
Welcome to The K-Factor, the podcast that brings you inside the world of fire protection. Hosted by industry experts Josh McDonald, Eric Andresen, & Hayden Stoll. This show dives into all aspects of the fire protection industry—from groundbreaking technologies and best practices to career insights and industry trends. From NFPA codes and standards to helping you build your career.
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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 47 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Recorded live from the NFPA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas, this episode of The K-Factor Podcast features Shawn Mahoney, Senior Engineer, Technical Services at the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
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What does it really take to succeed in sales? Devin O’Leary from Johnson Controls joins the K-Factor Podcast to talk about the mindset, personality traits, and people skills behind top-performing sales professionals in the fire prot... more
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John Denhardt joins the K-Factor Podcast to clear up common misconceptions surrounding NFPA 20 fire pumps. From pump curves and pressure requirements to installation mistakes and standards interpretation, this episode delivers pract... more
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What does it take to build a successful career in the fire protection industry? In this episode, Emily Biernacki Wrenn of Fire Tech Systems shares her journey into the world of fire protection, the lessons she's learned along the wa... more
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Michael Newell from Belvedere Fire & Safety joins the K-Factor Podcast to discuss entrepreneurship, business growth, and how basic AI tools are transforming the fire protection industry. From using AI for marketing, website developm... more
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Get to know Jalyn Hopkins and Shakira Staten, Training Coordinators for AFSA’s VIP Apprenticeship Program (Virtual Instruction Program). In this episode of the K-Factor Podcast, we explore how the program is developing the next gene... more
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Discover the path from field helper to supervisor in the fire protection industry. In this episode of the K-Factor podcast, Quenton Dukes of VSC Fire & Security discusses the critical role of AFSA training, the technical differences... more
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Enhance your fire protection expertise in this episode of the K-Factor Podcast 🎙️ featuring Adolfo Wurts from Arbiter. We dive into the science of measurement—metrology 📏—and why it plays a critical role in fire sprinkler systems,... more
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The show concentrates on the fire protection industry, blending practical field experience with codes, standards, and technology. Episodes frequently center on NFPA codes (especially NFPA 13, NFPA 25) and related testing, design, and maintenance topics, while also exploring hands-on training, mentorship, and career development. Guests range from engineers and sales leaders to trainers and students, with recurrent discussion about data-center or high-hazard environments, battery hazards, BIM and design tooling, and the evolving role of inspectors and technicians. The format often weaves real-world anecdotes with practical guidance for engineers, installers, and managers, making it a useful resource for staying current on standards, implement... more
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Recent guests on The K-Factor Podcast include:
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