Happy Hour Podcast #176 - Building Better: Steve Szymanski on Industry Leadership and Pre-Notched Patent

Happy Hour Podcast #176 - Building Better: Steve Szymanski on Industry Leadership and Pre-Notched Patent

In this episode, we sit down with Steve Szymanski to celebrate his recent SBC Industry Leadership Award nomination and dive deep into his career in the Truss industry. From Truss Systems to his journey to Drexel, Steve shares what drives his passion and why he’s still working and fully invested in the truss plant. We also explore his experience navigating the patent process for the new pre-notched truss bracing, the practical benefits it brings to job sites, and what’s coming up next.

Happy Hour Podcast [BONUS] - How to Use AI & Elite Habits to Dominate LBM Sales with Bradley Hartmann

The building and lumber industry is shifting fast. Are you keeping up? In this virtual episode of the Happy Hour Podcast, Joel Fleischman is joined by Bradley Hartmann (Host of the Construction Leadership Podcast) to map out the future of LBM sales, off-site construction advantages, and why material waste reduction is your next big profit margin.Plus, Joel and Bradley reveal how they use AI daily for rapid research and defeating confirmation bias, and why embracing professional adversity is the only way to scale your career.Resources:-The Construction Leadership Podcast -The Craft of LBM Sales Podcast-The Greatest Salesman in the World by by Og Mandino-Don't Waste Your Life by John Piper https://www.bradleyhartmannandco.com/

Happy Hour Podcast #175 - Cultivating Beauty: From Sacred Spaces to Daily Craft with Fr. Michael Maher

This week, we’re joined by Father Michael Maher from Marquette University for a wide-ranging, heartfelt, and inspiring conversation. Father Michael shares his deep connection to Marquette, the unforgettable story of the time he met Mother Teresa, and why Rome keeps calling him back. We also dive into the philosophy of beauty, craftsmanship, and how genuine artistry shows up in surprising industries. Plus, Joel and Father Michael reflect on how they first met, the incredible renovation of the St. Brigid Center with The Sunshine Foundation, and - the actual correct way to pour a Guinness! Resources: The Carpenter: The 3 Greatest Success Strategies of All by Jon Gordon St. Brigid Center https://www.stbrigidcenter.com/

Happy Hour Podcast #174 - Shareholder Series: Ownership in Action

What does it truly mean to think and act like an owner? In this episode of the Shareholder Series, we sit down with Brianna, the Office Coordinator at our Kiel location and our latest Shareholder Award recipient! We dive into Brianna’s journey - from growing up in Johnsonville and navigating early service roles to finding her groove at Drexel. Plus, we get a behind-the-scenes look at her creative side, exploring her passion for crochet and her business, B Adventurous, which is all about making people smile, creating, and connecting! Resources:Website - https://www.badventurouscuties.com/#/Instagram -  @badventurouscuties  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCO-4Omg_DPAelyFDia0BNcg]

Happy Hour Podcast #172 - From the Basketball Court to the Business World with Trevor Anderson

Grab a drink and join the Happy Hour crew as we sit down with our very own Trevor Anderson! In this episode, the former UW-Madison Badger and Wisconsin’s Mr. Basketball takes us inside his journey from the court to the business world. We dive into: -What the Mamba Mentality means to him and how nicknames stick. -How elite preparation translates directly into professional confidence. -What drew him to join the team as a Quarterback Account Manager. -Why every high-performer needs an outside voice to push them. -Serenity Klub - His inspiring work coaching youth mental health and resilience through sport. Resources: Walk On Warrior by Drive, Discipline, and the Will to Win Book by John Willkom The Mamba Mentality: How I Play by Kobe Bryant Instagram | @tremamba15