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The Facade Pod is a glass and glazing podcast hosted by best friends and architectural product reps Mitch Hawkins and Matt Krier. Follow along as these two interview glass and glazing industry leaders to discuss what is happening in the construction world.
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On this episode, Matt and Mitch do a deep dive with Tim Allen, President of Allied Equipment Services- https://www.alliedequipmentservices.com/. These 3 had an awesome conversation talking about Tim's background in the United States military, how he started AES, what they're doing now, and significance of the Veteran Owned Business status for businesses across the country. Awesome episode- enjoy!
In today's episode, Matt and Mitch talk with Jack Paal, Viracon's architectural design consultant in San Fransisco. Jack gave us great insight in how to build relationships with architects and customers, as well as helping us cover a very popular glass product, thermoplastic spacers. A very fun episode!
On this episode, Matt and Mitch speak with Jessi Mages and Ryan Hoffman. Jessi and Ryan are experts on electrochromic glass, specifically Viracon's electrochromic glass with Halio. The discussion today revolves around what is electrochromic glass, how Halio separates itself from others on the market, and how glazing subcontractors should prepare to use it on projects.
Join Matt and Mitch as they discuss increasingly complex glass makeups with 2 members of Viracon's architectural design team, Marni and Jennifer! These two work on projects all over the country, and see more and more complex glass makeups in specifications and projects.
Join Matt and Mitch as they have a wide ranging discussion about all types of bird friendly glass with Adrian Lowenstein of Skyline Windows!
On today's episode, your hosts Matt and Mitch break down all the episodes from Season 3. They also give some life updates and share what their goals are for the upcoming Season 4.
Your favorite cohosts have a great interview today with Zach and Felix, two dynamic leaders at JR Butler in Englewood CO. These 4 discuss the history of JRB, leadership, culture, a little bit of bourbon, and much more.
Join Mitch and Matt as they sit down with Joey and Matt Aragon, of Aragon Construction. These 4 discuss the history of Aragon Construction, the workplace culture that they've built, and the leadership styles and strategies they implement to make Aragon the company it is.
On this episode, Matt and Mitch interview Rob Anderson, Executive VP at Anderson Aluminum in Columbus Ohio. Rob was an awesome guest- these 3 talk about Rob's background, the history of Anderson, some things that separate Anderson from their competitors, and some advice for young people in the industry!
Join Mitch and Matt as they talk with Amber Jones, a rep with the renowned independent rep group PGP. These 3 discuss Amber's career, the unique ways of how PGP builds relationships with General Contractors, Architects, and Glazing Subcontractors, and how young people can learn and grow in the glass and glazing industry.
On this episode, the guys talk with Adrian Lowenstein, the National Business Development Manager for Skyline Windows in New York. These 3 had an awesome time on this podcast with fun stories, discussions around social media, and how to get ahead in the glass and glazing business.
Today's episode features Kristin Thomas, VP of Operations at Tab Glass & Window Corp in Clearwater FL. Kristin was an awesome way to kick off Season 3- Mitch, Matt, and Kristin discussed her background in the industry, Vikings and Packers rivalries, leadership strategies, and advocating for women in the glass and glazing industry. Mitch and Matt also discuss their summers, and what listeners should expect from this season of The Facade Pod.
On today's episode, your hosts Matt and Mitch break down all the episodes from Season 2. They also give some life updates and share what their goals are for the upcoming Season 3.
On today's episode of The Facade Pod, Matt and Mitch interview Dan Keaveney, the private sector leader for Gilbane Building Company's Chicago office. Dan was an electric guest, he has an awesome background and is doing some incredible things in Gilbane's Chicago office. Listen up to hear Dan, Matt, and Mitch chat about the industry, loyalty, employee retention, and much more!
Check out today's episode as Matt and Mitch interview Permasteelisa's Mike Kneeland- CEO of North America- and Steve Abbring- Tendering Manager. This episode covers Mike and Steve's backgrounds, PNA's pre construction process, and their thoughts on how to create an atmosphere that attracts and retains the next generation of our industry's leaders.
On today's episode, Matt and Mitch discuss glass and the industry in general with Viracon's Seth Madole and Garret Henson. This was an extremely fun episode, Seth and Garret have been mentors of Mitch and Matt's for a long time and it was great to catch up with them. They talked about the current industry, new technology, and some funny stories. We hope you enjoy!
On today's episode, Matt and Mitch discuss all things glass and glazing with Mike Bruskin, Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer for Turner Construction. This was a stellar episode with a rockstar guest- Mike dove into his role with Turner, how they view the relationships with their subcontractors and suppliers, what the supply chain looks like in 2022, and much more. Hope you enjoy this one!
This episode features Dr. Christine Sheppard, the Bird Collisions Campaign Manager at the American Bird Conservancy. Dr. Sheppard is responsible for leading the effort to reduce bird mortality from collisions with glass and to advance the issue at all levels. In this episode, Mitch and Matt talk to Dr. Sheppard about:Her background as a bird curator and how she got started with the ABC (5:00-11:07)What the ABC is and why it got started (11:07-14:23)What is bird friendly glass? (15:00- 16:25)What is a threat factor? How is it calculated? (16:25- 26:29)How do you figure out what threat factor a specific building needs? (26:45- 32:08)What are the best methods to make glass bird friendly? (32:32- 37:31)What does the future of bird friendly glass look like?- (37:31- 42:24)Final Takeaway (42:24)
Today's episode features Dan Popadynec from Socotec, one of the best facade consulting firms in the country. Dan gives Mitch and Matt great insight into his job and the glass world in general. Enjoy!
This might be Mitch and Matt's biggest interview to date- Matt Day with Glazier Nation! It's their longest episode as well, but Matt's background and the origin story of Glazier Nation was just too good to keep out of this interview. Hang on for a wild ride!
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