Shane Solomon: An Architect's Guide to Success | The Rise of Winnipeg's Maverick Architecture Firm
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Is there an Architect's guide to success? Now there is.
Meet Shane Solomon, President and Founder of Republic Architecture Inc. In this long-awaited conversation, we dive deep into the world of architecture as Shane shares his unique journey that lead him to found a leading multidisciplinary design firm in Winnipeg: Republic Architecture.
Republic Architecture takes on diverse and innovative projects, from builds high in the arctic to remote Atlantic lighthouses and advanced scientific facilities. Shane shares his firm's design philosophy, the evolution and growth of his company, and importance of mentoring within the industry.
This episode of Winning in Winnipeg is jam-packed with insights into the architectural industry, entrepreneurial spirit, and the real-life challenges and triumphs in building a successful firm.
Interested in architecture, design, management or anything leadership? This is the conversation for you.
Enjoy the conversation!
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// CHAPTERS //
00:00:00 Our Design Philosophy
00:00:40 Introducing Shane Solomon
00:04:56 Personal Background
00:09:30 Previous Jobs
00:10:25 History as an Entrepreneur
00:11:41 Beginnings of Republic Architecture
00:18:12 The Evolution of Republic Architecture
00:21:14 How We Treat Employees
00:23:28 Common Misconceptions About Architects
00:27:00 Starting VS Operating
00:30:57 Biggest Return on Efforts
00:36:58 Strategy For Getting Clients
00:44:12 Based out of Winnipeg
00:47:34 Love & Hate about Winnipeg
00:52:45 Work/Life Balance & Routine
00:56:12 Biggest Influences
01:00:14 Advice To Young People
01:04:02 Hobbies
01:10:09 Wrapping Up
\\ GUEST LINKS \\
Republic Architecture: https://republicarchitecture.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/republicarchitectureinc/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1350523
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\\ EMMETT LEO HOMES \\
Dan Nagy is the founder of Emmett Leo Homes, a luxury custom home-building company in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He is also the face of @EmmettLeoHomes YouTube, where he shares insights into everything custom home building to empower viewers to be more equipped to tackle their own projects.
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