Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! Live from the Association of Texas College and University Facilities Professionals (TCUF) conference in Houston, host Danny Zimmermann, PE, is joined by Anthony Medina, Principal of Business Development at Cleary Zimmermann Engineers, and Joyce Watson, CPSM, Principal of Marketing at Cleary Zimmermann Engineers. Danny also sits down with higher education leaders Michael Campbell, CCM, Assistant Director for the Texas A&M University System; Nichole M. Bekken, RA, RID, PMP, Senior Manager of Facilities Standards & Quality Assurance at Baylor University; and Rob Lamberson, Vice President at Project Control. Together, they discuss new opportunities for institutions, key takeaways from the conference, and more. Learn more at https://clearyzimmermann.com/

Danny Zimmermann, PE
CFO | Executive Principal
Cleary Zimmermann Engineers

Joyce Watson, CPSM
Principal | Marketing
Cleary Zimmermann Engineers

Anthony Medina
Principal | Business Development
Cleary Zimmermann Engineers

Michael Campbell, CCM
Assistant Director
Texas A&M University System

Nichole M. Bekken, RA, RID, PMP
Senior Manager of Facilities Standards & Quality Assurance
Baylor University

Rob Lamberson
Vice President
Project Control

Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! 2026 marks a milestone for Cleary Zimmermann Engineers as it celebrates its twentieth anniversary. In this episode, Danny Zimmermann, PE, interviews Wade Cleary, PE, LEED AP, CxA, CEO, Managing Principal, and Co-founder of CZ. They reflect on the firm’s beginnings, challenges overcome, and the passion that continues to drive CZ.

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Wade Cleary, PE, LEED AP, CxA
CEO | Managing Principal
Cleary Zimmermann Engineers

Wade Cleary, PE, LEED AP, CxA serves as CEO and Managing Principal for Cleary Zimmermann Engineers. Over the course of his career, Wade has served as a role model for the engineering staff and has become an industry leader across Texas.

Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! As AI advances, so do cybersecurity threats, now posing significant business risks. In this episode, Danny talks with Lee Carsten, Founder & CEO of Whitecap Risk Advisors, about emerging cyber threats facing A/E/C firms.

Lee Carsten
Founder & CEO
Whitecap Risk Advisors

Lee Carsten is the Founder and CEO of Whitecap Risk Advisors, a cybersecurity and AI risk advisory firm focused exclusively on the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. He brings more than 20 years of experience, including time as a Vice President in Aon's Cyber Solutions group, and is a Fellow of the Information Systems Security Association, a designation held by fewer than 2% of members globally. Today he works directly with AEC firms to translate technology risk into terms their leadership teams can act on.

Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! Danny Zimmermann, PE, is joined by Steven Marrone of Benjamin, Vana, Martinez & Cano, LLP, to discuss his history as an architect-turned-attorney, errors & omissions, the role of insurance in the design & construction process, and much more. Learn more at https://clearyzimmermann.com/

Steven Marrone, Attorney
Benjamin, Vana, Martinez & Cano, LLP
Steven Marrone, Attorney for Benjamin, Vana, Martinez & Cano, LLP, represents design professionals in litigation, whether in court or arbitration, providing counsel on transactional matters and contract formation, and assisting clients with risk-management best-practice seminars to reduce potential exposure through improved project management and delivery practices. Steven is also a professor at the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice.

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Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! Danny Zimmermann, PE, is joined by Maggie Seay, CPSM of Emerald Fox Marketing & Consulting, and Anthony Medina of Cleary Zimmermann Engineers to discuss business development in an industry that thrives on relationships. Learn more at https://clearyzimmermann.com/ & https://www.emeraldfoxmarketing.com/

Maggie Seay, CPSM
CEO & Co-Founder
Emerald Fox Marketing & Consulting

Maggie Seay, CPSM, is the CEO and co-founder of Emerald Fox Marketing, a strategic consulting firm dedicated to building better brands and creating visionary strategies that help companies excel. With over 20 years of experience in the professional services industry, she combines leadership advising, business development coaching, and strategic planning to drive organizational success. Her expertise also extends to skill training and presentation coaching, empowering professionals to enhance their market presence and achieve their goals.

Anthony Medina
Principal | Business Development
Cleary Zimmermann Engineers

Anthony Medina is the Principal of Business Development for Cleary Zimmermann Engineers. He is a skilled and energetic relationship builder with over 20 years of business development experience and a proven ability to build connections, secure commitments, establish rapport, and earn trust with diverse stakeholders to meet strategic goals. Anthony has shown he can adapt to a fast-paced environment and strives to form authentic professional and personal relationships with the people he encounters.

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Welcome to Up in the Air with CZ! Danny Zimmermann, PE, is joined by Joyce Watson, CPSM, as the two discuss the origins of the podcast, local development, Joyce's journey to Texas, and what it takes to build a successful Marketing department. Learn more at https://clearyzimmermann.com/