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The Builders and The Tools

The Builders and The Tools

By Young Builders Network

Join AJ and Barclay "the Beard of Wisdom" while they interview Vancouver Island's construction leaders. They dive into what has made these successful men and women; asking about their experiences, stories and advice they have to offer for those who are grinding their way to the top.

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Introductions with the Somewhat Social Engineer Dan

The Builders and The Tools Oct 15, 2021

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Defining Success and getting Thunderstruck with Rory - Part 2

Defining Success and getting Thunderstruck with Rory - Part 2

In Part 2 of this two part talk with the CEO of VICA we dive into more about Rory's past and what he defines as success. 

Feb 04, 202255:43
In the Navy and Talking Logs with Rory Kulmala

In the Navy and Talking Logs with Rory Kulmala

Join the Tools as they talk to Rory the CEO of VICA in this first part of a two part episode. Rory talks about his childhood and many of the adventures that has brought him to be where he is today. 

Nov 17, 202101:15:20
Fraternity Lifestyles and Espresso Shots with James Clapp

Fraternity Lifestyles and Espresso Shots with James Clapp

AJ and Barclay (and Dan) are back with an all-new episode of The Builders and the Tools! 🎙⁠

Tune in for an in-depth interview with the charismatic James "Bond" Clapp, VICA Chair and Managing Director of Wilson M. Beck Insurance Services. ⁠

We will dive into James' professional journey including where he started and any advice he has for young people/professionals in the construction industry.⁠

James, one of Canada’s leading Insurance and Bonding experts in Construction, is also a founding father of U40 (what is now YBN), having served on the board in a variety of roles. ⁠

💬 Comment below and be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts for an inside look at Victoria’s construction scene! 👷🛠

Oct 28, 202155:01
Introductions with the Somewhat Social Engineer Dan

Introductions with the Somewhat Social Engineer Dan

Finally, we are back with some more content. This quick, but awesome, episode talks about what our plans are for the future and we talk with the newest addition to the podcast, Dan Byrne.

Oct 15, 202123:32
Zoom Confessions with Dan the Man

Zoom Confessions with Dan the Man

Our second podcast where we chat with Daniel Behrens who is the Vice President for Knappett Projects Inc, Past Chair of VICA YBN. We chat with Daniel about his times at University and how he has become the VP of a very large and well-respected general contractor on Vancouver Island. 

Apr 14, 202101:08:27
Finger Lickin Good Time with Eric Ulrich

Finger Lickin Good Time with Eric Ulrich

This is our first podcast where we chat with Eric Ulrich who is the Operations Manager for Playstead Sheet Metal, Past Board of Director for the Vancouver Island Construction Association, Past Chair of VICA U40 and the Business Manager for Sheet Metal Contractors Association of Vancouver Island. We ask Eric about his first job and what it takes to succeed in the construction industry on Vancouver Island. 

Oct 14, 202001:03:25