Build Me Up Podcast

According to the National Association for Women in Construction, women still only make up about 10% of the construction industry workforce. Outreach and opportunity are critical in building a more diverse workforce and addressing the industry’s ongoing labor shortage. The Association for Women Contractors (AWC) works… READ MORE

As the retail landscape continues to shift and big box stores are permanently closing their doors, these abandoned, large-scale retail facilities are left empty. Adaptive reuse has become a popular solution. Rather than demolishing the building, they are being repurposed to fit community needs. Gundersen… READ MORE

With more owners and employers becoming aware of the importance of the built environment’s role in supporting wellness, productivity and sustainability, industry professionals are diving deeper into exploring the building blocks of a healthier environment.  And the significant impact of indoor air quality on cognitive… READ MORE

In past episodes of the Build Me Up podcast, we have focused on some of the challenges in the construction industry, including the general lack of diversity in the male-dominated field. We’ve discussed how we can create more opportunities for women, people of color, and other underrepresented… READ MORE

As cities evolve and grow, it’s important to preserve and remember their history. The construction industry is responsible for shaping skylines, and Kraus-Anderson’s 122-year history in the Twin Cities has involved many landmark buildings. KA has a full-time archivist, Matt Goff, to organize the company’s… READ MORE