"I remember bringing Tracy Young to my job site when PlanGrid was just an MVP. She offered us the software for free - we just needed to provide the iPads. My PM and PX didn't get it. They told me, 'Don't waste my time like that again.'" In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Tom Feliz share his journey from construction sites to tech leadersh…

"53% of the construction workforce is expected to retire by 2036. And that number is going up, not down." In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Kris from Procore and we got to learn about their just-released Future State of Construction 2025 report, which reveals how technology will transform productivity, design, decision-making, and the wo…

"The best salespeople don't need to talk about their successes - they focus on what went wrong and how to improve. At Joist AI, we don't want to hear about past wins, only lessons learned." In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, We had Anton Marinovich from Joist AI and he shared his construction tech go-to-market journey from my father's masonry …

"The best renewal is no renewal. So closing a three-year agreement, right?" In today's episode of our Go To Market Series from the Bricks & Bytes Podcast, we have Kevin Halter (CRO of OpenSpace) share his journey from scaling PlanGrid from $5M to $100M+ ARR and building high-performing sales teams in construction tech. Tune in to find out about: ✅ …

Send us a text If you’ve been burned by a hire who looked amazing on paper but fell flat in execution, you’re not alone. According to Ryan Lazanis, CPA and founder of Future Firm®, almost 1 in 2 new hires fail within the first 18 months. Let that sink in. And it’s not because they don’t know how to do the work; they don’t have the right attitude. T…

Send us a text Dawn Brolin’s perspective is clear: profitability and freedom are not mutually exclusive. In fact, one enables the other. The accounting firms that master workflow efficiency, set strategic boundaries, and leverage technology are the ones that thrive financially while enjoying the personal time they deserve. Yet, the path to achievin…

"Genius is 99% perspiration and only 1% innovation." In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we have Darren Martin, Chief Digital Officer at Atkins Realis, sharing powerful insights about technology implementation in a global engineering firm with 40,000 employees. Tune in to find out about: ✅ How they evaluate technology investments (looking for at …

"We got to a million dollars in ARR by taking meetings any way we could - sending chunky mail, handwritten cards, even just picking up the phone. It's simple." In today's episode of Bricks, Bucks and Bytes, we had Martin Roth sharing his journey as Levelset's go-to-market leader and the real-world tactics that helped scale the business to a success…

"AI in construction isn't just hype - we're in construction, so we know nobody will deploy solutions based on hype alone." In today's episode of Brick and Bytes, we had Vivin Hegde from Zakua Ventures sharing insights on construction tech investments and market trends. Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why robotics is becoming essential in construction …

Send us a text Growth is thrilling. Your accounting firm is gaining traction, new clients are onboarding, and your team is expanding, and you hit the wall—not the productivity wall, but the security wall. That’s when fear creeps in. One wrong click. One accidental email. One piece of client data was sent to the wrong “John,” and everything you’ve b…

"Loading 19 files, each over a gigabyte, into a web browser and manipulating them like butter was the moment I knew I had to join Qonic." - Aaron Perry, former digital design lead at one of UK's largest architecture firms. In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we sat down with Mark and Aaron from Qonic to explore how they're revolutionizing AEC s…

"I love my iPhone, but you don't hear people say, I love my consultant." In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we welcomed Angelos Nicolaou from Sektor AI who shared fascinating insights about construction tech adoption, the "anti-consultant" movement, and why technology must equal profitability. Tune in to find out about: ✅ How Sektor helps compan…

"To be able to provide more data faster, we need to rely on generation. In order to progress a project and know what's going to be built, you need floor plans." - Jesper on why floor plan generation matters. In today's episode of the Future of Design Series from the Bricks and Bytes, we had Jesper, co-founder and CPO of Finch, sharing insights on c…

Send us a text You didn’t start your business to work 80 hours a week. You didn’t leave your 9-to-5 to be chained to your inbox. So why does growth feel like dragging you away from the life you wanted to build? If you’ve ever wondered how to grow your business without losing yourself, Keila Hill-Trawick of Little Fish Accounting delivered the bluep…

"Insulation has a 3-4x better ROI than heat pumps and 10x better than solar systems. Most people get this wrong when retrofitting their homes." In today's episode of the podcast, we had Chris from VARM, who shared his journey of building a VC-backed installation business aimed at becoming the European champion in the space. Tune in to find out abou…

"The future of building design is on the cloud. File-based design systems are becoming obsolete." In today's episode of the Future of Design Series from the Bricks and Bytes podcast, we had Altaf from Snaptrude who shared fascinating insights about the evolution of design software in architecture and construction. Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why c…

"We make money when our customers make money" In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Mike Powers and Ben Lyddane from BuildVision who shared their journey of raising a $10M Series A led by Norwest Ventures. Their platform helps contractors procure mechanical and electrical equipment more efficiently, saving 20-30% on costs while creating new …

"The interest of a contractor and the interest of a client are the same: I want you to finish this building to the best quality, to that date. And if I'm really smart as a client, I want you to make money too." In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had James Pellatt, founder of Digital Trees consultancy, sharing insights from his extensive car…

"Knowledge is power when dealing with tariffs. The lack of it caused numerous contractors to go out of business during the last supply chain disruption. We're not going to let that happen again." In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, Josh Levy from Document Crunch shared how they're helping construction companies navigate the recent tariff change…

"A tech-enabled general contractor reduced construction costs by 30% and build times by 25% - not by replacing trades, but by empowering them with better tools." In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Salman from Mosaic who shared how they're revolutionizing the built-to-rent housing sector by bringing together software and construction exp…

"I started Integrated Projects with $12,000 in what I thought was emergency funds. Looking back, probably the silliest decision." - Jose Cruz In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Jose Cruz of Integrated Projects (IPX) sharing his journey from bootstrapping to raising venture funding. Tune in to find out about: ✅ How growing up in his parent…

Send us a text Imagine trying to cook a five-star meal in a kitchen crammed with unused cookware, mismatched utensils, and multiple versions of the same pans. Would you feel calm, focused, and in control, or overwhelmed and inefficient? According to Kellie Parks, CPB, Owner of Calmwaters Accounting, that’s exactly how your tech stack can either mak…

Note : This is a re-release of an episode that was originally uploaded to BitBuilders. "I've made every single mistake that exists in running startups." - Massimo Banzi, co-founder of Arduino Our host, Gabriele Tinelli - investor at Foundamental, Aerospace Engineer and hardware nerd - sits down with Massimo Banzi, the co-creator of Arduino. They di…

"We've done over 160 acquisitions since 2002. Some small, some billion-dollar companies." - Alex Brihac, VP of Strategy at Hexagon In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Alex Brihac from Hexagon, a $6 billion company that most in construction tech haven't heard of! We learned about their acquisition strategy, how they evaluate companies, and …

Writer and digital creator Lola Kolade manifested every single detail about the life she’s living now — and she wants to teach you how to do it, too. Host Jillian Anthony (author of the Cruel Summer Book Club newsletter) talks to the inventor of Rat Girl Summer about her success on TikTok, embracing her identity as a writer, the quantum fields and …

"AI agents aren't replacing humans—they're just handling 80% of the work, freeing skilled professionals to do what they do best." In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had James Garner, Global Head of Data, Insights & Analytics at Gleeds, discussing how AI is transforming construction consultancy. Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why construction is…

Send us a text The divide between bookkeepers and tax preparers isn’t just frustrating; it’s costly. Miscommunication, duplicated work, and last-minute scrambles waste time and money. Worse, they leave small business clients with disorganized books and tax headaches. If you’ve ever found yourself muttering, "Why didn’t the bookkeeper clean this up?…

Note : This episode is a re-release of an episode that was initially released at Groundbreakers. "It turns out in construction and real estate, there's a lot of big problems. There's an abundance of them." - This candid observation from Built Technologies' CEO perfectly captures why construction tech is ripe for disruption. In our latest conversati…

"AI agents could eliminate 20% of time spent searching for information on construction projects" In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Rajitha Chaparala, VP of Product Data and AI at Procore, share fascinating insights about the future of construction technology and AI implementation. Tune in to discover: ✅ How AI agents are transforming dai…

Note: This is a re-release of an episode that was originally published at Groundbreakers. "I sued the bar association because they tried to restrict blogging. Content was just the way I saw the world." - This mindset led to a $500M exit. In today's episode of Groundbreakers from Bricks and Bytes, we had Scott Wolfe, founder of Levelset, share the r…

"Training an AI model's final run for $6M does not mean the entire model costs $6M" In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Alan Mosca, CTO and co-founder of nPlan, who shared fascinating insights about AI developments, construction tech, and the future of project planning. Tune in to find out about: ✅ The truth behind DeepSeek's training co…

Send us a text At WorkflowCon 2024, Erica Goode—a CPA, solo firm owner, and productivity strategist—shared a framework that flips the traditional 40-hour workweek. Erica runs a profitable, six-figure accounting firm and works 15 hours a week. No burnout. No endless to-do lists. No hustle-for-hustle’s-sake. Her strategy isn’t about shortcuts or work…

Note : This is a re-release of an episode that was initially released at Groundbreakers. "Nobody replied to our cold emails. So we started showing up at construction sites with pizza boxes - that worked." In today's episode, we had Maria Davidson, CEO of Kojo, share how she built a construction tech company now valued at $275M. A former VC with no …

Imagine generating structural engineering drawings 10 times faster. That's what Genia is doing, and it's changing the game for structural engineers. Recently we were invited to the BOOST cohort from Suffolk Technologies where we had a chance to interview Zhihao, co-founder and CEO of Genia, and we got to learn about how their generative design co-p…

"The secret to raising $4.5M for a construction tech startup? 149 'nos' and 1 'yes' from YC." In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Anna Berger, founder of Trayd - a construction payroll and compliance platform built specifically for specialty contractors. From failing at video dating apps to revolutionizing construction back offices, Anna's…

Did you know that building materials account for 11% of all greenhouse gas emissions globally? It's a huge number, and that's why Tangible exists! Recently, we were invited to the BOOST cohort from Suffolk Technologies where we had a chance to interview Anneli, co-founder and CEO of Tangible, and we got to learn about how they're helping real estat…

"Project write-offs, financial losses" - that's the problem that Novl is tackling head on for architecture and engineering firms! Recently we were invited to the BOOST cohort from Suffolk Technologies where we had a chance to interview Shawn and Hassan, co-founders of Novl, and we got to learn about how they are helping companies to improve their m…

"We all have a plan until we get punched in the face" - A mindset that helped transform a 25-year-old directory business into a tech-enabled marketplace. In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we sat down with Jambu, CEO of Checkatrade, who shared how he's leading the UK's largest trade platform through its next evolution. From his early days at Ube…

Send us a text Scaling your accounting firm requires strategy, structure, and a system that evolves with you. It’s about creating frameworks—tailored, practical, and adaptable—to guide how your firm operates, serves clients, and builds a team culture that thrives. At WorkflowCon 2024, three industry leaders—Megan Comer, Roman Villard, CPA, and Chad…

"Data silos are real, right?" That's how our conversation started with Kroo, and it perfectly captures the challenge they're tackling in construction. Recently we were invited to the BOOST cohort from Suffolk Technologies, where we had a chance to interview Barry and Jonathan, Kroo's co-founders, and we learned about their modern data management ap…

Ever wondered how offsite manufacturing is changing the construction game? Recently, we were invited to the BOOST cohort from Suffolk Technologies where we had a chance to interview Tom and Ross, co-founders of Artic, and we gained insights into their innovative factory-to-site logistics approach and how they are addressing the challenges of modula…

"We invested in companies doing direct factory procurement in India, access control for equipment theft prevention, and project management tools for emerging markets - and that's just from our latest cohort." In today's episode of Bricks & Bytes, we had Alice from Brick & Mortar Ventures share fascinating insights about construction tech investing,…

"Pre-construction is actually just free construction because it's a lot of work up front that you don't often get paid for." - Chloe Smith, CEO of Mercator In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we sat down with Chloe Smith, who shared her journey of building Mercator, a construction tech startup that's changing how contractors find early-stage pr…

Send us a text Do big projects leave you feeling stuck? In this episode of the Accounting Flow Podcast, we’re chatting with Justine Lackey about her easy 3-step framework to make even the biggest tasks feel doable. She covered how to break projects into smaller steps, stay focused, and get things done without stress. Whether you’re managing your bu…

Note: This episode is a Re-Release from Corporate Innovations. Big tech investments without testing? At DPR Construction, that's a hard NO. Even with a $90M annual tech budget, they won't invest until they've tested solutions on actual projects. In today's episode of Corporate Innovations from Bricks & Bytes, we had Atul Khanzode, CTO of DPR Constr…

"A £650,000 micro-factory can build 100 homes per year, while a traditional modular factory costing £100M+ struggles to deliver 200 homes annually. The math speaks for itself." In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Bruce and Oliver from Facit Homes and Facit Technologies sharing their journey of revolutionizing home construction through di…

"I can't make that journey all the way to that facility and write up for you in a Notion board what it's like. You have to go to a construction site to really understand how busy people are." In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, we had Emidio Piermarini, and we got to learn about the challenges of product management in construction tech, the imp…

Send us a text Ready to conquer tax season without losing your mind? In this episode, Roman Villard, CPA, sits with Brenda S. Cannon, CPA, to break down the ultimate workflow for organizing and scheduling tax preparation with clients—without the headaches. Brenda shares her go-to strategies, tools, and tips for staying on top of appointments, strea…

Is the future of architectural design in the cloud? 🤔 In today's episode of Bricks and Bytes, Stan from Rayon talks about revolutionizing 2D drafting for architects and interior designers. He shares how cloud-based software is changing the game, making design tools more accessible and collaborative. Tune in to find out about: ✅ Why 90% of buildings…