Mass timber construction is rapidly gaining attention as a sustainable alternative to steel and concrete.
Mass timber is rapidly emerging as a leading solution for sustainable construction, but adopting new building systems in the AEC industry requires more than advanced materials. It demands new mindsets, stronger collaboration, and leaders willing to challenge traditional industry norms.
In this episode, Ryan Ware sits down with Kristen Slavin, founder of Conifer Advising and a leader in mass timber development, prefab manufacturing, and construction advisory.
Kristen shares her journey from sustainable design in Portland to product development in mass timber manufacturing and now advising project teams across the architecture, engineering, and construction ecosystem.
Together they explore:
• Why mass timber adoption is accelerating
• The real barriers slowing adoption in construction
• How insurance, financing, and building codes influence project decisions
• Why collaboration across project teams is critical
• How leaders can navigate change in the construction industry
This conversation offers practical insights for architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and construction leaders looking to understand the future of sustainable building and how mass timber is reshaping project delivery.
If you're curious about how leaders can build stronger relationships with change while driving innovation in construction, this episode is for you.
Guest
Conifer Advising helps accelerate the adoption of mass timber across real estate, design, and construction.
Led by Kristin Slavin, who brings over a decade of experience across development, architecture, construction, and prefabrication, the firm works with developers, institutions, manufacturers, and public agencies to reduce barriers and risk. Through strategic design guidance, industry connections, and market insight, Conifer helps teams deliver innovative, low-carbon buildings more efficiently.
Learn more:
https://www.coniferadvising.com/resources
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Connective Consulting Group
Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity.
Ryan Ware
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Connective Consulting Group
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