In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP and Jeff explore a vital but often misunderstood role in today's C-suite: the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO). As the corporate landscape evolves, sustainability leadership is increasingly becoming strategic rather than just regulatory. KP shares why today's CSOs must transcend traditional compliance roles, mastering cross-functional expertise from finance to marketing to operations if they want to drive real enterprise value—and perhaps one day, rise to the role of CEO.

Jeff and KP also reflect on the pressures CSOs face, the growing importance of business resiliency, and how sustainability intersects with corporate performance metrics. Plus, a sneak peek at future guests and exciting events on the horizon for KP Unpacked!

Tune in to understand how sustainability can shape the future of your business strategy.

💡 Upcoming Event:
Join KP in Phoenix on February 25th for a One-Day Mastermind Event, connecting innovation leaders, founders, and VCs to tackle the future of AEC. Learn more HERE!

Startups are living organisms, constantly regenerating and evolving—much like human cells. In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP Reddy dives into the parallels between biology and business, sharing insights inspired by his recent LinkedIn post. Together with Jeff, they discuss how startups must continually adapt, refine teams, and restructure priorities to thrive in a fast-paced world.

Key takeaways include:

• Why startups must embrace "refactoring" of teams and talent.
• How leadership priorities shift as businesses scale.
• The importance of recognizing and addressing startup fatigue.

Plus, hear KP’s thoughts on how AEC firms can apply these lessons to remain agile and innovative in a competitive industry.

Don’t miss out—tune in now and discover how to ensure your startup or firm doesn’t just survive but thrives in today’s ever-changing landscape.

💡 Upcoming Event:
Join KP in Phoenix on February 25th for a One-Day Mastermind Event, connecting innovation leaders, founders, and VCs to tackle the future of AEC. Learn more HERE!

In this episode of KP Unpacked, tune in as Jeff and KP explore:

• Why many architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms remain stuck in hourly billing
• The hidden costs of commodity-based pricing and how it penalizes efficiency
• How real value is created by the outcomes you deliver, not the hours you spend
• The mindset shift needed to de-commoditize your services
• Insights into new business models—from value-based pricing to equity partnerships

They also share some lighthearted moments about moving from city to city and planning an upcoming Mastermind event in Phoenix on February 25th, where industry leaders, innovators, and tech founders will gather for a one-day deep dive into AEC disruption and innovation.

Interested in joining the conversation in Phoenix?
Visit https://kpreddy.co/events to learn more or apply to attend. If you’re looking at a foot of snow outside your window, a warm day in Arizona might be just the ticket!