
The Building Code
A podcast by Buildertrend that explores people, technology and innovation.
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Jul 16, 2024 • 13min
The Building Code summer minisode: Seeing value of relationships with Andersen
This summer, we’re bringing you five minisodes of “The Building Code” where we’re getting to know some of the brands we work with for CBUSA and Buildertrend Purchasing. In each of these quick, 15-minute episodes, Zach is chatting exclusively with brand reps to explore each partnership and how their products and services are bringing value to our customers.
Tune in to the second minisode to hear from Eric Belcher, national business development manager at Andersen. He’s sharing all about how the benefits of their partnership with CBUSA and how it’s improving relationships with members.
Head over to Andersen’s website to learn more about their window and door selections: https://www.andersenwindows.com/
Learn more about the Andersen partnership available to CBUSA members: https://cbusa.us/brand-partners/
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/minisode-2-eric-belcher/
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Jul 11, 2024 • 35min
How affordable micro communities make homeownership possible
Episode 227
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and special guest host Jon Walker, Buildertrend’s chief technology officer, are speaking with industry visionary Booker T. Washington, founder and CEO of Techie Homes Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia. Booker is a creative real estate developer and investor who pioneered the first black-developed micro-community in the U.S.
Tune in to the full episode to hear how these revolutionary communities are making homeownership attainable in urban areas through innovation, technology and purpose.
Learn more about Techie Homes on their website: https://techie-homes.com/
Follow Booker on Instagram to stay updated on future developments: https://www.instagram.com/mr_booker_t/
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Jul 9, 2024 • 14min
The Building Code summer minisode: Talking innovation with Rinnai
This summer, we’re bringing you five minisodes of “The Building Code” where we’re getting to know some of the brands we work with for CBUSA and Buildertrend Purchasing. In each of these quick, 15-minute episodes, Zach is chatting exclusively with brand reps to explore each partnership and how their products and services are bringing value to our customers.
Tune in to the first minisode to hear from Craig Williams, national director for residential new construction, and JC Kimes, residential new construction sales builder, at Rinnai. They’re sharing all about how their partnership prioritizes quality and innovation through their product offerings.
Head over to Rinnai’s website to learn more about their tankless water heaters: https://www.rinnai.us/
Check out Rinnai on their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@rinnaivideos
Learn more about the Rinnai partnership available to both:
CBUSA members: https://cbusa.us/brand-partners/
Buildertrend customers: https://buildertrend.com/materials-builders/
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/minisode-1-craig-williams-jc-kimes/
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Jun 27, 2024 • 38min
Cardinal Crest’s co-founders talk CBUSA benefits
Episode 226:
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley sitting down with returning guests, Joe Christensen and Adam Shaeffer, co-founders of Cardinal Crest Homes in Kansas City, Missouri. They offer their clients a memorable custom home building experience with step by step interior design consulting and in-house architectural services.
Listen to the full episode to hear from Joe and Adam about their experience with the Kansas City CBUSA chapter and the benefits they’ve seen so far.
Learn more about Cardinal Crest Homes on their website: https://www.cardinalcresthomes.com/
Interested in joining a current CBUSA chapter? Send us an inquiry: https://cbusa.us/membership-inquiry/
Want to start a new CBUSA chapter in your area? Head to our website to learn how: https://cbusa.us/new-chapters/
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/226-joe-christensen-adam-shaeffer/
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Jun 20, 2024 • 43min
The top 3 profit killers for builders (And how to avoid them)
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are chatting with returning guest, Benji Carlson, director of content at Breakthrough Academy. Benji works with a team to create free, educational content that makes Breakthrough Academy an industry-leading advising and coaching company for contractors in North America.
Tune in to the full episode to hear about the top three profit killers that are setting builders back and keeping them from reaching their financial goals.
Learn more about Breakthrough Academy and their resources on their website: https://www.btacademy.com/
Download Breakthrough Academy’s Budgeting Resources:
Watch the Contractor Evolution episode, 4 Financial Health Hacks For Contractors, featuring Robert Gauvreau.
Check out Breakthrough Academy’s budget tool: https://www.btacademy.com/downloads/the-building-code
Read “Buy Back Your Time,” by Dan Martell: https://www.buybackyourtime.com/
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Jun 13, 2024 • 39min
How a father-daughter dynamic adds new perspective
Episode 224:
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and his dad James Burtwistle are co-hosting a special Father’s Day episode. They’re chatting with Cassie Parra, VP of operations and design manager, and Max Christiansen, founder and sales director, at Tru Builders. Cassie and Max work together as a father-daughter duo at their family-owned-and-operated remodeling business in Surprise, Arizona.
Tune in to the full episode to hear more about how their father-daughter relationship has added a unique balance and perspective to the business.
Learn more about Tru Builders by visiting their website: https://trubuildersaz.com/
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/224-cassie-parra-max-christiansen/
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Jun 6, 2024 • 31min
Hot take from a pro: We don’t have spreadsheets, we have Buildertrend
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are joined by Gloria Fuentes, founder of GloJoy Construction, a design build company tackling projects in New York, Texas, Florida – just to name a few. Gloria’s background in banking and real estate investing lead her to construction management where she brings projects to life – whether it be in the commercial or residential space.
Tune in to the full episode to hear more about Gloria’s journey and how she’s using technology to ensure successful projects and business growth.
Learn more about GloJoy on their website: https://www.glojoy.co/
Connect with Gloria on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glojoy.co/
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May 30, 2024 • 1h 4min
Customers share their honest feedback live with our Product team
Episode 222:
Today on “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley are hosting a live recording in front of Buildertrend’s Product team. They’re joined by industry leaders Heather and Steve Tankersley, co-owners of Tankersley Construction and long-time users of Buildertrend, as they share their candid feedback about the software. They know what it takes to be successful with the platform – but that doesn’t mean they think it’s perfect.
Listen to this special episode to hear the Tankersleys answer questions directly from our Product team and talk about what works and what doesn’t when it comes to Buildertrend.
Learn more about Tankersley Construction: https://www.tankersleybuilds.com/
Have feedback for our Product team? Leave your suggestions here: https://buildertrend-publicroadmap.launchnotes.io/board
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/222-steve-heather-tankersley/
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May 23, 2024 • 34min
Buildertrend insights: Exploring updates that ensure customer success
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley guestless talking about a couple topics they’re truly passionate about. They’re bringing listeners the inside scoop on some exciting internal changes that’ll positively impact the success of our customers and their businesses. In Charley’s words, “We want to make sure we're not just a product that people use, but a partner for business growth and development.”
Tune in to the full episode to hear more about changes we’ve made to the structure of our customer success team to better serve our users and provide the best experience possible. They’re also talking about our new Buildertrend Business Insights that’ll help builders make smarter business decisions.
Learn more about Buildertrend Business Insights: https://buildertrend.com/buildertrend-business-insights/
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/221-zach-wojtowicz-charley-burtwistle/
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May 16, 2024 • 23min
From dream to done: How financing brings homeowner visions to life
On this episode of “The Building Code,” Zach and Charley have Nelnet Bank’s Landon Weaver and Andrew Clark in studio. Landon and Andrew have both worked in home improvement financing for over a decade. They currently work together at Nelnet seeking to create the best home improvement program in the industry. They’re driven to understand the builder's perspective in order to make tools that maximize impact while minimizing difficulty.
Tune in to the full episode to hear more about how homeowner financing through Buildertrend and Nelnet is making project dreams come true.
To learn more about homeowner financing options through Nelnet, schedule a meeting with our team.
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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/220-landon-weaver-andrew-clark/
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