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Construction Host

Construction Host

By Hoodad Mehrbod

This podcast is hosted by Hoodad mehrbod, Speaking to construction Industry influencers.
This included Sales professionals, Contractors, Builders and other people involved in the construction. You will learn their stories and more about who they are, what they do, and their passion at work and outside work.
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Construction Host - Episode 20 - Shaun Carter

Construction HostDec 09, 2022

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Construction Host - Episode 20 - Shaun Carter

Construction Host - Episode 20 - Shaun Carter

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting and talking with Shaun Carter, principal architect and founder of Carter Williamson. He is a structural engineer turned architect following his passion from his childhood which started by drawing sketches for his mum.

Shaun is also an advocate and educator who has tutored at most Sydney architecture faculties. An active member of the profession, Shaun is a former President of the Australian Institute of Architects (NSW Chapter) and a regular guest speaker and awards juror.

He shared his career journey and some of his passion outside work, including eating good food and wine with friends and family and occasional gardening.

https://www.carterwilliamson.com/

Dec 09, 202201:24:26
Construction Host - Episode 19 - Karen Goddard

Construction Host - Episode 19 - Karen Goddard

In this episode, I spoke with Karen Goddard, National Quality & Customer Service Manager at Hindmarsh Construction.

She loves her job and shared her career journey, passion for women in construction and some of her hobbies outside work, including cycling.

Nov 19, 202201:04:30
Construction Host - Episode 18 - David Baggs & Mary-lou Kelly

Construction Host - Episode 18 - David Baggs & Mary-lou Kelly

I spoke with Global GreenTag founders David Baggs and Mary-Lou Kelly in this episode. They shared their sustainability journey, challenges, future goals, and hobbies outside work. This was indeed an informative conversation for me that I'm happy to share with you all.

To find out more about what they do, please check https://www.globalgreentag.com/.

Oct 19, 202201:17:32
Construction Host - Episode 17 - Kate Mills

Construction Host - Episode 17 - Kate Mills

In this episode, I sat down with Kate Mills, CEO of the Property industry foundation. She is passionate about bringing the construction industry together to solve homelessness. She shared her career journey, the extraordinary work PIF does, and some of her hobbies outside her job, including ocean pool swimming!

Check out their website to learn more on how to support PIF:

https://pif.com.au/

Sep 11, 202257:31
Construction Host - Episode 16 - Joe Karten

Construction Host - Episode 16 - Joe Karten

In this episode, I sat with Joe Karten, Head of Sustainability and Social Impact at Built. Joe shared his career journey in Sustainability, his vision for the future of construction, and hobbies outside work, including surfing and spending time with his family. πŸ„β€β™‚οΈ

Aug 06, 202251:30
Construction Host - Episode 15 - Pat Jones

Construction Host - Episode 15 - Pat Jones

In this episode, I spoke with Pat Jones, COO of the DULUX Group. He joined Dulux in 1995 and was appointed to his current position in May 2011. Patrick has undertaken various commercial and business management roles, including General Manager of Dulux Paints New Zealand from May 2008.

As a COO, he is responsible for the Dulux group strategy and motivating the 14 Direct reports. Despite having a very busy schedule, Pat often spends time on the road meeting clients and getting first-hand feedback.

During the interview, he shared his career journey, views on leadership and technology and some of his hobbies outside work, including fishing, running and occasional Netflix binge. Pat is down-to-earth and passionate about creating value for Dulux clients, small or big.Β 

I hope you enjoy this episode.

Jul 13, 202256:39
Construction Host - Episode 14 - Frank Foruzandeh

Construction Host - Episode 14 - Frank Foruzandeh

In this episode, I spoke with Frank Foruzandeh, Managing Director of Modern group. He shared his journey from when he first decided to leave Iran to becoming a successful entrepreneur starting from a Painting company to now running multiple businesses across Australia and, recently, Newzealand.

Frank is a humble man with a big heart who wants to improve the painting industry and help as many people as possible along the way.

Check their website to learn more about what they do;

https://www.modernpainting.com.au/

Jun 15, 202256:46
Construction Host - Episode 13 - Aaron Cusack

Construction Host - Episode 13 - Aaron Cusack

I had a great time speaking with Aaron Cusack, National Commercial Manager of Fosroc ANZ. He has been working in Dulux for more than 18 years and shared his career journey and hobbies outside work, including making Craft beer and Cycling. 🍺🚴

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-cusack-4110b696/

May 29, 202240:05
Construction Host - Episode 12 - Murray Bowyer

Construction Host - Episode 12 - Murray Bowyer

I recently sat down with Murray Bowyer, Quality Manager of BLOC. He shared his career journey, views on the construction industry, and hobbies outside work.

Bloc specialises in high-end residential, commercial and retail projects originating from Canberra. With operations in ACT, NSW and Queensland and has delivered hundreds of millions worth of projects, including thousands of residences, retail spaces and commercial buildings and has a reputation for consistent delivery and excellence in design management.

www.bloc.com.au

https://www.linkedin.com/in/murray-bowyer-9295a16a/

May 13, 202234:22
Construction Host - Episode 11 - Phil White
Apr 03, 202201:15:34
Construction Host - Episode 10 - Fred Sedighi
Mar 17, 202201:17:49
Construction Host - Episode 9 - Adam Hockey

Construction Host - Episode 9 - Adam Hockey

In this episode, I Spoke with Adam Hockey, Business Development Executive at Dulux Protective Coating, with more than 29 years tenure in Dulux.

He shared his career journey and some of his hobbies outside work, including being a Drummer.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-hockey-14471592/

Mar 05, 202251:30
Construction Host - Episode 8 - Bobby Fakhri
Feb 16, 202238:48
Construction Host - Episode 7 - Chris Kang
Feb 01, 202201:00:28
Construction Host - Episode 6 - Steve Vertsonis

Construction Host - Episode 6 - Steve Vertsonis

In this episode, I sat down with Steve Vertsonis, Dulux Store manager of Chippendale. We spoke about his career and his Passion for Cooking, Cars and travelling the world.
I hope you enjoy this episode.
Jan 17, 202250:16
Construction Host - Episode 5 - Roy Kargarian
Dec 21, 202149:27
Construction Host - Episode 4 - Neale Stewart

Construction Host - Episode 4 - Neale Stewart

In this Episode, Neale Stewart, Acratex State Manager NSW/ACT, who has been in Dulux for more than 27 years, shares his career journey and passion for Running and Rock Music.
Dec 11, 202151:14
Construction Host - Episode 3 - David Walker

Construction Host - Episode 3 - David Walker

In this episode, I speak with David Walker, Commercial account manager in NSW. He has been in Dulux for more than 20 years working alongside many Dulux employees and customers. He loves his sport and rowing on the river or the ocean.
I hope you enjoy this conversation.
Dec 05, 202141:08
Construction Host - Episode 2 - Mark Taylor
Nov 24, 202153:29
Construction Host - Episode 1 - Joe Dibenedetto

Construction Host - Episode 1 - Joe Dibenedetto

In this episode, I speak with Joe Dibenedetto, Commercial Manager from Dulux Construction Solution in VIC. He shares the story of his career and his passion outside work.
Nov 17, 202149:19