Episode 16 Ian MacFayden

Ian MacFayden—Canadian Red Seal carpenter turned COO of HummingBird Hill Homes—joins the podcast!
We dive into the evolution of the trades, from where we started to where things stand today. Ian shares insights on attracting and retaining top talent as your projects scale and your team needs grow. High performance isn’t just about house wraps—it’s about understanding the materials and systems that will outlast the families living in these homes. We get into how to integrate sustainability, Passive House, Net Zero, WELL AP, and carbon-conscious design into your everyday building practices. Then we shift to the craft itself—and what’s missing in the handoff between generations. Why is there still a gap between young talent and seasoned builders? Ian’s answer: Projekt Network—a new platform bridging that gap, like a ZipRecruiter built for residential construction. Great conversation, real insight—and a ton to take away. Hope you enjoy it! The RED List: https://living-future.org/ Project Size: 15-18 Builds Yearly Revenue: $40-50mil Company size: 60+ employees Ep. 16 Guest: @HummingbirdHillhomes @timbersolutions_hh @projektnetwork Hummingbirdhillhomes.com projektnetwork.com Listen • Subscribe • Review @apple @spotify Sponsors: www.durationmillwork.com  @durationmouldingandmillwork  www.heavydutypocketdoorframes.com  @hdpocketdoors Local Sponsor: www.hiresmooth.com for all your spray foam needs! @HireSmooth