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Leadership Blueprints

BJ Kraemer, MCFA

Leadership Blueprints is a podcast dedicated to helping leaders align teams, navigate chaos, and accomplish the mission. Hosted by BJ Kraemer—West Point graduate, combat veteran, and President & CEO of MCFA—this show dives into the principles, stories, and strategies behind effective leadership. With a background in military service and experience leading teams in business, infrastructure, and complex projects, BJ understands that success comes down to execution, adaptability, and leading people

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31:47

Inspiring Places: Richmond, Virginia with Tim Klabunde

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2022/09/21

On today’s episode, BJ sits down with podcast returnee, Tim Klabunde, Director of Marketing and Principal of Timmons Group. Tim talks about his themed family vacations, his love for, and the rich history of his current city of Richmond, VA. Tim discusses the built environment of Richmond, it’s influence on the city, and beyond!Resources mentioned: “LEGO House, Home of the Brick” Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKC9CEk-aUIFind Timmons Group at: https://www.timmons.com/Connect

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26:59

Who not How: Empowering others to Help Grow your Company

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2022/09/14

On today’s solo episode, BJ answers the question; as President of MCFA, how do you keep a firm grip on running the company, while letting it operate with an open palm? BJ explores this question, the many obstacles that arise, and provides resources alongside actionable steps you can implement in your workplace immediately. Resources mentioned: “Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork” by Dan Sullivan:

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13:29

Mission and Meaning: BJ’s writing a book

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2022/09/07

On today’s solo episode, BJ reveals his next big project; writing a book. He lays out the goals he has set for himself, the many setbacks in the early stages, and what he hopes readers will learn from it!Resources mentioned: The U.S. Military Academy at West Point's mission is "to educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and

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17:43

Start and Sustain a Successful Career in the AEC...

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2022/08/31

On today’s solo episode, BJ answers burning questions from the MCFA team and our listeners! He explores how to set yourself up for success in the AEC industry, how to maintain that success, and the risks that come with both opportunity and growth. Resources mentioned: Steve Jobs Commencement Speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLcMatthew McConaughey Speech: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wD2cVhC-63I Inspiring People and Places is brought to you by MCFA. Visit our website

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36:56

Understanding the Infrastructure of Education with...

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2022/08/24

On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Luis Vildostegui, Senior Principal and Education Sector Leader at Stantec. Luis elaborates on the many turns his career has taken, the global locations he’s impacted, and how effective communication and collaboration are key to effective projects, no matter the scale or location. Resources mentioned: Find Luis at: https://www.stantec.com/en/people/v/vildostegui-luisConnect with Luis on LinkedIn:

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40:11

How to Connect with the Community You’re Serving with...

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2022/08/17

On today’s episode, BJ talks with John Burke, Economic Vibrancy Manager for the City of Westminster, and author of “RFP - Request For Personality, Win People, Win Projects.” John breaks down his journey to engineering, the importance of being able to effectively communicate a project's vision, and how the R.F.P. mindset can be implemented to become a better leader on projects of any scale. Resources mentioned: Connect with John at: www.JohnDBurke.com Find out more about the City of

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54:46

How To Get More Sellers Selling with Jim Rogers,...

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2022/08/10

On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Jim Rogers, Co-Creator of Seller-Doer Academy and President of Unbridled Revenue, Inc. Jim is also the author of “Becoming a Seller-Doer: Succeed at Business Development and Take Command of Your Career”, where he teaches professionals in the SEC industry how to develop and refine the seller-doer mindset to elevate their firms. On the show, they dive deep into not only the value of offering education to your team, but how to do it successfully, and

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36:57

Diversity, Inclusion, and the Mastery of Execution...

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2022/08/03

On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Dan Lester Sr., Director of Field Diversity, Inclusion, and Culture at Clayco. Dan breaks down what diversity and inclusion mean in the workforce, how inclusion brings a unique perspective to any organization, and how the communication and execution of diversity and inclusion strategies are a critical point of understanding. Find out more about Clayco Rising: https://claycorising.com/Calls-to-action: Inspiring People and Places is brought to you by

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44:36

The Value of Personal Expertise with Vince Campisi

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2022/07/27

On this episode of Inspiring People and Places, BJ sits down with Vince Campisi. Vince has over 50 years of experience in the management, design, inspection and rehabilitation of highways, railroads, and various types of bridges and buildings. Vince explores his career journey, how he learned to manage the time strain of going to night school, having a job and maintaining a family, and how the infrastructure of our country can be reformed. Calls-to-action: Inspiring People and Places is

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42:13

Making a Big Impact by Applying Expertise and...

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2022/07/20

On this week’s episode BJ sits down with Brian Perlberg, Executive Director & Senior Counsel for ConsensusDocs, a coalition of 40 leading construction organizations. Brian is the only construction attorney in the United States certified as a CM-Lean for lean construction. Using Brian’s contracts to communicate and incorporate best practices instills fairness throughout contracts and are used by people who want to mitigate claims instead of escalating claims. Resources mentioned:

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33:03

Falling in Love with Solving Problems for the World...

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2022/07/13

On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Nivi Sharma, CEO of Bridges to Prosperity. Nivi explores her winding career, the journey from creating free Wi-Fi resources, digitizing he Kenyan Primary School curriculum content for revision and literacy, and now Bridges to Prosperity, the global leader in rural infrastructure development. Nivi and BJ also dive into the impact of one’s work, and how falling in love with what you do allows you to bring your full potential to the job. Resources

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47:49

Transitioning 30+ Years of Military Service into an...

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2022/07/06

On this week’s episode, BJ interviews Maj. Gen. Todd McCaffrey. While Todd’s expertise is outside of the SEC industry, he dives deep into how his over 30 years of military service guides his leadership philosophy, and how he transitioned into president of McCaffrey Consulting, where he helps clients achieve business objectives supporting U.S. national security.Resources mentioned: Find Todd on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-mccaffrey-mg-us-army-ret/Big Red Barn:

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40:52

Fostering Growth and Developing Strategies That Work...

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2022/06/29

On this week’s episode, BJ talks with Doug Reed, President and CEO of Meridian Associates, Author of Lead a Movement: The Insider's Guide to Powerful Strategy Execution, and coach. Doug breaks down his philosophy surrounding team development, exceeding your own expectations, and how much the day-to-day matters when growing relationships inside, and outside your company. Connect with Doug on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fostergrowth/“Lead A Movement: The Insider's Guide to Powerful

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43:03

Understanding How Education Makes a Company with Mike...

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2022/06/22

On today’s episode, BJ sits down with Mike Meddock, Chief Development Officer/Principal at SME. Mike shares his journey opening offices around the country, how he has developed an educational program within SME, and how training your team is one of the most important aspects of being a leader. Find SME at: https://www.sme-usa.com/ Inspiring People and Places is brought to you by MCFA. Visit our website www.MCFAglobal.com and sign up for our weekly newsletter where we curate some of the top

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39:07

The Art of Problem Solving with Barbara White Bryson,...

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2022/06/15

On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Barbara White Bryson, Author, Planner, Strategist, and Principal for Strategic Futures at DI Strategic Advisors. BJ breaks down Barbara’s expansive career, working under three major universities, and her unique skill set as a complex problem solver. “Creating a Culture of Predictable Outcomes”: https://tinyurl.com/5n6sc5sr“The Owner's Dilemma: Driving Success and Innovation in the Design and Construction Industry”:

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38:02

The Need For The Big Story and How It Can Make a Big...

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2022/06/08

On this week’s episode, BJ interviewed Jan Tuchman. Executive Editor of Engineering News-Record. They discuss the many different projects Jan is involved with around the globe, her style of leadership, and the importance of collaboration in the construction industry.Resources mentioned: Learn more about Engineering News Record at www.enr.comInspiring People and Places is brought to you by MCFA. Visit our website www.MCFAglobal.com and sign up for our weekly newsletter where we curate some

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37:02

Falling Into Your Passion with Tim Klabunde,...

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2022/06/01

On this week’s episode, BJ chats with Tim Klabunde, Principal & Director of Marketing at Timmons Group. They dive into how Tim “fell” into the AEC industry, the excitement of bringing creative solutions to the table, and how his book, “Network Like an Introvert: A new way of thinking about business relationships” empowers introverts in predominantly extrovert centric spaces. Resources mentioned: Find Tim’s book, “Network Like an Introvert: A new way of thinking about business

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41:20

Identifying the skill sets of your team and your role...

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2022/05/25

On today’s episode, BJ talks to Suzie Richert, Senior Environmental Scientist and NEPA Compliance Specialist at Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc. They break down the importance of managing not only your team, but more importantly yourself through various tactics, and how the job of the leader is to uncover the skill set of each member of your team. Resources mentioned: “Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business” by Geno Wickman: https://tinyurl.com/bde76t5e“Getting Things Done: The Art of

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38:50

The Fundamentals of Elevating a Company with Brian...

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2022/05/18

On this week’s episode, BJ talks with Brian DiSabatino, President and CEO of EDiS Company. They discuss Brian’s family business, how he elevated EDiS with the guidance of his father and cousins, and the core values he continues to center his leadership strategy around to this day.Resources mentioned: “Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive” by Harvey Mackay: https://tinyurl.com/yzm4j8j4Find more information about EDiS Company at: https://www.ediscompany.com/Vet Fest 2022:

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33:30

Building Optimism in the Workplace with Kevin Chafin,...

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2022/05/11

On this week’s episode, BJ sits down with Kevin Chafin, Air Force Reserve, Architect and Senior Vice President and Federal Market Sector Leader at TranSystems. Theydive into Kevin’s lifelong journey to becoming an architect, the many different roles Kevin has held in working for the Federal Government, and how infusing positivity can change the morale of a team. Find out more about Go Design Inc: https://www.godesigninc.org/ Inspiring People and Places is brought to you by MCFA. Visit our

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