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In this Peopleverse Podcast episode, Evan Troxel talks with Tim Yeiser of Dricrete about their innovative approach to concrete with integral waterproofing which is often used in underground parking. Dricrete pioneered a chemistry and concrete admixture to go into the concrete during the mix, which enables the building to ultimately be faster, cheaper, safer, less risky, and more sustainable than traditional membrane waterproofing systems. Tim and Evan also discuss the challenges of introducing a new product to the construction industry and the importance of partnerships and knowledge transfer throughout the design and construction process.
Episode Links:
Tim on LinkedIn Dricrete website Dricrete on LinkedIn

In this episode Mehmet Zenginler of Tantimber joins host Evan Troxel on the Peopleverse podcast for an in-person interview in Tect’s booth at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, CA.
Today we discuss the benefits of using Tantimber Thermowood as a sustainable and durable building material, the importance of building relationships with architects and providing value early in the project by working to become trusted, reliable sources of the latest information in their product category, and more!
Episode Links
Tantimber website Mehmet on LinkedIn

In this podcast episode, Patricia Yulkowski and Candace Kitchen of Total Door Systems join Evan Troxel in the Peopleverse to discuss the importance of building relationships and trust between the design community and the manufacturing community, particularly in the context of life safety and the importance of early engagement to avoid expensive mistakes in the field.
Episode Links:
Total Door Systems website Patricia on LinkedIn Candace on LinkedIn

In this episode Cherise Lakeside, FSCI, CDT of RDH Building Science joins host Evan Troxel on the Peopleverse podcast for an in-person interview in Tect’s booth at the 2023 AIA Conference on Architecture in San Francisco, CA.
The conversation covers topics such as the importance of product reps and their relationship with design professionals, the challenges of product selection, and the changing dynamics of the industry. They also discuss the AIA conference and the value of meeting and networking with other professionals in the field.
Episode Links
Cherise on Twitter  Cherise on LinkedIn  RDH Building Science website Peopleverse episode 4 featuring Cherise Lakeside

Mike Kunard of Hidden Step Marketing joins the Peopleverse to discuss his experience in the building industry, including the importance of mentors and the value of wisdom over data. We also chat about the need to break down barriers and build relationships between design professionals and product experts to share knowledge and solve problems.
About Mike Kunard
After succeeding in the building materials industry for 20 years as manufacturer and distributor, Mike broke out on his own in 2020 to help small yet scalable manufacturers and lend his experience to help them come to market. His specialty is outdoor living products including decking and railing manufacturers. He is currently focused on supporting two frameless glass railing manufacturers: one from Australia serving residential markets and from Italy serving commercial and residential markets.
Episode Links
Hidden Step Marketing website Mike Kunard on LinkedIn Hidden Step Marketing on Instagram

David Corle, CSI joins the Peopleverse podcast to talk about the importance of building personal relationships, mentorship, using humor on social media, the dangers of perfectionism, changing the perception of building product manufacturers from product-pushers to trusted advisors, and emphasizes the importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and service before sales in building trust and relationships.
Watch this episode on YouTube.
About David:
A third generation glazier, David spent the first fifteen years of his career gaining hands-on experience in the glass industry. Armed with that knowledge, in 2015 he joined one of the nations largest manufacturers of custom shower enclosures as the New England Regional Sales Rep. In 2018 he accepted the position of East Regional Sales Manager following the acquisition of a competitor and in 2020 was promoted to Director of National Hospitality Division, where he guides the development of A+D facing education and outreach initiatives.

David carries his passion and experience with glass into every conversation and hopes to educate, inspire and start conversations with his LinkedIn audience and the wider design community around the subjects of design, hospitality and the glass & construction industries.
Episode Links:
HMI Glass HMI Glass blog David on LinkedIn HMI on LinkedIn HMI on Twitter HMI on Instagram HMI’s digital printing specs and information HMI's AEC Daily CE course David's previous Peopleverse podcast appearance Cherise Lakeside's appearance on the Peopleverse podcast & YouTube