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EntreArchitect Podcast
with Mark R. LePage
Architect Mark R. LePage explores the business of architecture, firm leadership and the everyday life of an architect. From Gābl Media, EntreArchitect Podcast features weekly interviews with inspiring, passionate people who share their knowledge and expertise… all to help you build a better business as a small firm entrepreneur architect. Proven business strategies for architects, including financial management, profit, marketing, sales, productivity, and planning.
How Small Architects Can Save Thousands on Retirement Fees In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, Mark R. LePage sits down with Paul Sippil to discuss 401(k) fee transparency and how architects can build healthier retirement plans for their firms. Paul reveals how small business owners can identify hidden fees, avoid conflicts of interest, and...
How Architecture Firms Can Use Data to Thrive Ashish Desai, CEO of Monograph, joins the EntreArchitect Podcast to discuss architecture firm management software and the future of AI in practice. He explains how architecture firm management software can help firms improve profitability, forecasting, and operational efficiency. Ashish shares why many architecture firms struggle to connect...
Communal Housing Design Guidelines Communal housing design guidelines take center stage as Kyle Barker joins the EntreArchitect Podcast. Kyle is the founder of Primary Projects, where he focuses on sustainable, affordable, and community-driven housing. In this episode, he shares how his work challenges traditional housing models and pushes toward more connected living. Along the way,...
The Unexpected Truth About Architect Led Development In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, architect to developer journey takes center stage with Jared Banks, AIA, founder of Shoegnome Architects. Based in Seattle, Jared blends residential design, BIM expertise, and entrepreneurship to help architects build smarter careers. He shares how his path evolved from running a...
The Training Gap Holding Architecture Firms Back (mentorDINO) The training gap holding architecture firms back (mentorDINO) is more than a skills issue, it’s a systems problem. In this episode, Katelyn Rossier shares how the disconnect between school and practice creates daily inefficiencies. As a result, firms face burnout, costly mistakes, and lost profit. Katelyn explains...
How Small Firm Architects Can Compete and Win In this EntreArchitect Podcast episode on marketing strategies for small architecture firms, Pam Raymond and Jayme Gately of Blueprint share how smaller practices can stand out and win better work. Together, they bring decades of experience leading marketing and communications at top global firms. Now, they help...
What Wright’s Apprentices Taught Me About Architecture and Life In this episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, we explore organic architecture principles with Ryan Thewes, founder of a Nashville-based design studio. He shares how early influences, including Frank Lloyd Wright’s philosophy, shaped his approach to modern, site-driven design. Ryan walks through his journey from Ball State...
The Pre-Construction Process Is Broken and Architects Can Fix It AI in architecture is changing how projects move from concept to construction. In this episode, Maor Greenberg, founder of Spatial AI, shares how automation is transforming permit sets, compliance, and engineering workflows. He explains how AI can reduce manual work while improving accuracy and speed...
The Pre-Construction Process Is Broken and Architects Can Fix It Preconstruction management platform founder Adam Katz joins the EntreArchitect Podcast to discuss how better information can transform the building process. Katz shares how his background in finance, construction, and technology shaped the vision behind Craydl. Together, they explore the persistent gap between design intent and...
Bringing Cost Clarity to Renovation for Owners and Architects Bringing cost clarity to renovation for owners and architects begins with a childhood in darkness. Michael Sweebe grew up in an illegal apartment in Toledo, Ohio, with no operable windows and little light. At nine years old, he began drawing floor plans, hoping to design a...