DirtStories digs up the hidden gems in the industry to share untold stories with the world. From large companies and independent contractors to individual interviews and event coverage, DirtStories is challenging the way the world views construction by sharing the stories of the people who build and feed our world.
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Ep 17: Paul Pacheco from Conestoga College on Becoming an Operator
In this episode of DirtStories, we chat with Paul Pacheco, the coordinator for the Heavy Equipment Operators Training Program at Conestoga College in Guelph, Ontario. Learn about the program, the benefits of taking a heavy equipment training course and what makes a great operator.
Listen Time: 41:17
Ep 16: Tony DiGiovanni from Landscape Ontario on Associations in the 21st Century
Tony DiGiovanni has been Executive Director of Landscape Ontario for over 30 years. Learn how he got involved in the association, how associations are still relevant in the 21st century and how technology is changing the role of associations in this episode of DirtStories.
Listen Time: 43:13
Ep 15: Chris Loftin of Jackman TLD: Sustainable Construction and Building with Wood
Chris Loftin of Jackman Construction chats with Becca Grieb about sustainable building practises, a Kitchener Ontario building that’s built out of cross laminated timber and the future of green construction.
Listen Time: 32:27
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Jackman LTD: Sustainability & Building with Wood
Jackman LTD is a construction company located in Kitchener, Ontario. They are building a mass-timber project in Downtown Kitchener. Learn about this project and the rise of sustainability, from the point of view of Jackman VP of Construction Chris Loftin.
Read Time: 3 Minutes
Canadian Mental Health Association: Mental Health Resources for the Construction Industry
A collection of information, resources and statistics about mental health in the construction industry and outside of it. The resources listed were provided by the Canadian Mental Health Association. Links and resources for The US are also included.
Read Time: 6 Minutes
EUREKA! How Soil Connect Was Created to Solve A Real Industry Problem
Soil Connect was created for one thing: to solve a real problem facing the industry. Like many other great ideas, Soil Connect came out of a “Eureka” moment. Soil Connect sets an example with their Dirt Story about why it’s important to challenge the norm, to ask the question “why” and to adapt alongside new technology.
Read Time: 4 Minutes
Chad Hollingsworth and the 2 Secrets of IoT
Chad Hollingsworth, an industry leader in Internet of Things technology, discussed IoT in construction on the DirtStories podcast. Check out some highlights from his interview and see what the 2 secrets to IoT are according to him.
Read Time: 3 Minutes
Cindy McCree-Bodine: McCree Contractors & Architects and Building In Orlando
Cindy Bodine-McCree is a 4th generation McCree continuing in the family business. DOZR CEO Kevin Forestell sat down with Cindy to hear about the family business, being a female in the construction industry and the importance of storytelling.
Read Time: 4 Minutes
Missy Scherber on Building Up The Construction Community
Missy Scherber is a business owner, an Instagram construction influencer, and an advocate for women in construction. DOZR sat down with Missy to learn more about how she got involved in construction, her experience working with ConExpo, and what being an influencer has meant to her.
Read Time: 7 Minutes
Desi Matel-Anderson on Fighting Chaos with Preparedness and Innovation
Desi Matel-Anderson is an expert in emergency preparedness and innovative planning. She uses her skills to help communities, companies, and individuals prepare for the worst. DOZR sat down with Desi to learn more about innovation and to hear about her ConExpo session.
Read Time: 7 Minutes
Revolutionizing Safety in Construction with Jim Colvin & Serious Labs
Jim Colvin, CEO of Serious Labs, talks to DOZR about Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality for the construction industry. The topic of his educational session at Con-Expo-CON/AGG 2020, Jim hopes to revolutionize safety in construction with VR.
Read Time: 7 Minutes
DOZR: Our Dirt Story
DOZR CEO Kevin Forestell explores what Dirt Stories means to him, and DOZR’s own Dirt Story.
Read Time: 4 Minutes
Going Local With The Rise Farm
The Rise Farm. Believe it or not, The Rise Farm started from "one of those days". Those days when you feel the need to escape the hustle-and-bustle of modern life. After a long day at work, driving home in traffic, working at a desk, there is a longing that comes with...
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