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Welcome to The Power of Design podcast, where we have inspiring conversations that explore the intersection of architecture, construction, and real estate, so we can understand the dynamics and trends that shape an exciting and powerful built environment.
Mike Buccialia built his career by repeatedly stepping into unfamiliar environments. From a call center at Frontier Airlines to international technology roles, enterprise sales, and executive coaching, his path reveals what can happen when curiosity meets a willingness to begin again.
In this conversation with Jack Ossa, Mike explains his framework of courage, compassion, and commitment. They explore why courage requires fear, how compassion helps people recover from difficult moments, and why commitment matters when growth takes longer than expected. Mike also shares how genuine curiosity shaped his approach to sales and how he now helps executives, founders, and business owners recognize the beliefs that keep them stuck.
The discussion connects mindset with design, showing how both internal beliefs and physical spaces influence human experience. It is a thoughtful conversation about relationships, self awareness, reinvention, and moving through uncertainty with greater intention.
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Building Smart, AI, Design & Leadership With Christopher LaPata #114
In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Jack Ossa sits down with Christopher LaPata, commercial real estate leader at Walter P. Moore, to explore how diagnostic engineering, adaptive reuse, and AI are reshaping the built environment. Discover how trust, empathy, and smart innovation drive success in design and sales. Don't miss this conversation.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Christianna Williams shares her journey in corporate real estate and explains how workplace strategy, office design, and business goals must align to create successful environments.
Learn how companies are rethinking space, culture, and employee experience in a changing market. Discover how to make smarter real estate decisions that support long-term growth.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Tatiana Mozerova shares how design can influence the way people feel, think, and experience spaces. From lighting and colors to nature and comfort, discover how architecture can improve wellness, productivity, and human connection.
Listen now to explore how better spaces can create better lives.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Monika Nessbach shares her journey from Germany to Charlotte, building designbar, and creating interior design experiences where brand, space, and emotion connect.
Listen to discover how thoughtful design can transform business, creativity, and client relationships.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, we sit down with John Martin to explore leadership, business growth, and culture in the construction industry.
John shares insights on building strong teams, client trust, and long term success through intentional processes and values driven construction. Tune in to learn how culture becomes a competitive advantage.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Mike Moore shares how his journey from residential work to leading commercial projects shaped his philosophy of planning, clarity, and disciplined construction management.
His approach shows how technology, detailed budgeting, and transparent communication elevate project outcomes. Let his story inspire you to build with intention and lead with excellence.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Adam Hawthorne reflects on his journey from engineering intern to business development leader at a 100% employee-owned construction firm.
He shares how genuine relationships, a give-first mindset, and real jobsite experience shape long-term success. Listen in and discover why there are no shortcuts to meaningful impact.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Kristina Held shares how her multicultural education across Belgrade, Germany and the United States shaped her foundation in technical design and construction.
She reflects on her commitment to sustainable architecture, her preference for Passive House over LEED and her unique ability to bridge art and engineering. Listen to discover how structure, intention and innovation can elevate every design decision.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Mark R. LePage returns to the show to talk about the evolution of EntreArchitect, the lessons learned throughout his career, and the importance of understanding both design and business in architecture. He reflects on community, leadership, and the ideas that inspire architects to grow and make a greater impact.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Alaa BouGhanem reflects on building a strong team and leading with purpose. He shares insights about mentorship, business growth, real estate investment, and the power of collaboration across every trade that brings a building to life.
Alaa also opens up about personal decisions, balance, and finding happiness through meaningful work.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Craig Dunn, Managing Partner at Carolina Office Solutions, shares how he transformed a small side hustle into a 25-year business redefining office furniture.
From starting with just $150 to navigating recessions and building a resilient company, Craig reveals lessons in leadership, intuition, and staying true to your vision
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Today’s guest is Aleksandra Degernes a leader reshaping how international talent connects with opportunity in the U.S.
As founder of the Eastern European Business Network, she champions economic integration, workforce development, and immigrant entrepreneurship. Her journey of reinvention shows the power of community, grit, and bold leadership to transform entire regions.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, we sit down with fellow podcaster Patrick MacIsaac with Roby Commercial Construction, we explore how storytelling, leadership, and branding shape the built environment.
From radio shows to podcasting to strategic communication, this conversation uncovers key lessons for creative entrepreneurs. Tune in to rethink how you share your voice.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Clayton Sealey shares how his passion for design, urban planning, and the arts shapes the future of Charlotte.
From CLT Development to his role at the Mint Museum and Charlotte's Planning Commission, Clayton reveals what it takes to create inclusive, connected cities. Discover how cultural vision drives real change.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, we celebrate our 100th episode with the incredible Mary Anna Ossa, co-founder of Partners and Grapes. We dive into creative courage, branding through storytelling, and building a purpose-driven business. Don’t miss this milestone moment tune in and celebrate creativity and community with us!.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Adam Babbidge shares his story of growing up in a small town and building a career around helping people. From listening deeply to forming real relationships, Adam reflects on how showing up for others can transform our personal and professional lives.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, structural engineer and Charlotte business leader Robert Phillips of Bennett & Pless dives into adaptive reuse challenges, the art of responsive client service, and the mindset shift that turns technical expertise into entrepreneurial success.
Discover how deliberate relationship building and a strengths focused team culture can elevate every design project, insights you can put to work today. Ready to level up your structural design leadership?
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Dori Graham shares her inspiring journey from interior design to leading impactful construction projects. Discover her insights on adaptability, collaboration, and creating meaningful spaces. Don’t miss this engaging conversation that’s sure to spark your creativity!
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, we explore the inspiring journey of John McCain, President and CEO of the Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce. From a 30-year Air Force career to leading economic development, John shares insights on the power of soft skills, collaboration, and why Lancaster, SC is a rising destination for families and businesses. Tune in and be inspired by his story!
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Britt Loukos shares her journey as a real estate developer and entrepreneur. From her early days designing plans on graph paper to creating unique spaces like a modern event venue, Britt reflects on her passion for design, hospitality, and affordable housing. She also discusses lessons learned, the importance of trusting her instincts, and her plans to continue creating meaningful spaces.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, we are thrilled to have Greg Lafferty as our guest. Greg shares his extraordinary professional journey, starting in aerospace engineering working at NASA. Seeking more fulfillment, he transitioned into real estate at 26 years old, transforming rundown properties into profitable investments. Over time, he leveraged his technical expertise and analytical mindset to lead a successful construction and development businesses. Greg emphasizes the pivotal role of blending technical knowledge with strong communication skills to drive business growth and build meaningful, lasting relationships
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¡Bienvenidos a The Power of Design Podcast! En esta ocasión, tenemos un episodio muy especial: nuestro primer episodio en español. Hoy, nos acompaña Jefferson Ovalle, fundador de Genesis Construction, junto a nuestro host Jack Ossa.
Ambos son colombianos que han logrado establecer exitosamente sus empresas en Estados Unidos, y hoy compartirán con nosotros algo más que sus historias: los consejos clave que todo inmigrante hispanohablante necesita para abrirse camino en este país.
En este episodio titulado "La Ventaja del Inmigrante", Jack y Jefferson nos hablan sobre los desafíos y las oportunidades que enfrentaron al llegar a un nuevo país. Lo más importante, nos brindan ideas valiosas para quienes están buscando trabajo o pensando en crear su propia empresa en Estados Unidos. Prepárate para escuchar experiencias reales, consejos prácticos y motivación para tomar las riendas de tu futuro. ¡No te lo pierdas!
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Welcome to another episode of The Power of Design Podcast! Today, we're excited to have Thom Klingman, VP of New Business Development at CBI Workplace Solutions, with us.
CBI is a solutions-oriented organization focused on helping its clients leverage the power of the workplace. In this episode, Thom will explore his career journey and strategies for forging robust business relationships. He'll also discuss his personal decision to stop drinking alcohol and share his recent experience as a kidney donor.
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Today, we're joined by Ben Visser, founder of Social Design House, a dynamic branding and digital design studio located in Rock Hill, SC. Throughout this episode, Ben shares his entrepreneurial journey and discusses how digital design has empowered the growth of his business. Join us as we delve into the inspiring world of design and entrepreneurship with Ben Visser. Podcast Instagram Jack on Instagram More info about the podcast
In today's episode of The Power of Design Podcast, Jack speaks with Russ Little, a principal at Strata Project Management. This Charlotte, NC-based firm offers comprehensive construction project management and real estate consulting services. With years of global experience, Russ delivers expert advice, impeccable execution, and the meticulous attention to detail that can only be delivered by owner-operated boutique firms.
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In this Episode of the Power of Design Podcast, Jack talked to his friend Melanie Guinn Henderson. With award-winning expertise in global strategy and execution, Mel is a trusted advisor with enterprises including corporate, non-profit, and government.
Starting her career in Milan, Italy working with luxury brands, Mel has worked in dozens of industries throughout her career. She successfully advises top communication officers and global business executives in all areas of market research, strategy, and content. During our conversation, we talked about her passion for languages, working and living in Europe, and the importance of a brand strategy in the business world.
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Welcome to another episode of The Power of Design Podcast. In this episode we talked to Austin Balzer from Storey Program Management. With over a decade of expertise in program and project management, Austin brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this episode. He had worked in a diverse array of projects that span behavioral health facilities, freestanding emergency departments, acute care hospitals, ambulatory clinics, and strategic facility master plans. What sets Austin apart is not just his technical proficiency, but his genuine passion for people and team building. He is dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and trust, ensuring that every project is a triumph for his clients and his team.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, we talked to Drew Thigpen. Drew is a founding partner at Greenberg Gibbons Properties. Based in Charlotte, NC, he leads all development activities in North and South Carolina for the shallow bay, light industrial division. Keep listening to learn about Drew’s exciting story and career path.
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In this episode of the Power of Design Podcast we had the privilege of speaking with Piers Wates, a seasoned expert in real estate strategy and tenant representation. Piers brings a wealth of experience to the table as part of CBRE’s Tenant Representation Group, where he specializes in guiding occupiers through the intricate landscape of real estate. This is our conversation with Piers Piers Wates.
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In this episode of the Power of Design Podcast, the guests are Taylor Critcher and Trey Little, both directors of the Charlotte office of Seamon Whiteside, a 200-person Civil engineering and Site design firm serving North and South Carolina. During our conversation, we discussed their professional journey, how to establish a presence in a new market, and what it takes to grow a successful business and client relationships. This is my conversation with Seamon Whiteside.
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Our guest today is Saichelle McNeill, the visionary founder behind Washroom Laundry. Saichelle's love for laundry shines as a central theme in her life. What's equally impressive is her commitment to social impact, an avid advocate for offering second chances, proudly employing individuals with criminal records, and actively contributing to the betterment of the community in Charlotte, NC. Join us as we uncover the inspiring journey and values of this incredible entrepreneur who is transforming an industry and championing inclusivity and community empowerment.
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Our guest today is William Hodges. William founded Piedmont Capital in 2021, a commercial real estate firm that focuses on the acquisition of core-plus and value-added real estate investment opportunities throughout the Carolinas.
William is responsible for the strategic direction of Piedmont Capital and sources all opportunities for the company. Join us as we delve deep into William Hodges' journey, exploring the milestones, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped him and his team into the real estate visionaries they are today.
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Our guest today is Jefferson Ovalle, CEO of Genesis Construction. Jefferson and his team specialize in retail renovations, self-storage transformations, and new build-ups, boasting an impressive portfolio that spans over 1 million square feet of construction.
Their expertise also extends to exterior building imaging and the overall improvement of real estate footprints, making them pioneers in revitalizing self-storage facilities. Jefferson is a passionate first-generation immigrant from Colombia, who not only takes immense pride in his work but also places his family at the core of his world.
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In today's episode, I talked to Stephanie Spivey with CBRE, having started her tenure at CBRE in 2012. Since then, she has honed her skills and expertise, collaborating extensively with both the Charlotte and Chicago Office Agency Leasing teams.
Join us as we delve deep into Stephanie's experiences and learn insights from her remarkable career in the ever-evolving world of commercial real estate.
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In this episode of the Power of Design Podcast, I'm talking to Russ Sorrells with Own your Category. Russ's career spans building companies from scratch, turning around struggling businesses, and learning from the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Russ's mission is to help entrepreneurs and business owners regain control of their businesses.
This is an insightful conversation with Russ Sorrells about his journey and his passion for helping businesses reach their full potential.
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In today’s episode we talk to John Vieregg, John is the Managing Partner of CoCoTiv Coworking located in the Montford Park District of Charlotte, and responsible for expanding the footprint to other high-growth suburbs throughout the Southeast region.
Join us for an engaging conversation as we delve into John's inspiring career and his vision for the future of coworking spaces.
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In today's episode of The Power of Design Podcast we have Amy Johnson, she is Principal at Strata Project Management Group,enjoy it.
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In today's episode of The Power of Design podcast. We have Courtney Fain. She is Vice President, workplace planning and strategy at JLL. Enjoy it.
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David is an architect, developer, and contractor with over 35 years of experience leading projects and teams to develop innovative design solutions. During our conversation, we talked about the design process, the change in the role of architects in our culture, and the power of design to enjoy the built environment.
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In this episode of the The Power of Design Podcast. I’m talking to my Friend Alaa Bou Ghanem. Alaa is an architect, founder, and CEO of A.B. Group, an architectural design firm in Charlotte, NC.
Alaa is a talented and hard-working immigrant who took the leap to believe in himself and started his own business. After only two years of building a team, he is currently working on a variety of interesting projects. Like myself, Alaa came to the United States looking for opportunities to improve his life. And after years of disciplined work and dedication, he can now build a better future for himself and his family. I’m excited about what he will do and inspired by his positive attitude and energy.
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In today's episode, I'm another Colombian Architect, Graciela Carrillo, AIA. She works at Nassau BOCES Facilities Services as a Senior Manager, where she is in charge of coordinating the school’s capital and operational projects serving Nassau County school districts.
Graciela has committed almost a decade of volunteer leadership service to the American Institute of Architects and is also a leader in the architecture industry, providing a voice for women and immigrant architects in the U.S., encouraging and supporting this community in their path towards licensure and professional development.
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In today's episode, I'm another Colombian Architect, Graciela Carrillo, AIA. She works at Nassau BOCES Facilities Services as a Senior Manager, where she is in charge of coordinating the school’s capital and operational projects serving Nassau County school districts.
Graciela has committed almost a decade of volunteer leadership service to the American Institute of Architects and is also a leader in the architecture industry, providing a voice for women and immigrant architects in the U.S., encouraging and supporting this community in their path towards licensure and professional development.
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In today's episode I talked to Josh Storey, Managing Principal of Storey Program Management. Ossa Studio worked with Josh early this year, helping to develop his company's Brand DNA , Brand Identity and Website. Josh and his team are bringing a high level of expertise and authenticity to the project management profession, I'm proud and excited about their work and the future of this fast growing firm.
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In today's episode of The Power of Design Podcast, we talked to Allen Angle with JLL in Charlotte, NC. Allen lives at the intersection of architecture, construction, and technology leveraging his skills to build a better environment efficiently and collaboratively.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, I’m talking to Riley Clements. Riley is a business development professional for DPR Construction in Charlotte, NC. During our conversation, we talked about the importance of building authentic relationships in the construction industry, building complex technical projects, and how to stay grounded and connected to yourself and your family.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast Sharon Jordan with Speech Tactics shares her incredible story of helping children improve their speech abilities while building an organized an purpose-driven organization.
Sharon is an amazing entrepreneur with a contagious attitude that communicates a commitment to excellence and passion in everything she does.
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For this special Father's Day episode Jack Ossa is being interviewed by his oldest son Jacob Ossa. Jacob is a bright and loving 13-year-old who loves mountain biking.
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In this episode of The Power of Design Podcast, I talked to David Wilkerson and Jeff Bender. Principals at ORW Architecture in Medford, Oregon. I met David during the Goldman Sachs 10KSB Program and have enjoyed learning about his practice and business model. During our conversation, we talked about their history, design philosophy, and how to run a successful and impactful business.
In today’s episode of the power of design podcast, I’m having a conversation with Coach Matt Drinkhahn. Matt’s mission is to push people to be the best they can be and to own that we were all made with limitless potential.
I have a lot of fun recording this podcast, Matt has been coaching high-performance individuals and teams for 8 years and is full of engaging stories and wisdom. If you are interested in personal development like me you will love this episode.
Terry Martin is a Sales Executive at Vari and Co-Founder of the Leads Exchange Group. An extrovert by definition Terry loves to connect with new people, make referrals and create connections that produce positive personal and business results.
Michael Estramonte is the founder and CEO of Starmount Healthcare in Charlotte, NC. As a focused and risk taking entrepreneur Mike's passion is to provide underserved communities access to affordable healthcare. During our conversation we talked about his personal story, business impact in our community and what does it take to grow and run a successful mission driven organization.
In today’s episode of the power of design podcast I’m talking to William McNeely.
William an entrepreneur, and founder of the Do Greater Charlotte Foundation, a community of today’s creatives empowering tomorrow’s creative class through transformative technology, creative space, and a nurturing community.
In today’s episode of the power of design podcast I’m talking to my friend Michael Spencer the Director of Corporate Facilities Design & Services at Lowe’s companies in Charlotte, NC
In today’s episode of the power of design podcast I’m having a conversation with Jason Hlewicki and Jared Hoeflich from Swinerton Construction in Charlotte, NC
In this episode of the power of design I had a really good time chatting with David Crabtree. Dave is a very talented architect with an incredible experience in a diverse range of building types.
During our conversation we tasted bourbon, talked about his career path, and deconstructed what good architecture is.
In today’s episode of The Power of Design Podcast, I will be talking to Blake Martin.
Blake is the senior vice president of strategic relationships at Flagship Healthcare properties in Charlotte, NC.
Blake is an amazing story teller, I always enjoy our conversations and take something of value every time we talk. During our conversation, we talked about business relationships, commercial real estate development and how to nurture and exciting an impactful professional career.
In today’s episode of the power of design podcast I’m talking to Joe Youannas. Joe is a real estate investor and developer in Charlotte, NC.
The first time I met Joe about a month ago, we had a very deep and interesting conversation – during this podcast we talked about his upbringing, career, beliefs and exciting commercial real estate developments he is working on.
Jessica Mann-Amato is a natural design leader. As a principal and part-owner of Mancini Duffy with over 20 years of client-focused design experience, she oversees workplace strategy, space planning, and interior design for Mancini’s New York office. She works diligently to bring her colleagues and clients together to achieve a shared vision, infused with a creative edge, that meets and exceeds expectations.
During our conversation, we talked about the business of design, becoming a high-performance designer and workplace design strategies for thriving organizations.
In this episode of the power of design, I had a great conversation with Hunter Fleshood.
Hunter is a strategic thinker and leader with a unique background that includes technology, sales, and commercial real estate.
Hunter is the head of sales for Comfy, a revolutionary tech company that is changing the way we understand and use workspaces through cutting-edge technology and innovation.
This is my conversation with Hunter.
In today’s episode, I’m talking to an expert urban designer.
Demetri Baches is the founder of Metrocology – a Strategic planning, urban design, and development consulting firm. Demetri’s experience includes leading complex and multidisciplinary planning projects around the world.
During our conversation, I learned about his incredible professional path, we talked about the modern city, urban design, architecture, and the power of design in the urban environment.
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In today’s episode of the Power of Design I talked to Alex Gore, Alex and his Partner Lance are the owners of F9 Productions. And the Hosts of the Inside the firm podcast, a podcast that it’s on my favorites list because they discuss the day-to-day operations of their architecture firm.
During this conversation, we talked about Alex's involvement not only in architecture, but also in construction and development projects, and learned about the current challenges and lessons learned when architects decide to raise the bar to have a bigger impact in the built environment. This is my conversation with Alex.
In today’s episode, I talked to an architect that I admire very much. His name is Darrel Williams.
Darrel is the founding partner and owner of Neighboring Concepts. An architectural design firm in Charlotte, North Carolina that is committed to transforming communities through thoughtful and sustainable urban planning as well as innovative and responsible design solutions.
I was very inspired by Darrel’s story – being the only African American architect in multiple firms. Darrel experienced what it’s like to be overlooked, but his passion and confidence to believe in himself took him through an exciting and inspiring journey of growth and progress.
Darrel is a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects and created a legacy of design excellence to improve his community for years to come.
In today’s episode, we talked about the modern practice of architecture and the advantage of leveraging technology to run marketing and operations.
Thanks to George Valdes, Joann Lui and Chris Morgan for sharing their expertise and insights.
Tripp Guin is committed to always take his career to the next level. I learned so much by listening to his story and the key pivotal moments that took him to build Tripp Commercial Brokerage, a Tenant representation firm working with clients nationwide.
Tripp is a master networker, he has served multiple leadership positions in the local Corenet Chapter and the Charlotte Region Board of Realtor Million Dollar Club. I’m very thankful we had this conversation, this episode is full of insightful stories and entrepreneurship lessons that I’m for sure implementing in my life and business.
In this special episode, I break from my usual format to reflect on the journey so far, the key lessons I learned as a podcaster and entrepreneur, and how all of that made me a better person and professional.
Thanks to Andy Goh with Gohjo Studios for hosting this episode and giving me the tools and direction to get started.
I confidently recommend Andy as a podcast producer and consider him a valuable friend and overall a good human being.
Thanks to my wife Mary Anna for her unconditional support and incredible tenacity to make things happen, please check her new entrepreneurial venture at Partners and Grapes
Thanks to Santiago Martinez for pouring his talents to build all the branding, graphics, videos, and editing content not only for the podcast but for the Ossa Studio Brand.
Thanks to all the guests who have shared their time, expertise, and experience to add value to the Power of Design Audience. I’m excited, motivated, and energized to take this podcast to a new season of growth, please let me know if you are a listener, and don’t forget to leave a review if you can.
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I today’s episode of The Power of Design Podcast we are talking to Frank Wiseman. Frank is a Global Account Executive for Tarkett, a 140 years old multinational corporation specializing in the production of floor and wall coverings.
Frank is a master at building long-lasting and strong business relationships, during our conversation we talked about personal development, sales, and how to grow and nurture a solid and friendly business community to make each other successful.
Every time I talk to Frank I learn something new and take away a dose of positivity and excitement. This is my conversation with Frank Wiseman.
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In today’s episode of the power of design, I’m talking to a very smart and accomplished professional. Jennifer Warawa is the Chief Commercial Officer of DIRTT Environmental Solutions. A prefab construction company that is integrating sustainability, digital design, flexibility, and speed to market for the built environment.
During our conversation, we talked about how to be a high-performance professional, a new way to execute interior design, construction projects, and the future of the built environment.
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Today we are talking to Christi Powell with 84 Lumber – The largest supplier of building materials in the United States with more than 4 Billion dollars in revenue per year. Christi’s experience and expertise lead her to a very special position today, where her work is impacting people's lives creating and opening opportunities for women and minority-owned businesses to succeed.
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Carolina Aponte was born and raised in Venezuela, at a young age, Carolina migrated to the United States and quickly realized that was driven and equipped To make her dreams a reality using her curiosity and determination. Carolina is an entrepreneur and CEO of Caja Holdings – a Financial Services firm providing bookkeeping and fractional CFO services to small and large multimillion-dollar companies. I felt very identified by her immigrant story and found many similarities about how we overcame obstacles to go from cero to business owner.
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Christian Giordano is the President and Owner of Mancini Duffy. An innovative architecture firm in New York City with more than 100 years of history. He is a very interesting architect, visionary, leader, and businessman. I was very impressed and inspired by his story, by his discipline and focus to make progress in his life and career. Working his way up from a young designer to project manager and business owner, Christian exemplifies the power of design to approach marketing, leadership, operations, and innovation in his architecture practice today.
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In today’s episode, we have a repeat guest – Chris Moeller is the founder and principal of Orion Growth, a workplace consulting firm specialized in helping companies design and build productive and engaging workplaces.
Chris and I wanted to get back together because our first episode was pre-covid and had too much to talk about what has happened in the last year.
This time we talked about Covid-19 impact in the workplace, leveraging technology to make our lives better, and what its like to grow and evolve as an entrepreneur.
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Robert is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of Monograph, an expert in designing software solutions that facilitate architects and designers deliver the power of design. I felt very aligned with Robert's work ethic and way of thinking, the son of immigrants from southern China, Robert has taken any opportunity presented to him and took it to the next level. I’m inspired and motivated by his personal story and business ventures and hope you feel the same.
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In today’s episode of the power of design podcast, I’m interviewing Clayton Sealey. Clayton is a creative thinker, marketer, and designer who organically grew an Instagram account to more than 12,000 followers covering urban design and development in Charlotte NC.
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With more than 20 years of experience as a financial executive and owner of a structural engineering firm, Cassmer Ward and I discussed the basic structure and purpose of business and profits. – I learned so much from this episode and know that the power of design audience will find a plethora of insights and knowledge to take your career and business to the next level. This is my conversation with Cass.
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In this episode of the Power of Design, I’m talking to my Friend John Petrone.
John is the president and CEO of Southwood Corporation. Southwood is a full-service Signage Company In Charlotte NC.
John is a military veteran and a business leader who empowers his team to reach the highest levels of quality in production and service, in order to create tangible results for his clients.
John and I started our entrepreneurial journeys around the same time, we have worked together and help each other by sharing opportunities, projects and talking about the present and the future of our businesses.
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In today's episode of the power of design podcast, I’m interviewing my friend Josh Dobeck. Josh is the Manager of Business Development for Turner construction in Charlotte NC. Josh is an experienced construction professional, with an incredible work ethic and commitment to excellence. During our conversation, we talked about design, construction, and the importance of keeping yourself creative in the business world.
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In today's episode, we are talking to two architects and entrepreneurs. Jes Sanders and Toby Witte are Charlotte NC designers building their firms and their dreams. During our conversation, we explore design, business, risk, passion, construction, and much more.
Please let me know what you think about this format with two guests at the same time.
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In today’s episode, I’m talking to a very inspiring person. His name is André Collins, CCIM, MSRE. Like myself, André is a first-generation Immigrant who took the opportunities presented to him and through hard work and dedication built an exciting and fulfilling life journey.
André is originally from Jamaica and currently a Commercial Real Estate Broker for Lincoln Harris in Charlotte, NC. During our conversation, we talked about creating your own destiny, curiosity, determination, and how to create value in commercial real estate transactions.
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In today’s episode of the power of design podcast, I’m talking to Collin Brock. Collin is a managing partner at Bloc Design, a Civil Engineering and Landscaping architecture firm In Charlotte, NC
I have known Collin for more than 15 years, and have always been impressed by his tenacity and persistence as an entrepreneur.
We had a great conversation talking about design, how to build a business, and what does it take to be a leader and deliver value to the marketplace.
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In today’s episode, I’m talking to Josh McConaughey. Josh is a Vice President at JE Dunn Construction In Charlotte, NC
Josh is a transformational leader whose heart and hard work are felt in every business relationship and project he is involved with. During our conversation, We talked about leadership, the evolution of construction, and giving back to the community. This is my conversation with Josh.
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Anna Lynch is not your typical structural engineer, she is the Owner and CEO of Lynch Mykins Engineering In Raleigh North Carolina. I’m inspired and energized by Anna’s story and ability to make things happen on her own terms. During our conversation, we talked about believing in yourself, taking massive action to build your own business, and investing in people to create an engaging and fun workplace.
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In today’s episode, I will be talking to Mike Muoio, Mike has been selling disruptive technologies in the construction industry for more than 20 years, during our conversation we talked about architectural design, commercial real estate, and construction cost control.
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In today’s episode of the Power of Design Podcast. I have a very special guest his name is Ernie Munoz, Personally Ernie has been a mentor and role model for me, not only as a professional but also as a person.
Years ago I had the pleasure to work for Ernie, he taught me valuable leadership lessons that helped shape the leader I aspire to be. Ernie is an accomplished architect with an impressive track record of leading teams to deliver a high level of design and impeccable client experience.
During our conversation, we talked about business relationships, the importance of technical excellence, and the power of design to improve our lives. This is my conversation with Ernie Munoz.
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In this episode of the power of design podcast I’m having a conversation with Steve Chaparro, Steve is a keynote speaker and culture design strategist. I really enjoyed this episode because of his interesting personal story and focus on design thinking and strategies to help his clients achieve their goals.
Steve is a great storyteller and a deep thinker who understands the power of design to transform our lives and businesses.
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Sagar Rathie is the managing director of commercial office and mixed-use at Crescent Communities in Charlotte NC.
Sagar and his team are responsible for leading acquisitions and developments throughout the Southeast, with active investment and pipeline development portfolio totaling 3.5 million SF and representing more than$1.0 billion in capital deployed.
During our conversation, we talked about placemaking, design experience, construction, development finances, and the power of design.
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John Espey is a trailblazer. Having started and exited multiple technology companies he is currently the CEO and co-Founder of Defiance Ventures a company that is building the future by partnering with investors and founders to create tech companies that focus on breakthrough digital services.
I learned so much talking to John, His worldview and capacity to make things happening are amazing and inspiring. We talked about nutrition, building strong businesses, technology, and the future of design.
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In today’s episode, I will be talking to Mark R. LePage, Mark is the perfect combination between architect and entrepreneur, he is the founder of Entrearchitect, CEO of Gabl Technologies, and the president or Fivecat Architecture Studio.
It is a great pleasure for me to talk to Mark since I have been listening to his podcasts for years and following his companies as he transforms the way we see and practice architecture. We talked about his personal and professional journey, business, technology, and the power of design, this is my conversation with Mark.
On this episode of the power of design podcast, I was at the other side of the table where my friend David Wells had me as a guest on his New Year's Revolutionary Podcast.
David's blog and podcast revolve around personal and professional development methods and principles, which typically starts with new year’s resolutions.
I was honored to be one of his guests and enjoyed our time together unpacking ideas, concepts, and strategies that I use in my life. – I’d love to hear what you think about this episode and let me know what was the most important topic that grabbed your attention. Please remember to rate and review the power of design podcast in iTunes and contact me via Instagram and let me know what topics or people you want to hear about. Thank you for listening and don’t forget to always pursue your full potential through the power of design.
In today’s episode of the power of design podcast, we are talking to Amy Sullivan Hicks. Amy is a master networker – connector of people and opportunities.
Amy is the president of the Associated Builders and Contractor – ABC Carolinas. Amy has more than 20 years of experience in business development in the design and construction industry. I enjoyed my conversation with Amy because she brings a lot of energy, enthusiasm, and knowledge to our conversation, we talked about the biggest challenges the construction industry is facing, how to become better at marketing and selling construction services and what does it take to be a great business development professional.
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In today’s episode, we are talking to Clifford Blanquicet. Clifford is the founder and president of Blanq Real Estate a fast-growing and energetic commercial real estate firm in charlotte north Carolina. Clifford is a hard-working visionary with no limits to his dreams and a relentless work ethic.
Starting his career as a professional golfer Clifford brings his competitive nature to business, making big things possible consistently.
I especially admire his focus on the family and strong partnership with his wife, as they grow a family with 4 small children and also building a unique and powerful real estate company.
We talked about motivation, team building, thinking big, taking a risk, and much more.
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In today’s episode, I’m talking to Cameron Barradale. Cam is an Urban Designer and Landscape Architect with SOM, an international architecture, engineering, and urban design firm. Based in Charlotte, Cam is an aspirational design professional, who brings global project experience and a passion for big ideas to the Southeast. During our conversation, we talked about making calculated decisions to plan your career path, how great public space unlocks the potential of cities and development, and the power of design in the urban environment.
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In today’s episode of The Power of Design Podcast, I’m talking to Tim Gustafson, PCC, PMP. Tim is an Executive Leadership Coach with a lot of experience in the commercial real estate design and construction industry.
With more than 30 years of experience leading and coaching teams, Tim has developed a natural skill to help develop effective leaders by bringing out the best in people.
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Nicole Cambell is an office leasing broker with Divaris Real Estate in Hampton Roads Virginia.
Nicole is go-getter, switching from residential real estate to commercial broker she quickly established herself as an expert resource to her clients and community leveraging the power of social media.
I was very inspired by her story, and tenacity to embrace change in new situations. We talked about her life, commercial office leasing, diversity, and much more.
Adam Williams is a Partner at Legacy Real Estate Advisors in Charlotte NC. He is an expert at helping brands create, grow, design, and develop successful destination projects such as restaurants and retail stores.
I had a great time with Adam, I learned about his career and ability to deliver a huge amount of value by focusing on his passion and injecting fun in everything he does.
We talked about what makes the perfect restaurant experience and the current estate of retail real estate.
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This year Ossa Studio was the winner of the 2020 business plan competition created by Charrette Venture Group. Last year at the end of 2019 I decided to participate in a business plan competition for architecture firms, even though I have always been working on my business model, never had the chance to give myself a deadline and a simple framework to work on my plans, and now this was the perfect opportunity to focus on the big picture of running a business and get feedback from experts in the field that can validate my ideas. This business plan competition happens every year and is put together by a unique innovative consulting firm focused in the architecture field. CVG Charrette Venture Group is a team of experts on call for small to midsize architecture firms, they offer an interesting combination of services that include finances, marketing, operations, management, and leadership, pretty much all the help you need to run an architecture firm that is not design.
This year Ossa Studio won first place and I’m very happy about this accomplishment for one main reason, Confidence. Starting and running a small business is a lonely journey, I Don’t have any partners to bounce ideas with and many times I find myself doubting whether my ideas, strategies, and plans make sense in the real world or not.
The greatest asset of an entrepreneur is his confidence and anything that increases my level of confidence is going to give me the courage to pursue a bigger and better future for my business and my family, winning the business plan competition is huge confidence buster for me, makes me feel good that I’m not crazy for spending hundreds of hours designing a business model with the same intensity I have when I’m designing a building, I’m very thankful for this opportunity and now more than ever convinced that the power of design is real and works not only in what we can see but also in what we don’t. I’m energized, engaged, and committed to continue building a global multidisciplinary design firm that creates impactful experiences through the power of design.
In today’s episode of the power of design podcast I’m talking to my friend Mike Grippo.
Mike is the owner and principal of Playbook Management. A project management company specialized in office, industrial and adaptive reuse projects.
Six years ago, Mike took the leap to start his own business, during our conversation we talked about entrepreneurship and the steps he took to make this dream a reality – this is my conversation with Mike Grippo.
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Today I will be talking to Zach Simpson, Zach is a tenant representation broker at Avison Young in Charlotte, NC. Avison Young is the fastest-growing commercial real estate services firm in the world. During our conversation, we talked about his experience in the construction and furniture industries and the importance of developing quality business relationships. This is my conversation with Zach Simpson.
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Chris is the founder of Orion Growth, an end-to-end, fully integrated, commercial real estate solution that is fundamentally transforming the way workspace is delivered. Chris believes every person deserves an efficient and nurturing work environment, his business is in a mission to help companies control cost by streamlining their real estate portfolio. As an entrepreneur, Chris is building a diverse team of very talented professionals that provide their clients with a comprehensive and set of design and project delivery services for nationwide portfolios.
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Today's guest is Janet Brooks, Janet is the Director of Business Development and Marketing at Clark Nexsen a 100 years old national architecture and engineering design firm. I enjoyed my conversation with Janet not only because of her positive energy and enthusiasm but her expertise in developing business relationships producing millions of dollars in new work wherever she goes. We talked about how to develop credibility in the marketplace, understanding your clients' business to deliver real value and the steps to grow and become a high-performance business development professional.
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Today I’ll be talking to Virginia Luther, Virginia is a managing director at The Spectrum Companies, a commercial real estate firm in Charlotte NC. Her mission is to grow the company through development opportunities, office acquisitions, and leasing/management assignments. Virginia is a bold go-getter professional. Starting her career as a property manager, she quickly gained an understanding of how buildings work and what’s important to potential tenants. With many years of experience as an office leasing broker, She has participated in over 1 million square feet of lease transactions for large nationwide companies. I love that Virginia is proactive and intentional in participating in industry events, gaining visibility and establishing a unique personal brand for herself.
Bill Guandolo, Bill is a regional vice president with Tarkett. A multinational corporation specializing in the production of flooring products. As an experienced sales professional with more than 25 years of experience, Bill uses his approachable personality, and knowledge of marketing and branding to lead his team and clients and develop strong personal relationships that create business results.
Martin is the Vice President of Facilities Development at Sonic Automotive , with more than 20 years of experience in the construction industry, today Martin is responsible for the development, design, and construction of a nationwide portfolio of projects. Martin is a strategic thinker with a focus on operational efficiency and business growth.
During our conversation we talked about his upbringing in rural Ireland, migrating to United States to build a life and how to manage complexity in the fast-changing design and construction world.
Talking to Martin I learned about work ethic, construction quality, team building and what is a no-excuse attitude to deliver a project with excellence.
Martin’s email signature ends with this quote :“To think is easy. To act is hard. But the hardest thing in the world is to act in accordance with your thinking.” ― Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
In today’s episode, I had a great time interviewing Simon Foster. Simon works for Jones Lang Lasalle in Charlotte, NC, he is the Portfolio Strategy Lead for the Bank of America Account.
Simon is a deep thinker with a very analytical mind, he has over 30 years of management experience leading organizations through rapid workplace transformations. We talked about growing up in Essex England, migrating the united states, and the massive workplace experience shift that is happening in our world today. Simon is a person who thrives in disorder and chaos, if you want to find out more please listen to this.
On today’s show, I’ll be talking to my friend Amber Brown. Amber is the Market President of Alfred Williams and Company in Charlotte North Carolina. Alfred Williams & Company has evolved to become a leader in commercial furniture and interiors as the 3rd-largest Herman Miller Dealer in North America.
Amber is a Sales and marketing executive with vast experience in business development and a passion for the creative process and its ability to solve problems.
Today we talked about the commercial furniture industry, learning and bridging multiple industries and the key elements to building a strong team.
This is my conversation with Amber Brown.
Willy is the Founder and CEO of Stewart Engineering. Willy has grown his business from a small team of structural engineers to a 220-person firm with six offices and eight practice areas including civil engineering, landscape architecture, geotechnical and construction services.
I admire and respect Willy not only because of his business success but also because of his character and overall to approach to living an exciting and purposeful life.
Like myself, Willy is also a first-generation immigrant from Colombia who gives me inspiration and motivation to continue growing and expanding my own design firm.
Today on the show I’ll be talking to Rob Crane. I met Rob a couple of years ago when I was referred to him to help his architecture firm develop a brand strategy and new website. Rob is the owner and founder of C Design, an award-winning Charlotte-based architectural design firm. During our conversation, we talked about the business of design, growing a team and leaving your job to start your own firm.
In today's episode, I'm talking to David Dooley. David has a long track record of developing high-performance teams within the design and construction industry, he is curious, passionate and focused on what matters most, People. After a successful career growing a construction firm today, David is involved in many businesses and currently spends most of his time as the Chief Strategy Officer of CBI Workplace Solutions in Charlotte NC. We talked about leadership, culture, self-reflection, design and construction trends.
Today will be talking to my friend Henri Gresset, Henri is a broker at Childress Klein in Charlotte NC. He represents local developers and investors looking to develop adaptive reuse projects.
I have known Henri for many years and I admire his capacity to understand the market and culture that makes his clients successful.
We’ll be talking about design, technology, traveling the world and the future of the built environment.
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Today will be talking to John Saclarides, He is a senior vice president in the corporate real estate group of Wells Fargo. Sac has an incredible career handling extremely large and complex real estate transactions like one Bryant Park in New York City.
I had the pleasure to interview Sac at his home and had a great time, he is authentic and a wealth of knowledge and experience.
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Today will be talking to my friend Carrie Frye, Carrie is a gifted interior designer she is the founder and lead designer of Carrie Frye Interior Design. She specialized in commercial interiors and restaurant designs, if you are in Charlotte North Carolina you may recognize some of her greatest projects like La belle Helene, The Crunkleton, and The Waterman.
I’m excited about our conversation today not only because I admire and respect Carrie for having the courage to start and run successful design business but also because she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the business of design. Please visit www.cfidstudio.com to learn more about Carrie and her company.
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Jerri Tuck is a project manager and managing director at Savills CRE in Charlotte, NC. Jerri has an extensive background in managing complex projects and working with corporate, healthcare and industry clients.
I'm excited about our conversation today, not only because I know Jerri personally and professionally, but I also have so much respect for her. Having created a path in a male dominated industry, Jerri is as knowledgable and effective in a construction site as she is in a room full of executives.
Today, we'll talk about motivation, construction tolerances, design mistakes and much more.
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Joe Franco is a landlord representation agent and senior vice president at CBRE Charlotte. Joe is a relentless professional. He focuses on project leasing and the strategic marketing of office properties throughout Charlotte on behalf of institutional and private investors.
Recently my firm, Ossa Studio, has been working with Joe and his team, helping Joe do what he does best: maximizing value for his clients. Today, we’ll talk about motivation, design and the leasing industry.
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On this episode of the Power of Design podcast, host Jack Ossa sits down with John Christenbury; John is a Tenant Representation Broker and Managing Director at Cushman and Wakefield in Charlotte North Carolina. John is a go-getter and an emerging leader in the commercial real estate industry; he is a world traveler and understands the value of diversity and inclusion to create a better future for our community.
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On the first episode of the Power of Design podcast, host Jack Ossa sits down with Chris Butlak, founding partner of Barringer Construction. Chris is a visionary entrepreneur, a tireless relationship builder, and is laser-focused on delivering quality to his clients.
We'll talk to Chris about his upbringing, architecture education, entrepreneurship, and the current state of the construction industry in Charlotte.
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Thank you for tuning into The Power of Design Podcast. I’m your host, Jack Ossa.
Architecture and design and have always been a part of my life and very close to my heart. After graduating from architecture school in my home country of Colombia, I decided to move to the United States in search of new opportunities and to pursue the dream of starting my own architecture firm.
At first, it wasn’t easy. I started out working long hours cleaning dishes, bussing tables and scrubbing toilets. Eventually I was given the opportunity to get a working visa and started my professional career working for multiple design firms. After years of struggle, dedication and learning experiences, today I’m not only a US citizen and a first-generation immigrant; but also an entrepreneur, building a multidisciplinary design firm that helps people create impactful experiences through the power of design.
I created The Power of Design Podcast to connect the people and ideas that create a powerful and inspiring built environment.
I want to talk to industry leaders and out-of-the-box thinkers from the design, architecture, construction, and real estate industries about the power of design, space, and their role in our community. We’ll also talk about topics that we’re passionate about like diversity, technology, entrepreneurship, branding and much more.
I’m inviting you to join me as we discuss these ideas by subscribing for free to The Power of Design Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t miss our first episode which goes live July 14. Find out more by following us on Instagram at @thepowerofdesignpodcast and visiting us online at thepowerofdesignpodcast.com. Thank you!