Episode 23 – Nicholas Childs PART 2: Slowing Down to Go Faster with AI, Digital Twins, and the Future of the Built Environment

Episode 23 – Nicholas Childs PART 2: Slowing Down to Go Faster with AI, Digital Twins, and the Future of the Built Environment

In Part 2 of our conversation with Nicholas Childs of Autodesk, we go deeper into how AI, automation, and digital twins are reshaping the built environment, and what firms should be doing right now to prepare. Nicholas breaks down why automation must come before AI, how messy data can derail even the best technology strategies, and why digital twins don’t need to be perfect to deliver real business value. We explore the tension between probabilistic AI and deterministic outcomes, the role of standards, and how firms can clean up their “messy garage” before jumping headfirst into AI adoption. Listen in as Greg and Nicholas talk about outcome‑based BIM, reality capture and spatial AI, the rise of smaller agile firms, and why the future belongs to organizations that optimize what they already do well, rather than trying to “do more with less.” This is the show built to build what's next. This is BUILT2SUIT. 📣 Get Connected: Website: https://built2suitpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/built2suitpodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregnsimpson/ The BUILT2SUIT Podcast is proudly powered by Cuhaci Peterson – visit http://www.c-p.com

Episode 22 – Nicholas Childs PART 1: From Analog Roots to Digital Frontiers

In Part 1 of this BUILT2SUIT two-parter, host Greg Simpson sits down with Nicholas Childs, Senior Sales Specialist at Autodesk Forma, for a wide-ranging conversation about unconventional career paths, the realities of early tech sales, and how curiosity, not credentials, often drives success. Nicholas shares how bouncing between colleges, working direct sales at Square, and launching games with Ubisoft all shaped his philosophy of listening first and solving real problems. This conversation explores analog vs. digital mindsets, lessons in early technology adoption, and why meaningful change almost always starts with a little pain. Join us as Nicholas lays the groundwork for his journey into Autodesk and the deeper industry conversations to come. This is the show built to build what's next. This is BUILT2SUIT. 📣 Get Connected: Website: https://built2suitpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/built2suitpodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregnsimpson/ The BUILT2SUIT Podcast is proudly powered by Cuhaci Peterson – visit http://www.c-p.com

Episode 19: Mitigating Risk & Maximizing Integrity: A Conversation with Paul Riemer

In this episode of the BUILT2SUIT Podcast, guest host Nathan Griffis sits down with Paul Riemer, President of Riemer Insurance Group, a second‑generation leader of a 48‑year‑old family business. Paul shares powerful and practical insights on risk management, cyber security, and the evolving challenges companies face as threats become more sophisticated. He recounts his own firm’s real-life cyber incident–a single click that shut down operations for days–and explains how the right insurance policy prevented six‑figure losses and saved the business. Tune in for a mix of practical advice, industry perspective, personal stories, and relatable humor. This is the show built to build what's next. This is BUILT2SUIT. 📣 Get Connected: Website: https://built2suitpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/built2suitpodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregnsimpson/ The BUILT2SUIT Podcast is proudly powered by Cuhaci Peterson – visit http://www.c-p.com

Episode 18 – From ICSC to Everyday Life with Justin Korinis

On this episode of the BUILT2SUIT Podcast, guest host Nathan Griffis sits down with Justin Korinis, President of Sabre Advisors, for a fast‑paced, entertaining, and deeply insightful conversation on the power of relationships in commercial real estate. Justin shares stories from his 15 years attending ICSC, how early in his career he booked every minute of his day, why tearing his Achilles before the show unexpectedly expanded his network, and why today he intentionally leaves space for unplanned, meaningful connections. Justin also shares Sabre’s vision for expansion, growing a strong team from the bottom up, and continuing to develop a company identity that stands out in the CRE world. This is the show built to build what's next. This is BUILT2SUIT. 📣 Get Connected: Website: https://built2suitpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/built2suitpodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregnsimpson/ The BUILT2SUIT Podcast is proudly powered by Cuhaci Peterson – visit http://www.c-p.com

Episode 17 – From Ice Rinks to Retail: Steve Eigenrauch on Scaling Grace Construction

On this episode, guest host Nathan Griffis sits down with Stephen Eigenrauch, partner at Grace Construction, to explore the realities of growing a construction company across 13 market sectors from retail and automotive to large‑scale institutional projects. Steve shares how Grace Construction grew from a “rowboat with one oar” to a multi‑state operation. The conversation covers the importance of pre‑construction strategy, vendor sourcing, and the company’s commitment to communication, responsiveness, and culture, including their four‑hour rule for answering project questions. Whether you’re in construction, development, CRE, or leadership, this episode offers practical wisdom, proven strategies, and a look at how great teams get great projects done. This is the show built to build what's next. This is BUILT2SUIT. 📣 Get Connected: Website: https://built2suitpodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/built2suitpodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregnsimpson/ The BUILT2SUIT Podcast is proudly powered by Cuhaci Peterson – visit http://www.c-p.com