Specified: Building Materials & Construction Growth Podcast

Hosted by Tatsuya Nakagawa

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Jun 2026

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Welcome to the Specified Growth Podcast, hosted by Tats Nakagawa, CEO of Castagra Products. Each week, Tats talks to leaders and experts about how to overcome adversity, grow massive organizations, and how to create meaningful change in the building materials and construction industry. Check out YouTube.com/tatstalks for more!

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June 15, 202629 min

S3. Ep. 15: Focusing On Your Customers (With Armen Alajian)

Armen Alajian is the CEO of ARTO. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Armen talks about his career background, the history of ARTO, and some of the changes they’ve made through over the years. He also discusses the importance of customer service and going above and beyond, having a growth mindset, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 1, 202619 min

S3. Ep.14: Using Data To Provide Solutions (With Peyvand Melati)

Peyvand Melati is the CEO at QEA Tech. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Peyvand talks about his diverse entrepreneurial background and some of the things he’s learned throughout his career. He also discusses starting QEA Tech and how they’re using data to provide solutions for building owners, his advice for future entrepreneurs looking to bring a start-up to market, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 18, 202631 min

S3. Ep. 13: Making A Positive Impact In Construction (With Brandon Smith)

Brandon Smith is the Co-Founder of New Vision Projects. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Brandon talks about his background in construction and entrepreneurship, and his goal to make a meaningful impact in the industry. He also discusses having confidence and a defined plan for your vision, using partnerships and affiliates in your marketing, the power of having a positive mindset, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 4, 202618 min

S3. Ep. 12: Advancing Safety In Construction (With Cory Sherman)

Cory Sherman is the Founder of Safety Systems Management. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Cory talks about his background in construction and how he got into the safety aspect of the industry. He also discusses how the safety culture is evolving in the construction industry, how to get buy-in for new safety initiatives on the jobsite, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

April 20, 202617 min

S3. Ep. 11: Being An Entrepreneur In The Building Industry (With Buz Artiano)

Buz Artiano is the Owner of BuildX. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Buz talks about his entrepreneurial background in the building industry and some of the things he’s learned from his various start-ups. He also discusses his hiring strategies, how he leverages AI for business, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

April 6, 202621 min

S3. Ep. 10: Doing Entrepreneurship Your Way (With Jason Perez)

Jason Perez is the CEO and Co-Founder at YARDZ. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Jason talks about his entrepreneurial background and some of the ventures he’s been a part of. He also discusses “toward” and “away” buyers, the importance of building an advisory board, doing things your own way as an entrepreneur, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March 23, 202621 min

S3. Ep. 9: Franchising Your Business (With Joe Carter)

Joe Carter is the Founder and CEO of Twin Flame Group. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Joe talks about his background in entrepreneurialism and how he started Twin Flame Group. He also discusses the importance of systemization, his tips on leveraging AI in your business, how to know if franchising is right for you, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

March 9, 202622 min

S3. Ep. 8: Building Strong Leaders In Construction (With Wally Adamchik)

Wally Adamchik is a Speaker at FireStarter Speaking and Consulting. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Wally talks about growing up around construction and how he became an expert in leadership development. He also discusses how to transition from a doer to a leader, some key points to being a successful leader, how companies can support work-life balance, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

February 23, 202623 min

S3. Ep. 7: Using Sustainable Building Techniques (With Matt Paneitz)

Matt Paneitz is the Executive Director of Long Way Home. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Matt talks about his background and the inspiration behind his non-profit, Long Way Home. He also discusses how great innovations can come from a lack of resources, the power of voluntourism, using sustainable building techniques, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

February 9, 202631 min

S3. Ep. 6: Applying Athletic Discipline To Business (With Brent Staton)

Brent Staton is the Co-Founder and CEO of RS Group. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Brent talks about his entrepreneurial background and how being an athlete at a young age has helped him in his career. He also discusses the various business models within their company and the different approaches to each, taking on a Visionary role, the importance of having mentors and industry relationships, and more. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy! Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices