From Legacy to Luxury: Kallista's Vision with Alexander Dornbracht
Constructing Brands
What You Will Learn: How to transition from a creative passion to a successful business The importance of brand building in attracting potential buyers Strategies for balancing creative work and business operations The podcast “Constructing Brands” is hosted by Eric Lanel and focuses on the business of building materials manufacturing. It aims to assist companies in this sector by discussing strategies for launching new products, rebuilding brands, and implementing effective communication strategies. The podcast features conversations with experts from construction, architecture,...
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Crafting Success: The Rosemary Hallgarten Story
Constructing Brands
The podcast "Constructing Brands" is hosted by Eric Lanel and focuses on the business of building materials manufacturing. It aims to assist companies in this sector by discussing strategies for launching new products, rebuilding brands, and implementing effective communication strategies. The podcast features conversations with experts from construction, architecture, engineering, marketing, and manufacturing to help companies become stronger and more profitable. In a recent episode, Eric interviews Rosemary Hallgarten, founder of Rosemary Hallgarten Inc., who shares her journey from jewelry...
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Stitching Success: How Romo Inc. Became a Textile Titan
Constructing Brands
What are 3 things you will learn Evolution of Romo Inc.: The podcast discusses the historical journey of Romo Inc., which began in 1902 as a furniture manufacturing business and later transitioned to textiles. This evolution highlights the company's adaptability and strategic pivots in response to market demands over the decades. Family Business Dynamics: Frederic Henry elaborates on the unique aspects of working in a family-owned business, especially one that has lasted for five generations. He shares insights into the challenges and advantages of maintaining a family legacy while driving...
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Painting the Future: Wellness Meets Innovation
Constructing Brands
In this captivating podcast episode, Maya and Price share the inspiring journey of creating Alkemis, the world’s first wellness paint. Born from a shared passion for art and a commitment to health, they reveal how their experiences during the pandemic led them to challenge the toxic norms of conventional paints. With a focus on sustainability and aesthetics, they discuss their innovative mineral-based formula that prioritizes both environmental safety and design elegance. Listeners will gain insights into the complexities of launching a groundbreaking product in the building materials...
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Rocky Mountain Hardware: Founder’s Journey of Creating Artisan Decorative Hardware
Constructing Brands
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: The origins and early days of Rocky Mountain Hardware, founded by Christian Nickum’s parents How Christian transitioned from the family's window and door business to focus on decorative hardware Strategies for creating unique, high-end artisan hardware pieces for designers and architects The importance of trade shows, distribution networks, and innovative marketing tactics like the "road show" Insights into product design, material selection (bronze), and collaborations with designers Maintaining a balance between artistic vision and business scalability Christian...
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Nobilia's Bold Move: Disrupting the U.S. Kitchen Market with European Furniture
Constructing Brands
What you will learn from this podcast: Mikael Akerberg's entrepreneurial background and journey to Nobilia Nobilia's decision to enter the fragmented U.S. kitchen market and create a new product category Strategies for researching and understanding the cultural nuances of the U.S. market Building an efficient nationwide distribution network for European kitchen furniture Partnering for successful online sales and reaching a broader audience Future plans for franchising and expanding Nobilia's presence in the U.S. Lessons learned and advice for global expansion and innovation ...
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Design Psychology: Understanding People to Create Soulful Spaces with Jennifer Be
Constructing Brands
Renowned interior designer Jennifer Bertrand joins host Eric Lanel to discuss her human-centered approach to design. She explains how psychology and deep conversations help her understand clients and create soulful, personalized spaces. Jennifer shares her creative process, from initial chats to online vision boards, and emphasizes the importance of authenticity and risk-taking for growth. She highlights some of her most meaningful projects, including designing homes for military veterans and Ronald McDonald Houses. Jennifer encourages shying away from boundaries, having fun, and not being...
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Rohl Brothers
Constructing Brands
Summary: In this episode of Constructing Brands, the hosts introduce their new partners and discuss their agenda of celebrating heroes in the building materials industry. They express their passion for design and construction and the importance of telling the stories behind the people, brands, and products in the industry. The hosts highlight the need for getting things done and the ability to identify and tell compelling stories. They emphasize the value of working with knowledgeable and experienced partners and discuss the inspiration that comes from travel and food. The episode concludes...
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Intro Episode (Reboot)
Constructing Brands
Summary: In this episode of Constructing Brands, the hosts introduce their new partners and discuss their agenda of celebrating heroes in the building materials industry. They express their passion for design and construction and the importance of telling the stories behind the people, brands, and products in the industry. The hosts highlight the need for getting things done and the ability to identify and tell compelling stories. They emphasize the value of working with knowledgeable and experienced partners and discuss the inspiration that comes from travel and food. The episode concludes...
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How to position yourself in a Positive light
Constructing Brands
In the latest episode of GWP’s Constructing Brands podcast, we speak with Kenn Busch, owner of Material Intelligence Website and sustainability thought leader. Kenn offers us insights in how to start the discussion and position your building material company in a world where your carbon footprint is becoming more and more important.. Kenn’s goal is to drive awareness to the importance of climate positive. Learn ways to position your efforts to be climate positive.
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- The progression of environmental protection advancements in building materials
- What is LEEDS
- The 3 nodes U.S. Green Building Council looks for in an environmentally sound building product
- How LEEDS can help your building product
- The U.S. Green Building Council Better Materials program and how it benefits you
In the latest episode of GWP’s Constructing Brands podcast, we speak with Wes Sullens, LEED Fellow at the US Green Building Council, discussing green initiatives in the building materials industry.
About Wes Sullens
Wes Sullens, LEED Fellow, leads Materials & Resources activities at the U.S. Green Building Council. Wes is responsible for the materials credits in the LEED Rating System and guides leadership criteria related to construction waste, product manufacturing, material transparency, circular economy, and embodied carbon. He has worked in the public, private and nonprofit sectors for 20 years on broad topics including energy efficiency, building codes, supply chain sustainability, and chemicals transparency.
Resources
- Website: www.usgbc.org
- Youtube: www.youtube.com
- Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/wessullens
- Facebook: facebook.com/USGBC