Join us for an exclusive insider look at AO Venture Capital, Europe's largest built-world VC firm with direct access to $40 Billion in real estate.

In this episode, we sit down with AO’s founder Gregory Dewerpe, as he reveals the genesis of AO, their unique approach to investing in new construction technology, and the key factors that drive success in this space. If you're a startup, a venture capitalist, or a business owner – this episode is a must-listen. 

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:02:17) Intro

(00:02:17-00:10:17) About A/O

(00:10:17-00:12:35) How To Raise Funds In The Beginning

(00:12:35-00:16:44) Key Lessons Leant While Building A/O

(00:16:44-00:20:47) Definition of Built World According To Gregory

(00:20:47-00:30:10) Opportunities In Built World

(00:30:10-00:32:50) Questions VCs Ask To Founders

(00:32:50-00:39:34) What Makes One Retrofit Company Stand Over Another

(00:39:34-00:44:53) Thoughts Behind Investing In SPAN

(00:44:53-00:47:25) Thoughts Behind Investing In ENTER

(00:47:25-00:56:26) Labor Shortage In Construction

(00:56:26-00:59:53) Profitability Of Startups In Construction

(00:59:53-01:06:54) Process Followed In A/O While Raising Funds

(01:06:54-01:09:14) Differences In Startup Founders in Europe vs US

(01:09:14-01:09:58) Outro

Construction is not looking  for innovation. It’s solutions like this they’re chasing with millions. 

Join us for an exciting episode with Todd Wynne, Co-Founder of Project Atlas and the Chief Innovation Officer at Rogers O'Brien Construction – as he reveals the secrets behind success in construction innovation. Get a clear picture and see why some construction innovations work while most do not. This is a pivotal episode for innovators, venture capitalists, and construction business owners. 

Join Wynne as he takes us through his entrepreneurial journey with Project Atlas, a mapping technology acquired by Bluebeam in 2018 after years of passion, perseverance and pitfalls. Discover what companies like Autodesk and Procore are looking for when considering acquisitions – and why innovation needs a framework to be successful in construction. 

Key takeaways:

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:02:15) Intro

(00:02:15-00:06:41) About Project Atlas

(00:06:41-00:08:03) How Todd Found His Co-Founder

(00:08:03-00:23:18) Defining Innovation And Steps To Implement It

(00:23:18-00:34:40) Todd's OPTIMA Framework

(00:34:40-00:44:05) Questions To Be Asked Before Making A Big Decision

(00:44:05-00:51:18) How To Tackle Cost While Implementing Technology In Construction

(00:51:18-00:54:40) Head Count vs Revenue

(00:54:40-01:05:27) Story Behind Project Atlas

(01:05:27-01:11:34) Keep Building vs Selling

(01:11:34-01:12:39) Outro

In this conversation, Owen, Martin, and Shub discuss the Australian company Matrak, which focuses on supply chain management in the construction industry. They explore the implications of the company's recent expansion into China and the challenges of doing business in the Chinese market. They also compare Matrak to InfraMarket, a similar company in India, and discuss their different approaches and business models. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion about favorite British cuisines.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Unfortunate News

00:43 Discussion on Matrak and Supply Chain Management

08:55 Western Startups Expanding into China

09:36 Matrak and InfraMarket: Different Approaches

13:10 Matrak's Integrated Visibility System

20:21 Favorite British Cuisines

How do you find the most promising startups in construction tech? 

Join us for a breathtaking episode as we sit down with Wall Street mastermind Lisa Giuffra Diaz - Founder of Turf Advisory. She bought her first stocks when she was just 14 - and when she missed her train at Grand Central, she found her millions.  

Listen to this ex-Goldman Sachs powerhouse, as she reveals the roadmap to construction’s investment-oasis. From Wall Street boardrooms to construction sites, Lisa shares her path to identifying construction-tech winners – and separating wheat from the chaff. Find out how she targets the most promising ventures, tackles industry challenges, and learns from her missteps.  

This is a bookmark episode for all tech startups, VCs, and business owners in the construction world. 

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:02:44) Intro

(00:02:37-00:12:30) Why Lisa Choose Construction

(00:12:30-00:19:00) What Makes Construction Different From Other Sectors

(00:19:00-00:21:15) How To Recognize A Bad Investment

(00:21:15-00:24:07) About Turf Advisory

(00:24:07-00:34:58) Tips To Improve Annual Recurring Revenue

(00:34:58-00:40:31) Impact Of Business Cycles For Startups

(00:40:31-00:45:10) Worst Investment Decision Made By Lisa

(00:45:10-00:47:18) How To Prevent Misallocation Of Funds

(00:47:18-01:07:05) Process To Follow While Onboarding People

(01:07:05-01:11:10) Importance of Communication For Introvert Engineers

(01:11:10-01:22:56) Quick QnA With Lisa

(01:22:56-01:24:23) Outro

Stand in stunned silence and admire the new dream timber-clad conservatory YOU just designed - with sleek modern finishes, climbing bougainvillea, and cascading natural light - all done on a laptop, without any architectural knowledge.

Join us for another mind-blowing Bricks & Byte episode as we sit down with Mark Hood - Head Architect at Resi and transport into the future of home architecture. Listen to Mark as he reveals advanced 3D modelling tools that allow homeowners to design their home extensions – without any experience or knowledge. This is next-gen architecture that simplifies building process and begins a new chapter in home design.

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:02:37) Intro

(00:02:37-00:11:35) About Resi

(00:11:35-00:20:31) About Product Development

(00:20:31-00:30:25) Understanding Retro Fitting

(00:30:25-00:43:23) Process For Developing Products

(00:43:23-00:48:40) Plans For Raising Money In Future

(00:48:40-00:52:10) Work Culture at Resi

(00:52:10-00:53:29) Outro

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Discover what it really takes .. to build the business you want.

In this episode, we sit down with Henry Nutt III, a leader challenging the status quo in the construction industry. From his journey as an apprentice to his role as an executive, Henry shares his hard-won insights on leadership, mentorship, and overcoming obstacles.

Plus, he offers solutions to the labour shortage and shares his vision for the future of construction.

Join us in this insightful episode as we explore the science of success in the construction industry:

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:02:36) Intro

(00:02:36-00:05:30) Henry's Journey

(00:05:30-00:08:10) Seven Principles of Leadership

(00:08:10-00:11:30) How Not To Play Victim

(00:11:30-00:16:58) About Pre-Construction Process

(00:16:58-00:22:49) Opportunities in Pre-Construction Phase

(00:22:49-00:26:30) What's More Important: Technical Skills OR Soft Skills

(00:26:30-00:32:47) Superintendents As Leaders In Construction

(00:32:47-00:35:25) Does Technology Address Issues That People on Site Encounter?

(00:35:25-00:42:45) Thoughts on Skill Shortage In Construction

(00:42:45-00:43:50) Outro

Ready for a no-holds-barred look at the high-stakes world of construction tech? Join Owen and Martin for their unfiltered April roundup.

We're turning the spotlight on million-dollar deals, underdog wins, robot bricklayers, and all the industry buzz. Plus, get the inside track with our new "Bricks, Bytes & Broadcast" format featuring investor Patric Hellerman.

Never miss a beat.

Key takeaways from 9 action-packed episodes:

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:00:36) Our Sponsors

(00:00:36-00:03:25) Some Chit-Chat

(00:03:25-00:14:45) B&B Broadcast & Fav Episodes

(00:14:45-00:20:58) Robotics in Construction

(00:20:58-00:28:08) Interesting Insights From Episodes Released In April

(00:28:08-00:33:22) Plans For Future

In this episode of Bricks & Bytes Broadcast, Patric, Owen, and Martin explore the remarkable $3.5 billion funding journey of EquipmentShare, a construction tech company that's modernizing the industry.

They delve into the challenges and opportunities of construction technology, discussing the crucial role of human touchpoints in B2B marketplaces and the importance of building trust in an industry heavily reliant on relationships.

The conversation also touches on the potential risks and rewards of EquipmentShare's substantial funding, and whether this gamble will pay off in the long run.

Key Takeaways:

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Equipment Share

07:10 Why Does Equipment Share Need So Much Funding?

16:32 Non-Ideal Conversations and Prioritization

Company Mentioned:

EquipmentShare: https://www.equipmentshare.com/

Get ready to rethink construction. Industry expert reveals the tectonic shifts happening beneath construction’s surface. And shows how you can capitalise it.

Olivier Lepinoy, Director of Business Development at Vinci, esteemed Autodesk alum, and Hyper Construction think tank founder, explains why an "invisible revolution" is taking the industry by storm.

Listen to him as he exposes the stark divide between companies "playing defence" through operational efficiencies and those boldly "playing offence" by reinventing their revenue models. Plus, take a peek at futuristic hybrid models" leveraging digital platforms and data-centric roles like originators, aggregators, and consumers.

From venture capitals to cross-industry investors, explore the innovative ways leading construction giants are diversifying into new markets and services.

Key Takeaways

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Timestamps:

(00:00:00-00:02:18) Intro

(00:02:18-00:05:40) Why Business Models And Not Technology

(00:05:40-00:14:56) Case Studies of Business Models

(00:14:56-00:31:25) Business Models in Construction

(00:31:25-00:39:10) Companies In Construction vs Companies in other sectors

(00:39:10-00:41:20) Olivier's Favourite Business Model

(00:41:20-00:43:04) Outro