EP88 The Silo Solution: Turning Concrete into Community (and Cocktails) with Scott Turczynski
Release Date: 07/30/2025
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info_outlineWhat if the symbol of Iowa’s past—an old grain silo—could become the future of community, commerce, and inclusivity? Scott Turczynski isn’t just building structures—he’s building meaning. From navigating a life-changing injury to leading one of the Midwest’s boldest redevelopment projects, Scott’s story is one of resilience, purpose, and creative transformation.
In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by Scott Turczynski, COO of Heartland Finishes and co-founder of HRTLND Companies. Scott shares his journey from small-town Iowa to the helm of ambitious commercial developments, including the visionary Silo Project—a plan to transform decommissioned grain silos into a hotel, distillery, and cultural hub. Along the way, Scott opens up about his spinal cord injury, his unshakable mindset, and how he’s using business as a vehicle for advocacy, accessibility, and community impact. It’s a story of bold ideas, hard-earned wisdom, and turning personal trials into powerful purpose.
5 Fresh Takeaways:
• Just as the silos are getting a second life, Scott’s journey reflects how we can reinvent ourselves in the face of life’s toughest moments.
• T12 Distillery isn’t just a commercial venture—it’s a tool for raising awareness about spinal cord injury and accessibility in the built environment.
• The Grain District shows how creative redevelopment can breathe new life into overlooked spaces—and drive long-term economic and cultural change.
• As Iowa’s first fully wheelchair-accessible distillery, Scott’s project sets a new benchmark for how public spaces can welcome everyone.
• Whether it’s mentoring, developing Bondurant’s downtown, or pledging distillery profits to spinal cord research, Scott’s impact goes far beyond blueprints and budgets.
About Scott Turczynski:
Scott Turczynski is the Chief Operating Officer of HRTLND Companies, a leading commercial construction firm headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa. With over 25 years in the industry and a degree in construction engineering from Iowa State, Scott has overseen high-profile projects across the Midwest. In 2022, he founded The 101 LLC, acquiring a 25-acre redevelopment site in Bondurant now known as the Grain District. His upcoming venture, T12 Distillery, is Iowa’s first wheelchair-accessible distillery, combining small-batch spirits, experiential design, and a mission to support spinal cord research. Named one of the Des Moines Register’s 15 People to Watch in 2025, Scott is a community builder, innovator, and proud father of three.
Contact Info:
Website | https://www.t12project.us/