Activating Curiosity™ | Leading Change in the Construction Industry

Activating Curiosity™ | Leading Change in the Construction Industry is the podcast for forward-thinking AEC and construction leaders who want to elevate their leadership in change management, strengthen construction leadership development, and navigate change management in construction with clarity, connection, and confidence.

Hosted by Ryan Ware — AEC industry coach, keynote speaker, and founder of Connective Consulting Group and Connective Coaching — the show dives into conversations with innovators and industry shapers around one powerful question:

What’s the most important problem you’re trying to solve — and why?

Each episode uncovers real stories, hidden challenges, and practical tools to help you lead through change, build psychologically safe teams, and respond with agility in an industry transforming faster than ever.

New guest episodes drop twice per month, along with bonus insights designed to help you activate curiosity in your leadership immediately.

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Guest

Ed DeAngelis

Ed DeAngelis is a construction executive and thought leader in human-centered leadership and organizational culture. As Founder and CEO of EDA Contractors, he has spent more than 25 years building a people-first company known for innovative exterior envelope solutions and strong workplace culture.

Ed is a leading advocate for “Humanity as a Strategy,” a leadership philosophy that integrates emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and trust as drivers of business performance and sustainable growth.

He serves on the boards of the Associated Construction Contractors of New Jersey, General Building Contractors Association, Roofing Contractors Association, Make-A-Wish Philadelphia, Delaware & Susquehanna Valley, and Turning Points for Children.

Ed’s leadership has earned recognition as one of Philadelphia’s Titan 100 CEOs (2025) and one of the Philadelphia Business Journal’s Most Admired CEOs (2024).

https://info.edacontractors.com/ed-deangelis

Guest appearance on:

Human-Centered Construction Leadership: Moving Beyond the Industry’s Toughness Culture