Building the Future
Business, Entrepreneurship, Economic Development & Emerging Technology Podcast
Welcome to MAC & Bleu, your go-to podcast for the innovative minds shaping our nation’s future. Our topics are not only vast but advanced and forward looking, as we explore emerging trends in blockchain, AI, the Metaverse, and both virtual and augmented reality within the construction, business and entrepreneur market segments.
Our conversations are as diverse as they are enlightening, traversing not just the topics of economic development, supply chains, diverse market sectors, and celebrate the rich diversity underpinning each industry. But that’s not all, we also dive into the intricate interplay between local politics and business, highlighting the far-reaching impact of political decisions on different market segments.
On top of that, we amplify the voices and achievements of women and minorities who are trailblazing their way through today’s complex business and entrepreneurship landscape.
This Week's Show
- Mike Bontrager (Alston Construction)
- Monday, April 15th at 7AM (Arizona time)
Next Week's Show
- Jim Afinowich (IBG / Fox&Fin)
- Monday, April 22nd at 7AM (Arizona time)
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Mike Bontrager is a visionary and makes it real through sound strategy. He grows organizations by understanding market trends and leveraging talent and resources with relentless execution. He is a servant leader energized by solving complex problems for customers, colleagues and other organizations. Respected as creator of high performing cultures, a strategic decision maker and good communicator.
Mike Bontrager oversees the strategic direction and overall growth performance of the Arizona office. With 41 years of construction experience, he directs all activities including pre-construction, scheduling, project and field management, marketing and business development. Mike’s expertise includes growing organizations through market introduction, market sector growth and a service-oriented culture. His role extends to showcasing Alston’s reputation for integrity, community involvement and client-centric solutions.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-bontrager-2b57587/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/alston-construction/mycompany/
Mac and Bleu is the hot new podcast dedicated to all things related to building Arizona. Topics discussed range from construction, economic development, supply chain, and market segments.
Mac & Bleu also includes diversity in construction, local politics affecting construction, women in construction, construction technology, and more.
The host JJ Levenske of Bleuwave have their finger on the pulse of the people building Arizona.
The show brings in the brightest minds in their perspective positions and industries and JJ has the unique ability to touch on the subject matter that you want to hear.
If you want to know who’s building Arizona, tune in and subscribe to Mac and Bleu today!
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JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial and industrial sectors.
From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service.
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Mac & Bleu Host
JJ Levenske (BLEU)
President - Bleuwave General Contracting
JJ Levenske is a seasoned construction executive with over 30 years of experience in the commercial and industrial sectors.
From pre-construction services to complex quality controls and close-outs, he brings a commitment to delivering the highest levels of professionalism and customer service.
J.J.’s dedication to construction has allowed him to become an industry expert which he aims to share with customers and investors alike.
J.J. does not believe in mediocrity and strives to see the “end at the beginning” for each project, effectuating a higher return on investment for the entire team.
Early on in his career, J.J. worked as a cost engineer conducting feasibility estimates, strategic capital estimates, cost planning, and analysis of value engineering for the technology, petrochemical, and food industries. He went on to develop and implement a variety of systems for estimating, scheduling, resource management, and cost tracking while holding Project Manager and Senior Management Positions.
During his tenure, JJ has been involved in $1 billion worth of construction services. A strong entrepreneurial acumen allows him to be the perfect advocate for your facility-based business solutions.