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Bricks & Bytes

#040 - Ken Semler - Building Better, Faster, and Smarter: The Power of Modular Construction

Discover the exciting world of modular construction with Ken Semler, CEO of Impresa Modular. Ken highlights the benefits of factory finishing, time savings, cost advantages, and the versatility of modular construction. This Episode sheds light on the potential for modular construction to revolutionize the industry and provides valuable insights for entrepreneurs and construction professionals alike. In this episode, we delve into: Ken Semler's journey from finance to modular construction expert The current & future state of modular Training labour to execute modular construction processes Benefits of franchising Adoption of innovation in construction The importance of persistence If you're finding value in our podcast, we kindly request you to share your feedback by leaving a review. Your support enables us to attract incredible guests and deliver the finest and most enlightening content on technology in the built world. ------------------------------------------- Ken Semler President & CEO Impresa Modular ------------------------------------------- Today's Sponsor: ⁠⁠beta⁠⁠ - Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners. Check ⁠⁠www.the-beta.com⁠ ------------------------------------------ Timestamps:
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#021 - April Moss & Lynne Cooper - Blockchain, Leadership and Female Success In Construction Tech

How do you enjoy a fulfilling career in construction and the tech world? Join us today in our discussion with Apil and Lynne of Digibuild. In this episode we deep dive into: Blockchain uses in Construction and Digibuild's software Attracting gen z talent to blue collar jobs Diversity and female success in construction  Maintaining balance in life Lynne's top 3 pieces of advice for young people  If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world. --------------------------------------- April Moss - COO | Chief Customer Officer at DigiBuild: Y Combinator Backed (YC S21) l Blockchain Technology l Construction Management l Crypto & Bitcoin Investor l Business Development Lynne Cooper - Management & Construction | cGMP * R&D * CGT | Founder | Strategy | Innovator | Woman Welder👩‍🏭 | Power in the trades! | Technology for Efficiency | Collaboration is 🔑 | Blue Collar Revolution! | Improve Quality --------------------------------------- Today's Sponsor: Beta Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners. Chek www.the-beta.com --------------------------------------- Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:01:27) - Intro and Sponsor (00:01:27-00:01:58) - Introduction of guest (00:01:58-00:03:20) - April's background (00:03:20-00:04:16) - Lynne's background (00:04:16-00:04:58) - Digibuild history (00:04:58-00:07:07) - What does digibuild do? (00:07:07-00:08:27) - Meet the Drapers (00:08:27-00:09:23) - Digibuild and Blockchain (00:09:23-00:09:53) - Digibuild expanding globally? (00:09:53-00:11:04) - Are US-based companies expanding to UK? (00:11:04-00:13:29) - Do we have cutting-edge construction technology? (00:13:29-00:14:36) - Procore (00:14:36-00:16:48) - Lynne's relationship with Digibuild, April, and EL sea (00:16:48-00:19:25) - Worldchain (00:19:25-00:24:45) - Tips for attracting gen z to construction (00:24:45-00:27:16) - Is the general trend of construction interesting for young people?  (00:27:16-00:30:31) - Diversity in Construction (00:30:31-00:32:24) - Experience from other industries that can be applied in construction  (00:32:24-00:33:06) - Advice about switching industry to construction  (00:33:06-00:36:09) - Charity (construction rocks dmv) (00:36:09-00:37:19) - Mental health in construction (00:37:19-00:42:54) - ESG sustainability (00:42:54-00:45:34) - Advice for someone who is about to launch a construction tech startup (00:45:34-00:47:34) - Cancel Culture (00:47:34-00:51:14) - Books (00:51:14-00:54:00) - How to maintain balance in life? (00:54:00-00:57:28) - What do you want to do in construction or technology if you want unlimited resources (00:57:28-00:58:16) - 3 pieces of advice for young people (00:58:16-00:58:34) Outro ---------------------------------------
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#029 - Josh Graham - Weather risk management in construction

Our today's guest is Josh Graham - CEO of tech company EHAB, which uses advanced weather modelling and impact analysis to help construction companies de-risk critical infrastructure projects.  In this episode we talk about: - Josh's journey of setting up EHAB - key lessons learnt when creating his startup  - real use cases of blockchain and smart contracts in construction industry. If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world. --------------------------------------- Josh Graham | CEO of EHAB and CVC (Climate Venture Collective) --------------------------------------- Today's Sponsor: beta - Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners. Chek: https://www.the-beta.com --------------------------------------- Timestamps: 00:00:00 --> 00:01:13 - Intro 00:01:13 --> 00:01:57 - Sponsor 00:01:57 --> 00:03:29 - Josh’s history of creating EHAB  00:03:29 --> 00:05:08 - Problems in creating sustainable property development company 00:05:08 --> 00:07:13 - Opportunities in sustainable property development  00:07:13 --> 00:07:38 - Does EHAB stand for something? 00:07:38 --> 00:10:10 - Process of identifying weather as a problem to tackle  00:10:10 --> 00:16:00 - Changes that EHAB makes in weather forecasting  00:16:00 --> 00:17:01 - Accuracy of forecast data  00:17:01 --> 00:20:05 - Key lessons learned in Josh’s journey  00:20:05 --> 00:22:06 - Future plans for EHAB 00:22:06 --> 00:23:02 - Project types that can benefit from EHAB 00:23:02 --> 00:24:44 - More about Climate Venture Collective  00:24:44 --> 00:30:01- Blockchain technology and its impact on construction industry  00:30:01 --> 00:33:54 - Smart contracts agreements  00:33:54 --> 00:35:04 - Josh’s regular day  00:35:04 --> 00:35:35 - What would you do with unlimited budget? 00:35:35 --> 00:36:18 - Book recommendation 00:36:18 --> 00:36:58 - More about Josh 00:36:58 --> 00:37:20 - Outro
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#019 - Paul Heming - Non Technical Founder CEO Insights In Construction Tech

From QS to the co-founder of a tech platform C-Link and host of the Own The Build podcast....  Today we welcome the legend, Paul Heming. In this episode we deep dive into: Paul's story and his early days of the journey To-do's and not to-do's in the construction as a non-technical founder About C-Link The threats AND opportunities of technology on roles like QS', Architects/Engineers If you’re enjoying our podcast, please leave us a review! This helps us get more amazing guests to give you guys the best and most informative content on technology in the built world. --------------------------------------- Paul Heming Co-Founder at C-Link (Procurement Software for Construction SMEs) and Host of the Own the Build Podcast. --------------------------------------- Today's Sponsor: @Beta Construction and technology network platform - connecting the tech industry with traditional partners. Chek www.the-beta.com  --------------------------------------- Timestamps: 00:00:00 --> 00:01:32 - Intro 00:01:32 --> 00:02:32 - Sponsor 00:02:32 --> 00:03:33 - History of Paul Heming 00:03:33 --> 00:04:28 - Early days of the journey 00:04:28 --> 00:05:02 - Working a job during the beginning of the startup 00:05:02 --> 00:07:34 - The future of the QS role 00:07:34 --> 00:09:25 - Did Paul always wanted to be a QS? 00:09:25 --> 00:12:55 - What is C-Link? 00:12:55 --> 00:13:58 - Is C-link going to branch to SME's ? 00:13:58 --> 00:15:30 - What's the implementation srategy of C-Link? 00:15:30 --> 00:16:20 - At the beginning did C-Link bootstrap? 00:16:20 --> 00:17:42 - Should you bootstrap a business? 00:17:42 --> 00:19:51 - Marketing 00:19:51 --> 00:22:24 - Do and don't as non-technical founder of a construction company 00:22:24 --> 00:24:30 - Mistakes during hiring the technical team 00:24:30 --> 00:25:02 - When do you need a full-time CTO? 00:25:02 --> 00:26:33 - Future of C-Link 00:25:02 --> 00:29:05 - The purpose of the podcast (Own The Build Podcast)  00:29:05 --> 00:30:11 - Best episodes podcast (Own The Build Podcast)  00:30:11 --> 00:34:54 - The extinction of roles in construction 00:34:54 --> 00:36:13 - Team building 00:34:54 --> 00:37:25 - What is Paul's productivity hack? 00:37:25 --> 00:38:47 - What are you currently reading? 00:38:47 --> 00:39:24 - More about Paul 00:39:24 --> 00:39:42 - Outro ---------------------------------------
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Bricks, Buck$ And Bytes

Unicorns, Coast's $40M Raise, and $34 Billion in Construction Tech Funding - Why Headcount Growth Might Be Misleading

Construction tech funding is booming, but is it all hype? In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we learned about Coast's impressive $40 million Series B raise for their financial services platform in transportation. We also got insights on the surprising growth in construction tech funding, reaching 0.53% of total venture capital. Plus, we heard a critical take on using headcount growth as a measure of startup success. Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why Coast is attracting big investment ✅ The unexpected trends in construction tech funding ✅ Why unicorns in the sector are both rising and falling ✅ What really matters when evaluating startups (it's not just numbers) -------------------------------------------------------- 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/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Company Mentioned Coast Brex Veev Nexii Autodesk Trimble FlashTrack Procore -------------------- Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:32 Introduction to Coast: Financial Services Platform for Transportation 06:12 Coast's Funding and Investors 10:23 Assessing the Viability of Coast's Target Market 13:42 Analysis of Coast's Funding Rounds and Revenue Growth 18:07 Discussion on Investor Perceptions and Series B Funding 19:09 Market News: ConstruTech Funding Landscape 23:21 Analysis of Funding Trends in ConstruTech 27:45 Hype and Funding Rounds in Construction Technology 32:18 The Growth of Highly Substantiated Companies 36:26 The Asian Market and Funding Rounds 37:25 The Changing Landscape of Exits 41:41 Headcount Growth as a Metric for Startup Evaluation
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Fencing - The Hidden Gold Mine in Construction Tech & Nexii's Surprising Comeback

Is the fencing industry secretly one of the most profitable sectors in construction? In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we learned about EverFence's $7.7 million Series A funding, showing strong interest in the fencing market. We also discussed Nexii's attempt to relaunch after going into liquidation, highlighting the challenges in offsite modular construction.\ Plus, we got candid insights from Patric on why advice from generalist VCs might be hurting construction tech startups. Tune in to find out: ✅ Why fencing companies can see up to 200% profit margins ✅ The pros and cons of asset-heavy vs. asset-light models in construction ✅ How bad VC advice is affecting construction tech startups ✅ Why founders should be wary of VCs who can't admit what they don't know ---------------------------- Company Mentioned: EverFence Ergion Nexii -------------------------- 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/
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GUEST: Holobuilder’s Path To $34m Exit, Mo Akbari’s Journey Building The Pioneering Reality Capture Tool

Ever wonder how a startup goes from $8M to a big exit in construction tech? In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we learned about HoloBuilder's journey from raising $8M to being acquired by Faro. We also found out that despite big investments, the reality capture market still has room to grow. Companies like Cupix and Faro are leading, but there's space for new ideas in robotics and AI. Plus, we got insights on how some VCs are betting on AI startups, hoping to find the next big winner. Tune in to discover: ✅ Why job site pizza beats expensive marketing in construction tech ✅ The potential of scan-to-BIM technology ✅ How some AI startups raise millions with just a pitch deck ✅ Why product adoption matters more than fancy tech in construction Listen to the full episode on Spotify to learn more about construction tech and startup funding strategies. ---------------------------- 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/ ---------------------------- Company Mentioned: Faro Frankfurt Airport Siemens Autodesk Contilio Disperse OpenSpace Cupix Doxel HoloBuilder Matterport Hansel Phelps Buildots ----------------------- Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:09 The Journey of HoloBuilder: From Manufacturing to Construction 08:41 The Go-to-Market Strategy of HoloBuilder 14:20 The Decision to Exit HoloBuilder 23:15 The Three Components of Reality Capture in Construction Tech 28:03 Competition in the Reality Capture Space 35:18 Success Factors in Reality Capture Solutions 39:56 The Evolving Reality Capture Market and Market Leaders 41:33 Funding Challenges and Valuation Drops in Construction Tech 45:26 The Importance of Adoption and User Engagement in Construction Tech 57:34 Niche Markets and Disrupting Workflows in Construction Tech 01:09:43 Building Strong Customer Relationships in the Construction Tech Industry
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€5.7M VC Bet To Retrofit Europe’s Housing Stock, "Pay What You Want" models and Nemetschek to India - Bricks, Bucks & Bytes

Could a "Cloud Installer" approach help insulate 30 million European homes faster? In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we learned about Varm's €5.7M seed round for their innovative insulation business. They're using a "Cloud Installer" approach to scale across Europe. We also discussed Nemetschek Group entering India's construction software market, starting with university partnerships. Plus, Patric Hellermann shared why he's excited about Varm and his thoughts on "pay what you want" pricing for software. Tune in to find out about: ✅ How insulation can cut energy costs by up to 40% ✅ Challenges of selling €2,500 software licenses in India ✅ Varm's plan to train and equip local insulation businesses ✅ Why "pay what you want" pricing might not work for high R&D software --------------------- 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/ --------------------- Companies Mentioned : Foundamental VARM Koala Insulation Enpal Thermondo 1.5 degrees Service Titan Autodesk Bentley Hexagon Nemechek Group Trimble Rayon AOPropTech Emerge Pale Blue Dot ---------------- Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Funding Round 02:32 Varm's Focus on Insulating Existing Buildings 05:41 Cloud Installer: Varm's Business Model 10:09 Blow-In Insulation: A High ROI Measure 28:06 Introduction to Nemechek Group's Expansion into India 31:59 The Potential of the Indian AEC Software Market 36:26 Challenges of Pricing Models in the Indian Market
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