Construction Technology Podcasts

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.  Key Takeaways: The Founder Filter: Understand Lisa's rigorous vetting process, highlighting how to spot founders with the resilience and vision to succeed Pain Point Power (Attention startups and VCs): Discover the importance of identifying and solving genuine issues construction workers face as the cornerstone of successful investment Building Beyond Borders: Get the inside track on Lisa's international expansion and how she conquered the shift to construction The Margin Mission: Why thin margins are a construction epidemic, and how Lisa's focus on efficiency is turning the tide The Rise of MWBEs: Explore how platforms like Tough Leaf empower minority and women-owned businesses in construction, and why investors are taking note Financial Grit: Learn why investors demand strong financial discipline and a clear path to profitability in today's economic climate Lessons from Failure: Gain insights from investment missteps and learn the importance of prudence when backing construction tech startups And much more.  —---------------------------- Stay ahead. Get all the news and insider exclusives delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter The Bytes Line at: https://bricks-bytes.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bricksbytespod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmNbunUTIIQDzbJgGJt9_Zg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/ —--------------------------- This episode is brought to you by Shft—helping contractors like you leverage BIM to secure a leading position in the race towards construction’s digital future. Visit: https://maketheshft.digital —---------------------------------- BuildVision is a procurement network for the $5T commercial construction market. We are transforming the commercial construction supply chain by bringing contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders onto a single software platform—revolutionizing how every component is sourced, purchased, and financed. —--------------------------- 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

Note: This is a Re-Release of an episode that was originally released on Groundbreakers. "I raised $250,000 pitching random people in coffee shops." - Dustin DeVan's unconventional approach to startup funding In this episode, we had Dustin DeVan, founder of Building Connected and Ediphi, sharing his journey from selling a company for $275 million to starting anew in the construction tech space. Tune in to find out about:  ✅ The power of cold emails in securing VC meetings  ✅ Why San Francisco's startup ecosystem is no longer what it used to be  ✅ How to build a successful construction tech startup in today's market  ✅ The challenges of innovating within large, established companies Listen now on Spotify to hear Dustin's insights on fundraising, scaling startups, and the future of construction technology. A must-listen for founders, investors, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of construction tech. ---------------------------- Sign up to the #1 Newsletter In Construction Tech. Join over 1,000 like-minded Founders, Investors and Techies disrupting the way we build. Forever : https://bricks-bytes.beehiiv.com/subscribe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bricksbytespod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmNbunUTIIQDzbJgGJt9_Zg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/

Note: This is a repost from an episode which was released on Groundbreakers. "AI is not just about replacing humans, it's about elevating them." - Dev Amratia, CEO of nPlan, shares how AI is transforming construction project management. In this episode, we had Dev Amratia and we got to learn about nPlan's journey in revolutionizing construction risk management, the power of AI in forecasting project timelines, and the importance of company culture in building a successful startup... and many more! Tune in to find out about:  ✅ How nPlan uses AI to analyze over 760,000 construction projects  ✅ The concept of "adding the egg" in product development  ✅ Why outcomes-based services are gaining traction in construction tech  ✅ The importance of a growth mindset in startup leadership Listen to the full episode on Spotify to discover how AI is reshaping the future of construction project management. Sign up to the #1 Newsletter In Construction Tech. Join over 1,000 like-minded Founders, Investors and Techies disrupting the way we build. Forever : https://bricks-bytes.beehiiv.com/subscribe --------------------------------------------------- BuildVision is a procurement network for the $5T commercial construction market. We are transforming the commercial construction supply chain by bringing contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders onto a single software platform—revolutionizing how every component is sourced, purchased, and financed.  This episode is brought to you by Shft—the BIM partner you need to fill the gap in your digital skills and tackle your BIM needs, end-to-end. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bricksbytespod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmNbunUTIIQDzbJgGJt9_Zg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/

Join Owen and Martin as they take you on a journey of May's most groundbreaking conversations in the world of construction tech. From Berlin to Amsterdam, the pair uncover the secrets behind the industry's most innovative minds and reveal the strategies that are transforming the way we build. Explore billionaire investment strategies from ex Goldman Sachs Managing Director and masterclass framework for innovation implementation. Prepare to be inspired: The power of constraint: How limitations can actually fuel creativity and drive innovation. The rapid iteration mindset: Why embracing constant change and experimentation is key to staying ahead. The future of automation: How robotics, AI, and data are revolutionising architecture and construction. The untapped potential of retrofitting: Why upgrading existing buildings could be the next big thing. And much more. —--------------------------- Stay ahead. Get all the news and insider exclusives delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter The Bytes Line at: https://bricks-bytes.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bricks-bytes/ X?Twitter: https://twitter.com/bricksbytespod Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmNbunUTIIQDzbJgGJt9_Zg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bricksbytes/ ---------------------------- This episode is brought to you by Shft—helping contractors like you leverage BIM to secure a leading position in the race towards construction’s digital future. Visit: https://maketheshft.digital —---------------------------------- BuildVision is a procurement network for the $5T commercial construction market. We are transforming the commercial construction supply chain by bringing contractors, manufacturers, and project stakeholders onto a single software platform—revolutionizing how every component is sourced, purchased, and financed. --------------------------------- (00:00 - 00:37) - Intro to Our Sponsors (00:37 - 04:09) - What happened last month in Bricks and Bytes (04:09 - 18:30) - What did we learn last month (18:30 - 34:48) - Guests we had this month (34:48 - 36:23) - Bricks and Bytes Broadcast