ...

Rural Healthcare Innovation with St. Croix Regional Medical Center

March 16, 2021 08:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

The past year of challenges amidst the COVID-19 pandemic has brought the importance of healthcare access to the forefront of the conversation. But those who live in rural communities can face a variety of barriers to receiving proper health care. According to the CDC, rural Americans make up about 15 percent of the U.S. population, and are more likely than their urban counterparts to die from heart disease, cancer, unintentional injury, chronic lower respiratory disease, and stroke. St. Cr...

Building an Equitable Workforce with Carpenters in Action

March 02, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MB

After the tragic death of George Floyd sparked nationwide protests and civil unrest, almost every industry has had to look in the mirror – reflecting on overt, covert and systemic racism that exists, and which creates barriers for people of color and other underrepresented groups. The construction industry is no different. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 88% of construction workers are White, compared to 78% in the overall workforce. In Minnesota, only 4.8% of the constru...

The Future of the Iron Range with Virginia Mayor Larry Cuffe

February 16, 2021 09:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB

The City of Virginia, located along Minnesota’s Iron Range, is booming with new development projects. When Mayor Larry Cuffe took office in 2014, he was faced with a unique set of challenges that have been impacting Minnesota’s mining communities. High unemployment rates and the need for a more diversified local economy are challenges now made more complicated amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. But the City of Virginia has taken on multiple large-scale construction projects, including a complet...

Construction's Silent Epidemic: Mental Illness and Overcoming Stigma

February 02, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MB

The silent epidemic of mental health is hitting the construction industry hard. According to the CDC, suicide rates for people in the construction industry are twice as high as the United States national average. 1 in 5 construction workers suffer from mental health challenges, but it is often a silent battle. What factors contribute to mental illness, and what can we do as an industry to end the stigma that can prevent people from recognizing problems and seeking effective help? To discus...

The Future of STEAM Education at Nobel Hall

January 19, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

The Nobel Hall of Science at Gustavus Adolphus College, located in St. Peter, Minnesota, has been a staple on campus for decades. But its recent transformation is setting up Gustavus to be one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country. Kraus-Anderson completed the renovation and expansion project this summer, nearly doubling the building’s footprint to over 177,000 square feet. The new space includes new laboratories, teaching and study spaces, and connects Nobel Hall with the Schaef...

Accessible Healthcare with Action Care Community Clinic

January 05, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

When Ayan Abukar emigrated to the U.S. from Ethiopia, staying in refugee camps before arriving in Minnesota in 1998, her passion was to help others. Growing up in refugee camps taught her the importance of community, and she has worked for decades to help underserved communities in the Twin Cities. Ayan saw the need for more affordable and accessible healthcare for the immigrant community, so she opened Action Care Community Clinic. The clinic sets out to provide quality care for those who...

Fostering Tech Innovation with BuiltWorlds: Part 2

December 22, 2020 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

In Part 2 with Michael Latiner and Ryan Trompeter of BuiltWorlds, they dive into the BuiltWorlds Venture Forum (BVF), which is investing in the most promising construction technology and services. They also discuss the productivity gap in the global construction industry, and how technology investments can work to increase efficiency and address problems like the industry's labor shortage. 

Fostering Tech Innovation with BuiltWorlds: Part 1

December 08, 2020 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

We’re launching into a two-part series here on Build Me Up, featuring an innovative company that is pushing the industry forward: BuiltWorlds. This powerful, digital-first platform evolved from a simple blog in 2013 to a robust network and learning platform made specifically for the industry. In Part I, Michael Latiner, who leads the BuiltWorlds Venture Forum, and Ryan Trompeter, Senior Venture Analyst with the BVF, discuss how BuiltWorlds got started and its evolution to becoming a networ...

Inclusive Living at Bethesda Cornerstone Village

November 24, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Bethesda Lutheran Communities, a non-profit that supports people with developmental disabilities across the U.S., recently opened Cornerstone Village. This first-of-its-kind living community in Victoria, MN, combines active seniors and independent adults with disabilities, creating an inclusive, integrated environment that has not been modeled in the U.S. Accessibility is a priority at Cornerstone Village, and smart home technology in every unit allows residents to do everything from locking...

Indoor Air Quality and COVID-19

November 10, 2020 09:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MB

So much is still unknown about the COVID-19 pandemic. As schools are navigating hybrid learning and offices are planning for an eventual return to work, there are many questions on preventative measures to slow the spread of the virus. Washing your hands, wearing a mask and social distancing are still the most effective ways to prevent COVID-19, but many people have been asking how a building’s indoor air quality can play a role in the spread of the virus. It is easy for misinformation and...

Simplifying ICHRA and Employee Benefits with KA Insurance

October 27, 2020 08:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

The complexity of health insurance and employee benefits can be a bit overwhelming for a lot of people. As of January 2020, there is a new type of HRA, called the Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement, or ICHRA. This innovative new system, while it may seem complex, is meant to keep things simple for both the employer and the employee. At Kraus-Anderson Insurance, part of the KA family of companies, the independent agency is dedicated to navigating the ever-changing world of...

Rural Internet Access with Paul Bunyan Communications

October 13, 2020 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

Technology has become integral to our lives. Many of us can hop on Zoom meetings, stream our favorite TV shows, and access the internet from our pockets without giving it a second thought. But according to NPR, over 21 million Americans still don’t have access to high speed internet, with many of them in rural areas. This makes the innovations from Paul Bunyan Communications (PBC), which provides communication technology services to northern Minnesota communities, all the more important a...

Building a Strong Community with Dwight Picha

September 29, 2020 13:09 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

When longtime Community Development Director Dwight Picha began his tenure with the City of Woodbury in 1977, its population was just 8,000 people. 43 years later, Woodbury is one of the most populous suburbs in Minnesota with over 74,000 residents. Recently retired, Dwight oversaw the development of approximately 10 million square feet of commercial real estate. About 90 percent of the homes in Woodbury today were constructed during Dwight’s time with the city. Woodbury also boasts excell...

Transforming Addiction Recovery with Monarch Health

September 15, 2020 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MB

Addiction is a prevalent issue in the U.S., and often one that gets swept under the rug. Those who are suffering from addiction can often slip through the cracks in the medical system. It becomes a cycle of emergency room visits, using methadone to treat overdoses and withdrawals, without any treatment plan to help the patient to recovery. Dr. Mike Repplinger and Dr. Howard Croft, two emergency medicine specialists, grew frustrated with the holes in the system that was failing those sufferin...

The Future of Air Travel with Brian Ryks

September 01, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of our lives. But perhaps no industry was as impacted as the aviation industry. The rapid shutdown of air travel is forcing the industry to get innovative as they navigate their way through this challenging economic setback. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, managed by the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC), served nearly 40 million travelers in 2019. It was named Best Airport in North America for the fourth year in a...

Investing in your people and your tech with BX-CC

August 18, 2020 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MB

Often times, when we use the term “innovation,” people quickly jump to flashy, technologically advanced innovations. But that is not always the case. BX Civil and Construction (BX-CC), a highway construction company based in South Dakota, is making very intentional investments in both its people and technology. BX-CC CEO and Owner Kari Karst knew that investing in technology was vitally important to keeping the company moving forward. The stringless paving technology has increased efficiency...

Reinventing Youth Mental Health Treatment with Cambia Hills

August 04, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

We have a mental health crisis in our country, and often it is the children that slip through the cracks. In Minnesota alone, over 100,000 children need treatment for serious emotional disturbances. Many children with complex mental illnesses will need weeks or months of round-the-clock care to get well, but the average stay in children’s psychiatric hospitals is 7-10 days, on average. The Hills Youth and Family Services, based in Duluth, Minnesota, is working to address this growing need ac...

Mobile Device Management with Jamf

July 21, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

The concept of mobile device management (MDM) may seem trivial, but the technology behind it is what keeps a company running. In the construction industry, reliable and on-the-go communication is key to running a project. The MDM process is hugely important. KA's Mobile Technology Coordinator Judd Jennrich, KA Project Manager Mike Stark, and Jamf Account Executive Ryan Ward sit down to discuss the innovative, behind-the-scenes process of getting a phone in the hands of every employee at a co...

Building Career Foundations with Cristo Rey Student Interns

July 07, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB

The Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Minneapolis is part of a nationwide network of high schools that provide unique opportunities for urban students with limited education options. Part of Cristo Rey’s core mission that sets them apart is their Corporate Work Study Program. Their students spend one full work day each week in a corporate office setting, performing tasks and learning valuable professional skills to set them apart when they graduate and enter the work force. Kraus-Anderson has...

BIM and Career Pathways

June 23, 2020 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MB

Building Information Technology, or BIM, is a complex facet of the construction, architecture, and engineering industry. Kraus-Anderson BIM Manager Heather Kossila and BIM/VDC Specialists Andrea Blair and Allie Bindert sit down to discuss how BIM technology is evolving within the industry, how the age of social distancing is impacting their work, and the career paths they took before finding their passion for BIM. 

Sam Ebute and the Power of Resilience

June 09, 2020 08:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

Sam Ebute is the director of the MN Trades Academy, a paid internship experience for high schoolers to expose them to career pathways in construction. But his own journey to the industry did not follow a traditional path. In this special episode, guest host and KA's Director of Inclusion and Diversity Laurie Trousil sat down with Sam to learn more about his early life in Nigeria, the culture shock of moving to Menomonie, Wisconsin, and the events in his life that led him to mentoring Twin Ci...

Insights into the Maple River Schools Referendum Effort

May 26, 2020 13:55 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

The Maple River School District serves students in the rural communities of Southern Minnesota. Faced with aging facilities and a declining school population, the district set out to pass a $63.3 million bond referendum for a new school that would house Pre-K through 12th grade students. In its 4th attempt, the referendum passed by less than 10 votes. Kraus-Anderson's Gary Benson and Tony Sjolander talk with Maple River Superintendent Dan Anderson and two Maple River school board members, Ka...

Spotlighting the Bemidji Community's COVID-19 Response

May 12, 2020 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

The United Way of Bemidji Area, a local non-profit in the northern Minnesota community, has been working tirelessly to serve its residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Executive Director Denae Alamano and Kraus-Anderson Bemidji's Director of Business Development Tracy Pogue, who also serves on the United Way board, discuss how the community has come together in unprecedented ways. The generous donations to the Emergency Fund, established for COVID-19 relief, has made countless new initiativ...

Robotics team uses skills for good during COVID-19 pandemic

April 28, 2020 08:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MB

The Team 2052 KnightKrawlers, Irondale High School's robotics team, is using its skills to 3D print face shields for healthcare and other essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Coach Scott Davis, Build Team Student Captain Kyle Warren, and Public Relations Student Captain Maria Johnson discussed how they gathered support and supplies from the community, the trial and error involved in their operation, and the impact they are seeing in the community.

Building for Mental Health and Autism Care with Fraser

April 14, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

Fraser is Minnesota's largest and most experienced provider of autism and early childhood mental health services. Rachel Gardner, Senior Director of Fraser's Autism Center of Excellence and Nancy Baldrica, Fraser's Chief Marketing & Development Officer join the Build Me Up podcast to discuss Fraser's mission, its innovative approach to healthcare, and how the built environment plays a role in designing spaces for those with sensory issues. They also discuss Fraser's newest location in Woodbu...

Staying Well Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

March 31, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of uncertainty and anxiety. Millions of Americans have made the transition to working from home, which can cause feelings of isolation. Essential workers in hospitals, grocery stores, manufacturing plants, and much more don't have that option. Kraus-Anderson Benefits and Wellness Specialist Bre Ostrom, and Maddy Bourgeois and Dawn Mansergh from HealthPartners' Employee Assistance Program discuss health and wellness tips to navigate through these uncerta...

Redefining Healthcare: Regions Hospital Birth Center

March 17, 2020 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Tom and Mary are joined by Regions Hospital Director of Nursing Rochelle Johnson, Kraus-Anderson Project Manager Rachael Oelke, and Reiling Construction President Brigid O'Malley. The three discuss the innovative new Regions Hospital Birth Center, opening this spring in Saint Paul.  The Regions Birth Center features larger rooms and family-friendly amenities, hydrotherapy tubs, postpartum suites, and "couplet care" that allows mothers and their newborn babies to be treated in the same room...

Celebrating Women in Construction with Carol and Sarah Sende

March 03, 2020 15:47 - 27 minutes - 25 MB

The Build Me Up podcast is celebrating Women in Construction Week with Carol and Sarah Sende. Women make up just under 10 percent of the construction industry workforce across trades, sales and management positions. Throughout the month of March, KA’s Build Me Up podcast will be profiling women who have been innovators, change makers and trailblazers in the industry. We kick things off with Carol and Sarah Sende. Project superintendent Carol Sende has been with Kraus-Anderson for nearly 35...

Realty and Development Outlook and Trends

February 18, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 768 MB

Kraus-Anderson Real Estate and Development leaders Peter Diessner, Matt Alexander and Jeff Hildahl discuss the trends and outlook of the industry. The three sat down in our podcast studio to share the complicated process of development, how rising construction costs, online retail and the affordable housing challenge are shaping the future of development, and the strategy behind creating a sense of community within the built environment.  

Construction Industry Outlook with Rich Jacobson and Jay Bowman

February 04, 2020 11:00 - 41 minutes - 903 MB

Kraus-Anderson Executive Vice President Rich Jacobson and FMI Corporation Managing Director of Research Jay Bowman discuss construction industry trends, challenges and outlook heading into 2020. Topics of discussion include solutions to the affordable housing crisis, how companies are addressing the workforce shortage, and the future of modular construction and prefabrication. The two leaders also share their insights on how the economy is affecting construction projects, emerging techno...

C-Suite Leadership with Al Gerhardt and Russ Becker: Part 2

January 21, 2020 09:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MB

Part 2 of Kraus-Anderson COO Al Gerhardt and APi Group Inc. CEO Russ Becker's discussion of construction industry trends, technology and challenges. Gerhardt and Becker discuss solutions to the workforce shortage, an industry trend that takes their breath away, and get put on the hot seat for a speed round of questions.

C-Suite Leadership with Al Gerhardt and Russ Becker: Part 1

January 07, 2020 09:00 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MB

Al Gerhardt is the President and COO of Kraus-Anderson Construction Company. Under Al's leadership, Kraus-Anderson has been consistently ranked in the top 50 Construction Management firms at Risk by Engineering News-Record. Russ Becker is the President of CEO of APi Group Inc., one of the largest specialty contractors in North America. APi Group is the parent company to over 40 independently managed life safety, energy, specialty construction and infrastructure companies in over 200 location...

BIM with Heather Kossila and Liberty Longalong

December 18, 2019 21:15 - 19 minutes - 439 MB

Kraus-Anderson's BIM Manager Heather Kossila and POWER Engineers' Facilities BIM Coordinator Liberty Longalong discuss the constant evolution of the built marketplace. Building Information Modeling is offering high-tech advancements, from laser scanning to 3D modeling, and Heather and Liberty discuss how a growth mindset is the most important tool in keeping up with the age of technology. 

A Case for Collaborative Design: Delta Dental of Minnesota

November 15, 2019 10:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MB

The new Delta Dental of Minnesota Operations Center in Bemidji provides a modern, open workspace for 150 employees. The final product is beautiful, but it was far from easy. Tamera Robinson, CFO of Delta Dental of Minnesota; Nate Enger, VP at ESG Architects; and Matt Stringfellow, Mechanical and Electrical Systems Manager at Kraus-Anderson join Mary and Tom to discuss the complex project. A tight schedule, firm budget, and complex owner needs led to some innovative solutions that turned an o...

Risk Management with Seth Hausman and Dennis Diessner

September 20, 2019 13:12 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MB

Tom and Mary discuss the innovative practices of risk management in the built marketplace with Kraus-Anderson Insurance's Seth Hausman and Dennis Diessner.

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