Matt Shoberg, president of Shoberg Homes, discusses his company's meticulous approach to custom homebuilding. He emphasizes the importance of site cleanliness, quality construction using engineered lumber, and close collaboration with trades, architects, and designers to achieve exceptional fit and finish

Rosario Mannino, owner and principal architect of RS Mannino Architects + Builders, discusses authentic architechtural design philosophy, furniture design, millwork, unique project challenges, and ways to continuously improve systems.

Frank Farkash, CEO of Moontower, shares his journey from architect to design-build contractor and how he integrates sustainable practices into their design-build projects.

Julia Nikishina, founder of New Age Financial Consulting, discusses best practices for financial management in the interior design industry and the importance of accrual accounting and accurate cost tracking to increase profits.

Interior design, business scaling, operational complexity, skilled labor, collaboration, communication, teamwork, project management, client expectations, design education

Filmmaker, Dijoun Farquharson, discusses how building relationships with clients has helped grow his filmmaking business and the importance of understanding timelines and budgets.

Interior designer Jamie Gasparovic, joins Brad to discuss the importance of collaboration, communication, and education in home design and construction projects.

Drew Prince, owner of Oak Hearth Homes, discusses how he uses social media marketing, real estate referrals, and quality construction to grow his business while balancing work and family life.

Ryan Englin, CEO of Core Matters, discusses attracting and retaining top talent in the construction industry, improving company reputation, implementing strong onboarding processes, establishing clear performance metrics, and developing strong leadership in the field.

Michael Short, the Sr. Director of Marketing Operations and Residential at Crestron Electronics, discusses using technology to simplify construction, how Crestron integrates into luxury home builds and superyachts, as well as marketing, launching new products, Crestron’s new podcast and addressing challenges in product development for the construction industry.

Anthony Jeffers, the Director of Project Development for Hensel Phelps, discusses his role in business development and the importance of understanding client needs, building trade partner relationships, and maintaining mental and emotional fitness in the complex and demanding construction industry.

Brad Leavitt interviews Dr. Gautam Gulati about incorporating wellness design principles into home construction to promote healthy living habits and reduce risks of chronic illness through intentional choices in materials, layouts, and amenities. They discuss strategies for balancing work and wellness using small design tweaks and how to approach clients interested in preventative healthcare through their homes.