Relationships Through Design Halie Chandler and Blake Daniels
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We interview successful Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) business leaders to learn how they use people, processes, and technology to scale their businesses.
Will ForetJustin Neagle
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Relationships Through Design Halie Chandler and Blake Daniels

E44 • Jan 10, 2023 • 55 mins

Daniels + Chandler Architects formed out of a close friendship between two friend that were passionate about design and the impact it can have on the community. With the vast amount of construction taking place, they felt that the camaraderie between owners, builders, and designers could be enhanced to positively affect the overall design process.

Key Points

  • Successful AEC businesses can scale effectively by leveraging people, processes, and technology while maintaining a strong focus on design and client relationships.
  • Building a healthy company culture that encourages growth, learning, and teamwork is essential to scaling an AEC business and retaining talent.
  • Investing in technology and infrastructure, such as cloud-based systems and VR, can significantly increase productivity and help AEC businesses stay competitive and innovative.

Guest number one; Halie Chandler is a Registered Architect and founding member of Daniels + Chandler Architects. With a focus primarily in healthcare and education following her studies, Halie has coordinated complex problems on both a large and small scale and values a team approach to create an effective solution. Halie holds a BArch from The University of Tennessee – Knoxville and holds certificates with NCARB and CDT. Halie volunteers as a team leader for the Nashville Affiliate of ACE Mentoring, is the AIA Emerging Professionals Committee Chair and WIA Committee Member, and is involved with ULI Nashville.

Guest number two; Blake Daniels is a Registered Architect and founding member of Daniels + Chandler Architects. After spending nearly a decade working in the architectural field, Blake continues to develop extensive knowledge of the built environment and enjoys working with teams to turn client visions into reality. Blake holds a BArch from Mississippi State University and holds certificates with NCARB and CDT. Blake is active in the Nashville community as a member of The Phoenix Club of Nashville, AIA Middle Tennessee, and West End Community Church.

So many great nuggets from Halie and Blake in this episode and you will see how you can run a great business being great at what you do, such as being amazing Architects in this case, and have people as the primary focus for your success. Incredible culture, incredible relationships with vendors, clients and team members. Truly a model for success.

Connect with Halie and Blake:

https://danielschandler.com/ Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Connect with the Justin & Will:

Will's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willforet/ Justin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justneagle/

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