EPISODE 28, BUILD America: Making Sure Your Candidate is a Cultural Fit w/Lea Ann Dies & Daniel Conaway, Russell
Published On: August 4, 2025
In this episode of BUILD America, Host Kerry Smith Buck sits down with Daniel Conaway, VP of operations, and Lea Ann Dies, director of people and culture at Russell, to talk about what it really takes to hire for culture fit in the construction industry. They share how Russell uses tools like the Predictive Index, emotional intelligence assessments and team referrals to go beyond resumes - focusing on soft skills, core values and team chemistry. From panel interviews to team assimilations, this episode is packed with practical insights on building people-first construction teams.
