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Leadership and Legacy: A Conversation with Col. Fred Reynolds (Part 2)
Jun 14, 2026
50m 19s
Leadership and Legacy: A Conversation with Col. Fred Reynolds (Part 1)
May 31, 2026
51m 19s
In the Room Where It Happens: ACEC Kansas Past and Present Presidents Share Their Stories
Mar 8, 2026
1h 04m 11s
Engineering the Future: What Tomorrow's Engineers want in a Career
Nov 2, 2025
54m 53s
From Pool Shark to Public Servant: The Journey of House Minority Leader Brandon Woodard
Mar 31, 2025
48m 44s
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| 6/14/26 | ![]() Leadership and Legacy: A Conversation with Col. Fred Reynolds (Part 2) | What does it look like when a lifetime of unlikely adventures—escorting the Secretary of Defense on a Turkish ferry, commanding a geotechnical lab full of PhDs, playing cello to reset your soul—actually teaches you how to lead? Colonel Fred Reynolds is back for Part 2, and this time we get to the heart of it: the leadership maxims he's earned the hard way.HighlightsCol. Reynolds escorted a sitting U.S. Secretary of Defense through Turkey for four days—as a lieutenant colonel assigned essentially by accidentWhen the Secretary wanted to cruise the harbor, Reynolds negotiated use of a docked passenger ferry—there was nothing else availableHis post-military career at Black and Veatch took him back to Turkey to manage a massive hydropower program on the Tigris and Euphrates rivers—until the Turkish Lira collapsed and the deal fell apartA Muslim Turkish engineer, a Catholic priest, and a Protestant American Army colonel all crawled under a church together to fix its floor—and the engineer refused to charge because "it's all for the same God, isn't it?"Reynolds earned his PhD in earthquake engineering while working at Black and Veatch—and used it to design earthquake-resistant water caissons at the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri RiversHe plays cello under the instruction of a cellist from the Kansas City Symphony and calls it his best therapyHe has published a 17-page scholarly article on German World War I Zeppelin aviation—through the lens of philatelyTen leadership maxims drawn from 29 years of military service, Black and Veatch, and a life well-examinedChapters0:00 – Back for Part Two0:31 – Secretary of Defense Visit2:41 – Hiring a Harbor Ferry4:28 – Powerful People Are Human4:49 – Rapid-Fire Army Career7:30 – Retirement and the ACEC Link8:02 – Black and Veatch Turkey Pitch12:46 – Hydropower Deal Falls Apart13:35 – Church Floor and Shared Faith17:16 – PhD and Earthquake Design19:03 – Cello as Therapy20:56 – German WWI Aviation Research22:35 – Publishing Through Philately23:21 – Leadership Maxims Setup24:26 – Leaders Can Be Made26:10 – The Skillset of Leaders Can Be Taught29:13 – Walk the Talk31:10 – Appreciate Differences33:22 – Choose People Carefully36:13 – Give People the Resources to Succeed37:29 – Cohesive Teams Win38:17 – Cover Weaknesses, Not Cheerleading42:06 – You're in the Seat for a Reason43:28 – Promotion Is Capability, Not Reward45:16 – The Curse of the Possible47:55 – Closing Thanks and FarewellResources MentionedWest Point (United States Military Academy) – Where Col. Reynolds learned the foundational leadership principles of Duty, Honor, CountryPlease Understand Me – The book on personality types and leadership that Reynolds credits as an epiphany; rooted in the four ancient Greek temperamentsBlack and Veatch – The engineering firm where Reynolds worked for nearly 20 years post-retirement, including international hydropower projects in TurkeyOther Resources:Learn more about ACEC Kansas | 50m 19s | ||||||
| 5/31/26 | ![]() Leadership and Legacy: A Conversation with Col. Fred Reynolds (Part 1)✨ | leadershipmilitary service+3 | Col. Fred Reynolds | West Point | Bellefontaine, OhioA Shau Valley+1 | leadershipmilitary+3 | — | 51m 19s | |
| 3/8/26 | ![]() In the Room Where It Happens: ACEC Kansas Past and Present Presidents Share Their Stories✨ | ACEC Kansas leadershiplegislative achievements+4 | Brian ArmstrongAgnes Otto | ACEC KansasKDOT+2 | — | ACEC KansasBrian Armstrong+7 | — | 1h 04m 11s | |
| 11/2/25 | ![]() Engineering the Future: What Tomorrow's Engineers want in a Career✨ | engineering careersinternships+4 | Matthew YoungIsaiah Choma | K StateBlack & Veatch | Manhattan, KS | engineeringcareer+5 | — | 54m 53s | |
| 3/31/25 | ![]() From Pool Shark to Public Servant: The Journey of House Minority Leader Brandon Woodard✨ | public servicepolitics+3 | Brandon Woodard | University of Kansas | Topeka, Kansas | Brandon Woodardpublic service+3 | — | 48m 44s | |
| 2/16/25 | ![]() From Small Town Roots to State Leadership: Get to Know Senate Majority Leader Chase Blasi✨ | politicsleadership+3 | Chase Blasi | ACEC Kansas | Colwich, KSKansas+1 | Chase BlasiKansas Senate+3 | — | 49m 39s | |
| 2/9/25 | ![]() Leadership Journeys and Industry Insights: Our Annual Conversation with the Past and Current ACEC Presidents✨ | leadershipcareer journeys+5 | Agnes OttoCameron McGown | ACEC Kansas | — | leadershipACEC Kansas+5 | — | 58m 59s | |
| 9/15/24 | ![]() Engineering Change: Celebrating Philanthropy within ACEC Kansas✨ | philanthropyengineering+3 | Mark WilliamsCurt Mader+1 | ACEC KansasAgua Viva International | — | philanthropyengineering+5 | — | 49m 47s | |
| 7/14/24 | ![]() Building Kansas: Matt Volz on the Kansas Infrastructure Hub✨ | infrastructureeconomic development+3 | Matt Volz | Kansas Infrastructure HubACEC Kansas+2 | KansasNorthern Minnesota | Kansas Infrastructure Hubeconomic development+5 | — | 35m 00s | |
| 5/26/24 | ![]() Innovating Infrastructure: Alternative Delivery in Kansas Transportation✨ | alternative deliveryinfrastructure+4 | — | KDOTACEC Kansas | KansasDeSoto Project+1 | alternative deliveryKDOT+5 | — | 50m 03s | |
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| 3/24/24 | ![]() Bridging Futures: Grace Lipford on Engineering, Scholarships, and Career Visions✨ | scholarshipsengineering careers+3 | Grace Lipford | ACEC Kansas | — | scholarshipengineering+3 | — | 37m 22s | |
| 2/11/24 | ![]() Reflections and Possibilities with the Presidents of ACEC | On this episode of the QBS Express, host Scott Heidner engages in a conversation with Brett Letkowski, the past-president and Cameron McGown, the current president of ACEC Kansas. Rightly entailing reflections on their journeys on the board, they discuss the organization's key events in 2023, the year's initiatives, legislative sessions, funding for water and vertical infrastructures, among other key accomplishments. The guests discuss their involvement in various collaborative projects, challenges they faced, and the impact of their service at the state and national levels of the ACEC. They highlight the significance of scholarship opportunities offered by the ACEC, underscoring the benefits to the students and the industry at large. The podcast also features a discussion on their favorite music, movies, and local restaurants, helping listeners know them better personally.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:59 Looking Back at ACEC's Successes in 202304:29 Partnerships and Collaborations16:02 Scholarships and Opportunities18:40 In-Person Meetings and Conferences23:42 Promoting Qualifications Based Selection26:23 Emerging Leaders Program28:48 Journey to the Board and Benefits of Involvement33:37 Importance of Teamwork and Collaboration35:41 The Role of the Board in Industry Events and Activities36:06 The Board's Influence on Legislation and Policy38:25 Reflections on Serving on the Board40:46 How to Get Involved with the Board42:26 Looking Ahead: Priorities and Challenges for the Year49:08 The Board's Relationship with ACEC NationalOther Resources:Learn more about ACEC KansasThis show is part of the ICT Podcast Network. For more information visit ictpod.net | 1h 03m 12s | ||||||
| 1/21/24 | ![]() KDOT Transportation Tales w/ Calvin Reed and Greg Shieber | In this engaging conversation on the QBS Express, host Scott Heidner is joined by Calvin Reed, Kansas Secretary of Transportation and Director of the Kansas Turnpike Authority, and Greg Shieber, the Deputy Secretary and State Transportation Engineer for the state of Kansas. Both guests share a glimpse of their personal backgrounds, their journeys into the realm of civil engineering, and their experiences working with the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT). They provide valuable insights into KDOT's broad mission, stressing its significant roles beyond the design and paving of roads and building of bridges. The conversation also highlights the agency's vital partnerships at the state, federal, and local level, the challenges and opportunities lying ahead for KDOT, and the critical role of the workforce in the future of engineering and infrastructure projects.00:09 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:02 Guest Background: Greg Schieber06:45 Guest Background: Calvin Reed15:17 Understanding KDOT's Role and Responsibilities23:57 Interactions with Policymakers at State and Federal Level32:33 Appreciation for Agency Partners33:07 Working with Local Units and Government34:13 Building Relationships with Local Authorities34:34 Challenges in Local Infrastructure Maintenance34:59 Investing in Local Bridge Improvement Program36:13 Developing a Local Bridge Planning Tool36:42 Future Challenges in Local System Investment37:07 The Role of KDOT in Supporting Local Governments37:37 Creation of the Kansas Infrastructure Hub38:31 Looking Forward: Challenges and Opportunities for KDOT38:52 Delivering the Eisenhower Legacy Transportation Program39:25 Future Funding for Transportation41:09 Workforce Challenges in the Industry42:30 Innovation and Changing Technologies in Infrastructure43:15 Managing Inflation in Local Projects44:12 Future of Preservation and Modernization of InfrastructureOther Resources:Learn more about ACEC KansasThis show is part of the ICT Podcast Network. For more information visit ictpod.net | 55m 26s | ||||||
| 8/13/23 | ![]() All the Numbers w/ Steven Johnson, Kansas State Treasurer | Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson might very well have the most important job that no one ever really thinks about. He shares with host Scott Heidner how he got to his current position and how the work of the treasury has an impact on the lives of every Kansan. On this episode we discuss:A family heritage of farming since 1868Growing up on the farm and the influence of 4HHow farming has transformed over the yearsWorking in the private sectorRunning for office to fix the underfunded pensionsMaking systems like KPERS work for KansansThe criticality of staff to make the legislature workPartnering with Kathy Wolfe Moore to work on the pension systemThe breadth of responsibility at the treasurer's officeHelping Kansans find unclaimed propertySupporting education savings through the Kansas Learning Quest programThe ABLE Savings PlanOther Resources:The Office of the TreasurerKansas Able Savings PlanKPERSLearn more about ACEC KansasThis show is part of the ICT Podcast Network. For more information visit ictpod.net | 46m 51s | ||||||
| 4/2/23 | ![]() A Chance Encounter Leads to a Political Career with Blake Carpenter, Kansas State Representative, 81st District | Being involved in politics wasn’t even on Blake Carpenter’s radar until a class project at Wichita State led him to an interview with Representative Jim Howell that changed everything. He shares with host Scott Heidner how that journey has led him to his current role as the House Speaker Pro Tem. On this episode we discuss:Growing up in HalsteadBeing ranked a top tier gamer at Call of Duty (when time allows)Trying to figure out what to study at Wichita StateThe value of the Eagle Scout achievementBecoming interested in politicsStarting as a freshman legislator right out of collegeGrowing into leadership roles and the associated time commitmentThe internship programBlake’s podcast, The Kansas BriefingProposing on the cliffs of IrelandOther Resources:Learn more about Braden, Headner, Lowe and AssociatesBlake Carpenter, Kansas State Representative, 81st DistrictThis show is part of the ICT Podcast Network. For more information visit ictpod.net | 53m 03s | ||||||
| 2/26/23 | ![]() From Student Body President to House Minority Leader with Vic Miller, Kansas State Representative, 58th District | Host Scott Heidner is joined by Kansas State Representative and House Minority Leader Vic Miller. They examine his life from the one room schoolhouse to his love for fantasy sports, as well as his involvement in politics beginning with his time at Emporia State as student body president. On this episode we discuss:Growing up in a one room schoolhouseThe impact of his father’s involvementThe role of Associated Students of Kansas and the act they got passedThe importance of having attorneys (at least a few) in the legislatureStarting out young as an elected officialTrying to balance service and a public practiceHow serving in property valuation gave him an in-demand skillThe fraught challenge of drawing district linesInfluence and responsibilityGetting young people involved in public serviceA love of fantasy sportsOther Resources:Learn more about ACEC KansasVic Miller, Kansas State Representative, 58th District This podcast is brought to you by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Kansas. This show is part of the ICT Podcast Network. For more information visit ictpod.net | 37m 48s | ||||||
| 2/12/23 | ![]() A Journey of Service with Chris Croft, Kansas State Representative, 8th District | Host Scott Heidner is joined by Kansas State Representative and House Majority Leader Chris Croft. They talk about his life and military career that eventually brought him to Kansas and led him to taking on his current role in state government. On this episode we discuss:The role his mother played in his life and finding role models for himGrowing up outsideJoining the Army and seeing the worldHow he met his wifeWhat he learned from Popeye’s Fried ChickenJumping out of the first plane he rode onThe value of mentors in his lifeWorking at the Pentagon and military mobility equipmentFinding a home in KansasA vision for transportation infrastructure in the stateGetting started in public serviceTaking on the house majority leader mantleGoing out on Black Friday and Christmas EveOther Resources:Learn more about ACEC KansasChris Croft, Kansas State Representative, 8th District This podcast is brought to you by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Kansas. This show is part of the ICT Podcast Network. For more information visit ictpod.net | 1h 03m 26s | ||||||
| 9/22/22 | ![]() Looking back and forward with current and past ACEC Presidents Jeff McKerrow and Brett Letkowski | Host Scott Heidner meets with the previous and current ACEC presidents in Jeff McKerrow and Brett Letkowski to discuss the latest developments and the opportunity that lies ahead for the organization. | 54m 43s | ||||||
| 4/28/22 | ![]() The QBS Express ft. co-host Sara Clark and President of KC SmartPort Chris Gutierrez | The latest episode of The QBS Express features co-host Sara Clark with TranSystems and guest Chris Gutierrez, President of KC SmartPort. Listen in as we get an in-depth account of how SmartPort came to be, who it serves, what part of the market occupies its time and resources, and how Chris's interest in this industry was sparked by collecting beer cans at a young age! | 39m 03s | ||||||
| 3/2/22 | ![]() The QBS Express ft. co-host Jeff Keller and KDHE Director of the Bureau of Water Tom Stiles | The latest episode of The QBS Express features co-host Jeff Keller with Burns and McDonnell and KDHE Director of the Bureau of Water Tom Stiles. Listen in as we learn about his interest in water quality from a young age, how he found his way to the engineering field, the services he provides to members, and the interaction that involves with ACEC member firms. | 1h 03m 11s | ||||||
| 9/30/21 | ![]() The QBS Express ft. co-host Steve Turner and Representative Richard Proehl | The QBS Express is happy to welcome co-host Shawn Turner with Transystems and Representative Richard Proehl to the show! Tune in as we learn about Representative Proehl's interest in veterinary science and agriculture, his time in the 101st Airborne Division, working as a rodeo clown and bull rider, and most importantly the importance of good infrastructure investment! | 27m 21s | ||||||
| 7/21/21 | ![]() The QBS Express ft. Chad Bristow | The QBS Express welcomes Chad Bristow, Director of Facilities for the Kansas Board of Regents, to the show! Join us as we discover how a farm kid from Leavenworth County found his way from art to the world of facilities and design, the many ways Chad and the Board of Regents team partner with ACEC member firms, and some very interesting recent developments regarding the funding of university infrastructure! | 33m 21s | ||||||
| 6/8/21 | ![]() The QBS Express ft. Keith Browning | Join us as we visit with Keith Browning, the Local Road Engineer for the Kansas Association of Counties! Listen in as we discuss how he found his way to the engineering field, the services he provides to members, and the interaction that involves with ACEC member firms. Stay with us to the end and you may find out something you didn’t know about what Keith does in his free time! | 29m 37s | ||||||
| 5/7/21 | ![]() The QBS Express ft. Steve Hewitt | The QBS Express visits with Kansas Turnpike Authority (KTA) CEO Steve Hewitt. Join as we learn about the KTA’s mission, the customers it serves, partnerships with other states, aligned certain services with KDOT, and how technology is driving change. And if you stay with us to the end, you may or may not learn about Mr. Hewitt being part of a dynamic 80s/90s grunge cover band….. | 51m 14s | ||||||
| 3/3/21 | ![]() The QBS Express ft. Julie Lorenz and Bob Brock | The QBS Express visits with KDOT Secretary Julie Lorenz and KDOT Director of Aviation Bob Brock to discuss the recently announced Kansas Supersonic Flight Corridor! Learn the exciting story of how KDOT and partners all around the state proactively created and pitched this program, the opportunities and challenges that were met along the way, and what the future of this project means to Kansas business, the aerospace industry, scientific/academic fields of study, and much more. | 33m 27s | ||||||
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