Building Purpose: Connecting AEC with Nonprofits - Steve Kuhn, ShareBuilt

Mar 3, 2026

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Steve Kuhn shares his journey and the founding of ShareBuilt, highlighting the differences between nonprofit and for-profit sectors in the AEC industry. He discusses the unique compliance and regulatory challenges faced by nonprofits and the importance of involving AEC partners early in projects. The conversation delves into the impact of purpose-driven work and addresses misconceptions about nonprofit construction. Steve emphasizes proactive strategies and how to measure success and ROI in nonprofit endeavors. Client stories illustrate ShareBuilt's impact, and Steve offers key advice and best practices for nonprofits.

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(0:00) Opening anecdotes with architects and nonprofits (1:09) Steve Kuhn's journey and the role of ShareBuilt (4:22) Nonprofit vs. for-profit business in AEC (7:14) Compliance and regulatory challenges for nonprofits (10:18) Early involvement of AEC partners in nonprofit projects (14:20) Impact of purpose-driven work in AEC (16:17) Misconceptions and proactive strategies in nonprofit construction (20:23) Measuring success and ROI in nonprofit projects (23:41) Client stories and showcasing ShareBuilt's impact (32:23) Key advice and best practices for nonprofits (37:09) ShareBuilt’s expansion and contact information (40:10) Sponsor: Closing remarks