Keepin' The Lights On
Episodes
Industrial Automation Trends w Brian Crawford
27 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the world of industrial automation with Brian Crawford on "Keepin' The Lights On." Discover insights into manpower challenges and innovative s...
The Future of Independent Electrical Reps with Jim Johnson, NEMRA CEO
13 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s where I ask a huge favor from you, I’m creating a newsletter as a way for you to share your thoughts on the episodes, share guest ideas and...
Mastering the 8-Day Renovation with the Renovation Hunters Showrunners
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Todd speaks with Hal Schaefer and Chris Filardi, creators of the inspiring show, Renovation Hunters. The show focuses on outdoor famil...
How Foremen Shape a Culture of Learning Ep073 w Heath Blackburn
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Heath Blackburn from Wheeler Electric reveals how foremen are pivotal in transforming company culture. By engaging foremen in the Foreman Academy, the...
Better GC and EC Relationships with Max Gallaway
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Max Galloway, VP of Max Electric Inc., shares insights on building strong relationships between electrical contractors and general co...
Is Your Company Culture Nice or KIND? With Andie Herbert and Rachel Gass
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Todd Reed engages with Andy Herbert and Rachel Gass from Be Kind Lyfe Consulting to explore the significance of company culture,...
AI, Innovation, and Culture in Construction with Leah Mack, Allison Smith
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I speak with Leah Mack, a project manager at Allison Smith, about the implementation of AI in the construction industry. We discuss th...
Navigating the Confluence of Construction and Tech with Kassy Slaughter
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Todd Reed speaks with Kassy Slaughter about the current state of the construction industry, focusing on labor shortages, the impact o...
Prefab Works! With Brian Yetter, Electrical Contractor
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Brian Yetter, a prefabrication manager, about the growing importance of prefabrication in the construction industry. We ...
Track Jobsite Time More Effectively with Shawn Ryan and BuildTime
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Be a Keepin’ The Lights On Insider. Here’s a chance for me to hear what is important to you so I can bring the best content to this show. In addit...
Revolutionizing Data Center Cooling with Chatsworth Sponsor Highlight 02
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Rob Jones, Area Vice President of Sales at Chatsworth Products (CPI), discusses the critical need for advanced cooling solutions...
Keep AI Running w Structured Cabling Sponsor Highlight with Panduit
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this sponsor highlight episode, Bob Wagner from Panduit discusses the company's role in AI data centers, focusing on power requirements, the import...
Be Yourself Sooner with David Charles
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) Intro to David Charles (00:03:01) Overcoming Shyness and Building Connections (00:05:52) Navigating Career Changes and Discovering Passions...
Resilience and Purpose in Business with Maureen O'Brien
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) Navigating Disruptions and Resilience (00:04:28) Leadership Challenges in Uncertain Times (00:07:03) Communication: The Key to Team Perform...
10 Surprising Things That Impact Lighting with LisaReed
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) The Importance of Lighting in Architecture (00:05:54) Understanding the Role of a Lighting Designer (00:11:44) Impact of Ceiling and Surfac...
Keeping AI Computing Cool with Bob Wagner
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) The Importance of Infrastructure in AI Computing (00:04:53) Challenges of Power Consumption in AI (00:11:11) Retrofitting vs. New Data Cent...
Natural Laws of Business with Ari Weinzweig from Zingerman's
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) Intentional Leadership and Team Empowerment (00:09:56) The Zingerman's Community of Businesses (00:19:45) Visioning: Crafting the Future (0...
From Ladder to Tech Leadership with James Hatfield, LiveSwitch
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) Introduction to LiveSwitch and James Hatfield (00:02:51) James Hatfield's Journey from Contractor to Tech Innovator (00:06:35) The Impact o...
Update Your Business Operating System with EOS - Guest Bruce Sheridan
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) Update Your Business Operating System with EOS - Guest Bruce Sheridan (00:06:19) Introduction to EOS and Business Challenges (00:08:51) Und...
Electrical Construction Insights with Steve Killius
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) Introduction to Steve Killius and His Journey (00:02:06) Dining and Personal Insights (00:03:12) Role and Responsibilities at Legrand (00:0...
Your Personal Energy Matters with Anese Cavanaugh, Author & CEO
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) Your Personal Energy Matters with Anese Cavanaugh, Author & CEO (00:06:57) Understanding Intentional Energetic Presence (IEP) (00:14:32) Th...
Empowering Electrical Contractors with IEC Chapter CEO Marilyn Akers Stansbury
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Marilyn Akers Stansbury, CEO of the IEC Rocky Mountain Chapter, discusses her journey and the vital role of the Independent Elec...
Electrical Contractor Business Benchmarks w Josh Bone, ELECTRI International
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
(00:00:00) Electrical Contractor Business Benchmarks w Josh Bone, ELECTRI International (00:05:28) Project Basics (00:15:31) Evolution of an EC Busine...
Safety and Mental Health with Wes Wheeler
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Safety in the workplace is critical in any job, but it is tough to achieve on a job that involves construction. Sites can be very dangerous environmen...
Navigating NFPA 70B & 70E with Nathan Owens III
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Building owners face a challenge moving forward as they learn how to maintain and replace their aging infrastructure. In this episode, I speak with Na...
Construction Project Communication Challenges
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you seen projects/tasks delayed because of communication problems? Have you taken time to do a post project debrief to understand the causes of t...
Streamline EV Network Projects with Michael Shumway
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Creating an effective EV network can be a complex task. I asked, Mike Shumway, Strategic Account Manager for Graybar Renewables in the Southwest, to c...
State of Electrical Education
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It seems we hear, in every other episode, about the need for qualified trained trades people. So, when I had a chance to speak with Marty Riesberg, El...
Better Construction with SOPs with Hala Nassereddine
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us wouldn’t cook a complicated meal without a good recipe. What if we could adapt the concept of a recipe to construction. There are repeata...
Building a Trades Community w Trade Hounds, Jeanette Abrahamsen and Jon Clark
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the construction trades had a social media platform geared toward their work needs? A place where they can get help from their peers on how to...
Supporting Technical Education with Dustin Stelzer
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone from homeowners to pros look for videos to either learn or hone skills. If you’re a construction professional, you’ll want to watch someo...
Construction Education With Partnerships w Toffee Coleman
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I speak with Toffee Coleman, from Fluke, about the value of teaming up with schools, training programs, and industry associations to boost learning an...
Building a Strong Electrical Contractor Culture with Mica Ashmore
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I believe one way to keep the energy and productivity up in a company is to spend time ensuring your culture is strong. In this episode I speak with, ...
Construction Mental Health with Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Construction faces a crisis. Unfortunately, construction ranks as first or second on lists as one of the industries with the highest incidents of suic...
AI's Impact on Data Centers with Mike Connaughton
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Connaughton discusses AI's impact on data centers. We explore the challenges and opportunities AI brings, including increased power, cooling, and...
Improving Job Coordination w Software w Adam Ketterer
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can software support contractor coordination with the field, distribution, and other trades? Adam Ketterer, Co-Founder and Senior Sales Director a...
VDC in Telecom Construction w Jason Young, IES
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Young, Virtual Design Director at IES Communications, shares how he’s implemented the principles of VDC in the telecom space to improve the ef...
Healthcare Lighting Trends w Tommy Nichols w Acuity
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Great lighting is critical for a healthcare facility in providing quality care to their community. But what are the unique needs of different kinds of...
Security Megatrends with Don Erickson, SIA CEO
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve had episodes about cybersecurity, which is in the news every day. But what about physical building/plant security? It is not immune from advanc...
Profile of the Electrical Contractor with EC Magazine
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every other year, Electrical Contractor Magazine conducts a survey of its reader base to get a better understanding of the state of the Electrical Con...
Healthcare Construction w Christine Dickinson
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To meet the growing needs of communities, as well as improving quality of care, healthcare providers often look to construction as a way of meeting th...
State of EV Charging with Kenneth Davis, Snr Mgr Chargepoint
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Keepin’ The Lights On, my guest is Kenneth Davis, Senior Manager of Electrical Distribution for ChargePoint, the largest network ...
Microgrids with Sam and Don from Schneider Electric
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the growth of EVs, disruptions in utility power grids, and other demands on our electrical infrastructure, microgrid deployment is growing and lo...
Labelling, ICT, and YouTube w Todd Morse Brother Solutions
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Todd Morse needed a way of talking with customers during COVID about labelling and Brother Solutions. He decided to start a YouTube channel and ended ...
EV Charging Innovation with Miller Electric and Kerri Stewart
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As electric vehicle technology evolves, so does our understanding on how to design and build the infrastructure that will support the growing network ...
Charging EV Fleets w Jay Hudson Blink Charging
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
EVs for personal use has seen steady growth over the past few years. One area we’ll begin seeing more growth in is EV commercial fleet use. There ar...
Avoid IT Project Black Swans w Rick Stuart, Vision Technologies
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Construction projects are complex and no matter the size, there are risks of cost and deadline overruns. IT focused projects are no exception. Harvard...
Cybersecurity Zero Trust with Pamela Kubiatowski
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I know the importance of proper Cybersecurity in my personal life and company. I hadn’t spent too much time thinking about how well the companies I ...
How to Stop Worrying and Love Lighting Controls with Steve Roe
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lighting controls can be as simple as the same switch you see in our logo to complex multi-building wide network-driven systems. There are many reason...
From Contractor to ConTech with Nate Tockerman
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Electrical Contractor construction technology and software have come a long way since its earliest days. The companies providing the services are doin...
Supporting The Industry w Bill Hughes, Milwaukee Tool
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve always been impressed how Milwaukee Tool works to improve the construction industry through associations. Their support goes beyond simply payi...
True Role of Construction Software with Chandler Brooks
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For an electrical contractor, choosing the right software can be daunting. Chandler Brooks, Director of Industry Partnerships & Alliances at Proco...
Business Education for Electrical Contractors with Pete Mastrorocco
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Pete Mastrorocco, Sr. Vice President, Education, Events & Partnerships at the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) ...
Conventions, Innovation, and Food with Tauhira Ali
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a departure in format. Tauhira Ali, Executive Director of Industry Innovation at NECA, (National Electrical Contractors Association) a...
Prefab and Company Culture with Todd Grossweiler
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prefab is a topic so thoroughly discussed over the last 10 years that many start to tune it out when mentioned. After talking with Todd Grossweiler, E...
EC & Vendor Relationships With David Peterson, ERMCO President & COO
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Without materials, a contractor can’t do their job. Material management goes beyond simply ordering and receiving the material. A well-thought-out m...
Biodegradable Lighting with Benjamin Rapkin
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When I heard the words, “biodegradable lighting fixtures,” my curiosity was piqued. To learn more about this, I turned to Benjamin Rapkin, General...
Day In The Life: Association Lobbyist with Marco Giamberardino
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most associations have an internal group that focuses on political advocacy. To learn a bit more about this side of the National Electrical Contractor...
Embracing Messy Cities
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Many US cities and towns are beginning to show their age, with depopulation, aging infrastructure, and lost industry. In addition, many are looking fo...
The TeleComm Industry Wants You! Guest: Jennifer Roback
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The information, technology, and communications world hasn’t been spared the labor shortage that many trades are facing today. There is a growing ta...
What's Certification Got to Do With ICT? With Chuck Bowser, RCDD Tech
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to talk about the importance of choosing the most qualified technician for your next installation. It goes beyond simply...
Controlling Higher-Ed Lighting w Bill Marushak
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bill Marushak and I talk about some of the challenges facing higher-ed facility teams in controlling and managing their lighting and ...
Sustainability That Works with Susan Rochford
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re going to be discussing Legrand’s journey to create a more sustainable business. Susan Rochford, Vice President, Energy Efficiency, Sustainab...
State of AI with Rudy Agovic
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Rudy Agovic, PhD Chief Analytics Officer at Clarity Insights and we discuss the myths or challenges AI faces as companie...
Flying in the Face of Fear with Colonel Kim Campbell, USAF, Ret.
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kim “KC” Campbell served in the Air Force for 24 years as a fighter pilot and senior military leader. She has flown 1,800 hours in the A-10 Wartho...
Smarter Water Infrastructure with Jose Rivera and Steve March
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Municipalities are faced with many challenges as they plan for the future of their water, wastewater facilities. Aging infrastructure, technology adva...
Building a Better Network with Joe Reele
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered why we aren’t living in the world of the Jetsons or Star Trek, or even in a world where the traffic lights are smart and work...
State of Prefab with Lonnie Cumpton
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m speaking with LONNIE CUMPTON, Senior Director of Customer Success and Product Strategy at AEC Inspire. Lonnie has over 30 years...
Small Contractor Tech Stack with Jared Christman
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For smaller electrical contractors and communication integrators, selecting the right technology to run their jobs and business can be an overwhelming...
Show Trailer-Bring Your Kid to Work Edition
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Adapting To Crisis with Steve Guarracino
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The disruption of Covid required everyone to adapt to crisis. During this episode, Steve Guarracino LC, IESNA, Source Market Specialist at Cooper Ligh...
Improving Construction Management with Steve Bannes
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Bannes, Professor of Practice and Director of Graduate Studies in Construction Management at Washington University, and I discuss how the discip...
Construction Innovation with Tauhira Ali
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Tauhira Ali, Executive Director of Industry Innovation at NECA and I talk about why innovation in construction is so important, the c...
Shedding Light On Industrial Lighting w Steve LoJacono
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Some studies say that up to 80% of commercial and industrial spaces have not been upgraded to LED lighting. Before you go out and buy the latest LED l...
Growing Broadband Access via P3s with Jim Baller
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For nearly 30 years, Jim Baller, Partner at Keller & Heckman, LLP, has worked tirelessly advocating for creating equality in the realm of digital ...
Supply Chain Perspectives with Tom Gale MDM CEO
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Supply chain issues have eased a bit over the past few months. However, there seems to be news daily talking about new disruptions. I spend a few minu...
Children's Book Author Mike Nager - All About Smart Manufacturing
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The technical and trades skills gap is well known among manufacturing and construction. There are many ideas and solutions out there, including a scho...