The COAA Way Podcast
Where project leadership and reflective stories take center stage
In each fast-paced episode, listeners will hear from a variety of industry leaders about their unique journey and how it shaped them. Join hosts Howie Ferguson and Lucie Castro with the Construction Owners Association of America (COAA) as they delve with each guest into topics like talent recruitment & retention, handling conflict & tension, culture, and current challenges.
Episode 1 | Karen Mooney, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Karen discusses her professional journey, talent recruitment & retention, the importance of finding purpose in work, being a woman in the construction industry, fit & culture, and a host of other interesting subjects.
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Episode 2 | Allison Muth, Medxcel
Allison, an executive with Medxcel and highly successful past President of COAA, addresses her transition from a design professional to Owner, current-day job concerns, sustainability, culture, and accountability.
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Episode 3 | Tony Aeck
One of the most interesting men in the AEC world, architect Tony Aeck, shares some fabulous stories and anecdotes, plus thoughts on risk management, talent retention, the generalist approach to his career, and several other interesting topics.
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Episode 4 | Jack Mumma
Jack – longtime Owner, past COAA President, and thoughtful fellow – discusses transition (“bet on yourself”), culture, regional differences in the approach to project delivery, dealing with tension, and the importance of value (versus cost).
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Episode 5 | Kirsten Neff
Kirsten, a former Naval officer and current regional leader for the General Services Administration (GSA), talks about the importance of culture, handling conflict, standardization of processes, and professional development.
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Episode 5 | Keith Douglas
Keith, who has spent his impactful 40-year career entirely with Whiting-Turner, reflects on his journey and talks openly about being nimble, dealing with challenges, traits of a good Owner, the most impactful person on his career, the value of being uncomfortable, and other great insights.