In the next five to eight years, one-fifth of the skilled trades workforce will retire, taking with them decades of irreplaceable expertise. But unlike retiring executives who often transition into consulting roles, these master craftspeople will simply walk away, with their knowledge and experience potentially lost forever. This upcoming crisis forms the backdrop of our latest episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, as Manja Horner, Founder and CEO of Boost, joins hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott to dive into her mission of transforming how trades companies preserve and transfer critical skills to the next generation.

After losing her 27-year-old son Justin in a preventable construction incident, Rena Harrington turned her grief into purpose. As President of United Support and Memorial for Workplace Fatalities (USMWF), she now advocates for stronger safety practices, better OSHA enforcement, and legislation to protect families like hers. In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, Rena joins hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott to share her approach to workplace safety, the strategies she promotes to prevent fatalities, and how organizations can improve safety compliance while fostering a culture of awareness and accountability.

From devastating setbacks to groundbreaking innovations, the equipment rental industry has undergone dramatic transformations over the past five decades. In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, industry veteran Donald Charbonnet sits down with hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott to share powerful insights gained from his 50-year journey building, growing, and adapting rental businesses through periods of intense change and challenge.

What separates exceptional construction companies from the rest? According to Jim Driscoll, Director of Preconstruction at Kadean Construction Company, it comes down to something that can’t be taught in a classroom or replicated by AI: hard-earned experience and the wisdom to know where your company truly excels. In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, Jim sits down with hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott to share why real-world experience matters in preconstruction, how to balance technology with practical application, and what it takes to develop the next generation of construction leaders.

Housing affordability has reached crisis levels. However, one company is bringing automotive-style manufacturing efficiency to home construction. Boxabl is challenging century-old building practices with an innovative approach: mass-producing homes on an assembly line. In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott are joined by Galiano Tiramani, Founder of Boxabl, to share how Boxabl’s innovative approach slashes building costs, navigates regulatory hurdles, and could help solve the affordable housing crisis.

The construction industry stands at a fascinating crossroads. While cutting-edge technology transforms many aspects of operations, certain fundamental processes remain stubbornly analog. Perhaps nowhere is this contrast more evident than in fuel management, where many companies still rely on handwritten tickets and manual spreadsheets to track one of their most significant operating expenses. In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott are joined by Mike Murphy, the President of Ally Fuels and the founder of Nomad, to discuss how technology is transforming on-site fuel management, the challenges of fuel delivery in construction, and how data-driven approaches are enhancing operational productivity for construction companies.

When it comes to construction and logistics, leaders often focus exclusively on operational excellence, financial metrics, and process optimization. However, as Pete Vanderveen revealed in this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, the foundation of sustainable business success lies in something deeper: personal resilience and emotional intelligence. To learn more about it, Pete joined hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott to explore how personal growth, emotional awareness, and authentic leadership drive both individual and organizational success.

In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts Scott Lowman and J.P. Scott are joined by Mason Hennings, a Senior Estimator at Traylor Bros, to share what it’s really like working on billion-dollar bridges, from custom seal slabs to hurricane delays to the logistics of porta-potty barges.

When Ruth King, Founder and CEO of Financially Fit Business, shares the story of a business owner who lost over $100,000 to embezzlement despite sitting through her financial management class, it perfectly illustrates a critical truth in construction and logistics: financial oversight is essential for survival. In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, Ruth joins hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott to explore essential financial management practices, productivity metrics, and strategies for sustainable business growth in the construction and logistics industries.

26-year-old Samantha Greenwald is proving that success in construction equipment sales isn’t just about time served; it’s about being a “doer.” As Territory Manager at 4Rivers Equipment, she brings a fresh perspective to the equipment sales and rental services, challenging traditional approaches while maintaining the industry’s core values of reliability and relationships. In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, Samantha joins hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott to share insights on navigating the construction equipment industry as a young professional, bridging the gap between rental and dealership models, and delivering exceptional customer service through a "doer" mentality.

In an industry often defined by deadlines, specifications, and bottom lines, the human element of construction can sometimes take a back seat. However, as Jonathan Cinelly, Founder of People First Leadership, reveals, the key to transforming construction culture lies in something far more fundamental than project schedules or technical expertise. In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, Jonathan speaks with hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott about culture, resilience, and the people side of construction.

Rail transportation remains a critical yet often overlooked backbone of America's construction and logistics infrastructure, moving 40% of long-distance freight and enabling next-day delivery services. In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts Scott Lowman and JP Scott are joined by Brian Connell, Director of Business Development at New Mexico Transloading, to uncover rail’s hidden role in the modern supply chain.

In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts J.P. and Scott sit with Jazmin Arellano, Branch Manager at Sunbelt Rentals, to discuss leadership methods, team management, and the unique challenges and opportunities in the construction logistics and equipment rental sector.

In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts J.P. and Scott are joined by Alex Poe, Co-Founder and CEO at Chambr, to share how AI simulations are transforming sales enablement, team development, and performance optimization while maintaining authentic human connections in business relationships.

In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts J.P. and Scott are joined by Amy O'Grady, Founder of Amy O In The Know, to explore how companies can build stronger teams through effective culture development, innovative training approaches, and strategic leadership practices.

In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts J.P. and Scott are joined by Lindsey Trent, President and Co-founder of the Next Generation in Trucking Association (NGT), to discuss how the industry is attracting younger talent through education, training programs, and career development initiatives.

It’s all about getting comfortable with the uncomfortable in the debut episode of Beyond the Build! Join the conversation with hosts, J.P. and Scott as they welcome Carlos Porras, National Business Development Manager, Fero, to tackle one of the biggest myths in the world of construction, today: Third-party hauling in construction logistics. Together, they explore why the stigma against external resources persists, how it impacts operational efficiency, and what forward-thinking companies can do to optimize their logistics strategy. If you’re looking for ways to enhance operations without compromising on quality, and stay ahead of the innovation game in a relatively conservative industry, this thought-provoking conversation is here to set you on that path!

In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts J.P. and Scott are joined by Rob Carpenter, a veteran in transportation compliance and fleet safety, to discuss how telematics technology is transforming construction equipment tracking, maintenance, and theft prevention while also discussing innovative solutions for workforce development.

In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts J.P. and Scott are joined by Elliott Vigil, a Sales Coach and Event Speaker, to unpack the chaos, culture, and opportunities in the construction rental space.

In this episode of Beyond the Build: Innovation in Construction, hosts J.P. and Scott are joined by Trey Griggs, Founder and CEO at BETA Consulting Group, to discuss how construction and logistics companies can transform their marketing approach through authentic brand messaging.