The Building Code

Breaking Glass Ceilings: The power of representation in construction

On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with Tammie Ross, CEO and general contractor of Residence by Ross. Tammie is the architect of vision that transforms houses into homes and is proudly committed to excellence. Her leadership is the cornerstone of a minority woman-owned construction empire that continues to expand.

Tune in to the full episode to hear how Tammie managed to break through a lot of barriers to build her successful company and how she’s helping others do the same.

 

Learn more about Residence by Ross: https://residencebyross.com/

 

Order Tammie’s book “Breaking Ground, Breaking the Glass Ceilings” being released on February 3: https://tammie-ross.com/the-book/

 

Attend the 2025 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas coming up at the end of February: https://www.buildersshow.com/

 

Attend Tammie Ross’ sessions at the Builders’ Show: https://www.buildersshow.com/Search/Speaker.aspx?cadmiumSpeakerID=2511685

 

Get your free IBS expo pass on us and start planning your trip: https://buildertrend.com/ibs2025/

 

Learn more about the NAHB Professional Women in Building booth: https://www.buildersshow.com/nahb-professional-women-in-building

 

Get involved with the National Association of Home Builders: https://www.nahb.org/

 

 

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Celebrating 250 episodes with 25 insights from pros

On this very special episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are celebrating a major milestone – reaching the 250 mark! 🎉 Did you know, only about 2% of podcasts make it to 250 episodes? It’s true! So, to honor this achievement, we’re bringing you a power-packed lineup of insights and advice from top builders and Buildertrend’s own experts to help you bring more value to your construction business.

Whether you’re a longtime listener or tuning in for the first time, this episode is filled with inspiration and actionable strategies you won’t want to miss.

 

 

Check out Cardinal Crest’s scheduling template: https://buildertrend.com/ebooks/scheduling-milestone-template/

 

Check out the Behind the Business series with Morgan Molitor from Construction2style: https://buildertrend.com/blog/crafting-sanctuary-spaces/

 

Head over to our blog post to get even more insights that weren’t included in the episode: https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/250-charley-burtwistle-courtney-mattern/ 

 

 

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2025 economic outlook: What builders need to know

On this episode of “The Building Code,” Courtney is flying solo on an insightful episode with Tim Sullivan, chief advisory officer at Zonda. Tim has developed the ability to interpret diverse statistics and trends and translate them into actionable plans. He is a major influencer in the field of real estate market research and community development. 

Tune in to the full episode to get Tim’s thoughts on current economic trends as we start 2025 – and see what his predictions are for later in the year.

 

 

 

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Why self-care is critical for personal and professional growth

Episode 248:

Today on “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with returning guest Mark Williams, founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes and host of “The Curious Builder” podcast. Mark is a third-generation, high-end residential builder in the Twin Cities. He credits this success to his collaborative approach with trade partners and homeowners, and his nonstop quest to be a fun, trustworthy, highly skilled and creative.

Listen to the full episode to hear how Mark has become an advocate for self-care and wellness to drive both professional and personal growth.

 

Learn more about Mark D. Williams Custom Homes: https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/

 

Check out Mark’s podcast, “The Curious Builder”: https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/

 

Register for Sauna Camp: https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/saunacamp

 

Register for Bootcamp: https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/bootcamp

 

Connect with Mark on social.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/

 

Read “Atomic Habits”: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

Read “Happiness Hypothesis”: https://www.happinesshypothesis.com/

 

 

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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/248-mark-willilams/

 

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Maintaining strong relationships with your team, clients and subs

Episode 247:

Today on “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are sitting down with Lyle Crownover, owner and CEO of Crownover Company, Inc. Lyle is a fifth-generation builder whose great-great-grandfather started building homes in the Twin Lakes area since 1942. Building is in his blood, and he’s learned over the years that technology and trends come and go, but quality craftsmanship and solid relationships never go out of style.

Listen to the full episode to hear about how the team at Crownover Company are fostering better connections with their clients and subcontractors with the help of technology.

 

Learn more about Crownover Company on their website: https://crownovercompany.com/

 

Learn how to get involved with hurricane relief: https://buildertrend.com/blog/hurricane-relief-2024/

 

 

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Using compassion to help clients find a silver lining after disaster

Episode 246:

On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with Kirk Hopkins,general manager at National Restoration Technologies. Kirk has been working in his family’slocal fire and water restoration business for the past 20 years. Him and the team at NRT help those who’ve had the misfortune of property damage or loss in a disaster. They work hard todeliver a professional and timely turnkey product with a positive outlook to help homeownersrecover.

Tune in to the full episode to hear about how the team at NRT prioritizes the client experience in order to make a difficult time easier.

 

Check out their website to learn more about NRT and the services they provide: https://www.nrtechnologies.com/

 

Learn how to get involved with hurricane relief: https://buildertrend.com/blog/hurricane-relief-2024/

 

 

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https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/246-kirk-hopkins/ 

 

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The power of community in construction

Episode 245:

Today “The Building Code,” Charley is flying solo with guest Tim Lansford, leadership expert and business coach. Over the last 20 years, Tim has presented keynote speeches, workshops and seminars to many different industries. Prior to becoming a full-time professional speaker, he was a highly successful entrepreneur. His successes include experience in industries such as building/remodeling, real estate investments and manufacturing, among others.

Listen to the full episode to hear more about why there’s a growing desire for community and networking in the construction industry.

 

Check out his website to learn more about Tim and his resources: https://www.timlansford.com/

 

Send Tim an email to get in touch: tim@timlansford.com

 

 

 

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Using data-driven insights to ensure business success

Episode 244:

On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with Bryce Phillips, accounting assistant at The 4C Group. Bryce has been working a The 4C Group for about a year and a half, and he helps with accounting and overall operations. He’s working inside Buildertrend all day every day to ensure the software works correctly for their processes.

Tune in to the full episode to hear more about how tracking data with Buildertrend Business Insights is helping their company make smarter decisions.

 

Learn more about Buildertrend Business Insights and how your data can benefit your construction business: https://buildertrend.com/buildertrend-business-insights/

 

Check out the book “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” by Steven R. Covey: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519

 

Learn more and register for the next Contractor Coalition Summit in Omaha, Nebraska, on June 19-23, 2025: https://www.contractorscoalitionsummit.com/

 

 

 

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Giving old homes new life through historic renovation

Episode 243:

Today on “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with Josh Waters, founder and CEO of Waters Building + Design. With over 25 years of experience in construction, Josh and his team have managed construction projects throughout the entire Southeast. They have a known reputation for excellence – especially when it comes to their historic renovations.

Listen to the full episode to hear an inside perspective on bringing historic homes back to life – and maybe even a couple ghost stories.

Learn more about Waters Building + Design on their website: https://www.watersbuild.com/

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/watersbuildingdesign/?hl=en

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NAHB CEO shares how the election could affect the industry

Episode 242:

On this episode of “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are sitting down with Jim Tobin, president and CEO at the National Association of Home Builders. With over two decades of experience in government affairs and public policy, Jim has played a pivotal role in shaping NAHB’s advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill, influencing housing legislation, regulatory reforms and policies that impact home builders and the broader construction industry. He continues to lead the organization in advancing the interests of its members and promoting the value of homeownership across the U.S.

Tune in to the full episode to get Jim’s insights on how the outcome of the upcoming presidential election could affect the construction industry.

 

Visit the NAHB website to learn more and get involved: https://www.nahb.org/

 

Learn more about the We Build, We Vote campaign: https://www.nahb.org/advocacy/election-2024

 

Check out the NAHB’s “Housing Developments” podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/housing-developments/id1455675699

https://open.spotify.com/show/1cdz4vT5SBpQbGsBJiOx7t

https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/14aeb1e7-846b-4679-bd2c-99eb71bbb38f/housing-developments

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_I3IPKIZAv8O8bofkDh65A4YuBPkc9s-

 

Read “Start with WHY” by Simon Sinek: https://simonsinek.com/books/start-with-why/

 

 

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