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People-First Builders Podcast

Hosted by Fletcher Wimbush · business · EN · 75 episodes

About this Podcast:

At People-First Builders, we shine a spotlight on the leaders who shape the construction industry by building more than projects—they build teams, culture, and legacy. This podcast is your gateway to the stories of exceptional CEOs and visionaries who prioritize their people, achieve remarkable success, and redefine what it means to lead in construction.Discover how family-owned businesses, niche projects, and innovative leadership styles are driving progress in steel erection, bridge rebar, and infrastructure installation. Each episode celebrates leaders who have spent decades honing their craft, advancing their operations, and achieving results that inspire their teams and peers alike.Whether you're a construction professional, a leader looking for inspiration, or simply someone fascinated by people-centered success stories, People-First Builders offers valuable insights and actionable takeaways from industry's best.While People-First Builders is a new podcast, it's backed by year

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What is People-First Builders Podcast about?

At People-First Builders, we shine a spotlight on the leaders who shape the construction industry by building more than projects, they build teams, culture, and legacy. This podcast is your gateway to the stories of exceptional CEOs and visionaries who prioritize their people, achieve remarkable success, and redefine what it means to lead in construction.

Who hosts People-First Builders Podcast?

People-First Builders Podcast is hosted by Fletcher Wimbush. The show has published 75 episodes to date.

What has People-First Builders Podcast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "How Employee Ownership Strengthens Retention with Ashley Pistecchia" (21 October 2026, 38 minutes), "How Integrity Attracts Better Construction Teams with Victor Bretting" (7 October 2026, 29 minutes), and "Training Trades to Get It Right the First Time with Michael Giaramita" (11 August 2026, 34 minutes).

How often does People-First Builders Podcast publish?

People-First Builders Podcast publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 33 minutes across 75 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on People-First Builders Podcast?

Booking probability for People-First Builders Podcast is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. People-First Builders Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. People-First Builders Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch People-First Builders Podcast?

The strongest fits for People-First Builders Podcast are Other Civil Engineering. People-First Builders Podcast has a business audience.

About the host

Fletcher Wimbush hosts People-First Builders Podcast, a business show with 75 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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    How Employee Ownership Strengthens Retention with Ashley Pistecchia

    Oct 21, 202638 min

    What does it take to attract and retain great talent in an industry where experienced professionals are increasingly difficult to find? In this episode of People-First Builders , Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Ashley...

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    How Integrity Attracts Better Construction Teams with Victor Bretting

    Oct 7, 202629 min

    What does 50 years in construction teach you about leadership, hiring, and building teams people actually want to be part of? In this episode of People-First Builders , Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Victor Bretting...

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    Training Trades to Get It Right the First Time with Michael Giaramita

    Aug 11, 202634 min

    What if the biggest problems on a construction project aren't technical—but people problems? In this episode of the People-First Builders Podcast , host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Michael Giaramita, CEO of Group...

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    Hire for Character and Train for Capability with Jenny Nail

    Jul 28, 202635 min

    Hire for Character and Train for Capability with Jenny Nail, Chief Commercial Officer at CRH Americas Building Products What separates great organizations from the rest? According to Jenny Nail, it starts with hiring...

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    Creating Growth Paths Across Every Department with Greg Stewart

    Jul 14, 202632 min

    Creating Growth Paths Across Every Department with Greg Stewart, President of Jewett Construction What keeps great people in construction? According to Greg Stewart, it's not just competitive pay or exciting...

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    Retaining Top Talent Through Flexibility and Trust with Tania Van Herle

    Jul 1, 202633 min

    Tania Van Herle , Co-CEO of HED, shares how one of the nation's leading architecture and engineering firms has built a people-first culture that drives innovation, attracts exceptional talent, and retains employees...

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    Building Trust First on Complex Construction Projects with Melissa Drew

    Jun 16, 202629 min

    What does it take to successfully launch a construction management company and immediately take on a $53 million project? In this episode of People-First Builders , Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Melissa Drew, Founder...

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    How Great Operators Build Better Roofing Teams with Brad Strawbridge

    Jun 2, 202637 min

    What does it really take to build a high-performing roofing company in today's construction landscape? In this episode of the People-First Builders Podcast , Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Brad Strawbridge — Founder &...

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    How Decentralized Leadership Builds Better Communities with Richard Douglass

    May 18, 202630 min

    In this episode of the People-First Builders Podcast , Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Richard Douglass, President of TruMark Homes and Communities, to explore how decentralized leadership creates stronger teams, better...

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    Creating Career Paths That Keep Engineers Growing with Carrie Stokes

    May 5, 202631 min

    In this episode of People-First Builders , Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Carrie Stokes, CEO and President of Barge Design Solutions, to explore what it truly means to build a people-first engineering firm. Carrie's...

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    Developing Future Leaders Faster in Engineering with Russ Seamon

    Apr 20, 202635 min

    On this episode of the People-First Builders Podcast , host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Russ Seamon , President of Seamon Whiteside, a fast-growing civil engineering and landscape architecture firm in the Southeast...

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    Building Culture Fast in a Growing Trade Business with Uri Pearl

    Apr 13, 202636 min

    In this episode of People-First Builders , host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Uri Pearl, owner of Nealon Insulation, a fast-growing home services company in Connecticut built on a powerful people-first philosophy...

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    Outcome-Based Roles and Lean Standards of Work with Clark Lowe

    Mar 24, 202639 min

    In this episode of the People-First Builders Podcast , host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Clark Lowe , President & CEO of O'Connor Company, to explore how leadership, culture, and innovation are reshaping the...

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    Hiring Quality Over Quantity in Hypergrowth with Angelica Connor

    Mar 10, 202638 min

    What happens when a construction company grows from a small operation to a national firm in just a few years? In this episode of the People-First Builders Podcast , host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Angelica Connor...

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    The Systems Behind High Performing Franchise Growth with Chris Bue

    Feb 23, 202629 min

    What does it really take to scale a franchise organization without losing your culture? In this episode of People-First Builders , Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Chris Bue to unpack the systems, leadership discipline...

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    Building Scalable Roofing Teams Through Structured Training with Michael Feazel

    Dec 29, 202529 min

    In this episode of People-First Builders , host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Michael Feazel , Co-Founder and CEO of Roof Maxx , to explore how structured training, intentional leadership, and innovative business...

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    Developing Future Talent by Making Trades Attractive with Chad Raymond

    Dec 22, 202530 min

    In this episode of the People-First Builders Podcast , host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Chad Raymond , General Manager and Head of Sales at Henry Company , a subsidiary of Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies...

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    Why Paying Top Talent Pays Off Scaling in Tough Markets with Scott Menard

    Dec 17, 202529 min

    In this episode of People-First Builders , host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Scott Menard , President & Chief Operating Officer of Homes Built For America , to discuss how strong leadership, accountability, and...

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    Turning Burnout Into Culture Change in Construction with Chad Abernethy

    Dec 1, 202539 min

    In this powerful episode of People-First Builders , host Fletcher Wimbush sits down with Chad Abernethy , CEO of Abernethy Contracting, for one of the most honest conversations we've had about leadership, burnout...

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    Build Together Thrive Forever Creating an Employee Owned Future with John Abrams

    Nov 24, 202532 min

    What happens when a small crew of "hippie carpenters" grows into a nationally admired, employee-owned company that changes lives, families, and communities? In this inspiring episode, Fletcher sits down with John Abrams...

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