Said In Stone: An Ozinga Podcast

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Founded in 1928, Ozinga is a fifth-generation, family-owned American company, leading the industry in ready-mix concrete, energy and logistic solutions. From small town driveways to stadiums and skyscrapers, our purpose is to make a positive impact on individuals, their families and our community for generations. Join us to hear conversations with those who share a similar purpose -- whether they're a thought leader in their field or one of our own expert co-workers -- as we discuss what we've made, what we can build on and the legacy we'll leave behind. Find full video of each episode at http://www.youtube.com/OzingaRMC.

  1. Women In Construction Week with Lisa Hirsch

    4D AGO

    Women In Construction Week with Lisa Hirsch

    Ozinga Ready Mix Driver Lisa Hirsch had a busy career in print, advertising and public relations before changing course, trading in life behind a desk for the open road. In celebration of Women In Construction Week, she joins Ozinga CEO Marty Ozinga to discuss that journey, and how the industry's inclusivity continues to evolve. Follow Marty Ozinga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyozinga/ Visit Lisa Hirsch's blog: https://lisahirsch.com/ Connect with Ozinga: https://ozinga.com/ Follow Said In Stone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saidinstone_podcast/ Founded in 1928, Ozinga is a fifth-generation, family-owned American company, leading the industry in ready-mix concrete, energy and logistic solutions. From small town driveways to stadiums and skyscrapers, our purpose is to make a positive impact on individuals, their families and our community for generations. Join us to hear conversations with those who share a similar purpose -- whether they're a thought leader in their field or one of our own expert co-workers -- as we discuss what we've made, what we can build on and the legacy we'll leave behind.

    1h 1m
  2. Reverse Engineering Your Vision with Aaron Ozinga

    FEB 17

    Reverse Engineering Your Vision with Aaron Ozinga

    As a fourth-generation member of the Ozinga family-owned business, Aaron Ozinga has worked for over 20 years in various roles: from concrete operations to materials and logistics. But, since the launch of Ozinga Ventures in 2019, Aaron has been responsible for extending the family's strategic vision of learning, service and entrepreneurship into new investments that push those boundaries. These have included endeavors like Revitalize Mixers, Ozinga Energy, Middle River Marine and others. Today, Aaron joins his brother and Ozinga CEO Marty Ozinga in a discussion about problem solving, diverisfying capital and how impacting one's community can sustain you longer than seeking a quick profit. Follow Marty Ozinga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyozinga/ Follow Aaron Ozinga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronozinga/ More info on Ozinga Ventures: https://ozingaventures.com/ Follow Said In Stone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saidinstone_podcast/ Connect with Ozinga: https://ozinga.com/

    1h 8m
  3. Turning Pain Into Purpose, Through The Remnant Generation

    JAN 13

    Turning Pain Into Purpose, Through The Remnant Generation

    January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and this issue spans the globe: In the East African country of Uganda, for example, statistics show that 1 in 4 girls will experience sexual abuse before age 18. Native to Uganda and a victim herself at age 13, Annabelle Nakabiri eventually turned that pain into purpose by founding The Remnant Generation, a faith-based ministry dedicated to the healing, restoration and empowerment of sexual abuse survivors and teen mothers. Since 2015, Annabelle and her organization have impacted the lives of over 11,000 young women and girls in crisis situations, providing counseling and safety, as well as access to education, healthcare and job training. Today, in conversation with Ozinga CEO Marty Ozinga, Annabelle details The Remnant Generation's holistic transformation model, and how you can support their vision. Follow Annabelle Nakabiri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annabelle-nakabiri-28000a40/ Follow Marty Ozinga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyozinga/ More information on The Remnant Generation: https://theremnantgeneration.org/ Follow Said In Stone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saidinstone_podcast/ Connect with Ozinga: http://www.ozinga.com

    54 min
  4. Built for Joy: How the Merry Mixer Delivers Holiday Cheer

    12/16/2025

    Built for Joy: How the Merry Mixer Delivers Holiday Cheer

    In the spirit of Christmas, we learn more this episode about The Merry Mixer — Ozinga's decommissioned ready-mix truck turned parade float -- that brings joy to thousands each holiday season. Covered in more than 32,000 programmed lights with dazzling animations, and a sound system packed with yuletide hits, the Merry Mixer appears at parades, children's hospitals, senior centers and more, all to deliver on our purpose statement: To make a positive impact on individuals, their families and the community for generations. But what is the history of the Merry Mixer, and what (or who) makes it go? We'll get that, and more, from our Ozinga co-workers this week — multimedia communications manager Brendan O'Morrow, dispatcher Al Aardsma and multimedia producer Albert Aardsma. View The Merry Mixer's schedule and socials: http://themerrymixer.com Follow Marty Ozinga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyozinga/ Follow Brendan O'Morrow: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanomorrow/ Follow Al Aardsma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-aardsma-30612332/ Follow Albert Aardsma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-aardsma-039b39336/ Follow Said In Stone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saidinstone_podcast/ Connect with Ozinga: http://www.ozinga.com

    43 min
  5. A Fan-Forward Mindset for Northwestern's New Ryan Field

    12/04/2025

    A Fan-Forward Mindset for Northwestern's New Ryan Field

    The Ryan family's roots at Northwestern University go back seven decades, and their latest show of support for their alma mater is helping fund the first stadium of its kind in college football. Thanks to an $850 million pro-bono private family investment, the new Ryan Field (set to open in Fall 2026) is the biggest stadium construction in Chicagoland to date, with innovations in accessibility, sight lines and year-round amenities. This week, Ozinga CEO Marty Ozinga goes on location to Northwestern to view and discuss the project with Pat Ryan, Jr. — CEO of Ryan Sports Development — and to examine what led to this extraordinary undertaking, as well as how Ozinga is assisting in re-imagining the spectator experience. View footage of our video walking tour of the Ryan Field construction at ozinga.com/podcasts. Follow Marty Ozinga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyozinga/ Follow Pat Ryan, Jr.: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pat-ryan-b98a1b/ Learn more about the New Ryan Field: http://newryanfield.com/ Follow Said In Stone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saidinstone_podcast/ Connect with Ozinga: http://www.ozinga.com

    28 min
  6. Honor Flight Chicago and the Welcome Home of a Lifetime

    11/11/2025

    Honor Flight Chicago and the Welcome Home of a Lifetime

    Since 2008, Honor Flight Chicago has been providing an incalculable gift to our country's military veterans — closure. Through public and private funding, the organization offers vets free flights to our nation's capital to experience the WWII, Korean War and Vietnam War memorials in person, while also welcoming them back with parade-like pomp and circumstance to thank them for their service and sacrifice. To celebrate Veterans Day, Ozinga studio and podcast producer Jim Hanke chats with Honor Flight Chicago co-director Doug Meffley about the organization's history, the emotional impact this trip delivers for vets and volunteers, and how you can further support their mission. They're joined by Vietnam veteran, Bronze Star recipient and former Ozinga driver Harry DeBruin, to hear his first-hand tales of service, as well as his own Honor Flight experience. Full video of this episode is available at http://youtube.com/OzingaRMC. Follow Jim Hanke: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hankejim/ Follow Doug Meffley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-meffley-533a9331/ Learn more: http://honorflightchicago.org Follow Said In Stone on Instagram: https://instagram.com/saidinstone_podcast/ Connect with Ozinga: http://www.ozinga.com

    56 min
  7. Revitalizing Chicago Communities with David Doig

    10/28/2025

    Revitalizing Chicago Communities with David Doig

    As the former General Superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District, David Doig spearheaded major city projects in the early 2000's: the renovation of Soldier Field, the creation of Millennium Park, and even overseeing the mysterious overnight destruction of Meigs Field. These days, he helps coordinate billions in public and private investments as president of Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives, creating jobs and transforming areas like Pullman, Bronzeville and Englewood through inclusive development. In this conversation with Ozinga CEO Marty Ozinga, David describes how an advocacy for affordable home ownership has driven his varied career in real estate, finance and city government. Full video of this episode is available at youtube.com/OzingaRMC. Follow Marty Ozinga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyozinga/ Follow David Doig: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dadoig/ Learn more about CNI: https://www.cnigroup.org/ Follow Said In Stone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saidinstone_podcast/ Connect with Ozinga: http://www.ozinga.com

    1h 8m
  8. Understanding AI with Rebecca Willett

    10/14/2025

    Understanding AI with Rebecca Willett

    As artificial intelligence becomes more prevalent in our daily lives, we invited Rebecca Willett — faculty director of AI at the University of Chicago's Data Science Institute — to help us separate reality from science fiction, and delve into how AI has already led to meaningful discoveries within pharmaceuticals, climate forecasting and even companies like Ozinga. Full video of this episode can be found at https://www.youtube.com/@OzingaRMC. Follow Marty Ozinga: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martyozinga/ Follow Rebecca Willett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-willett-90b95973/ Learn more about University of Chicago's Data Science Institute: https://datascience.uchicago.edu/ Follow Said In Stone on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saidinstone_podcast/ Connect with Ozinga: http://www.ozinga.com

    1h 2m
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Founded in 1928, Ozinga is a fifth-generation, family-owned American company, leading the industry in ready-mix concrete, energy and logistic solutions. From small town driveways to stadiums and skyscrapers, our purpose is to make a positive impact on individuals, their families and our community for generations. Join us to hear conversations with those who share a similar purpose -- whether they're a thought leader in their field or one of our own expert co-workers -- as we discuss what we've made, what we can build on and the legacy we'll leave behind. Find full video of each episode at http://www.youtube.com/OzingaRMC.

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