Welcome to the Business Benchmark Group Podcast, where we celebrate the remarkable achievements of businesses shaping their industries. Join host Stefan Kazakis as he explores the inspiring journey of Ethan Chittick, CEO of B&E Built, a commercial carpentry company that skyrocketed from apprenticeship roots to surpass $5 million in revenue within their first year.
Discover how Ethan and his team navigated challenges, embraced strategic growth, and utilized essential tools like default diaries and cash flow forecasts provided by Business Benchmark Group. Gain insights into their transformative success and learn valuable lessons on resilience, strategy, and sustainable growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur or business enthusiast, this episode offers profound insights into achieving and surpassing business goals.
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Welcome to the Business Benchmark Group Podcast, where we celebrate the remarkable achievements of businesses shaping their industries. Join host Stefan Kazakis as he explores the inspiring journey of Ethan Chittick, CEO of B&E Built, a commercial carpentry company that skyrocketed from apprenticeship roots to surpass $5 million in revenue within their first year.
Discover how Ethan and his team navigated challenges, embraced strategic growth, and utilized essential tools like default diaries and cash flow forecasts provided by Business Benchmark Group. Gain insights into their transformative success and learn valuable lessons on resilience, strategy, and sustainable growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur or business enthusiast, this episode offers profound insights into achieving and surpassing business goals.
E4 - Transforming Education with Recycled Plastic with Nicola Courtin of Classroom of Hope
Business Benchmark Group Podcast
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1 year ago
E4 - Transforming Education with Recycled Plastic with Nicola Courtin of Classroom of Hope
In this episode of the Business Benchmark Group podcast, host Stefan Kazakis welcomes Nicola Curtin, co-founder and creative director of Classroom of Hope. They discuss the impactful work of Classroom of Hope, an Australian non-profit that builds sustainable schools and homes in developing countries using recycled plastic waste. Nicola shares her journey, the challenges of running a non-profit, and the incredible impact their work has had, especially in areas like Lombok, Indonesia, following the devastating 2018 earthquakes. They touch on topics like the importance of transparency in donor relations, the power of education, and Nicola's personal motivations and inspirations. Nicola also reflects on her academic background in sociocultural anthropology and journalism, which shapes her approach to storytelling and cultural understanding in her work.
00:00 Introduction to Business Benchmark Group
00:42 Meet Nicola Curtin: Co-Founder of Classroom of Hope
02:25 A Day in the Life of Nicola Curtin
04:26 The Story Behind Classroom of Hope
05:08 Impact and Innovations in Education
09:40 Personal Insights and Reflections
14:49 Future Goals and Legacy
17:18 Advice and Life Lessons
22:16 Dream Projects and Socio-Cultural Anthropology
29:26 Dinner Party Guests and Financial Decisions
33:02 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
Business Benchmark Group Podcast
Welcome to the Business Benchmark Group Podcast, where we celebrate the remarkable achievements of businesses shaping their industries. Join host Stefan Kazakis as he explores the inspiring journey of Ethan Chittick, CEO of B&E Built, a commercial carpentry company that skyrocketed from apprenticeship roots to surpass $5 million in revenue within their first year.
Discover how Ethan and his team navigated challenges, embraced strategic growth, and utilized essential tools like default diaries and cash flow forecasts provided by Business Benchmark Group. Gain insights into their transformative success and learn valuable lessons on resilience, strategy, and sustainable growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur or business enthusiast, this episode offers profound insights into achieving and surpassing business goals.
