In this episode of Building the Groundwork, Alex sits down with two longtime friends and heavy hitters in the equipment and finance world: Clem Cazalot, Founder & CEO of Machinery Partner, and John Pfister, Founder & CEO of Mazo Capital. We dive into their entrepreneurial journeys, the *why* behind their companies, and what it takes to build in the heavy equipment space—from financing challenges to distribution complexities. Plus, how tech is (slowly) transforming the dirt world, the importance of people-first leadership, and lessons learned the hard way. This is our first podcast with multiple guests—will it be a new format or a one-time thing? You tell us.🛠️ Topics Covered:- The founding stories behind Machinery Partner and Mazo Capital - How to scale in a complex, high-ticket B2B industry - What *not* to do when building your team - Equipment-as-a-service, industry consolidation, and the future of heavy equipment - Why contractors still want to *own* their gear - Honest takes on leadership, hiring, and staying sane as a founder💥 Whether you’re in construction, equipment, or just love real stories about business building—this one’s for you.📍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if this convo hits home.#HeavyEquipment #ConstructionTech #Entrepreneurship #MachineryPartner #MazoCapital #Heave #Leadership #StartupJourney