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The Crossroads Forum

The Crossroads Forum

By Brian Gould

The Crossroads Forum was created to help the Build Indiana Council better connect and engage with its membership. Over the course of episodes, Executive Director Brian Gould will bring a variety of guests to discuss relevant topics in the road and bridge industry focused on the future and innovation that will elevate the Crossroads of America.
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The Crossroads Forum: S1, E1 — Joe McGuinness, INDOT

The Crossroads ForumJan 06, 2022

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The Crossroads Forum - S2, E9 - Niki Kelly, editor-in-chief of the Indiana Capital Chronicle

The Crossroads Forum - S2, E9 - Niki Kelly, editor-in-chief of the Indiana Capital Chronicle

Build Indiana Council Executive Director Brian Gould sits down with Niki Kelly, editor-in-chief of the Indiana Capital Chronicle, to gain her insight on key races to watch.

Apr 12, 202426:53
The Crossroads Forum - S2, E8 - Laurie Maudlin, president of APPIAN, Inc.

The Crossroads Forum - S2, E8 - Laurie Maudlin, president of APPIAN, Inc.

BIC Executive Director Brian Gould and Laurie Maudlin, president of APPIAN, Inc., break down the dynamics as we ramp up to the legislative session that begins in January.

Dec 01, 202320:39
The Crossroads Forum - S2, E7 - Mike O’Brien, President & Strategist of 1816 Public Affairs Group

The Crossroads Forum - S2, E7 - Mike O’Brien, President & Strategist of 1816 Public Affairs Group

Build Indiana Council Executive Director Brian Gould sits down with strategist Mike O’Brien for the newest episode of The Crossroads Forum podcast. O’Brien, president of 1816 Public Affairs Group, offers insight into the gubernatorial field and what dynamics each candidate brings to the race, as well as other significant races we’ll be tracking at the state and federal levels next year.

Sep 22, 202341:43
The Crossroads Forum - S2, E6 - Jim Pressel, Chairman of House Roads and Transportation Committee

The Crossroads Forum - S2, E6 - Jim Pressel, Chairman of House Roads and Transportation Committee

Jim Pressel, Chairman of House Roads and Transportation Committee, joins BIC Executive Director Brian Gould to discuss the last legislative session.

Aug 04, 202320:58
The Crossroads Forum - S2, E5 - Chris Jensen, Noblesville Mayor

The Crossroads Forum - S2, E5 - Chris Jensen, Noblesville Mayor

We're discussing local road dynamics with Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen and BIC Executive Director Brian Gould. And if you’ve driven through the city lately, you know that there is no shortage of infrastructure projects, including the significant development of a new west-to-east corridor in Pleasant Street.

Jun 23, 202318:60
The Crossroads Forum - S2, E4 - Richard Hedgecock, president of Indiana Constructors, Inc.

The Crossroads Forum - S2, E4 - Richard Hedgecock, president of Indiana Constructors, Inc.

We're discussing last month's event in Washington, D.C. with industry stakeholders where conversations with lawmakers were much more focused on issues and coalescing on support to help Indiana secure more of the discretionary funding provided by the federal infrastructure IIJA law. We're also touching ICI's significant win during the Indiana General Assembly session this year with the passage of a pilot program to install traffic enforcement cameras at worksites to cut down on speeding.

Jun 02, 202322:39
The Crossroads Forum - S2, E3 - Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

The Crossroads Forum - S2, E3 - Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

BIC Executive Director and Laurie Maudlin on our government affairs team give a rundown of the 2023 General Assembly and ways we’re already preparing for next year.

May 05, 202328:30
The Crossroads Forum - S2, E2 - Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

The Crossroads Forum - S2, E2 - Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

BIC Executive Director and Laurie Maudlin on our government affairs team give a rundown of the important issues as we enter the “crunch time” of the session. Click here to listen to the latest podcast episode to learn about the key proposals we are tracking on behalf of BIC members.

Mar 03, 202325:42
The Crossroads Forum - S2, E1 - Beth Bauer, CAE, Executive Director at ACEC Indiana

The Crossroads Forum - S2, E1 - Beth Bauer, CAE, Executive Director at ACEC Indiana

A new episode of The Crossroads Forum is out today - and it’s a newsy one! We discuss the latest on the state legislative session with Beth Bauer, CAE, executive director of ACEC Indiana. Be sure to listen to the podcast for a full rundown of roads and bridge issues we’re tracking during this year’s legislative session.

Feb 03, 202320:44
The Crossroads Forum - S1, E13 - Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

The Crossroads Forum - S1, E13 - Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

We’re previewing the upcoming state legislative session with Laurie Maudlin, who helps lead the Build Indiana Council’s government affairs efforts at the Statehouse.

Dec 08, 202224:09
The Crossroads Forum - S1, E12 - Kaitlin Lange, IndyStar

The Crossroads Forum - S1, E12 - Kaitlin Lange, IndyStar

On this episode of The Crossroads Forum, Build Indiana Council Executive Director Brian Gould sits down with IndyStar reporter Kaitlin Lange to discuss the outcomes of Nov. 8's election. 

Nov 15, 202219:17
The Crossroads Forum - S1, E11 - Mike O'Brien, President of 1816 Public Affairs Group

The Crossroads Forum - S1, E11 - Mike O'Brien, President of 1816 Public Affairs Group

BIC Executive Director Brian Gould and Mike O'Brien, president of 1816 Public Affairs Group, discuss the upcoming general election.

Oct 06, 202221:39
The Crossroads Forum - S1, E10 - Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

The Crossroads Forum - S1, E10 - Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

BIC Executive Director Brian Gould and Laurie Maudlin, with BIC’s government affairs team, discuss updated data from the Indiana Department of Transportation.

Sep 08, 202211:19
The Crossroads Forum - S1, E9 - Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Smith

The Crossroads Forum - S1, E9 - Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Smith

This episode features a discussion with BIC Executive Director Brian Gould and Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Smith. Smith, who took over as INDOT head this year, discusses his transition into the role, his goals for Indiana’s infrastructure and ways the agency is navigating its revenue projections. BIC is excited to work with Commissioner Smith, who truly knows the ins and outs of the industry, especially ahead of next year’s budget negotiations where we’ll continue to chart the course for a strong future for our road and bridge network.

Aug 05, 202220:22
The Crossroads Forum - S1, E8 - Dr. Michael Hicks, economics professor at Ball State University

The Crossroads Forum - S1, E8 - Dr. Michael Hicks, economics professor at Ball State University

Inflationary pressures and what it means for our industry and the Hoosier economy headlines the latest episode of The Crossroads Forum. Build Indiana Council Executive Director Brian Gould and Michael Hicks, the director of the Center for Business and Economic Research and an economics professor at Ball State University, discuss a wide range of issues. With inflation impacting almost every aspect of life, the Indiana General Assembly will return in late July to consider ways to tackle rising costs. Dr. Hicks offers his take on how the nation arrived at this period of high inflation and best practices for curbing it.

Jul 07, 202216:00
The Crossroads Forum - S1, E7 - Richard Hedgecock, president of Indiana Constructors, Inc.

The Crossroads Forum - S1, E7 - Richard Hedgecock, president of Indiana Constructors, Inc.

BIC Executive Director Brian Gould and Indiana Constructors, Inc. President Richard Hedgecock debrief the last few weeks of road and bridge industry news. From sit-downs with our federal delegation at the Transportation Construction Coalition Fly-In to growing support for inflationary relief for Hoosiers and shifts in the Republican supermajority at the Statehouse, there’s no such thing as a summer slowdown in Indiana.

Jun 02, 202221:01
The Crossroads Forum - S1, E6 - Andy Brooks, chair of the BIC PAC

The Crossroads Forum - S1, E6 - Andy Brooks, chair of the BIC PAC

BIC Executive Director Brian Gould sits down with Andy Brooks, chairman of the BIC PAC and president of Brooks Construction Company. Andy provides an overview on the functions of the BIC PAC, its successes over the years and why BIC members should consider supporting its efforts.

May 05, 202219:19
The Crossroads Forum - S1, E5 - Niki Kelly, Statehouse journalist

The Crossroads Forum - S1, E5 - Niki Kelly, Statehouse journalist

BIC Executive Director Brian Gould joins Niki Kelly, Indiana state government and politics reporter, for a rundown of the dynamics of this year's election cycle and a look ahead to the 2023 legislative session. 

May 02, 202216:58
The Crossroads Forum: S1, E4 — Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

The Crossroads Forum: S1, E4 — Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

BIC Executive Director Brian Gould joins Laurie Maudlin, with the BIC government affairs team, to discuss interesting items out of this year's legislative session and how the team is preparing for the 2023 budget session. The pair also discuss this year's election cycle and what we're hearing from state and federal leaders on gas taxes.

Apr 07, 202222:18
The Crossroads Forum: S1, E3 — Ed Gehr, Board President at BIC

The Crossroads Forum: S1, E3 — Ed Gehr, Board President at BIC

Join BIC Board President Ed Gehr and BIC Executive Director Brian Gould for a discussion on federal policy and what’s in the works to prepare for the 2023 General Assembly session.

Mar 11, 202214:34
The Crossroads Forum: S1, E2 — Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

The Crossroads Forum: S1, E2 — Laurie Maudlin, Government Affairs at BIC

Build Indiana Council Executive Director Brian Gould and Laurie Maudlin, with the BIC government affairs team, cover the top legislative issues for the road and bridge industry at the halfway point of the 2022 General Assembly session.

Feb 03, 202217:12
The Crossroads Forum: S1, E1 — Joe McGuinness, INDOT

The Crossroads Forum: S1, E1 — Joe McGuinness, INDOT

Build Indiana Council's Brian Gould is joined by Joe McGuinness, Indiana Department of Transportation's Commissioner, to wrap of 2021.

Jan 06, 202221:35