#076 - Secrets To Boost Your Business in Construction - Business Development In The Built Environment
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Mark Worrall, CEO of BBI Services Ltd
In this episode, we learn about business development in construction, why technology works best when solving a well-defined problem, some common misconceptions like technology will magically fix problems, and much more!
Tune in to find out about:
How visual performance tracking helps teams know what to focus on fixing
Technology works best when solving a well-defined problem, not as a magic solution.
How modular fabrication needs to take a true production-led approach to succeed.
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Mark Worrall | CEO at BBI Services Ltd
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Timestamps:
(00:00:00 - 00:02:13) - Intro
(00:02:13 - 00:10:15) - About BBI Services
(00:10:15 - 00:15:30) - How to enhance people's performance at the workplace
(00:15:30 - 00:20:30) - Learning from Toyota's manufacturing practices
(00:20:30 - 00:40:49) - Biggest misconception about technology
(00:40:49 - 00:41:19) - Outro
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#081 - From 0 to Real Estate Developer in 7 Years - The Tech, Tools, and Teachings Behind the Rise to the Top - Max Sanchez
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Max Sanchez, Real Estate Developer and Construction Innovator.
In this episode, we learn about Max's journey from music producer and sales manager to a real estate developer, the potential Max sees in using robotics and virtual reality capture in construction, and much more!
Tune in to find out about:
How Max went from selling customized USB drives to managing construction projects and diving into construction tech.
The lessons Max shares when selling tech solutions to developers.
How robotics and virtual reality capture can have a big impact in the industry
How to create win-win partnerships between developers and contractors
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Max Sanchez | Real Estate Developer and Construction Innovator
Timestamps:
(00:00:00-00:06:35) Intro
(00:01:35-00:07:10) Background of Max Sanchez
(00:07:10-00:17:26) Advice for people looking to get into Real Estate
(00:17:26-00:23:00) Key Mistakes that Max made
(00:23:00-00:28:10) "Where Are We" in Construction Tech
(00:28:10-00:41:22) Technology in Property Development Business
(00:41:22-00:45:46) Reality Capture Solution and Robotics In Construction
(00:45:46-00:46:52) Outro
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#079 - From Student to Co Founder - Building The ChatGPT for Construction
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Fauzan Reza Maulana, CEO of Rekava, an AI-driven digital assistant for the construction industry
In this episode, Fauzan shares his journey from student to Co-Founder and CEO as well as some eye-opening takeaways from his recent thesis on Startups In Construction Tech.
Tune in to find out about:
The ideal size and expertise of a founding team in construction tech
The importance of deeply understanding your customer's problems before building products
Fauzan's personal journey from civil engineering to programming to leading a tech startup and his key learnings along the way.
How Rekava is using AI to create a virtual assistant that can answer questions on construction project documents, acting as a knowledge base that never retires.
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Fauzan | Co-Founder at Rekava
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Timestamps:
00:00:00-00:02:00 Intro
00:02:00-00:06:10 Key Findings Working In Construction Tech
00:06:10-00:09:55 Current State of Construction Tech Startup
00:09:55-00:17:20 Transition from Student to Startup Founder
00:17:20-00:25:14 How do you find Founders
00:25:14-00:32:02 Outro
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#070 - Ben Weiss - Unlocking Hidden Potentials In Low-Tech Industries
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Ben Weiss, Co-Founder of BinStar.
In this episode, we learn about the potential in low-tech industries like construction and the role technology can play in improving efficiency.
Tune in to find out about:
How the construction industry represents a major market opportunity that is overlooked by many investors
Why focusing on cost reduction and efficiency improvements is a better strategy than creating new revenue streams
The challenges of adopting new technology in traditional industries resistent to change
The future role of technology like drones and AI in optimisation of construction processes
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Ben Weiss | Co-Founder of BinStar
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Timestamps:
(00:00:00 - 00:02:30) - Intro
(00:02:30 - 00:05:20) - Ben's background in public markets and hedge funds
(00:05:20 - 00:12:00) - Defining "low-tech" industries and why they are interesting investment opportunities
(00:12:00 - 00:25:00) - How simple technology can have massive impact on traditional businesses
(00:25:00 - 00:35:33) - SolidSpace and its solution for construction project mistakes
(00:35:33 - 00:42:00) - Advice for new investors
(00:42:00 - 00:29:30) - Outro
Human Touch in Construction Sales, False Tech Solutions, and Large Company Lawsuits - Bricks, Bucks & Bytes
"Try to keep all your human touch points and automate them on the backend."
In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we dive into the world of B2B marketplaces in construction. We explore why human touch points are crucial for success, especially in an industry built on trust and relationships.
We also discuss the recent lawsuit between Oracle and Procore, where Oracle accuses a former employee of stealing trade secrets related to payment management software.
Plus, we explored HomeBoost, a startup offering simplified energy assessments for homes using AI. But is it too good to be true?
Tune in to find out about:
✅ The pros and cons of AI-powered home energy assessments
✅ The potential impact of the Oracle vs. Procore lawsuit on the construction tech industry
✅ Why B2B marketplaces in construction need to maintain human interactions
✅ The increasing trend of investors suing portfolio companies in recent years
Ready to dive deeper? Listen to the full episode on Spotify and join the conversation!
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5 Things Founders Control During Fundraising That Most Don't Know About - Bricks, Bucks and Bytes
"VC is rocket fuel. Do not spend it on a Fiat 500. Only put very expensive rocket fuel if you're actually building a rocket."
In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we got to learn about Speckle's recent Series A raise, showcasing the renewed liquidity in early-stage funding for 2024.
We also discovered that the construction tech sector saw impressive growth in seed stage funding sizes during Q3 2023, signaling a positive shift in the market.
Plus, we gained invaluable insights from Patrick Hellermann on what really makes VCs tick when it comes to investing in startups.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ The magic "100x potential" that VCs are looking for
✅ Why information asymmetry is your secret weapon between fundraising rounds
✅ How to leverage social validation to your advantage
✅ The power of building a rockstar team to secure funding
Listen to the full episode on Spotify and arm yourself with the knowledge to make your next pitch irresistible!
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Speckle's $12.5M Funding - How Open Source Software Is Changing Construction Design
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.
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Construction Tech Funding Hits $35 Billion: What's Next?
From AI-powered construction sales to billion-dollar air taxi gambles: Inside the high-stakes world of tech funding!
In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we got to learn about Building Radar's impressive €6.5 million funding round from Socii Capital, powering their AI-driven sales automation software for the construction industry.
We also dove into Fundamentals' Q3 update on AEC Tech funding, revealing that total cumulative VC funding for construction tech has hit a whopping $35 billion - triple the 2019 level!
Plus, we had a heated discussion about Lilium, the German air taxi startup seeking a controversial bailout after burning through millions.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ How Building Radar is revolutionizing sales in construction
✅ The surprising increase in construction tech's share of overall VC funding
✅ Why some VCs are calling for government bailouts (and why it's raising eyebrows)
✅ The ethics of venture capital in high-risk, high-reward industries
Ready for a deep dive into the world of construction tech and VC drama? Hit play on Spotify and join the conversation!
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Company Mentioned:
Building Radar
Lilium
SpaceX
Tesla
WeWork
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