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Bhawya Joshi, a principal architect at Sallaka Studio, shares her experience and journey in the field of architecture. She discusses her education and work experience in India and the United States, as well as the challenges she faced as an immigrant. She provides advice for…

Steve Lodge, an architect and director of architecture at Smith Group. Steve shares his journey in the field of architecture, starting from his early interest in drawing houses to his experiences working at various firms. He discusses the challenges he faced in his education, including…

Andrew Ellsworth, founder and CEO of Doors Unhinged, discusses his company’s mission to reclaim and resell commercial door systems as zero carbon and lower cost alternatives to new doors. He shares his background in sustainability and architecture, as well as the inspiration behind starting the…

Graciela Carrillo, architect and senior manager at Nassau Boces in Long Island, New York, shares her journey from Colombia to the United States and her experiences in the architecture field. She discusses her work in both the private and public sectors, the challenges of obtaining…

Kelsey Ahumada, Managing Principal at Portica Architecture, shares her journey in the architecture industry and the process of starting her own firm. She discusses her experience with licensure exams, the challenges she faced, and the importance of perseverance. Kelsey also talks about the different firm…

Jenny Peysin, Principal of Jenny Peyson Architecture, shares her journey from studying fine art to becoming an architect. She discusses her experience working on high-profile projects like renovating Carnegie Hall and working on high-end residential projects in the Hamptons. Jenny also talks about her firm’s…

Kate Reggev, an architect and owner’s rep, shares her experience and journey in the architecture and project management field. She discusses her work as an owner’s representative, managing design and construction projects for clients. Kate also talks about her passion for historic preservation and her…

Turning Career CHALLENGES into a Mission to Help the Industry – Katelyn Rossier Katelyn Rossier, the founder of mentorDINO, shares her journey in architecture and the motivation behind starting mentorDINO. She discusses her experience in overcoming challenges, including struggling with reading and writing, facing difficulties…

Tara Labosky, architect and principal of Luzerne Consulting, shares her journey from architecture to construction management and starting her own firm. She discusses the importance of understanding the full scope of projects and helping smaller clients. Tara emphasizes the value of studying construction management and…

David Stumpf, founder and managing principal of David Stumpf Architecture, shares his journey in the architecture industry and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the importance of practical skills in architecture education and the need for architects to understand construction management. David…

How to Leverage STORYTELLING through FILM – Gus Bernal Gus Bernal, a filmmaker and podcast editor, shares his journey from Venezuela to the United States and his experiences in the film and advertising industry. He discusses his passion for storytelling and his transition to working…

Architect to Real Estate Developer – Jeff Pastva Jeff Pastva, architect and Vice President of Development at Scannapieco Development Corporation, shares his career journey and transition from traditional architecture practice to real estate development. he emphasizes the importance of taking risks and exploring different business…

Partnership Built on Relationships – Hype Studio – Justin and Mike Justin Novak and Mike Alexander, principals and owners of Hype Studio in Phoenix, Arizona, discuss their journey and experience in the architecture and design industry. They share their backgrounds, from studying architecture in Scotland…

Life as a Construction Estimator – Jesse Robinson Evans Jesse Robinson-Evans, a construction estimator at Rycon Construction, shares his journey from playing with LEGOs as a kid to becoming an estimator. He talks about his experience in construction trades in high school and his decision…

Ricky McLain, a structural engineer and principal at Mass Timber Advisors, discusses his journey in the AEC profession and the use of mass timber in construction. He shares his experience working for a small engineering firm in Vermont, his time at Woodworks providing design support…

Stefanie Reichman, a civil engineer and customer success manager at Bluebeam, shares her journey from civil engineering to construction management to her current role in tech. She discusses the importance of being open to career pivots and not being afraid to fail exams. Stefanie emphasizes…

Bryce Betts, AEC Chief Matchmaker, Career Coach, and Recruiter at Career Collective, discusses her journey in the recruiting and coaching industry, specializing in the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry. She shares insights on career coaching, the challenges faced by small firms in hiring and…

Mechanical Engineering – Career, Pathways, & Leadership Nancy Kohout, Principal Mechanical Engineer at Smith Group, shares her journey from studying mechanical engineering to becoming a leader in the industry. She discusses the different paths within mechanical engineering and the importance of gaining practical experience. Nancy…