#045 - Christoph Betz - Navigating Innovation in Construction: Challenges and Perspectives
Introducing today's guest, Christoph Betz, an independent innovation advisor and researcher. Christoph Betz explored the true meaning of innovation, effective teamwork through collaboration, and the impact of social science on innovation departments.
In this episode, we will explore the following topics:
Innovation is occurring on construction sites in various forms.
Collaboration and younger generations play a crucial role in driving innovation.
Clear goals and strategies are essential for successful innovation projects.
Integration of new technologies into workflows is key, while minimizing cognitive load.
Dedicated innovation teams are emerging in the industry.
Europe, particularly Germany, leads in innovation, including BIM.
Construction industry shows optimism and progress in its innovation journey.
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Christoph Betz, Innovation & Venture in Construction
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#072 - Anton Marinovich - From A Mason’s Son To Becoming The VP of Sales at EverCam
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Anton Marinovich, VP of Sales at Evercam.
In this episode, we learn about the key metrics that investors look into startups before investing, sales strategies in construction and much more!
Tune in to find out about:
Unique challenges of selling to the construction industry, especially at the project level, where high churn rates are common.
The importance of building trust and relationships in sales, particularly in construction, where each day can bring new challenges.
The crucial role of patience and respectful persistence in construction sales.
Insights into the process of angel investing, focusing on the significance of the founding team, the story, and the unique elements of startups.
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Anton Marinovich | VP of Sales at Evercam
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Today’s Sponsor: beta – Construction and technology network platform
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Timestamps:
(00:00:00 - 00:02:10) - Intro
(00:02:10 - 00:08:15) - Key Lessons learned selling to the construction industry
(00:08:15 - 00:20:11) - Comparing Sales: Construction vs Other Industries
(00:20:11 - 00:26:40) - Key metrics that Investors look into startups before investing
(00:26:40 - 00:30:50) - Thoughts on Construction Industry
(00:30:50 - 00:31:12) - Outro
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#059 - Sarah Hodges - From Cashier to Chief Marketing Officer At Procore: Unveiling Key ConTech Marketing Strategies and Sarah’s Journey To The Top
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Sarah Hodges, the Chief Marketing Officer at Procore.
In this episode, we learn about Sarah’s journey, some key lessons Sarah learned as CMO at Procore, successful marketing strategies for startups, and much more!
Tune in to find out about:
Key lessons Sarah learned working as a Chief Marketing Officer at Procore
Different ways to test marketing strategies
How to develop confidence
Marketing strategies for startups
Procore’s marketing strategies
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Sarah Hodges | Chief Marketing Officer at Procore | ConTech
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Today’s Sponsor: beta – Construction and technology network platform
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Timestamps:
(0:00-2:05) - Intro
(2:05 -03:50) - Key Lessons you learnt as a CMO
(3:50-7:00) - Ways to Test Marketing Strategies
(7:00-08:50) - How to develop confidence
(8:50-18:40) - Groundbreak and its marketing strategies
(18:40-20:40) - Advice for Marketing team at Startups
(20:40- 21:30) - Outro
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#057 - Rohan Jawali - How LLMs And AI Will Shape the Next Decade Of Construction Tech
In today’s episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Rohan Jawali, the Co-Founder of Joist.ai
In this episode, we learn about the key lessons Rohan learned while building an AI-based startup, the significance and capabilities of LLMs in construction, how to write better prompts, and much more!
Tune in to find out about:
How LLM’s will change construction
How to write better prompts
Limits and the future of LLMs
The key areas that LLM’s disrupt
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Rohan Jawali | Co-Founder of Joist.ai | ConTech
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Today’s Sponsor: beta – Construction and technology network platform
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Timestamps:
(0:00-3:28) - Intro
(4:40-8:05) - Key lessons Rohan learnt while growing Joist.ai
(8:05-13:19) - Introduction to Joist.ai
(13:19-17:30) - What are LLMs and why they are useful
(17:30-20:40) - How LLMs are changing construction drawings
(20:40-25:01) - Why Rohan prefers LLMs
(25:01-29:00) - Importance of prompting
(29:00-32:40) - Use of AI for Drawings In Construction
(32:40-35:25) - Limits of LLMs
(35:25-40:00) - Future of LLMs
(40:00-43:40) - Introduction to On Deck
(43:40-44:16) - Outro
€69M for Carbon Capture, Trimble Buys Flashtract & Why VC Success from Accelerators is Misleading - Bricks, Bucks & Bytes
Is raising venture capital really a sign of success for startups?
In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we explore Neustark's €69M growth round. We learn how they're making carbon capture a scalable industrial process, not just a scientific breakthrough.
We also dive into Trimble's acquisition of Flashtract, following similar moves by Autodesk and Procore. This trend is reshaping construction payment solutions.
Patric also shares some candid thoughts on startup accelerators and what really matters for success. Hint: it's not just about fundraising.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ Why Neustark's focus on industrialization sets them apart in the crowded climate tech space
✅ The evolving landscape of construction payment solutions and what it means for startups ✅ The surprising stats on startup success rates from accelerators (and why they might not matter)
✅ Why building a sustainable business trumps fundraising hype every time
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00:00 Intro
01:04 Neustark: Industrializing Carbon Capture and Storage
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$1B Logistics Deal, $30M Saudi Tech Funding, and 3 Construction Market Insights: Gross Margin, Distribution & Impact Of Global Trade Shifts - Bricks, Bucks & Bytes
Is Saudi Arabia outpacing Silicon Valley in construction tech? A recent $30M funding round suggests so...
In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we explored Tendered's major Series A funding, signaling the Middle East's growing importance in construction innovation.
We also dissected a billion-dollar logistics acquisition that could reshape the industry's tech landscape.
Plus, we uncovered why gross margins might be the hidden key to startup success in construction.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ Why Saudi Arabia is becoming a hotbed for construction tech
✅ How global trade shifts are impacting construction and logistics
✅ The surprising truth about product differentiation and deployment complexity
✅ Why distribution, not just product, creates category winners
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Funding News
01:32 Tendered: Revolutionizing Heavy Equipment Operations
25:03 The Signal of the Acquisition for the Logistics Technology Market
28:18 Asset-Like Transportation Solutions in Logistics
29:06 Comparing Funding in Logistics and Construction
29:20 The Risks and Opportunities of Focusing on the Saudi Arabian Market
29:50 Conclusion
31:06 The Correlation Between Logistics and the Wider Economy
36:21 The Impact of Geopolitical Events on Trading and Logistics Companies
45:07 The Importance of Gross Margin and Contribution Margin
55:05 The Seasonality of the AEC Sector
56:43 Avoiding Mistakes and the Role of Distribution in Becoming a Category Creator
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BONUS - How India’s FIRST Unicorn In Construction Tech Was Created – InfraMarket - with Shubhankar Bhattacharya
From delivering concrete in Mumbai to becoming India's second-largest concrete supplier - how did InfraMarket do it?
In this episode, we had Shubh from Foundamental, an early investor in InfraMarket, and we got to learn about the unique challenges of the Indian market, InfraMarket's innovative acquisition strategy, and their journey to becoming a construction tech unicorn.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ How InfraMarket built trust by simply delivering on time in a market where that's not guaranteed
✅ The company's "outcome as a service" approach and its path to profitability
✅ InfraMarket's strategic expansion into consumer-facing products and global markets
✅ The role of working capital in scaling a construction materials business
✅ Insights on InfraMarket's upcoming IPO and India's growing stock market
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Timestamps
0:00 - Intro
4:13 - Presence Of Foundamental in India
8:12 - Space That Foundamentals are Focussing In India
11:45 - Labor Shortage In India
14:00 - Impact on Interest Rates In Construction Industry In India
16:20 - Dollar Milkshake Theory
20:00 - Misinconceptions in terms of Investing in India
23:00 - How Shubh Ended Up Investing In InfraMarket
37:40 - Acquisition Strategy
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Why 70% Of Investors Have A Negative Impact On Your Startup And The Future Of Energy Assessments - Bricks, Bucks & Bytes
Is remote sales killing your construction tech startup? One founder learned it the hard way. By listening to an investor who had no idea.
In this episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we got to learn about Kelvin, a French startup using AI for home energy audits, which just raised 4.7 million euros.
We explored Turner & Townsend's latest construction cost survey, revealing cooling inflation across the sector.
Also, we delved into Vinod Khosla's controversial take that 90% of VCs add no value, with Patrick offering his candid perspective.
Tune in to find out about:
✅ Why Kelvin's remote energy assessment model may face challenges
✅ How construction labor shortages are reaching critical levels worldwide
✅ The dangers of taking advice from investors unfamiliar with construction
✅ Why construction cost inflation varies dramatically by region
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Company Mentioned:
Kelvin
Turner and Townsend
Enter
Enpal
Schneider Electric
Mac Markler
Kosla Ventures
Modulus
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Name
02:17 Kelvin: Using Technology for Energy Efficiency Audits
03:21 Construction Costs and Inflation
09:19 Challenges of Remote Data Assessment in Construction
35:15 The Dishonesty in the Investment World
49:00 The Lack of Exits in Construction Tech
53:27 Finding Value in Investors
55:43 Insights from Ex-Employees of Construction Tech Companies
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