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Behind the Build

Behind the Build

Hosted by Cerris

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Episodes

16

Latest episode

Oct 2025

Language

EN-US

About the show

Our purpose is building the extraordinary — let's uncover the stories and initiatives Behind the Build. Behind the Build is the Cerris company podcast highlighting the ways we're building the extraordinary for our clients, communities, and one another. You'll hear interviews with key players at our organizations and how they're making a difference on the jobsite, in the office, and in the community. Behind the Build is your source for information on strategic initiatives, stories from around the country about quality craftsmanship, teamwork, and entrepreneurial spirit, and how we're giving back to the communities where we work and live.

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16 recent
October 21, 20258 min

ep: 15 ESOP Month 2025 | ESCA Recap

Join host Corey Hampton and guest Tyler Bonwell, Regional President at Cerris Systems, for a quick debrief about their time at ESCA Lobby Days earlier this fall. You'll hear about their experiences and the importance of our teams advocating on behalf of our ESOP in Washington.

September 15, 202530 min

ep: 14 [AI]NTELLIGENT BUILDS: A Conversation About AI at Cerris

Join host Sydney Wickliffe and guests Luke Kotz, Senior Vice President of Technology, and TJ Huettenmueller, Enterprise Applications Manager, for a conversation about a relevant topic impacting our work and our industry: AI. In this episode, we dive into the current landscape of AI, safe and responsible use, and what lies ahead for this tool shaping the way we do our work. Check out Cerris' AI Governance Document. Explore Microsoft Copilot.

August 4, 202514 min

ep: 14 2025 Summer Business Update

Join host Corey Hampton for a mid-year business update with CEO Jason Evelyn and CFO Dustin DeWitt. In this conversation, you'll hear important updates about strategic planning, companywide initiatives, and an overview of our 2025 financial performance to date.

July 2, 202529 min

ep: 13 The Connection Between Mental Health and Safety

In this episode, we explore how mental well-being is a vital part of staying safe on the job. Host Sydney Wickliffe is joined by Lara Blackert, Chief Human Resources Officer; Dan Christensen, SVP of Service at Cerris Systems; and Jonathan Key, Safety Manager at Cerris Builders, for a candid conversation about burnout, chronic stress, resilience, and the power of peer support.For more mental well-being resources, please visit the Health Under the Hat page on the Blueprint or check out our new resources page at Cerris.com/mental-health-and-well-being. You'll find resources available to our employees and a list of local Mental Health Committee members who are here to support you if you ever need it. If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.

March 13, 202515 min

ep: 12 Cerris Systems Phoenix Office

Join host Corey Hampton for a conversation with Cerris Systems - Phoenix Operations Manager Jack Duren for a conversation about what goes into opening a new office location, and what lies ahead for Cerris Systems in the Phoenix market.

November 20, 2024Episode 1116 min

ep: 11 Caring Heart Foundation

In this episode, you'll hear about the latest Cerris Caring Heart Foundation initiatives including our new volunteer portal, YourCause, the Employee Donation Matching program, and more. Our guests include Chairwoman of the Caring Heart Foundation Board of Directors Brandi Spoonemore, and Project Manager at Cerris Builders and Director of the Foundation Board Brady Woods. To learn more about the Foundation, email communityinvolvement@cerris.com.

October 25, 2024Episode 1014 min

ep: 10 ESOP Month / Fall Business Update

Happy ESOP Month, listeners! In this episode, we catch up with CEO Jason Evelyn and CFO Dustin DeWitt to celebrate our employee ownership. You'll also hear a quick Q3 business update and what we can expect heading into the end of 2024.

October 17, 2024Episode 916 min

ep: 09 Leavenworth Correctional Campus Project Highlight

Listen in to this episode highlighting the Cerris Systems Leavenworth Correctional Campus project with Project Manager Jeremy Millard and Superintendent Jonathan Martin. You'll hear about the project's complexities and how our values play a key role on the jobsite.

August 8, 2024Episode 816 min

ep: 08 Summer 2024 Business Update

Join host Erica Jones and guests COO Jacob Vogel and CFO Dustin DeWitt for our 2024 Summer Business Update. Catch up on the latest about the Cerris rebrand and hear about our latest financial updates as we head into the second half of the year.

June 20, 2024Episode 724 min

ep 07: Safety Month 2024

Catch up with us about National Safety Month. During this episode, you’ll learn about safety protocols and innovation within the construction industry from Safety Directors Robert Atkinson at MMC Contractors – Kansas City and Corey Ballenger at MW Builders, alongside Tate Tyree, Director of Corporate Risk Management.

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