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Join Simpson Strong-Tie for Strong Conversations as we invite partners, colleagues and leaders for insightful conversations. Stretch your mind with powerful ideas that will help you evolve how you think about the industry — and your place in it.
We’ll dive deep into issues we all face — forging stronger connections and professional relationships along the way.
Don’t miss the opportunity to get an in-depth look inside the minds of innovators and leaders who are reshaping and advancing the world we build and live in.
We’ll dive deep into issues we all face — forging stronger connections and professional relationships along the way.
Don’t miss the opportunity to get an in-depth look inside the minds of innovators and leaders who are reshaping and advancing the world we build and live in.
Update frequency:
biweekly
Average audio length:
27 minutes
Guest interviews
Has sponsors
English
United States
62 episodes
since Oct. 31, 2023
episodic
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The evolution of technology in homebuilding and construction
Why connected data is critical to reducing friction across the supply chain
How builders and suppliers can work together more efficiently
What AI-powered workflows will look like over the next 12–…
In this episode:
How ON3 delivers company-approved answers directly to frontline workers
Reducing rework and improving quality through instant access to information
Creating a secure single source of truth for construction teams
The future of AI adoption in the building ind…
This episode includes:
The explosive growth of the Top Women program
Creating opportunities for future industry leaders
Attracting and retaining talent across the building industry
The power of mentorship, advocacy, and representation
Amy's vision for the future of th…
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Why AI is a tool that enhances people—not replaces them
How to identify the right AI solution for your business
Ways AI can improve planning, productivity, and collaboration
The biggest opportunities for residential construction in the years ahead
Why the companies …
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Why cutting your marketing budget during a downturn may be your biggest mistake
How trust and "share of voice" influence long-term business growth
The role technology is playing in transforming both publishing and building products
Why integrity and community continue to …
In this episode of Strong Conversations, Russ Kathrein, Vice President of Lumber & Building Materials at Do it Best, shares lessons from a lifetime in the building materials industry—from growing up in a family-owned lumber yard to leading one of the industry's largest cooperative organizations…
In Part 2 of this Strong Conversations series, host Sam Marcoux continues the conversation with Peter Jackson, CEO of Builders FirstSource, diving into what it really takes to lead at the highest level. Peter shares how he manages the constant demands on his time, prioritizes what matters most, and…
In Part 1 of a two-part series of Strong Conversations, host Sam Marcoux sits down with Peter Jackson, CEO of Builders FirstSource, to explore the journey behind his leadership. From a childhood shaped by constant change to early career missteps and breakthrough moments, Peter shares how adaptabili…
In this episode of Strong Conversations, host Sam Marcoux sits down with Dr. Felix Vasquez, CEO of Hyphen Solutions, to explore his journey from a curious gamer to a technology leader shaping the building industry. From early days coding on Atari systems to leading innovation across complex industr…
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