The Building Up Podcast

Welcome to the BUILDING UP Podcast! This is a series of conversations and stories about experiences that have shaped us into the individuals we are today.The dialogue grows organically in richness and depth with our broad spectrum of guests such as business associates, industry partners, friends, family, and community members. We invite you to share with us your story and personal journey of life, business, and anything else in between.Hosted by Luke Woolsey, Founder & CEO of Woolsey Construction.

The Building Up Podcast is a business podcast hosted by buildingupwc, with 20 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #19

  Building Up #19 | Faith, Family & Starting Over: Mike Wilmers’ Story | Luke Woolsey & Mike Wilmers

  May 24, 20251h 32mS0

  <p>In this episode, I sit down with my father-in-law, Mike Wilmers—a retired real estate agent, devoted husband, father, “Papa,” and passionate golfer who’s discovering that retirement is anything but slow-paced. Mike shares how he and his wife Debbi stay active by supporting their widowed daughter and volunteering across the country in the wake of natural disasters. From losing everything in the 2003 Cedar Fires to navigating the ups and downs of life, Mike's story is one of resilience, service, and a deep-rooted faith in God.</p> <p>Follow Woolsey Construction:</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woolseyconstructionsd/ </p> <p>Fa...

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  Episode #18

  Building Up #18 | A Mother, Adventurer, & Quiet Force Behind It All | Luke Woolsey & Janis Woolsey

  May 9, 20251h 17mS0

  <p>In this episode, I’m joined by my mom, Janis Woolsey—one of the smartest, strongest, and most influential people in my life. Janis shares her incredible journey, from her humble beginnings in Massachusetts to starting a new life across the country in Santa Barbara. Her story is filled with courage, resilience, and heart—from being an only child to raising four kids, skydiving solo, and standing beside her husband, a Vietnam veteran turned banking executive. It’s an honor to share her story with you, and I know you’ll find it as inspiring as I do.</p> <p>Follow W...

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  Episode #17

  Building Up #17 | Vietnam Vet to Banking Executive: Faith Based Leadership | Greg Woolsey

  Apr 23, 20251h 43mS0

  <p>In this episode, Luke is joined by his father, Greg Woolsey, who shares how his journey from military service in Vietnam to a career in banking shaped his leadership philosophy. As a young gunnery expert, Greg was quickly promoted to oversee artillery operations—an experience that laid the groundwork for his disciplined and mission-focused approach to leadership. Later, while attending the Pacific Coast School of Banking, he became disillusioned with the lack of effective leadership in the industry. This inspired him to write a thesis on faith-based solutions to faulty leadership. Greg also shares a powerful analogy about communication, em...

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  Episode #16

  Building Up #16 | Part 2 - A CEO's Journey of Business Development | Luke Woolsey #entrepreneur #ceo

  Apr 17, 202538 minS0

  <p>In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Brizendine as we discuss Business Development and the evolution of my business development journey. From neighborhood rollerblade repair shop to successful CEO of a construction company.</p> <p>Follow Woolsey Construction:</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woolseyconstructionsd/ </p> <p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woolseyconstructionsd/ </p> <p>Website: https://www.woolseyconstructionsd.com/ </p> <p>Follow Woolsey Construction on YouTube:</p> <p>@woolseyconstructionsd</p> <p>Woolsey Construction, your design/build partner!</p> <p>✅ Transparent Processes</p> <p>✅ Expert Project Management</p> <p>✅ Quality Results</p> <p>#WoolseyConstructionSD #BuildingUpPodcast #architectsandiego #adusandiego #luxuryre...

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  Episode #15

  Building Up #15 | High School Dropout to a Successful Career Path | Luke Woolsey & Sarah Brizendine

  Apr 10, 20251h 16mS0

  <p>In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Brizendine as we discuss Business Development and the evolution of the journey and it's many turns.</p> <p>Follow Woolsey Construction:</p> <p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woolseyconstructionsd/ </p> <p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woolseyconstructionsd/ </p> <p>Website: https://www.woolseyconstructionsd.com/ </p> <p>Follow Woolsey Construction on YouTube:</p> <p>@woolseyconstructionsd</p> <p>Woolsey Construction, your design/build partner!</p> <p>✅ Transparent Processes</p> <p>✅ Expert Project Management</p> <p>✅ Quality Results</p> <p>#WoolseyConstructionSD #BuildingUpPodcast #architectsandiego #adusandiego #luxuryremodelsandiego #newhomessandiego #homebuildsandiego #projectmanager #project #leadership #ontopofit #builder #craftsman #sandiegobuilder #newconst...

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