Maren Reepmeyer is an architect with over 25 years of experience. She is currently the Vice President at SGA, a leading architecture firm based in Boston. Maren specializes in complex, large-scale projects and has a passion for adaptive reuse. As vice president, Maren oversees strategic development for SGA as the firm continues to expand its customer base and geographical footprint. Over the course of her career as an architect and industry leader, she has developed a reputation for...

Christian Davies, Principal at Bergmeyer, discusses the importance of connecting brand and design in the retail and architecture industry. He emphasizes the need for spaces to reflect the personality and purpose of a brand, and how this can create a strong emotional connection with consumers. Christian also shares his experience working with major retailers and the challenges and opportunities in driving innovation within large organizations. He highlights the importance of sustainability in...

About The Guest(s): Rob Zirkle is the founder and CEO of Brick, an architecture and design firm based in Oakland, California and he is Practice Group Leader and Vice President at HGA after the recent acquisition of Brick by HGA. With over 13 years of experience, Rob has grown Brick into a successful company with a team of 33 employees. He is passionate about creating quality careers for architects and designers and is dedicated to delivering value to his clients. Summary: Rob Zirkle, founder...

David Chalinski is the founding partner and managing principal at PCA Architects, a Cambridge-based architecture firm. With over 40 years of experience in the industry, David has led PCA to become a highly respected and successful firm known for its creative design work. He is known for his willingness to be vulnerable and humble as a leader, and for his commitment to fostering a culture of transparency and collaboration within the organization. Summary: David Chalinski, the founding partner...

Rob Harbeson is the co-founder and managing partner of Market Square Architects. With over 25 years of experience in architecture and engineering, Rob has a diverse background in various market sectors. He is passionate about design and has a strong focus on creating functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces. Summary: Rob Harbeson, co-founder of Market Square Architects, shares his journey in the architecture and engineering industry. He discusses the importance of having a diverse skill...

Steve Huntzinger is the co-founder and managing partner at Dunham Lane Capital Partners. He has a background in finance and has worked in fixed income sales and trading at Citigroup. Steve is known for his business-like approach to investing and his focus on long-term value. Summary: In the part I of this episode of Design Development, host Rens Hayes interviews Steve Huntzinger, co-founder of Dunham Lane Capital Partners. Steve shares his background in finance and his experience working on...

Steve Huntzinger is the co-founder of Dunham Lane Capital Partners and Banyan Real Estate Group. He has extensive experience in the investment industry and has a passion for finding value in both public and private markets. Summary: In the part II of this episode, Steve Huntzinger discusses his side business, Banyan Real Estate Group, which focuses on distressed real estate. He shares how the opportunity came about and the process of raising capital and acquiring properties. He also talks...

About The Guest(s): Monte French is the founder and principal of Monte French Design Studio, a Boston-based architecture firm specializing in multifamily residential, commercial, and retail projects. With a background in engineering, ironworking, and the Navy, Monte brings a unique perspective to his work and is known for his can-do attitude and commitment to client success. Summary: In this episode of Design Development, host Rens Hayes interviews Monte French, founder and principal of Monte...

Brendan Gove is a successful real estate developer and entrepreneur. He founded Zero Point Development, a company focused on renewable energy and solar projects. He is also the co-founder of GoVenture, a real estate investment and development company. With a commitment to making the world a better, safer, more humane place, Gove founded Zero-Point Development in 2013 to deliver renewable power solutions and Goventure Capital Group in 2018 to find cost-effective ways to introduce renewable...

Frank Valdes is a Principal Architect and market leader in multifamily housing at DiMella Shaffer. With a background in architecture and interior design, Frank has extensive experience in designing and delivering high-quality projects in the multifamily market. Summary: Frank Valdes, a Principal Architect and market leader in multifamily housing at DiMella Shaffer, shares his insights on the art of balance in architecture and design. He discusses the importance of balancing design, budget,...

 Mike Fish is the President and CEO of  Dellbrook | JKS , a construction management firm based in Massachusetts. With over 18 years of experience in the construction industry, Mike has a strong background in affordable housing and market-rate housing projects. He is known for his ability to overcome conflict and adversity, making him a trusted figure in the industry. Summary: Mike Fish shares his journey in the construction industry, from his early days working on job sites as a teenager to...

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Rob Simmons is the Director of Development for Cathartes, a Boston-based private real estate firm with nearly one billion in investments across the Northeast. Cathartes strive to meet the evolving needs of an ever-changing society with purposeful spaces that promote smart living with every project. Rob has over 17 years of experience in the industry and has developed more than 700 housing units, several hundred hotel rooms, and 50,000 square feet of commercial space, all with a capitalization...

Stephen Laverty is a partner at Jumbo Capital Management and the co-founder and principal at Surus Development & Construction. With a background in construction and project management, Steve has a deep understanding of the real estate industry and has successfully built and managed a team of professionals in the field. Summary: Stephen Laverty, partner at Jumbo Capital Management and co-founder of Surus Development & Construction, shares his career journey and insights into the real...

 David Andronico is the Managing Director of Development at Jones Street Residential. He has extensive experience in construction management and project execution in the real estate industry. Summary: David Andronico discusses his role as the Managing Director of Development at Jones Street Residential and the company's focus on multi-family real estate. He explains how the company has expanded from acquiring stabilized assets to developing new construction projects. He also emphasizes the...

Rob Elfer is a partner at Studio Troika, a design firm based in Boston. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Rob has worked on a wide range of projects, including stadiums, high-rises, and commercial buildings. He is known for his innovative design approach and his ability to bring together diverse teams to create unique and successful projects. Rens Hayes interviews Rob Elfer, partner at Studio Troika. They discuss the importance of design in the architecture industry and how...

Enzo Scalora is the founder and CEO of Scalora Consulting Group, an owner's project management firm that provides support and guidance to clients in various sectors. With over 26 years of experience in the industry, Enzo is known for his leadership awareness and expertise in organizational structure and balance. Enzo Scalora, founder and CEO of Scalora Consulting Group, joins the podcast to discuss the role of an owner's project manager and the importance of bringing them in early in the...

Expand your perspective and unlock new opportunities with a daily learning habit. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the impact of lifelong learning. The main speaker in this episode is not a guest but the host of the podcast, Design Development. He shares his personal experiences and insights on the topic of lifelong learning. Hey everyone, today we're going to delve into a topic that has had a profound impact on my life - lifelong learning. Learning is not just something we do...

This week, we have an extraordinary crossover episode as Rens Hayes, the charismatic host of the immensely popular Design Development Podcast, makes a special appearance on the Empowered Returns Podcast hosted by Michael DiMella & P.T. Vineburgh. Rens Hayes is the founding partner of H&O Structural Engineering. With a background in structural steel fabrication, Rens brings a unique perspective to the field of engineering. He is passionate about building a strong brand and providing...

About The Guest(s): Adam Stark is the co-founder of JetBuild, a construction management software that streamlines administrative tasks and improves collaboration among stakeholders in the real estate development industry. With a background in commercial real estate and a passion for wellness, Adam brings a unique perspective to the world of construction technology. Adam Stark, co-founder of JetBuild, shares his journey from military service to commercial real estate development and the...

Scott Bates is the Vice President of Strategy and Development at Erland Construction, a leading construction management firm based in Massachusetts. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Scott has played a key role in the growth and success of Erland Construction, overseeing marketing, business development, and strategy. He is also a principal owner of the company. Scott Bates, Vice President of Strategy and Development at Erland Construction, shares his insights on marketing,...

Andrew Katz is a real estate developer and co-founder of Katz Development, a family-owned development company based in Denver, Colorado. With a background in retail brokerage, Andrew brings a unique perspective to the development process. He is known for his innovative approach to design and his focus on creating high-quality, sustainable buildings. Andrew Katz, co-founder of Katz Development, joins the podcast to discuss his journey in real estate development and the company's latest...

Peter Atherton, founder of ActionsProve, discusses the causes and solutions for burnout in the workforce. He emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and growth in the AEC industry and the need for owner-led organizations to create opportunities for their employees. Peter highlights the challenges of mergers and acquisitions and their impact on company culture. He also explores the shift from individual superheroes to high-performing teams as a solution to burnout. Peter concludes by...

Matt Sluter is the CEO of New England Construction, a general contractor based in Rhode Island. With 37 years of experience, Matt has been running the company for nine years and has grown it into a mid-sized business with 53 employees and over $70 million in revenue. In this interview, Matt shares his insights on organizational leadership, growing a family business, and his experience in the construction industry. Matt talks about his background and how he started selling in 2009 when there...

Judy Sparks, CEO of Smartegies, a marketing company that helps Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) firms achieve scalability and growth, emphasizes the importance of understanding the highest-value customers and targets and how to bring value to them. She believes that having a different infrastructure for marketing and sales can allow companies to scale faster, and conferences and pounding the pavement are no longer as effective as most professions and targets are reachable via...