Josie Kohlan with Goodmans and Emily Kingman with Architectural Resource Team
Goodmans is a 69-year-old, people-centered, commercial furniture and interior construction company representing MillerKnoll and DIRTT. Our vision is to Change the Community by leveraging our talent and resources and fostering a commitment to conscious capitalism. Goodmans is proud to be the first Benefit Corporation in the state of Arizona.
As the first sustainability director of Goodmans, Josie Kohlan created and executed a sustainability vision that fosters a circular economy and empowers individuals through knowledge and approachability. She has led Goodmans to set a Net Zero Target and looks forward to the coming years of innovations.
She enjoys working in a creative and dynamic network of big thinkers and problem solvers – orienting toward the next generation of innovation. She seeks out opportunities to develop personally, explore new ways of doing business, and create solutions that serve the greater good of all beings.
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A|R|T is an architecture firm in Phoenix, AZ. They have a vision that focuses on building community, innovation in sustainable design and making the journey of design and construction as seamless and enjoyable as possible with their partners. Working as innovators and designers, they are also volunteers, advocates and stewards to the community and the environment.
A|R|T works primarily in housing and healthcare and recognizes the immense need for sustainable and affordable housing in local communities, as well as the importance of behavioral health facilities. Through active engagement in dialogue, reflection, and design demonstration, we support the development and exchange of pioneering concepts by helping designers and clients become more knowledgeable, by challenging assumptions, and by testing ideas.
Currently in the process of building Arizona’s first certified Living Building. Called the Sonoran Studio, the structure will serve as the architecture firm’s new home—and an example for others to emulate. The studio is inspired through its work with incredible organizations and feels extremely privileged to help build stronger, more resilient communities.
With a background in Sustainable Construction, Emily Kingman is focused on working to help keep the economy and infrastructure growing while encouraging the implementation of sustainable building methods and renewable energy in not only the buildings, residential and commercial but also the production and transportation of materials.
She performs the Living Building Challenge material vetting and construction coordination for the first full Living Building in the Sonoran Desert.
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About Our Guest Host
Kindra Maples is spartan racer, past animal trainer, previous magician’s assistant, and has a weakness for Oreo cookie shakes. Her journey working with people actually started working with animals as a teenager (don’t worry we won’t go that far back for her bio).
She worked for over 15 years in the zoo industry working with animals and the public. Her passion of working with animals shifted into working with people in education, operations and leadership roles. From there her passion of leadership and helping people develop has continued to grow.
Then came the opportunity for leading the Culture Crush Business Podcast and she jumped on it. Leadership, growth, and strong company cultures are all areas that Kindra is interested in diving into further.
