Built to Work Podcast

Built to Work | Episode 17 |ReMA2026

On this episode of Built to Work, Colin is joined by Abhijay Goenka and Brett Ekart live from the ReMa 2026 stage. They share advice for the next generation of industry leaders on building trust/respect, tradition vs innovation, and growing in the family business. Produced by Recycled Media.

Built to Work | Episode 16 | Brett Ekart | United Metals Recycling

On this of Built to Work, Colin sits down with Brett Ekart, owner of United Metals. They discuss the ins and out of growing a business with an emphasis on servant leadership, hiring the right people, and taking the risk of betting on yourself. Produced by Recycled Media.

Built to Work | Episode 15 | Tim Ridderbos | Circular by Shapiro

On this episode of Built to Work, Colin is joined by Tim Ridderbos, VP of Circular Business Development at Circular by Shapiro. Tim discusses his path in to the recycled materials industry, his passion for storytelling in the recycling world, and technological advances being made to improve recycling every day. Produced by Recycled Media.

Built to Work | Episode 14 | Sarah Fuentes | SmartWaste Inc.

On this week’s episode of Built to Work, Colin is joined by the founder of SmartWaste Inc. Sarah Fuentes. She discusses her path into the waste industry, SmartWaste’s goal to ‘Save Money And Reduce Trash’ (SMART), and the importance of being a female leader in a male dominated industry. Produced by Recycled Media.

Built to Work | Episode 13 | Bo Lais | Lula Founder and CEO

On this episode of Built to Work, Colin sits down with Lula founder and CEO Bo Lais. Bo discusses how Lula allows for property managers to outsource their maintenance work to a fully vetted network of contractors to provide a streamlined experience, that improves the process for both managers and renters. Produced by Recycled Media.