Speckle's $12.5M Series A: A Game-Changer for AEC Data Infrastructure

In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we got to learn about Speckle's impressive $12.5 million Series A funding round, led by Addition, to build the first data hub for the AEC industry.

We also learned about Rexel's rejection of an unsolicited $8.5 billion takeover bid from QXO, signaling potential shifts in the building materials distribution landscape.

Additionally, we gained insights into Patrick Hellermann's framework for evaluating potential investors, emphasizing the importance of avoiding detrimental influences over perceived value-add.

Tune in to find out about:

✅ Speckle's open-source approach to AEC data infrastructure

✅ The potential impact of QXO's ambitious plans on the building materials distribution sector

✅ Key considerations for startups when evaluating corporate investors

✅ The importance of prioritizing non-interference and quality input from investors

Listen to the full episode on Spotify to dive deeper into these fascinating topics in construction tech and venture capital.