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Colorado Business Podcast (formerly COS Business Podcast) Elevating the Colorado business scene one episode at a time.

15/05/2026

Scott Bryan started Bryan Construction in 1995 with five people, a spare bedroom, and everything on the line. Today, Bryan Construction has grown into one of Colorado’s most respected construction companies, with projects spanning commercial work, federal contracts, defense related facilities, international projects, and major developments across Colorado Springs and beyond.

In this episode of the Colorado Business Podcast, Scott Bryan shares the story behind building Bryan Construction, growing through the challenges of the construction industry, choosing the right people, expanding into federal and international work, and eventually creating an employee owned company through an ESOP.

Scott also talks about what it really takes to build a lasting company, why culture matters more than most people realize, how construction has changed over the last 30 years, and why starting a construction company today would be much harder than it was in the 1990s.

This conversation is packed with lessons on entrepreneurship, leadership, hiring, company culture, risk, succession planning, and building a business that can outlast its founder.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:56 Growing up in Colorado Springs
3:50 From subcontractor to general contractor
4:36 Starting Bryan Construction in 1995
6:18 The people behind the company culture
8:15 Building vision and bonding capacity
11:43 Picking the right people
13:40 Expanding into international projects
18:45 Federal work and global construction
19:18 Building a diverse construction company
22:40 Space Command, defense work, and Colorado Springs growth
23:40 Why Scott stayed in Colorado Springs
25:36 How construction has changed over 30 years
29:41 Could he start over today?
31:45 Family, risk, and entrepreneurship
35:25 Marriage, support, and work life balance
37:35 Why Scott still loves the work
39:34 AI and the future of construction
42:59 Why Bryan Construction became employee owned
46:53 Legacy and succession
49:41 Scott’s favorite project
57:29 Advice for young entrepreneurs
1:00:35 Final thoughts

Guest: Scott Bryan, Founder of Bryan Construction
Podcast: Colorado Business Podcast

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Scott Bryan started Bryan Construction in 1995 with five people, a spare bedroom, and everything on the line. Today, the...
14/05/2026

Scott Bryan started Bryan Construction in 1995 with five people, a spare bedroom, and everything on the line. Today, the company has grown into one of Colorado’s most respected construction firms.

In this episode, Scott shares the lessons, risks, people, and decisions that helped build a company designed to last.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/3radP_AWxgY

07/05/2026

What does it actually take to make commercial buildings more energy efficient, more sustainable, and ready for the future?

In this episode of the Colorado Business Podcast, we sit down with Christopher Morales, owner of Bright Leaf Energy, to talk about energy efficiency, decarbonization, commercial building strategy, and the future of sustainability in Colorado.

Christopher shares his journey from growing up in England to moving to Colorado as a teenager, becoming a licensed engineer, and eventually starting BrightLeaf Energy. We also dive into what decarbonization actually means, how Colorado building owners are navigating energy targets, and why many businesses know they need to make changes but do not always know where to start.

This conversation is a great listen for business owners, commercial real estate professionals, facility managers, engineers, sustainability leaders, and anyone interested in the future of energy in Colorado.

New episode with Christopher Morales, owner of Bright Leaf Energy.We talk about commercial building efficiency, decarbon...
07/05/2026

New episode with Christopher Morales, owner of Bright Leaf Energy.

We talk about commercial building efficiency, decarbonization, Colorado energy goals, and what business owners need to understand as buildings become smarter, cleaner, and more cost conscious.

Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/xN7lSGATVWE

05/05/2026

Is there ONE person you know in the business community who hasn't been on our show yet? 🤔

What a blast at the Kick-Ass Film Festival down in Pueblo, Colorado, this past Sunday, and got to celebrate. Creators wh...
04/05/2026

What a blast at the Kick-Ass Film Festival down in Pueblo, Colorado, this past Sunday, and got to celebrate. Creators who had to get a topic, genre, and prop and, within 72 hours, create a film and edit it and submit it for the festival. Super awesome, fun, creative folks building beautiful things is a perfect end cap to the weekend.

04/05/2026

What business owner deserves a massive shoutout? 👀

30/04/2026

Welcome to the Colorado Business Podcast! In this episode, Alejandro, the visionary behind Clever Landscaping, shares his incredible journey of arriving in the United States with nothing and building a massive landscaping enterprise in Denver. The conversation dives deep into the harsh realities of business costs, the resilience required to overcome $9,000 in credit card debt during the pandemic, and what it truly takes to succeed as an entrepreneur from the ground up. Whether you are looking for tactical advice on scaling a service business or just want to hear an inspiring story of pure grit and determination, this episode delivers. Subscribe for more interviews with top local business leaders!

We are back with another incredible story on the Colorado Business Podcast. Today Chris and I sit down with Alejandro fr...
30/04/2026

We are back with another incredible story on the Colorado Business Podcast. Today Chris and I sit down with Alejandro from Clever Landscaping. He arrived in Denver with a bus ticket and a relentless drive to succeed. From navigating heavy credit card debt to building a massive landscaping enterprise, his journey is a masterclass in hustle and resilience. If you want real advice on scaling a company and pushing through hard times, you need to hear this one. Check out the full episode now on YouTube or wherever you listen.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/_c1CNae9Vaw

26/04/2026

For our guest, staying connected to the military is deeply personal. It's a way to honor his father, who was tragically lost in an aircraft accident at a young age. This connection fuels his efforts to support and elevate those in service, from grassroots tailgates to facilitating essential transit systems.

23/04/2026

Welcome back to the Colorado Business Podcast. In this episode we sit down with Michael Simler, a former major crimes detective who is completely revolutionizing transportation at Fort Carson. Michael shares how he transitioned from taking down international cartels to launching the Carson Connector, a massive microtransit network that scaled to over 400,000 riders in just 18 months.

We dive deep into the concept of extreme ownership, the complex logistical challenges of military funding, and the deeply personal legacy of service that drives his mission every single day. This conversation is a masterclass in leadership, carrying a heavy burden, and solving high stakes problems.
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