Podcast Archive

  • A Conversation With Linda Jennings

    Apr 28, 2023 | 37 minutes | Episode 26

    Angie sits down with Linda Jennings, SMACNA's new Executive Director of Market Sectors and Construction Technology. Angie and Linda talk about how she grew up in the industry, some of her expieriences as she rose up through the trades.

  • A Conversation with SMACNA CEO Aaron Hilger

    Mar 20, 2023 | 32 minutes | Episode 25

    For this episode, Angie Simon is joined by SMACNA CEO Aaron Hilger. Angie and Aaron reflect on his first year as SMACNA's CEO and also delve into SMACNA's new strategic plan and what it means for the organization and the industry as a whole. 

  • Women In Construction (Part 2)

    Mar 10, 2023 | 35 minutes | Episode 3

    In part 2 of our discussion surrounding Women in Construction. Our panelists take a moment to reflect on the people that shaped their lives within the industry and how those lessons carry on to the present day. 

  • Women In Construction (Part 1)

    Feb 24, 2023 | 35 minutes | Episode 3

    Dushaw Hockett sits down with Jan Chappell from SMART Local 85, Kathy Kerber with KSM Metal Fabrication, Mindy Roha of CJ Industries, and Shamaiah Turner from SMART Local 17.

  • A Conversation about Safety (Featuring SMOHIT's Aldo Zambetti and SMACNA's Justin Crandol)

    Dec 27, 2022 | 45 minutes | Episode 24

    Angie, Aldo, and Justin talk about some of the work that SMOHIT is doing to promote safety in the workplace. They also promoted mental health awareness within the sheet metal and HVAC industry. 

  • Field Leadership Transitions

    Dec 13, 2022 | 51 minutes | Episode 6

    The discussion focuses on how to mold personnel into exceptional field leaders. Eric, Henry, and Chip talk about the best practices involved with developing field leaders and the need for a structured succession plan.

  • Project Closeout

    Dec 6, 2022 | 38 minutes | Episode 5

    This episode focuses on the intricacies of project closeout and outlines some of the best practices and techniques to ensure a successful handoff of a project to a client. Host Eric Anderton is joined by Tom Martin and Bobby McCally.

  • A conversation with SMACNA's Chief Economist, Dr. Anirban Basu

    Nov 28, 2022 | 36 minutes | Episode 23

    Angie and Dr. Basu talk about a variety of topics, including the overall economic picture and how it will impact the industry, along with examining what specific market sectors will present the most potent growth opportunities over the coming months. 

  • Executive Transitions

    Nov 14, 2022 | 56 minutes | Episode 4

    Eric Anderton is joined by Guy Gast and Angie Simon to discuss the need for a transition and succession plan for companies in the industry. He leads a discussion on some of the best practices to develop the next generation of senior leaders.

  • Customer Focus

    Nov 8, 2022 | 54 minutes | Episode 3

    Eric Anderton is joined by Carmen Koo, President of Applied Air Conditioning, Inc., and Guy Gast, Senior Consultant with The Waldinger Corporation. This conversation focuses on how contractors can meet the needs of their customers throu

  • A conversation with Fatima Ware, WTD Mechanical

    Oct 31, 2022 | 51 minutes | Episode 2

    Host Dushaw Hockett is joined by Fatima Ware, the owner of Cleveland, Ohio-based WTD Mechanical. Fatima and Dushaw talk about Fatima's experience as a black woman rising through the skilled trades.

  • New Technologies

    Oct 24, 2022 | 57 minutes | Episode 2

    Eric Anderton is joined by Joseph Lansdelland Kevin Gill, Jr.. This discussion centers on adopting new technologies in their operations, some of the challenges, and how it has enabled them to better serve their customers.

  • Interview with Curtis Harbour, The Brandt Companies

    Oct 14, 2022 | 42 minutes | Episode 1

    Host Dushaw Hockett is joined by Curtis Harbour, Senior Vice President of the Brandt Companies. Curtis and Dushaw talk about some of the workplace inclusion efforts happening at Brandt, as well as talking about Curtis' work on the Be4All initiative.

  • New Market Entry

    Oct 13, 2022 | 55 minutes | Episode 1

    Eric Anderton is joined by Angie Simon and Dr. Mounir El Asmar from Arizona State University. The three talk about some of the best practices for new market entry and apply some of their own experiences when it comes to entering a new market segment.

  • A discussion with Nate Oland, Federated Insurance

    Sep 29, 2022 | 29 minutes | Episode 22

    During their discussion, Angie and Nate talk about all of the ways that SMACNA collaborates with Federated in terms of products and services, as well as some of the issues that contractors need to be aware of, such as cyber security.

  • A Conversation With Joseph Sellers, Jr., General President, SMART

    Jul 28, 2022 | 41 minutes | Episode 21

    Angie and Joe talk about the collaboration between SMACNA and SMART on issues such as diversity in the workplace and workforce development.

  • A conversation with Rick Blazier, COO of Southland Industries

    Jul 14, 2022 | 26 minutes | Episode 20

    Angie Simon is joined by Rick Blazier, COO of Southland Industries. Angie and Rick talk about Southland's recent acquisition of the Brandt Companies and its impact on the company. They also take a moment to talk about workforce development and trends.

  • A Conversation with Bill Zahner (CEO/Chairman, A. Zahner Co.)

    Jun 30, 2022 | 31 minutes | Episode 19

    Angie Simon sits down with Bill Zahner, CEO/Chairman of A. Zahner Co. Angie and Bill talk about some of the incredible and diverse projects his company has been working on and some of the trends that are starting to develop within the industry.

  • A Conversation with SMACNA CEO Aaron Hilger

    Jun 2, 2022 | 34 minutes | Episode 18

    Angie Simon sits down with SMACNA CEO Aaron Hilger to talk about his first 100 days in the role, his background and prior experience, and outline some of his goals for the organization.

  • Chuck Gulledge on the Future of Our Industry

    Jun 3, 2021 | 43 minutes | Episode 17

    In Episode 17 of Let’s Talk Shop, host Angie Simon, CEO, Western Allied Mechanical, chats with ASHRAE President Chuck Gulledge about his tenure as president in the times of COVID and the opportunities he capitalized on to meet more members.