On The Surface with Delta
Delta Companies Inc.
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About This Podcast
On The Surface is the go-to podcast for leaders, innovators, and professionals in the world of construction and materials. Each episode dives deep into the strategies, stories, and insights that drive success in the industry—covering everything from business development and operational leadership to fostering team growth and cultivating a winning culture. Join us as we explore the people and processes that shape the built environment, featuring conversations with experts, thought leaders, and trailblazers who are transforming the way we design, build, and lead. Whether you’re a construction executive, materials specialist, or aspiring industry leader, On The Surface delivers the knowledge and inspiration you need to elevate your career and your business.
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Opportunity, Leadership, and the Long Game with Derrick Schatte
In this episode of On the Surface, we sit down with Derrick Schatte, Delta’s Paving Superintendent for Missouri, to trace an unconventional path from a thousand-acre farm to leading crews and…
Lessons From Every Level: Zach Green’s Path to Executive Leadership
On this week’s On the Surface, Seth Stevens and Brad Marotti talk with Zach Green, Executive Vice President of Colas Inc., about his career journey and the leadership lessons he learned along the…
Inside the Asphalt Plant: Breakdowns, Safety, and the Foreman’s Reality
On this week’s On the Surface, host Seth Stevens and co-host Brad Marotti welcome two of Delta’s most experienced plant leaders, Andy West and Don Brumley, for an inside look at what it really takes…
A Day in the Life of a Plant Foreman with Andy West and Don Brumley
On this week’s On the Surface, host Seth Stevens sits down with two longtime leaders in Delta’s asphalt operations. Andy West, HMA Manager over all eight Delta asphalt plants, and Don Brumley, Plant…
People, Planning and Production: Inside the Paving Foreman Role
On this week’s On the Surface, host Seth Stevens and co-host Brad Marotti welcome Shane Moody, Paving Superintendent at Delta, for an inside look at what it really takes to lead a paving crew and…
Snow Day Special
School’s out, schedules are on pause, and we’re breaking from our usual programming for something a little different. Thanks to snow days at home, this episode flips the script and hands the…
How GPS & AI Are Rewriting the Paving Playbook
On this week’s On the Surface, host Seth Stevens and co-hosts Brad Marotti and Jordan Janet welcome back Patrick Lemley, Construction Technologies Manager at Delta, for a deep dive into how paving…
A Project Manager's Playbook: Schedules, Change Orders, and Traffic Swaps
In this episode of On the Surface, we unpack what project managers actually do—from planning and coordinating crews and subs to managing schedules, change orders, and milestones like traffic swaps.…
Revenue Isn’t Cash: The Lifecycle of Money in Business
In this On The Surface conversation, Seth Stevens and Jordan Janet break down the one metric that keeps every business alive: cash. Using plain‑spoken examples—from quarry rock to multi‑month…
Step Up Without Stumbling: How to Succeed in Role Transitions
In this episode of On The Surface, hosts Seth Stevens and Jordan Janet dig into what it takes to transition roles successfully. Drawing on recent role changes and real-world examples, they unpack why…
The Challenges and Vision of a Regional Manager
What does it take to lead more than 100 people, manage complex operations, and shape the future of a construction division? In this episode of On the Surface, Seth Stevens and Jordan Janet talk with…
From Jobsite to Strategy: The Role of an Operations Manager in Construction
Running a successful construction operation takes more than managing projects—it requires vision, strategy, and relentless focus on efficiency. In this episode of On the Surface, Seth Stevens and…
Beyond Hiring and Firing: The Strategic Side of HR
HR isn’t just paperwork—it’s a strategic driver of business success. In this episode of On the Surface, Seth Stevens and Jordan Janet talk with Taylor Kirn, HR Business Partner, about how modern HR…
Selling Beyond Price: Building Trust and Value in Commercial Sales
What does it take to lead a sales team in a competitive, relationship-driven industry? In this episode of On the Surface, Seth Stevens and Jordan Janet sit down with Bryan Spach, Director of Sales at…
Rebranding for the Future: Why Delta Changed and What’s Next
Change isn’t easy—but it’s essential. In this episode of On the Surface, Seth Stevens, Brad Marotti, and Jordan Janet unpack the big moves Delta made in 2025: a major rebrand and a complete…
Building Roads & Building History: Delta’s 100-Year Journey and Industry Insights
Ever wondered what “heavy highway construction” really means—or how Delta grew from paving city streets in 1923 to becoming part of a global network? In this episode of On the Surface, Seth Stevens,…
From Internships to Leadership — Our Unexpected Paths at Delta
Ever wonder how careers in heavy construction really unfold? In this episode of On the Surface, hosts Seth Stevens, Brad Marotti, and Jordan Janet share their personal journeys—from broke college…
Why We Hit “Record” — The Story Behind On The Surface
Ever wondered why a heavy construction and materials company would start a podcast? In this debut episode, hosts Seth Stevens, Brad Marotti, and Jordan Janet pull back the curtain on the idea that…
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On The Surface with Delta has published 18 episodes since November 2025, covering topics in Business, Education.
On The Surface with Delta is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 38m.
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