Why Patrick E. Murphy Believes AI Will Change Everything in Construction (S3:E13)
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About Patrick Murphy
Patrick Murphy is a former U.S. Congressman turned serial entrepreneur and innovator in construction technology. As a key leader in Florida’s largest general contracting family business, Coastal Construction, Patrick now leads multiple ventures, including two AI companies, Togal AI and Code Comply AI, that are reimagining how homes and buildings are designed, estimated, and built.
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Episode Highlights:
In this episode, Bobby Mascia sits down with Patrick Murphy, a former U.S. Congressman turned entrepreneur and innovator. Patrick is the driving force behind two AI-driven companies, Togal AI and Code Comply AI, which are revolutionizing the way homes are estimated, designed, and built. He shares how his journey from politics to leading Florida’s largest construction company led him to tackle the housing crisis using technology.
[02:21 ] “It goes back to my dad. That if you wanna be a garbage man, if you wanna be an astronaut, a doctor, just be the best at it. Just fucking work your ass off.” — Patrick Murphy
Patrick reflects on his upbringing in a family of builders and how his father’s work ethic shaped his entrepreneurial spirit. He discusses his time in Congress, where he learned valuable lessons about leadership and the challenges of constantly campaigning. After leaving politics, Patrick returned to his family’s construction business, with a new focus on building smarter and more sustainably through innovation.
[16:40 ] “I believe one of the most important things we need to address as a society is where and how we live and we have a workforce housing crisis in our country.” — Patrick Murphy
He shares his belief that technology can bridge the housing affordability gap and make homeownership more accessible for younger generations. Patrick also reflects on the challenges of running a multi-generational family business and how innovation, bold vision, and trust in his team are key to his success.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone curious about the future of AI and housing, this episode will leave you inspired by Patrick’s blend of vision, humility, and relentless drive to build a better world.
In this episode:
- [00:00 ] Introduction and Patrick’s background
- [01:45 ] How Patrick Murphy’s dad inspired his mindset to disrupt
- [02:09 ] Patrick Murphy’s journey: from Congress to construction
- [04:15 ] How politics reshaped Patrick Murphy’s view on business and leadership
- [07:32 ] Patrick Murphy’s most impactful achievements in Congress
- [12:34 ] How the BP oil spill and Haiti earthquake sparked new opportunities
- [14:13 ] Founding Togal AI and Code Comply AI
- [19:34 ] The future of construction: AI, estimating, and global expansion
- [24:49 ] AI in real estate and construction
- [27:38 ] Family dynamics in business
- [31:10 ] Balancing multiple businesses and personal life
- [40:21 ] Future vision for const























