Best Proptech Vc Podcasts (2025)

In this inspiring episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Demi Oloyede, a dynamic United States Navy veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of Limpiar, a proptech startup revolutionizing commercial facility maintenance through automation. Demi shares her extraordinary journey from an international student in the U.S. to an enlist…

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How Homeowners & Investors Can Save Money on Property Taxes, with Ownwell Co-founder & CEO Colton Pace 29:27

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Colton Pace is a founder and currently the CEO of Ownwell, a Proptech company dedicated to democratizing access to real estate expertise and reducing the hidden costs of homeownership. Under his leadership, Ownwell helps homeowners and property owners identify and appeal overvalued property taxes, reduce insurance and utility costs, and manage othe…

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Ep. 135 One Bullet Away - Leading Through Chaos Marine Veteran and Cyber Diplomat Nate Fick on Mission Driven Careers 52:36

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In this insightful episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins welcomes Nathaniel Fick — entrepreneur, investor, writer, former United States Ambassador and United States Marine Corps veteran. Nate’s extraordinary journey bridges combat leadership, business innovation, and diplomatic service, offering listeners a rare look into a career that de…

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Ep. 134 From Vietnam to West Point: France Hoang’s Journey of Service, Sacrifice, and Success 48:17

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins engages in a deep and candid conversation with France Hoang, Co-Founder and CEO of BoodleBox, West Point graduate, and United States Army Veteran. France shares his inspiring journey, starting as a Vietnamese refugee evacuated from Saigon, and later graduating in the top 1% of his class at the…

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How to Run a Successful Tech Playbook Across 135 Class A Multifamily Communities, with Mark-Taylor CTO Dustin Lacey 44:21

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Dustin Lacey is the CTO at Mark-Taylor, the leading developer, owner, and investment manager of luxury multifamily communities in Arizona and Nevada, with over 135 Class A Multifamily properties. He leads the firm’s tech evolution, powering the centralization of operations. Under his leadership, Mark‑Taylor has implemented innovative smart‑home int…

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Ep. 133 If You Can Dream It, Be It: Riley Tejcek’s story as a Female Marine Breaking Barriers 49:22

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In this powerful episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Riley Tejcek, a remarkable United States Marine Corps Captain, Team USA bobsled athlete, author, and motivational speaker, to explore the inspiring journey of a multi-faceted military leader breaking barriers. Riley shares her unconventional path from a Division I softb…

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CRE's Inflection Point: How Tenants & Landlords Can Thrive Today, with Newmark's President of Leasing Liz Hart 34:19

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Liz Hart is President of Leasing for Newmark’s operating businesses in the U.S. and Canada, where she drives the strategy of the firm’s leasing platform, leads talent development and recruitment, and helps integrate technology to deliver better outcomes for clients. She also serves on Newmark’s Executive Committee, reporting directly to CEO Barry G…

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Ep. 132 From the Battlefield to the NFL: Nate Boyer on Identity, Transition, and Purpose 52:09

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Nate Boyer—United States Army Special Forces Veteran, former NFL player, filmmaker, and co-founder of Merging Vets and Players (MVP)—to explore one of the most unique and inspiring post-military journeys ever told. Nate shares how, after serving in the Special Forces, he took an…

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Ep. 131 From Army Medic to Healthtech Founder: Nicholas Kovalsky’s Bold Leap into AI Innovation 55:22

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins welcomes Nicholas Kovalsky—United States Army veteran and the co-founder of Perspectives Health—to dive into his unconventional journey from military service to mission-driven entrepreneurship. Nicholas shares how his firsthand exposure to the mental health crisis, both in and out of uniform, …

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How to Turn Real Estate Agent Commissions Into Homebuyer Cash, with Zown Co-founder & CEO Rishard Rameez 37:27

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Rishard Rameez is the Co‑Founder and CEO of Zown, an AI‑powered real estate platform that makes homeownership more accessible and affordable. Zown was born from a viral Reddit post where Rishard shared his frustration over paying over $70K in real estate commissions. The outpouring of support inspired him to flip the model: instead of paying big co…

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Ep. 130 From Submarines to the Boardroom: Applying Military Principles in the Private Sector 49:51

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In this inspiring episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Matt Ibbetson, United States Navy Veteran, Partner at Ridgemont Equity Partners, and graduate of the United States Naval Academy to explore his fascinating journey from rural roots to high finance. Matt shares how growing up on a farm instilled the work ethic that carr…

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Ep. 129 What the War in Afghanistan Left Behind: Khalid Noori on Brotherhood, PTSD, Healing, and Rebuilding 1:07:56

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, we sit down with Khalid Noori — Program Strategist at Honor the Promise, Special Operations Veteran; Afghanistan National Army Special Operation Command (ANASOC), and graduate of Hindustan University — for a powerful, wide-ranging conversation on service, sacrifice, and storytelling after war. Khalid shares his…

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Ep. 128 How Strategic Networking Took David Harris from the Air Force Academy to Private Equity 1:04:31

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, we sit down with David Harris, Software Investor at Vista Equity Partners, United States Air Force Veteran, and graduate of United States Air Force Academy and Stanford University, MBA to explore his transition from military service to the world of Private Equity—and how curiosity, grit, and strategic networkin…

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The AI Solution to Fully Automate Property Inspections, with Paraspot Co-founder & COO Nathan Herz 42:58

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Nathan Herz is the Co‑Founder and COO of Paraspot AI, a New York‑based AI company backed by RE Angels, ffVC, 97212 Ventures, SaaS Ventures & Aroundtown that applies advanced computer vision to automate property inspections for Single-family, Multifamily, Hospitality, and Logistics operators. Paraspot’s platform reduces inspection costs and time, em…

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Ep. 127 Be an Asset, Not a Liability: How a Civilian Contractor Became a Leader in Construction Consulting 38:13

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, we sit down with Michael Osburn, Managing Director of Aristos Global and former Army contractor (civilian) assigned to Provincial Reconstruction Teams in Kunar during The Surge, to explore his unique path from civil-military operations in Afghanistan to tackling complex problems in private equity and constructi…

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Ep. 126 How Military Thinking Wins in Tech: Adam Frankl’s Blueprint for Leading and Launching Startups 46:49

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In this episode, Beau Higgins sits down with Adam Frankl—Author, The Developer Facing Startup, Startup Advisor, US Army Veteran —to explore the powerful ways military principles translate into the tech world. Adam shares insights from his career at high-growth startups, the lessons he carried over from the military (like the five-paragraph op order…

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How to Reduce Building Water Demand for Up to 95%, with Epic Cleantec Co-founder & CEO Aaron Tartakovsky 40:18

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Aaron Tartakovsky is the Co-Founder and CEO of Epic Cleantec, a leading startup revolutionizing onsite water reuse and sustainability in the built environment. His journey blends bold innovation with a legacy of science and policy. Raised by a Soviet-trained rocket scientist father, Aaron grew up with cutting-edge engineering in the household. Aaro…

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Ep. 125 Why Veterans Win in Venture: Trey Hart’s Mission in Finance and National Security 49:08

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Trey Hart, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Valhalla Group and U.S. Army Reserves Civil Affairs Officer for a powerful conversation on veterans transitioning into the world of private equity and venture capital. Trey shares his personal journey and how his background shaped his …

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Bring Real Estate to Life Before You Build or Buy It, with Enviz Co-founder David Esber 43:21

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David Esber is the Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Enviz, a platform revolutionizing how unbuilt properties are designed, marketed, and sold. Frustrated by the limitations of blueprints and static renders, David launched Enviz in 2019 to enable immersive, 1:1 virtual and augmented reality walkthroughs that bring unbuilt spaces to life. S…

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Ep. 124 Losing the Job, Finding the Mission: One Veteran’s Guide to Starting Over 51:13

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, Beau Higgins sits down with Jason Grower, retired Navy Pilot and passionate veteran advocate, to talk about the realities of military transition — the good, the bad, and the uncertain. From losing a job offer weeks before retirement to finding renewed purpose through networking and community impact, Jason’s sto…

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Ep. 123 Mastering the Military Transition: Alex Lisot on Taking Control After Service 42:18

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, Beau Higgins sits down with Alex Lisot, former Air Force Officer and Founder of Master the Military, to discuss the most common — and often misunderstood — challenges veterans face during the transition to civilian life. From VA disability frustrations to rebuilding purpose and community, Alex shares how his pl…

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Inside Real Estate Tech Investing: Wins, Lessons & Opportunities, with Head of REACH Labs & Author of The Entrepreneur's Odyssey Andrew Ackerman 44:29

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Andrew Ackerman is the Head of REACH Labs at Second Century Ventures, the strategic venture arm of the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). Backed by NAR, SCV invests in early-stage Proptech and construction tech companies, providing them with access to a vast network of real estate professionals and industry expertise. A former entrepreneur, a…

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Ep. 122 Breaking the Mold: Femininity, Leadership & Grit in the Military 52:25

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In this powerful episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Kellie Hall Sbrocchi, an active duty Navy officer, trailblazing recruiter, digital influencer, and founder of the Why Not Do Both? Movement. Kellie shares her deeply personal journey—from resisting the idea of the Navy as a teen to rising as one of the service’s most vi…

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Ep. 121 Wayne Phelps: Writing, Leading, and Innovating After the Military 40:37

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In this episode of The MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with retired Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Wayne Phelps, a 20-year veteran and accomplished author, to explore his remarkable journey from military service to the private sector and publishing world. Wayne shares candid stories from his time as a Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) of…

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Ep. 120 Inside the Commandant’s Office: Tom Gordon on Leading Marines and Cadets 40:44

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In this special episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins welcomes longtime friend and retired Marine Corps Colonel Tom Gordon, now serving as the Commandant of Cadets at The Citadel, one of the nation's premier senior military colleges. Tom shares his remarkable journey from aspiring Marine Corps Officer in junior high to leading Marines in …

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AI Assistant for Real Estate Agents, with HouseWhisper CEO & Co-founder Luis Poggi 32:02

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Luis Poggi is the CEO and Co-Founder of HouseWhisper, a startup at the intersection of real estate and generative AI, building tools that transform how homes are marketed and sold. A seasoned tech executive with deep experience in product, marketing, and sales, Luis previously held leadership roles at Zillow and Expedia, where he helped scale indus…

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Ep. 119 Leading, Serving, Preserving — A Marine General’s Journey with General James Lukeman 39:18

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In this special episode of the MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with a legendary Marine, friend, and former boss—General James Lukeman (Ret.), now President and CEO of the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation. With 40 years of active duty service, including command at every level from platoon to division, General Lukeman shares candid reflec…

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Ep. 118 High Risk, High Reward: Navigating Special Operations Forces Transition with Purpose 38:27

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Host Beau Higgins welcomes two powerhouse leaders from The Honor Foundation: Matt Stevens, CEO and former Navy SEAL, and Kelly McGraw, Chief Impact Officer and long-time Naval Special Warfare spouse. In this deep and personal episode, they explore the challenges and rewards of transitioning out of Special Operations and into civilian life. Matt sha…

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Ep. 117 From Marine to Machine Learning: Paul Hylenski’s Mission to Fix the VA System 45:18

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In this inspiring episode of The MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Paul Hylenski, CEO and Founder of Vet Mentor AI, Marine Corps veteran, best-selling author, and 4x Tedx Speaker to explore his journey from the flight line to the forefront of artificial intelligence. After serving eight years in the Marine Corps — including at the pr…

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Ep. 116 Combat Boots, Construction, and Capital: Marine Veteran Nick Powell’s Transition from the Corps to Construction Tech 43:11

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In this powerful episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with fellow Marine veteran and entrepreneur Nick Powell, Vice President of Business Development at BigRentz, the nation's largest equipment rental network. Nick shares his incredible journey from a turbulent path in high school to the Marine Corps, where a chance encounter w…

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Reimagining Property Management Teams Communication with the Slack of Real Estate, with Synco Co-founder & CEO Jason Griffith 49:39

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Jason Griffith is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Synco, a centralized messaging platform designed to streamline communication for property management teams like LeFrak and Kaled Management. Synco addresses the challenges of fragmented communication channels by providing a real-time, collaborative environment that enhances operational efficiency acros…

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Ep 115 - From Green Beret to CEO: Gene Yu on Rescues, Redemption, and Resilience 38:30

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In this riveting episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Tim Hsia sits down with Gene Yu — a West Point graduate, former U.S. Army Special Forces officer, author, entrepreneur, and the man behind an audacious real-life hostage rescue mission. Gene shares the extraordinary story that inspired his new book, The Second Shot: A Green Beret’s Last Mission, r…

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Ep. 114 Rangers Lead the Way: Life After Combat and Finding Purpose with Vincent Vargas 44:03

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In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, host Beau Higgins sits down with Vincent "Rocco" Vargas, a man who has worn many uniforms—Army Ranger, Border Patrol Agent, Drill Sergeant, Actor, and more. From chasing a dream in college baseball to deploying with the elite 75th Ranger Regiment, Vincent shares how resilience, adaptability, and servi…

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Accelerating EV Charging Adoption in Multifamily & CRE with a No-Cost Solution, with 3V Infrastructure COO Benjamin Kanner 38:25

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Benjamin Kanner is the Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of 3V Infrastructure, a company accelerating access to electric vehicle charging in multifamily, hospitality, healthcare, and commercial real estate. 3V eliminates the steep upfront capital and operational costs that have historically slowed the deployment of Level 2 EV chargers, enablin…

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Ep. 113 From Combat Engineer to Game Producer: Lewis Manalo’s Journey into Gaming 55:41

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In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Lewis Manalo, Co-Founder and Executive Producer at Old Glory Studios, for a wide-ranging conversation on his incredible journey—from NYU film school to combat engineer in the 82nd Airborne Division, and back to civilian life as a creative force in the gaming and film industries.…

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Ep 112 - Tactical to Tech: A Marine Veteran’s Role in Shaping the Future of Flight with Andrew Christian of Swarm Aero 54:03

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In this powerful episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins welcomes Marine Corps Veteran and current Mission Lead at Swarm Aero, Andrew “Andy” Christian, for an in-depth conversation that spans decades of service, personal evolution, and cutting-edge innovation. Andy shares his story of enlisting in the Marine Corps straight out of Wisconsin,…

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Housing | How to Fix Affordable Housing Development Programs, with HouseKeys CEO Julius Nyanda 43:51

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Julius Nyanda is the Founder and CEO of HouseKeys, unlocking housing opportunity for cities, developers, homeowners, and renters. HouseKeys is a civic tech platform that helps local governments manage affordable and mixed-income housing programs across ownership, rental, and finance. Through its Program Marketplace, Julius and his team streamline a…

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Ep. 111 - Mach 1 Hot Sauce & Heroes: Cassidy Nolan’s Journey from Healing and Helping Fellow Veterans 54:15

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In this compelling episode of the MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins is joined by Cassidy Nolan, a United States Marine Corps Veteran turned advocate for veterans' mental health. Cassidy opens up about his personal journey, from his time in service to his struggles with PTSD and the challenges many veterans face transitioning back to civilian life. …

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Ep 110 - Flying Through Chaos: Miki Nguyen on His Family’s Escape During the Fall of Saigon 57:08

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In this powerful episode of the MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Miki Nguyen to share the gripping story of his family's escape from Saigon during the fall of Vietnam in 1975. Miki’s father, a South Vietnamese military officer, made a heroic and daring escape, not just for his own family, but for his crew and countless others. Miki …

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Ep. 109 Bridging Chaos and Tech: Kevin Cornish of Moth + Flame on How Virtual Reality is Transforming Military Training 45:24

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In this episode of the MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins is joined by Kevin Cornish, the founder and CEO of Moth + Flame, a groundbreaking company revolutionizing training through virtual reality. Kevin shares his journey from Hollywood to tech, detailing how he transitioned from aspiring filmmaker to leading a company at the forefront of AI and VR…

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AI for Public Construction Jobs, with PinPoint Analytics COO Mark Zurada 34:57

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Mark Zurada is the COO and Co-Founder of PinPoint Analytics, an AI-powered platform transforming how public works projects are estimated and bid. PinPoint harnesses advanced algorithms and historical bid data to help contractors, municipalities, and engineering firms in the $200 Billion construction industry generate more accurate, competitive esti…

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Leadership, Combat, and Tech Innovation: Emery Wager's Transition from the Marines to Confido Legal 56:35

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In this episode of the Military Veteran Podcast, Tim Hsia sits down with Emery Wager, a Marine veteran, Stanford graduate, and the co-founder of Confido Legal. Emery takes us on a journey from his childhood in the Pacific Northwest to the competitive sailing world and his transition into the Marines. He reflects on his time at Stanford, where he ba…

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Housing | Reinventing the $470 Billion Home Renovations Market with AI, with Block CEO Julie Kheyfets 29:51

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Julie Kheyfets is the CEO of Block Renovation, an AI-first marketplace platform revolutionizing the home renovation industry by connecting homeowners with contractors and streamlining project planning. She assumed the CEO role in January 2025, following seven years as the company's COO. Before joining Block, Julie led North American growth for Tra…

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Climate Tech | How CRE Can Lower HVAC Costs with World's First Air Quality Ecosystem, with Rensair Co-founder Frederik Hendriksen 36:30

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Frederik Hendriksen is the co-founder of Rensair, pioneering the world’s first air quality ecosystem to cut carbon, costs, and pollutants through next-generation ventilation technology. Rensair’s connected solutions optimize existing HVAC systems, reducing energy costs while delivering cleaner, healthier indoor air—without expensive infrastructure …

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From Marine Corps to CEO: Brian Coyne's Journey into Private Equity 35:31

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In this episode of the MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Brian Coyne, a former Marine and current CEO in the private equity world. Brian shares his unique journey from serving 26 years in the U.S. Marine Corps to successfully transitioning into the private equity sector—a path less traveled by many veterans. Brian discusses how his m…

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Mentorship, Military, and Moving Forward: The Story of Rich Comitz and ACP 42:43

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Welcome back to The MilVet Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Rich Comitz, a dedicated veteran and Chief Operating Officer at American Corporate Partners (ACP), to discuss his remarkable journey from military service to academia and finally to his current role helping veterans transition into civilian careers. Rich takes us through his time…

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Climate Tech | Transforming 300K Homes & 500M SF of CRE To Be Energy Efficient, Healthy & Comfortable, with Aeroseal CEO Amit Gupta 33:00

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Amit Gupta is the CEO of Aeroseal, a cleantech leader revolutionizing building efficiency through patented sealing technologies. Under his leadership, Aeroseal has secured nearly $100 million in private equity funding, including backing from Breakthrough Energy Ventures. The company has sealed 300,000 homes, enhanced performance in 500M+ square fee…

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Housing | How to Manage & Scale Real Estate Repairs & Maintenance for 280,000 Properties, with Lessen CRO Sean Miller 38:46

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Sean Miller is the Chief Revenue Officer at Lessen, leading sales and marketing to expand its tech-enabled property maintenance, repairs, turns and capital improvement services platform, with 3 million work orders completed annually. With deep expertise in real estate technology and IoT, he currently serves as Built Environment advisory board membe…

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Ep. 105 From Army to Acquisitions: Joseph Cabrera on Search Funds & Veteran Leadership 56:04

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In this episode of The MilVet Podcast, Joseph Cabrera from Mainshares joins hosts Brendan Aaronson and Beau Higgins to discuss search funds and small business acquisitions. Cabrera, a former Army officer and special ops veteran, shares his transition from military service to entrepreneurship, including a near-miss with Goldman Sachs. He discusses t…