Construction DEI Talks

A podcast to provide DEI knowledge and insights paired with actionable steps for construction industry leaders, employees, and stakeholders so they ca…
Sep 21st, 2023 | 34:12

Season 2 The Wrap Up

The host review season 2, DEI landscape and whats to come in season 3
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Jul 11th, 2023 | 40:39

Getting into the Passing Lane with Stephanie Roldan

Welcome to the Construction DEI Talks podcast, where we dive into diversity, equity, and inclusion as they relate to the construction industry. Co-hos…
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Jun 20th, 2023 | 38:56

S2 E10 - Empowering Women in Construction: Red Shoe Movement's Impactful Strategies with Mariela Dabbah

Welcome to the Construction DEI Talks podcast, a show dedicated to exploring diversity, equity, and inclusion within the construction industry. Join u…
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Jun 6th, 2023 | 33:39

S2 Ep9 - Transforming Construction through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: A Conversation with WSDOT Roger Millar

Welcome to the Construction DEI Talks podcast, where we explore the crucial topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion as they pertain to the construc…
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May 23rd, 2023 | 31:49

S2 Ep8 - Passion for Improving Workforce Health in the Construction Industry with Kabri Lehrman-Schmid

Kabri Lehrman-Schmid has established herself as a highly skilled and competent general contractor. Her $1.9B portfolio is a testament to her diverse s…
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May 4th, 2023 | 28:12

S2 Ep7 - Tackling Talent Imbalance in the Construction Industry: Insights from LEAP TA 2023

Discover how the 2023 LEAP TA Construction Conference will empower HR leaders to connect the right people with the right opportunities and establish a…
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May 2nd, 2023 | 27:45

S2 Ep6 - Dr. Sally Spencer Thomas on Prioritizing Mental Health: How Suicide Prevention Can Improve the Construction Industry

Welcome to the Construction DEI Talks podcast, your go-to source for exploring diversity, equity, and inclusion as they pertain to the construction in…
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Feb 22nd, 2023 | 26:35

S2 Ep5 - Being the first and owning the room with Rosendin's SVP, Angie Hart

In this episode, Rosendin's SVP Angie Hart discusses her fantastic career in construction, equity in the workplace, and how to look for potential grow…
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Feb 3rd, 2023 | 40:10

S2 Ep4 - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice at Work with Thamara Subramanian from The Winters Group

In this episode, we speak with Thamara Subramanian on a broad range of topics on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and justice. Thamara is a born and bred…
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Nov 15th, 2022 | 37:26

S2 Ep3 - Alllyship for Women with Rosendin's James McGibney, Senior Director of Cybersecurity & Compliance

In this episode, James McGibney shares his views on allyship for women in construction and what he’s been up to lately. James is the Senior Director…
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Oct 25th, 2022 | 36:38

S2 Ep2 - CEO Chris Wilkie of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) shares his thoughts on STEM and the Hispanic Community

In this episode, we hear from Chris Wilke, CEO of the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE). Chris shares his views on diversity, equity,…
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Sep 28th, 2022 | 30:35

Season 2 Ep1 - Construction DEI Talks Host Check In with Combs, Baker-Bunch, Quezada, & Roldan

Welcome to the Construction DEI Talks podcast, where we dive into diversity, equity, and inclusion as they relate to the construction industry. Co-hos…
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Jun 9th, 2022 | 23:56

S1 Ep12 - PRIDE and Proud with Erika Fry, ASP - Rosendin

Erika Fry, Senior Safety Manager at Rosendin and leader of Pride and Proud, joins to discuss her experience in the LBGTQ+ community, both in the milit…
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May 26th, 2022 | 23:34

S1 Ep11 - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Subject Matter Expert - Greg Jenkins

Greg Jenkins joins the podcast to discuss the importance of having a strong Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practice in the construction industry.
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May 12th, 2022 | 26:28

S1 Ep10 - Real DEI Talk with Northwestern Mutual's Vice President of Field Diversity & Inclusion Ron Adams

On a recent Linkedin post VP of Field D&I at Northwestern Mutual, Ron Adams shared his 5 D Model for DEI practitioners. We invited Ron to the podcast…
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Apr 28th, 2022 | 27:30

S1 Ep9 - Diversity and Inclusion in Construction and Engineering with Shawmut's Richard Hinton and McKinstry's Ashley Ruiz

In this episode, we are joined by Co-leads - (Diversity and Inclusion in Construction and Engineering), Ashley Ruiz, and Richard Hinton. Ashley…
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Mar 24th, 2022 | 29:40

S1 Ep8 - Developing a Culture of Care with AGC's Brynn Huneke & Southland Industries' Henry Nutt III

Brynn Huneke & Henry Nutt III, representing the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) share their thoughts about the importance of diversit…
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Mar 11th, 2022 | 24:39

S1 Ep7 - Inclusive Diversity with Granite SVP Brian Dowd

Co-host Jorge Quezada and Granite SVP Brian Dowd have a conversation on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the construction industr…
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Feb 4th, 2022 | 36:50

S1 Ep5 - Diversifying your network with Amy Waninger

In this episode, we hear from Amy C. Waninger (pronouns: she/her/hers). She shares her thoughts on the importance of diversifying our networks and g…
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Jan 19th, 2022 | 36:21

S1 Ep4 - Understanding the construction mindset with Alex Willis

Interview with Alex Willis - discussed mindset, where to start and where we can go within construction when we understand where we and our companies a…
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Dec 15th, 2021 | 28:10

S1 Ep3 - Leading with Inclusion with Inclusion Inc's CEO & Founder Shirley Engelmeier

In this episode, we have a conversation with Shirley Engelmeier, CEO & Founder of InclusionINC. She is a TEDx Speaker and the author of Inclusion: STI…
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Nov 17th, 2021 | 36:06

S1 Ep2 - Advocating for Women's Safety & Health with Ironworkers Union's Vicki O'Leary

In this episode of Construction DEI Talks, we sit down with Vicky O'Leary, a representative from the Ironworkers Union, to discuss important issues af…
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Oct 25th, 2021 | 31:50

S1 Ep1 - Leadership & Accountability with Granite CEO Kyle Larkin and Rosendin CEO Mike Greenawalt

Welcome to Construction DEI Talks, where we explore the important topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion as it relates to the construction industry…
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Oct 19th, 2021 | 01:55

Season 1 - Construction DEI Talks Podcast Trailer

Welcome to Construction DEI Talks, a new podcast brought to you by Granite and Rosendin. In this podcast, we will dive into diversity, equity, and inc…
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