At People-First Builders, we shine a spotlight on the leaders who shape the construction industry by building more than projects—they build teams, culture, and legacy. This podcast is your gateway to the stories of exceptional CEOs and visionaries who prioritize their people, achieve remarkable success, and redefine what it means to lead in construction.
Discover how family-owned businesses, niche projects, and innovative leadership styles are driving progress in steel erection, bridge rebar, and infrastructure installation. Each episode celebrates leaders who have spent decades honing their craft, advancing their operations, and achieving results that inspire their teams and peers alike.
Whether you’re a construction professional, a leader looking for inspiration, or simply someone fascinated by people-centered success stories, People-First Builders offers valuable insights and actionable takeaways from industry’s best.
While People-First Builders is a new podcast, it’s backed by years of experience. Host Fletcher Wimbush is a seasoned podcaster with over seven years behind the mic, having built a dedicated audience with The Hire Talent—a show focused on optimizing hiring and leadership in the industry. Now, he’s bringing that expertise to People-First Builders, highlighting the construction leaders who are shaping the future through culture, innovation, and operational excellence.
Hear firsthand accounts from industry leaders who have achieved extraordinary results by prioritizing their people.
Gain valuable insights into building safety-focused, high-performing teams and thriving work cultures.
Learn practical strategies for leveraging innovation and technology to drive operational efficiency and long-term success.
Be inspired by stories of resilience, leadership, and the human side of construction.
Proven strategies for building safety-focused, high-performing teams.
Insights into leveraging technology and innovation to enhance efficiency.
Leadership philosophies that drive cultural alignment and long-term success.
With a record of assisting more than 2,000 companies win at hiring and conducting over 10,000 candidate interviews, Fletcher is at the forefront of solving the complex hiring challenges that businesses face today.
Fletcher is revolutionizing hiring practices through executive education, advanced hiring software tools, and bespoke Fractional Talent Acquisition services.
His experience as a speaker in the field of human resources is extensive; he has participated in hundreds of webinars, conferences, and workshops for small and medium-sized enterprises. Fletcher has consistently been a valuable asset in all his engagements over the years, offering unwavering support and expertise to every intervention.
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