In this episode, Yong Han, CEO and co-founder of OnSite, shares her journey from academia to startup founder, focusing on how construction tech is transforming field messaging and task management. Discover insights on product development, customer relationships, and the challenges of building user-friendly tools for on-site workers.

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Chapters

00:00 From Academia to Entrepreneurship: A Unique Journey

02:51 Navigating the Challenges of Startup Life

05:49 Building a User-Centric Product

09:00 Proud Moments and Customer Relationships

12:13 Onboarding and User Experience Challenges

15:08 Daily Life of a Startup Founder

17:52 The Right Time to Use OnSite

21:00 Rapid Fire Round and Closing Thoughts

💡Learn more about OnSite here: https://www.on-site.io/ 

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In this episode, Alfons Huber shares his journey from university physics student to founder of Reps, a company transforming roads into power plants. Discover the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned in pioneering energy harvesting technology that could revolutionize urban energy use.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Alfons Huber and Reps

03:51 Overcoming legal and corporate challenges in innovation

05:58 The importance of passion and authenticity in building a team

07:56 Reflections on what could have been done differently

12:00 How to navigate government sales and city partnerships

13:57 Technical overview of Reps' road energy harvesting system

15:56 Installation, maintenance, and scaling of the technology

18:02 Next steps for Reps and how to support their mission

20:02 Insights on operating in government and complex sales cycles

22:00 Rapid fire questions: personal favorites and future travel

23:54 Closing remarks and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

💡 Learn more about Reps here: https://www.reps.energy/ 

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In this episode, Jake Rudin shares his inspiring journey from architecture student to Co-founder of Out of Architecture, exploring career transitions, industry insights, and how architects can leverage their skills in tech and beyond.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and guest introduction

01:12 Educational journey at Cornell and GSD

03:06 Exploring digital fabrication and design tech

06:20 Transition to innovation and tech roles

08:23 Founding Out of Architecture and community impact

10:20 Overcoming self-doubt and industry challenges

15:38 Mindset shifts for architects moving into tech

21:00 How to collaborate with Out of Architecture

24:40 Building a successful business in AEC

31:30 Rapid fire questions and personal insights

34:23 Final thoughts on architecture’s impact and future

💡Learn more about Out of Architecture here: https://www.outofarchitecture.com/ 

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In this episode, Noa Ouziel, co-founder of Arbel AI, shares her inspiring journey from Intel to startup success, highlighting lessons learned, building a construction tech company, and insights on fundraising, culture, and innovation.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and guest background

00:41 Noa's career journey before Arbel AI

02:24 How Intel incubator led to founding Arbel AI

05:16 Early days and market validation for Arbel AI

07:28 Learning construction and product design insights

10:23 Fundraising lessons and relationship building

12:17 A week in Noa's life and work-life balance

15:42 Target projects and ideal clients for Arbel AI

18:19 Rapid fire questions and personal favorites

20:31 Vision for increasing tech adoption in construction

💡Learn more about Arbel AI here: https://www.arbel.ai/ 

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In this insightful interview, Jake Jurewicz, co-founder and CEO of Blue Energy, shares his journey from nuclear engineering at MIT to leading innovative nuclear projects aimed at transforming energy production. Discover how his background, challenges faced, and technological innovations are shaping the future of sustainable energy, especially in the context of AI's growing power demands.

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Chapters

00:00 Journey to Blue Energy: A Passion for Nuclear Power

04:58 Challenges and Lessons Learned in Entrepreneurship

10:16 Ethical Dilemmas in Technology and Energy

17:23 The Future of Energy Consumption and AI

22:43 Innovations in Nuclear Plant Construction

27:18 Advice for Energy and Climate Founders

💡Learn more about Blue Energy here: https://blueenergy.co/ 

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Arman Gukasyan, founder and CEO of Revizto, shares his 17-year journey in transforming construction industry workflows through innovative software solutions. Discover insights on industry challenges, product development, building industry relationships, and future trends.

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Chapters

00:00 The Genesis of Revizto

06:38 Navigating the Early Challenges

11:27 Tough Choices and Product Development

17:08 Building Relationships in AEC

19:34 Technical Challenges and Architectural Decisions

22:17 Hiring and Talent Acquisition

24:51 Platform vs. Ecosystem in AEC Software

27:02 Go-to-Market Strategies for Construction Founders

💡Learn more about Revizto here: https://revizto.com/

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In this insightful interview, Antonia Soler, VP of Marketing at Fieldwire and head of Hilti Ventures, shares her career journey from engineering to venture capital, her approach to innovation in construction tech, and advice for startups entering the industry. Discover how her diverse experiences and strategic insights can guide construction startups from prototype to product-market fit.

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Chapters

00:00 Antonia Soler's Career Journey

02:43 Navigating Opportunities and Challenges

05:11 The Dynamics of a Week in Marketing

07:31 Investment Strategies in Construction Tech

10:07 Sales and Marketing in Construction Tech

12:36 Masterclass in Startup Growth

14:48 Common Pitfalls for Construction Startups

17:08 Women in Construction Tech Initiative

19:43 Global Networking and Community Building

21:44 Future Initiatives in Construction

24:18 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement

💡Learn more about Fieldwire here: https://www.fieldwire.com/ 

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Franco Giaquinto, CEO of Outbuild, shares insights on construction tech, industry challenges, and future trends. Discover how to build trust, focus on value, and navigate the complex landscape of construction innovation.

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Chapters

00:00 The Birth of Outbuild

04:03 Overcoming Early Challenges

08:14 Building a Strong Team Culture

12:19 Go-to-Market Strategies and Lessons Learned

16:40 Common Pitfalls in Construction Tech Startups

20:52 The Long Game in Construction Tech

23:18 The Journey of Founders: No Shortcuts

25:42 Sharing Knowledge: Supporting New Founders

27:49 The Importance of Humility in Founding

29:36 Filtering Voices: Who Gets the Mic?

32:27 The Value of Real Conversations

33:59 The Reality of Building Great Products

37:24 Future of Construction Tech: Predictions for 2030

💡Learn more about Outbuild here: https://www.outbuild.com/ 

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In this insightful interview, Quinn Small, Founder & CEO at Driive, shares her journey from early career in window coverings to leading a tech-driven scheduling platform for home services. Discover how her innovative approach leverages AI and automation to transform industry practices, improve efficiency, and boost revenue.

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00:00 The Journey Begins: From Childhood to Entrepreneurship

02:33 Identifying the Problem: The Birth of Driive

04:13 Building the Prototype: Early Days of Development

06:45 Customer Feedback: Understanding Market Needs

09:09 Navigating Scheduling Challenges: The Art and Science

12:00 AI and Automation: The Future of Scheduling

22:22 Rapid Fire Round: Personal Insights and Advice

💡Learn more about Driive here: https://getdriive.com/ 

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Clive Jordan, Co-founder & CEO of Plannerly, shares insights from his 30-year career in the AEC industry, focusing on BIM management, industry challenges, and startup lessons. Discover how he navigated industry resistance, built a collaborative platform, and the importance of trust and simplicity in digital transformation.

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Chapters

00:00 Clive Jordan's Industry Background and Achievements

02:03 How Technology Can Be 'Evil' in Construction

04:44 First 90 Days of Building Plannerly

07:40 Early Industry Feedback and Problem Recognition

09:39 Translating Industry Needs into Product Features

11:31 The Power of Simplicity in Software Design

14:50 Positioning Plannerly as a Management Platform

18:12 Automating Workflow and Document Management

22:06 Iterative Development and Customer Feedback

25:40 Building Trust and Demonstrating Value

28:21 Advice to Younger Self and Future Entrepreneurs

💡Learn more about Plannerly here: https://plannerly.com/ 

📞 If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link : 

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