Ever wondered about the musical tastes of someone hailing from southern roots, with ties to Wyoming and a stint in Vancouver during the '90s? How do they navigate the construction industry with a fervent commitment to safety? Clad in boots, a hardhat, and a bright high-vis vest, Matt champions workplace safety while ascending to the role of Field Superintendent. But here's a tantalizing question: What motivated him to defend the construction industry with comments like "The construction industry is not comprised of dimwitted dinosaurs"?

Ever wondered about a CEO's journey from public practice accounting to overseeing a non-profit looks like? What about the songs they listen to during their spare time? Join us today as we unravel the journey of our special guest who holds a CPA designation, a former CFO, and spearheaded a multi-million apprenticeship program—all without a high school diploma. But did he ever graduate? And could he be eyeing Mount Everest next? Plus, a fun twist: Was he ever a roadie for the Eagles in the '90s? Tune in now! Also available on YouTube.

Our next special guest has over 17 years of experience in people and leadership roles, including a decade as the head of People and Culture for North America at a global engineering consultancy, specializes in scaling organizations for growth and fostering vibrant company cultures. Through her firm, Thriveworks, she helps leaders and teams achieve meaningful growth and transformation. She'll discuss the crucial role of leadership in empowering and valuing women in construction, as well as strategies for attracting, empowering, and retaining female talent in the industry. Learn more about Polina Kouzmina.