Conversation with Rob Adkins, Starbucks

The LEED AP CDP Project Manager | Construction for the Starbucks Coffee Company talks about the magic of the band Rush, Australian Rules Football and why being in the field visiting sites is his favorite part of the job. Oh, and that time he was almost detained by Homeland Security.

Conversation with Jodie Susi, Powerhouse

The VP of Business Development for Powerhouse on why no day is a typical today, the art of visiting Dublin during a worldwide pandemic and why having a sense of humor is your greatest ally.

Spending time with… Sara Hughes, JLL

The PMP® Program Manager for JLL Project & Development Services dishes on avoiding conference call overload, the wisdom of her Grandma Wanda Ruth and why the homemade flour tortilla loaded with butter or refried beans is the world’s perfect snack.

Your best tools for staying connected

Working remotely for the first time can leave teams feeling disconnected. Luckily, modern technology can bridge those gaps in communication. There are myriad tools out there. CO by the US Chamber of Commerce takes a look.

Technology drives innovation in the construction industry

Construction technology is undoubtedly one of the most exciting pockets of innovation in today’s economy. Funding in US-based construction technology startups surged by 324 percent to nearly $3.1 billion in 2018, compared with $731 million in 2017, according to Crunchbase data. Investment spans hardware, software, AI, and other exciting technologies.

7 questions to squeeze your competitors’ research

Launching a business is always a challenging and time-consuming process, particularly if you are trying to make a breakthrough in a highly competitive niche. Studies reveal that 90% of new companies fail, most of which fall apart within a year. Why it is so hard to create a successful organization?