Slice of Construction

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Bill Mandara, Chief Executive Officer & Owner at Mancini Duffy.What you’ll get out of this episode:From Roots to Leadership: Bill Mandara shares his journey from a family of contractors to leading Mancini Duffy through a strategic transformation and nationwide expansion.Diverse Practice Areas: Mancini Duffy now spans corporate interiors, aviation, hospitality, life sciences, residential, healthcare, and more.Tech-Driven Innovation: The firm integrates AR, VR, and AI into project delivery, aiming for real-time approval and construction from Revit models.Valuing Expertise: Mandara advocates for a shift away from commoditizing architecture, stressing the value of experience and collaborative problem-solving.Client-Centric Philosophy: His leadership emphasizes teamwork, relatability, and making complex processes approachable for clients.To learn more about Mancini Duffy:Website http://www.manciniduffy.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/mancini-duffy/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mandara-ra-8ab36b11/ Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Eldar Sadikov, CEO & Co-Founder at Field Materials.What you’ll get out of this episode:From AI Researcher to Construction Tech Leader: Eldar Sadikov transitioned from a Stanford PhD program and PayPal-acquired startup to co-founding Field Materials.Deep Industry Roots: With a family background in construction, Eldar brings personal passion to solving procurement inefficiencies.AI That Wows the Industry: Their AI capabilities—especially document recognition—became the product’s standout feature, driving rapid growth.Rocket-Fueled Series A: Raised an oversubscribed Series A in just two weeks, buoyed by strong customer traction and growth.Big Vision for Vertical Software: Plans to double GMV and expand the platform’s modules, tackling the complexities of diverse construction trades.To learn more about Field Materials:Website http://www.fieldmaterials.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/fieldmaterials/Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eldarsadikov/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Tom Deane, Co-Founder and CEO at ProjectMark CRM.What you’ll get out of this episode:Tom Deane’s Journey: From Dublin building sites to co-founding ProjectMark in San Francisco.Startup Lessons: Importance of validating customer pain and timing investor outreach.Fundraising Realities: Navigating the gray area of being “too early” or “too late” for VCs.Tech and Labor in Construction: AI adoption and labor shortages shaping the industry.ProjectMark's Vision: Simplifying data, enhancing relationships, and fueling revenue growth.To learn more about ProjectMark CRM:Website https://www.projectmark.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/projectmark/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-deane-5b93b93a/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Josef Bromovsky, CEO and Co-Founder at Algoma.What you’ll get out of this episode:Solving Housing Supply Crisis: Algoma uses AI to streamline pre-construction and address the U.S. housing shortage.Designed for Developers: Targets mid-sized real estate developers lacking large in-house analysis teams.Sustainability Recognized: Awarded for promoting mass timber use via New York and Georgia Mass Timber Studio grants.Pre-Construction Insights: Offers zoning, site capacity, rent comps, and demographic data through a single address search.Investor Confidence: Raised $2.3M in seed funding led by Zakuwa Ventures, focused on transforming the built environment.To learn more about Algoma:Website https://www.algoma.co/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/algomaco/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/josefbromovsky/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: NK Chaitanya, CEO & Co-Founder at Track3D.What you’ll get out of this episode:Track3D simplifies construction monitoring by using AI and visual data from any camera type—no BIM or drawings required.NK Chaitanya's tech journey spans 17 years, from gesture-control devices to smart city modeling, leading to Track3D's inception.AI breakthroughs now allow zero-shot object recognition, enabling tracking without prior data training.Future visions include autonomous robots on job sites providing real-time feedback and improving workflow accuracy.Accessibility is key—Track3D is scalable from multimillion-dollar projects to small home renovations.To learn more about Track3D:Website https://track3d.ai/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/track3dai/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaitanyanaredla/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guests: Shreesha Ramdas, CEO & Co-Founder at Lumber & Kirk Samuelson, Executive Chairman at BuilderFax.What you’ll get out of this episode:Lumber acquires BuilderFax to enhance innovation and support skilled construction workers.BuilderFax remains a free app, providing credential tracking, career support, and wellness tools for construction workers.Integration with Lumber enables seamless onboarding and verified credential transfers between apps.New capabilities planned, including career guidance, financial literacy, and mental wellness resources.Contractors can differentiate themselves by adopting the app and showing support for workforce development.To learn more about:Lumber Website https://www.lumberfi.com Lumber LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/lumberfi/ BuilderFax Website https://www.builderfax.com/ BuilderFax LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/builderfax/Guest's Socials:Shreesha Ramdas LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreesharamdas/Kirk Samuelson LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirk-samuelson-208768b6/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Patric Hellermann, General Partner at Foundamental.What you’ll get out of this episode:Patric Hellermann shares why Foundamental focuses solely on early-stage construction tech investments worldwide.Discover the regional tech bottlenecks from India’s supply chain to the U.S.'s fragmented software landscape.Learn why local “avatars” are critical and why copying successful models across geographies rarely works.Gain insight into Hellermann’s top investment areas: robotics, pre-construction efficiency, and new data infrastructures.Understand his philosophy on long-term impact and the nonlinear nature of innovation in construction.To learn more about Foundamental:Website https://www.foundamental.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundamental/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/aecvc/?originalSubdomain=deShow and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Tessa Lau, Founder & CEO at Dusty Robotics.What you’ll get out of this episode:The Inspiration Behind Dusty Robotics – Tessa Lau’s journey from AI and automation to revolutionizing construction with robotics.How Dusty Robotics Works – A breakdown of the field printer and how it enhances construction layout accuracy.Adoption & Challenges – Overcoming skepticism and achieving industry-leading accuracy.Robotics & Construction Misconceptions – It’s not about replacing labor, but improving quality and efficiency.Entrepreneurial Lessons – Tessa’s insights on resilience, adaptation, and leading through challenges.To learn more about Dusty Robotics:Website https://www.dustyrobotics.com/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/dusty-robotics/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessalau/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Victor Zhang, Co-Founder & CEO at Trestle.What you’ll get out of this episode:From Civil Engineering to AI-Driven Construction: Victor Zhang’s journey from infrastructure projects to co-founding Trestle.The Birth of Trestle: How Zhang identified a data gap in construction risk management and built a solution.AI in Risk Assessment: How Trestle's AI replicates risk managers’ expertise to streamline contractor-vendor partnerships.Overcoming Startup Challenges: The struggles of early product failures, gaining industry traction, and refining their market approach.What’s Next for Trestle: Expanding partnerships, network effects, and improving vendor-contractor collaboration.To learn more about Trestle:Website https://www.gotrestle.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/gotrestle/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/vzhangpe/ Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Jeevan Kalanithi, CEO at OpenSpace.What you’ll get out of this episode:Jeevan Kalanithi’s Journey – From AI research at Stanford to leading OpenSpace in construction tech.OpenSpace’s Vision – Simplifying construction with AI-powered reality capture.Impact of 360-Degree Cameras – How visual documentation enhances efficiency and decision-making.Reducing Construction Risk – Using AI for insurance, payment approvals, and project transparency.The Future of Spatial AI – How OpenSpace is leveraging AI to further transform the industry.To learn more about OpenSpace:Website http://www.openspace.ai LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/openspace.ai/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeevan/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Andrew Zukoski, Co-Founder & CEO at Join.What you’ll get out of this episode:What is Join? A software solution optimizing early design and pre-construction for commercial projects.Industry Shift: The rise of collaborative delivery methods like design-build and CM at risk.Real-World Impact: How Join helps owners make faster, better-informed decisions.Key Lessons Learned: Why buildings are ultimately about people and relationships.What’s Next? Join’s expansion into enterprise-wide data aggregation and risk assessment.To learn more about Join:Website https://join.build LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/joindotbuild/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewzukoski/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Franco Giaquinto, CEO at Outbuild.What you’ll get out of this episode:Origins of Outbuild – How Franco Giaquinto identified inefficiencies in general contractor workflows and launched Outbuild to solve them.Driving Innovation in Construction Tech – Why practical, easy-to-implement solutions matter more than flashy, untested technology. Lessons in Startup Growth – The importance of market research, customer feedback, and staying focused amid industry noise. Fundraising & Scaling Strategy – How Outbuild’s Series A funding is fueling product expansion, sales, and team growth. Advice for Construction Tech Founders – Franco’s take on avoiding distractions, maintaining integrity, and staying customer-focused.To learn more about Outbuild:Website http://www.outbuild.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/outbuildconstruction/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/francogiaquinto/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Jefferson Sanchez, Founder at Torque AI.What you’ll get out of this episode:From Construction to AI – Jefferson’s journey from hands-on construction work to founding Torque AI.AI for Field Workers – How conversational AI is changing daily workflows for foremen and superintendents.Navigating the Industry – Insights on the challenges of adopting AI in construction.Pivoting for Impact – How Torque AI is shifting focus to specialty contractors for maximum efficiency.To learn more about Torque AI:Website https://trytorque.co/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/trytorque/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffersonsanchez/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Barry Chiu, CEO & Co-Founder at Kroo.What you’ll get out of this episode:Barry Chiu’s Journey: From construction ownership to co-founding Kroo, a modern data management platform.Solving Data Challenges: How Kroo helps mid-market GCs access enterprise-level data capabilities.Growth & Strategy: Lessons from the Suffolk Technologies Boost Program and prioritizing customer-driven innovation.2025 Outlook: Expansion, AI-driven solutions, and hiring plans to enhance Kroo’s offerings.Advice for Founders: Why understanding industry needs is key to building valuable construction tech solutions.To learn more about Kroo:Website https://www.getkroo.com/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/kroo-construction/Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrychiu1/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Darin Hart, SVP of Advanced Technology Group at Suffolk Construction.What you’ll get out of this episode:Darin Hart's Career Journey: From Turner Construction to leading Suffolk’s Advanced Technology Group.Semiconductors and the CHIPS Act: Tackling the global supply chain challenge and driving onshore manufacturing.Suffolk Tech Ventures: Investing in cutting-edge technology to transform construction practices.The Future of Construction: Addressing labor shortages, modularization, and AI-driven efficiencies.Vision for Suffolk Construction: Building strong relationships and fostering the next generation of skilled trades.To learn more about Suffolk Construction:Website https://www.suffolk.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/suffolk-construction/Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/darin-hart-65b1b135/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Meirav Oren, Co-Founder & Chairwoman at Versatile.What you’ll get out of this episode:Personal Journey: Meirav Oren’s passion for construction safety stems from her family's industry background and a personal tragedy.The Hook Device: Versatile’s innovative crane hook measures job site data, transforming construction workflows.AI-Driven Advancements: Leveraging AI and data, Versatile enhances project estimations, bidding confidence, and team performance.Focus on Superintendents: Versatile empowers overlooked superintendents with actionable insights for safer and more efficient operations.Future Vision: Exciting developments for construction in 2025 with rapid advancements in AI and proprietary data use.To learn more about Versatile:Website https://www.versatile.ai/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/versatileai/Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/meirav-oren/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Alexandra McManus, CEO at Eyrus.What you’ll get out of this episode:Alexandra McManus, co-founder and CEO of Eyrus, discusses tracking workforce data to enhance efficiency and safety on construction sites.Eyrus uses AI and computer vision to analyze construction data, including workforce safety and project management.The importance of using training data to refine AI models for practical construction applications.Challenges in construction tech adoption and the need for unified data sets to advance AI use.To learn more about Eyrus:Website https://www.eyrus.com/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/eyrus/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-mcmanus-6088214/ Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Dr. Sarah Buchner, Founder & CEO at Trunk Tools.What you’ll get out of this episode:Trunk Tools uses generative AI to convert unstructured data into actionable insights for construction workflows.With their AI-based tools, the company tackles the issue of vast construction documentation, reducing costly rework.Recently raised $20 million in Series A funding led by Redpoint Ventures to expand R&D and team growth.Strong partnership with Gilbane, rolling out Trunk Tools' software nationally, showcasing deep industry confidence.To learn more about Trunk Tools:Website https://trunktools.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/trunktools/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-buchner/ Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Phil Thoden, President at The Austin Chapter AGC.What you’ll get out of this episode:Transforming Austin's Skyline: Phil Thoden discusses Austin’s incredible construction boom, likening new buildings to “Texas wildflowers.”Construction Challenges: Learn about Austin’s lengthy permitting process and the impact on project timelines.Tech Innovation in Construction: Phil dives into how technology like drones and AI is reshaping the construction industry.Building Strong Networks: The AGC’s role in fostering community through safety, advocacy, and networking events like clay shoots and contractor rodeos.To learn more about The Austin Chapter AGC:Website https://www.agcaustin.org/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/austin-agc/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-thoden-a024817/ Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc. 

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Adam Stark, Co-Founder at Jet.Build.What you’ll get out of this episode:Simplifying Construction Project Management: Adam Stark shares how Jet.Build enhances project management efficiency by reducing reliance on outdated methods like Excel and email.Shifting to Modern Solutions: He addresses the challenges of changing mindsets in the construction industry from traditional methods to adopting new technology.End-to-End Solutions for Developers: Jet.Build offers comprehensive solutions from the early stages of a project through construction and asset management.AI's Role in Construction: Stark emphasizes the growing importance of AI in reducing administrative tasks, improving project efficiency, and enhancing safety measures.Cautionary Side of AI: While AI is a game-changer, Stark advises caution, especially in automating financial tasks due to potential errors.To learn more about Jet.Build:Website https://jet.build/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/jetbuild-inc/ Guest's Socials:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamstark512/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of ConstructionLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.