The Bowens’ Journey in the Construction Industry

In this special live episode, the Build Insite Podcast team sits down with Andy Bowen, Director at Bowens, and Luke McEnany, Head of Sales, to unpack how a 131-year-old family-owned company is staying competitive in an ever-evolving construction industry.

From Andy’s transition from finance into the family business to Luke’s insights on digital transformation, this episode is a must-listen for builders and business owners alike. The conversation explores Bowens’ journey of modernization, e-commerce innovation, and introducing sustainable building solutions—all while fiercely protecting their independence and culture.

Discover how Bowens continues to evolve with the industry, support their staff, and inspire builders through initiatives like Bowens TV, training programs, and their immersive Circa Showroom experience.

00:00 – Introduction
00:48 – Meet Andy and Luke
01:41 – Challenges and successes of modernizing a family business
04:21 – Andy Bowen's journey
06:17 – Balancing independence with growth
09:49 – Marketing and e-commerce innovations at Bowens
17:16 – Sustainability and product innovation
20:05 – From timber framing to high-performance building
21:05 – Navigating industry challenges and opportunities
23:04 – Training, upskilling, and building Innovation
25:03 – Company culture: the backbone of Bowens
29:06 – Inside the Circa Showroom
31:09 – Personal reflections and future aspirations
35:41 – Rapid fire questions and final thoughts

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