(Disclosure: Rose Law Group represents Meritage Homes.)
By Symone Strong | Builder
The latest episode of Zonda’s Inspirational Leadership with the Best in Home Building podcast—the first of 2026—features an interview with Phillippe Lord, CEO of Meritage Homes, the fifth largest builder on the Builder 100 list.
In the conversation with host Mollie Carmichael, Zonda principal of master plan and product insights, Lord reflects on the habits and principles that have shaped both his career and the company’s trajectory. From defining personal “non-negotiables” to embracing constant reinvention in home building, he outlines a leadership approach rooted in discipline, humility, and a clear focus on what matters most, both in business and in life.
Give the podcast a listen, but also find highlight questions and sneak-peek answers from the episode below:
What do you think the Meritage differentiator is?
