Innovation Overload

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#63: Convention Overload - Contractor Takeover: Reality Capture Feb 17, 2023

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“Reality capture will revolutionize the way we do business.” Jacinda Matherne, Senior Manager of Industry Alliances and Josh Berger, Sales Manager of Trades at OpenSpace discuss the importance of tracking the process of a job with reality capture and how beneficial it is to visualize the job site. Listen to the barriers of adoption with new technology and how to combat them with Jared Christman, Director of Construction Technology at ELECTRI on “Innovation Overload Podcast: Contractor Takeover,” where innovations in the electrical industry are discussed from one contractor to another.

#62: Convention Overload – Dennis Harter Feb 03, 2023

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“As long as you're innovating and changing, you're going to do well; if you're not moving and changing and trying to do better, you're not going to survive.” Dennis Harter joins the NECA Innovation Booth to discuss the challenges and triumphs he’s experienced on his journey from soldier and apprentice to Vice President of Operations at Kaiser Electric. Dennis digs into strategies he and his company have deployed to recruit, develop, and retain an all-star roster of talent at Kaiser Electric. Additionally, Dennis explains how Kaiser fosters a culture that empowers their employees to take action on their own to implement new ideas and processes to keep fresh and stay on top of a rapidly changing industry and world.

#61: Convention Overload - Contractor Takeover – Hala Nassereddine Jan 20, 2023

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“You need to understand the problem and the potential benefits of a solution.” Hala Nassereddine, Assistant Professor at the University of Kentucky discusses the importance of construction 4.0 and how vital the integration of technology is during the lifecycle of a construction project. Listen to the key role material management takes on with Sean Lazarian, CFO at ESSCO, and Jared Christman, Director of Construction Technology at ELECTRI on “Innovation Overload Podcast: Contractor Takeover,” where innovations in the electrical industry are discussed from one contractor to another.

#60: Convention Overload – Pete Mastrorocco Jan 06, 2023

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“If you're not stretching, you’re not growing, it’s good to sometimes step outside your comfort zone and embrace what’s somewhat uncomfortable.” NECA’s own Pete Mastrorocco, Vice President of Education, Events, and Partnerships steps inside the Innovation Booth and pulls back the curtain on some of the inner machinations and statistics of the NECA Convention and what goes into successfully pulling off an event of such magnitude. Pete discusses how innovation is largely driven by educating oneself and people in your organization, which can be accelerated through the many avenues of literature and networking available through NECA membership.

#59: Convention Overload - Contractor Takeover Dec 23, 2022

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“Nothing starts innovation like a force of change.” Sean Lazarian, CFO at ESSCO, and Jared Christman, Director of Construction Technology at ELECTRI discuss the NECA Convention trade show floor and how to maximize your experience. Listen to highlighted technology that can help improve material management and trends that are on the horizon that will affect the electrical contacting industry on the Innovation Overload: Contractor Takeover podcast, where innovations in the electrical industry are discussed from one contractor to another.

#58: Angie Simon Dec 09, 2022

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“Innovation involves a lot of technology, but I look at innovation as change and being not afraid to change. How can we change the industry to make it better?” Angie Simon, past President of SMACNA and Advisor to the Board at Western Allied Mechanical, shares her take on innovation after 35 years in the specialty trades. As a trailblazer who became President of her contracting company in 2008 just as the recession hit and who became the first female President of SMACNA in 2019 just before the pandemic, Angie is no stranger to championing innovation during uncertainty. Hear her story and her exciting efforts to bring more young talent into the industry through the Heavy Metal Summer Experience. Check out more at hmse.org

#57: Contractor Takeover – Liz Campbell & Engaging the New Generation Sep 30, 2022

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“Construction technology is a career that is out there for you regardless of where you start your career path.” Liz Campbell, Director of Chapter Development at The Atlanta Electrical Contractors Association discusses different pathways for students to enter the electrical industry and the importance of engagement with Sean Lazarian, CFO at ESSCO, and Jared Christman, Director of Construction Technology at ELECTRI on “Innovation Overload Podcast: Contractor Takeover,” where innovations in the electrical industry are discussed from one contractor to another.

#56: Brian Swiatek Jul 25, 2022

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“Innovation as a whole requires a team effort, and everyone needs to be treated with respect.” Brian Swiatek, Director of Field Operations at Continental Electrical Construction Company, shares how to foster a growth mindset and instill innovative practices within a company. Listen to the importance of information exchange from field to office, and discover how technology has evolved to improve daily productivity.

#55: Contractor Takeover – Digital Tools Jul 11, 2022

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“The more tasks that you can complete with one tool, the more valuable that one tool becomes.” Sean Lazarian, CFO at ESSCO, and Jared Christman, Director of Construction Technology at ELECTRI discuss the practical applications of 360 cameras, augmented reality, laser scanning and more. Listen to the importance of these digital tools on the job site on the Innovation Overload: Contractor Takeover podcast, where innovations in the electrical industry are discussed from one contractor to another.

#54: David Peterson Jun 10, 2022

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“We must continue to evolve; we must continue to change our strategy.” David Peterson, Executive Vice President and COO of ERMCO, shares the importance of company culture and business development. Tune in to learn the importance of mentoring, continually striving to improve, and being employee-owned. You’ll see how these qualities, among many more , have sharpened the power of ERMCO's corporate mission and vision.

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