Constructing Brands Eric Lanel

What you will learn from this podcast:
Mikael Akerberg's entrepreneurial background and journey to Nobilia Nobilia's decision to enter the fragmented U.S. kitchen market and create a new product category Strategies for researching and understanding the cultural nuances of the U.S. market Building an efficient nationwide distribution network for European kitchen furniture  Partnering for successful online sales and reaching a broader audience Future plans for franchising and expanding Nobilia's presence in the U.S. Lessons learned and advice for global expansion and innovation Intro: 
Exploring Nobilia's disruptive journey into the U.S. market.
Guest Bio:
Mikael Akerberg is the CEO of Nobilia, Europe's largest kitchen furniture company. With an entrepreneurial spirit ignited at a young age, Mikael has led Nobilia's bold expansion into the U.S. market, introducing a new category of European-style modular kitchen furniture and embracing innovative strategies to cater to American consumers.

Renowned interior designer Jennifer Bertrand joins host Eric Lanel to discuss her human-centered approach to design. She explains how psychology and deep conversations help her understand clients and create soulful, personalized spaces. Jennifer shares her creative process, from initial chats to online vision boards, and emphasizes the importance of authenticity and risk-taking for growth. She highlights some of her most meaningful projects, including designing homes for military veterans and Ronald McDonald Houses. Jennifer encourages shying away from boundaries, having fun, and not being afraid to fail on the journey toward great design.  
 

Summary:
In this episode of Constructing Brands, the hosts introduce their new partners and discuss their agenda of celebrating heroes in the building materials industry. They express their passion for design and construction and the importance of telling the stories behind the people, brands, and products in the industry. The hosts highlight the need for getting things done and the ability to identify and tell compelling stories. They emphasize the value of working with knowledgeable and experienced partners and discuss the inspiration that comes from travel and food. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a call for feedback.
Takeaways:
The hosts are focused on celebrating heroes in the building materials industry.
Telling the stories behind the people, brands, and products is a key aspect of their work.
Getting things done and the ability to tell compelling stories are important skills in the industry. Working with knowledgeable and experienced partners is valuable for success.

Summary:
In this episode of Constructing Brands, the hosts introduce their new partners and discuss their agenda of celebrating heroes in the building materials industry. They express their passion for design and construction and the importance of telling the stories behind the people, brands, and products in the industry. The hosts highlight the need for getting things done and the ability to identify and tell compelling stories. They emphasize the value of working with knowledgeable and experienced partners and discuss the inspiration that comes from travel and food. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a call for feedback.TakeawaysThe hosts are focused on celebrating heroes in the building materials industry.
Takeaways:
Telling the stories behind the people, brands, and products is a key aspect of their work.
Getting things done and the ability to tell compelling stories are important skills in the industry.
Working with knowledgeable and experienced partners is valuable for success.
 

In the latest episode of GWP’s Constructing Brands podcast, we speak with Kenn Busch, owner of Material Intelligence Website and sustainability thought leader. Kenn offers us insights in how to start the discussion and position your building material company in a world where your carbon footprint is becoming more and more important.. Kenn’s goal is to drive awareness to the importance of climate positive. Learn ways to position your efforts to be climate positive.

What You Will Learn: What technology is important for a business to have How to evaluate which tool is best In the latest episode of GWP’s Constructing Brands podcast, we speak with Abbas Naqvi, Digital Director at GWP, Inc Advertising discusses how to think about the CRM tool your company is using, and provides top-line insights to make sure you are getting the most out of your CRM tool.