In this episode, Ryan and John host a conversation with Mike Davis, the Executive Vice President of Florida Paints, discussing the company's history, mission, community involvement, and innovations in the paint industry. They explore the import...

On this episode, Ryan and John sit down with Frank Coppola of Coppola Brothers Construction to explore the transformative impact of AI. Frank shares insights from his AI boot camp initiative, emphasizing the importance of embracing AI to avoid ...

In this episode, Secretary Melanie Griffin of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation joins Ryan and John at the FHBA Fall Conference to discuss her journey to becoming a state agency head, the challenges she faced in building tr...

In this episode of "The Buildup," hosts Ryan Benson and John Riddle welcome Representative Gentry, a former colleague and now a prominent figure in Florida politics. The conversation delves into Gentry's journey from working with the Home Build...

In this episode, the conversation delves into the background of a Florida legislator, Dan Daley. We discuss his journey into politics, legislative initiatives focused on construction fraud, challenges in building permits, and future political a...

In this engaging conversation, Ryan Benson and John Riddle welcome Buddy Hughes, the 2025 Chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). They explore Buddy's journey as a third-generation builder, his advocacy for resilient const...

In this engaging podcast episode, Senator Tracie Davis shares her journey from being a special education teacher to becoming a state senator in Florida. She discusses the challenges and triumphs she faced in her political career, including her ...

In this engaging conversation, Ryan Benson and John Riddle interview Past FHBA President and current chairman of the Florida Building Commission, Michael Bourré. Michael shares his journey from a Marine Corps veteran to a successful entrepreneu...

In this episode of The Build Up, John Riddle and Ryan Benson interview Tony Hartsgrove, CEO of ODC, discussing his journey in the construction industry, the growth of ODC, and the importance of company culture, technology, and relationships in ...

Join us for an engaging conversation with Congressman Byron Donalds as he shares his experiences and insights from the heart of Florida's political landscape. In this episode, we explore memorable moments shared in the Oval Office, discuss the ...

In this episode of The Build Up, hosts Ryan Benson and John Riddle continue their discussion with Senator Martin on various legislative updates affecting the Florida home building industry. They delve into the importance of building codes, the ...

SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Ryan Benson and John Riddle discuss the political journey of Senator Jonathan Martin, exploring his early life, motivations for entering politics, and his experiences in the Florida Senate. The disc...

In this conversation, Rusty Payton, the chief lobbyist and CEO of the Florida Home Builders Association, shares insights about his upbringing in Pensacola, his journey into politics, and the challenges faced in the home building industry. He di...

In this engaging conversation, FHBA Members, Ryan Benson and John Riddle discuss the current state of the housing market with Dr. Robert Dietz, the chief economist for the National Association of Home Builders. They explore various topics inclu...