Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS On this week’s episode, Vince and Jenna Free are joined by guests Doug Bowen, Business Development Manager at Solidus and Jeff Hall, Founder/CEO of Paragon Construction Consulting & Solidus to discuss their experiences in the cold storage and construction industry. Doug and Jeff explain how they got started in the cold storage industry, their first experiences in the industry, and the mentors that helped them along the way. They also discuss their current projects. Doug and Jeff also share their cool stories in the industry. Tune in to hear all the cool insight from Doug Bowen and Jeff Hall.…
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Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS Welcome to the Cool Times podcast with your Hosts Vince and Jenna Free! In this episode we are introducing our new series, Sponsorship Spotlight. Our first spotlight is on Chase Deaton, the Director of Sales for Rytec High-Performance Doors. Chase is a legend in the industry and has been supporting Rytec for 20 years. He talks about his competitive nature and how it drives him to be successful. He shares what is new in the Rytec world, such as their latest automation projects and the Smart Factory. Chase also touches on the misconception that doors should be perfect and…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS Hosts Vince and Jenna talk with Maggie Christiansen, Regional Sales Manager at Kingspan Insulated Panels. Maggie has been in the industry for almost 20 years and has a wealth of knowledge to share. Maggie shared her story of how she got into the industry, starting with her dad’s independent manufacturer’s rep business. Maggie worked for her dad for 10 years prior to Kingspan hiring her as the Regional Sales Manager. Maggie explained Kingspan is the largest manufacturer of insulated metal panels globally and has 198 manufacturing facilities around the world. Kingspan has three panel divisions in North America, the…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS Hosts Vince and Jenna talk with Jon May, Associate Vice President, Business Development for Industrial Services at Epstein Architecture, Engineering and Construction.Jon joined Epstein in 2017, bringing with him five years of engineering and management experience for clients in the manufacturing and food processing industries. As part of the Business Development team, Jon leads our efforts to develop new opportunities and manage client relations in Epstein’s industrial markets including food, manufacturing, cold storage and distribution, cannabis, and baked/powdered goods. Prior to joining Epstein, John was a Project Manager for ARCO/Murray in Downers Grove, Illinois, where he was responsible for…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS Hosts Vince and Jenna talk with Sam Tippmann, President and CEO of Tippmann Innovation. Sam provides the expertise of all facets of the company from initial customer contact to planning, design and implementation of refrigerated facilities, with over 3,000,000 square feet of refrigerated facility construction experience. Sam has been involved in the refrigeration and food industry his entire life. His first job was sweeping the floor in his father’s refrigeration equipment facility. Sam and the Tippmann family have been associated with the food-processing and refrigeration industry for more than 100 years. Ti Cold invests in the best people to…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS Hosts Vince and Jenna talk with Scott Griffin, President and Chief Executive Officer at Griffco Design/Build, Inc. As President and Chief Executive Officer, Scott’s role is to provide overall direction and ensure Griffco remains aligned with the client’s goals and objectives. Since he founded Griffco in 2007, the company has grown to more than 60 employees and $200 million in revenue. Scott has more than 30 years of experience in the food distribution and commercial construction industries. Griffco Design/Build, Inc. is a planning, engineering and construction firm specializing in the design and construction of commercial/industrial facilities, including refrigerated and…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS Hosts, Vince and Jenna talk with Todd Schell, Executive Vice President, Industrial Sector at Ryan Companies US, Inc. Todd brings more than three decades of experience to his role at Ryan as Executive Vice President of the Industrial market, with an extensive preconstruction and construction background. He leads a team of specialists dedicated to the planning, design and construction of distribution and manufacturing facilities, with a focus on an integrated approach that translates into collaboration and superior results for customers. Todd’s emphasis on strategic growth is strengthened by his understanding of overall project development and management, complex customer needs,…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS Hosts, Vince and Jenna talk with Dave Arnett, Project Engineer at United States Cold Storage, Inc. They talk about great experiences in the cold storage industry and Dave’s journey to becoming a Project Engineer at United States Cold Storage. USC’s century of cold storage excellence in America is backboned by 42 world-class facilities across 13 states. Their purpose goes beyond industry-leading locations and services. USCS has over three thousand hardworking employees who love what they do, dedicated to keeping them at the top of the cold storage industry. They’ll do whatever it takes for their partners to profitably reach…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS Hosts Vince and Jenna talk with Kate Lyle, Architect and Director of Industrial Cold & Food. Kate Lyle brings over 16 years of architectural design expertise to the Ware Malcomb team. As Director, Industrial Cold & Food, she is responsible for leading the growth of Ware Malcomb’s Industrial Cold & Food Studio across the Americas. Kate is also active in the Controlled Environments Building Association (CEBA). Kate specializes in complex project types including food processing, manufacturing, and cold storage. As a highly sought-after thought leader in the industry, Kate consistently authors and contributes insights to publications and podcasts related…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS On this episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Hosts Vince and Jenna introduce Chris Parmele, National Sales Manager at Fastener Systems Incorporated (FSI). During Chris’ college years, he played college football at Central Michigan. He has a degree in Business and a master’s in athletic administration. After college, he worked at Dow Chemical for almost 20 years. Fastener Systems Incorporated (FSI) is a national company with customers in all 50 states, Canada, and overseas. Since its inception in 1984, its hallmark has been personalized service and quality products at competitive prices. Exceptional service, combined with their personable and knowledgeable…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS Hosts Vince and Jenna talk with Matthew Ott, President & CEO of the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA). GCCA is a coalition of organizations including the International Association of Refrigerated Warehouses (IARW), World Food Logistics Organization (WFLO), Controlled Environment Builders Association (CEBA), and International Refrigerated Transportation Association (IRTA). Collectively, these core partners work to ensure that a universally strong cold chain exists globally, maintaining quality, and safety through every link. Prior to joining GCCA, Mr. Ott has held various executive and management positions within the association and non-profit industries with a focus on developing and implementing strategy to ensure…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify / RSS In this week’s episode of the Cool Times Podcast, Host Vince and Jenna interviewed Trent Lesikar, Founder/President of Axis Construction Solutions. This interview features Trent, who has Ten years of experience in business development and operational leadership roles in construction contracting services. Vince, Jenna, and Trent highlight the topics about Trent’s journey and cool moments in the cold storage industry, high-speed doors, lessons from owning a business, and why you should consider buying Greenspan panels for your building. Watch Full Interview: https://youtu.be/VNMaz4Tb5w4 Story Notes: Trent’s BackgroundAxis Construction Solutions Cool Moments in the Cold Storage IndustrySupport Your ProductsIt’s Not Stress; It’s…