AEC Tech Journeys with Mayur Mistry

In this episode, Noa Ouziel, co-founder of Arbel AI, shares her inspiring journey from Intel to startup success, highlighting lessons learned, building a construction tech company, and insights on fundraising, culture, and innovation.   Takeaways Strict boundaries and focus are crucial for startup success. Market validation can be a turning point in product development. Building a diverse and frie...

In this insightful interview, Jake Jurewicz, co-founder and CEO of Blue Energy, shares his journey from nuclear engineering at MIT to leading innovative nuclear projects aimed at transforming energy production. Discover how his background, challenges faced, and technological innovations are shaping the future of sustainable energy, especially in the context of AI's growing power demands.   key top...

Arman Gukasyan, founder and CEO of Revizto, shares his 17-year journey in transforming construction industry workflows through innovative software solutions. Discover insights on industry challenges, product development, building industry relationships, and future trends.   key topics Construction industry challenges and data waste Role of gaming technology in construction software Building indust...

In this insightful interview, Antonia Soler, VP of Marketing at Fieldwire and head of Hilti Ventures, shares her career journey from engineering to venture capital, her approach to innovation in construction tech, and advice for startups entering the industry. Discover how her diverse experiences and strategic insights can guide construction startups from prototype to product-market fit.   key top...

Franco Giaquinto, CEO of Outbuild, shares insights on construction tech, industry challenges, and future trends. Discover how to build trust, focus on value, and navigate the complex landscape of construction innovation.   key topics Construction industry challenges and solutions Building trust and credibility in construction tech Strategies for startup growth and focus Future trends in constructi...

In this insightful interview, Quinn Small, Founder & CEO at Driive, shares her journey from early career in window coverings to leading a tech-driven scheduling platform for home services. Discover how her innovative approach leverages AI and automation to transform industry practices, improve efficiency, and boost revenue.   key topics Quinn Small's entrepreneurial journey from window coverin...

Clive Jordan, Co-founder & CEO of Plannerly, shares insights from his 30-year career in the AEC industry, focusing on BIM management, industry challenges, and startup lessons. Discover how he navigated industry resistance, built a collaborative platform, and the importance of trust and simplicity in digital transformation.   key topics Evil BIM and industry waste Building Plannerly from scratc...

In this insightful interview, Shelley Copsey, CEO and co-founder of FYLD, shares her journey from advising on innovation to building AI solutions for field workers. Discover how her company leverages real-time data, AI, and user-centric design to transform infrastructure maintenance and safety.   key topics AI-driven field data analysis Customer-centric product design Behavioral change in field wo...

In this insightful interview, David Niewiadomski, General Manager at Building Works, shares his journey from civil engineering to leading innovative building data solutions. Discover how Building Works is transforming construction closeout processes, improving data management, and future-proofing buildings with cutting-edge technology.   key topics Building data management and closeout processes T...

Mark Seeger, founder and co-CEO of Glydways, shares his journey from engineering to revolutionizing urban mobility with autonomous flow networks. Discover how his innovative approach aims to transform city transportation by moving from scarcity to abundance of flow, addressing congestion, cost, and sustainability.   key topics History of mobility technology Flow networks and their advantages Techn...

In this insightful interview, Lisa Mohapatra, CEO of Bidblox AI, shares her journey from mechanical engineering to leading AI-driven solutions in construction. Discover how her platform automates pre-construction processes, reduces manual work by 80%, and accelerates project timelines, transforming the traditional AEC industry.   key topics AI-driven automation in pre-construction Lisa Mohapatra’s...

Andrea Matta, co-founder of Ideatura, breaks down why construction documentation remains one of the most painful bottlenecks in architecture.  Drawing from his experience working with Revit in real-world projects, he explains how repetitive workflows and manual detailing still dominate despite advanced 3D models. In this conversation, he shares how Ideatura is building AI inside Revit to automate...

In this insightful interview, Vince Meens, founder and CEO of Maeconomy, shares his journey from tech development to revolutionizing circular construction. Discover how his innovative platform is turning urban materials into valuable, tradable assets, and learn practical strategies for sustainable urban development.   key topics Circular construction and urban material reuse Digital infrastructure...

In this episode, Christoffer Winquist, CEO & Co-founder of Groundhawk.io, shares insights into how AI and 3D mapping are revolutionizing underground infrastructure digitization across Europe. Discover the journey from startup inception to scaling, technical challenges, and future visions for construction industry transformation.   key topics   Groundhawk's innovative AI-powered 3D mapping for...

In this episode, Kirk Donohoe, CEO of GRAND, breaks down how trust infrastructure is reshaping the construction industry through AI-driven payment systems, unlocking new opportunities for entrepreneurship and business growth.  He shares hard-earned startup advice, from navigating go-to-market strategies to avoiding common pitfalls when building a company to sell. If you’re exploring the intersecti...

In this insightful interview, Anton Marinovich, CRO at Joist AI, shares his extensive experience in SaaS and construction tech. He discusses the evolution of GTM strategies, the challenges of selling AI in construction, and practical advice for founders and sales teams aiming for growth in the industry.   key topics GTM strategies in construction tech Challenges of selling AI in construction Build...

In this insightful interview, Viktar Beliakou, founder of Enji Technologies, shares his journey from structural engineering to AI-driven software solutions for engineers. Discover how his platform aims to revolutionize engineering calculations, the challenges of integrating AI in construction, and advice for engineers interested in technology.   key topics AI in Structural Engineering Development...

In this insightful interview, Jefferson Sanchez, Co-founder of BIMROCK AI,  shares his journey from a first-generation immigrant and academic to a construction tech innovator. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in BIM automation, the role of AI in construction, and how to build a technology-native firm in the AEC industry. key topics Jefferson Sanchez's career journey and reflections Ch...

In this insightful interview, Claire Wilson, CEO & Co-founder of Siteline, shares her journey from structural engineer to construction tech founder. Discover how her industry experience shaped innovative billing solutions for subcontractors, the challenges faced, and her vision for transforming construction payments.   key  topics   Construction industry challenges Subcontractor billing pain p...

In this insightful interview, Andres Mitnik, CEO & Co-founder of Strong By Form, shares his journey from environmental engineering to pioneering biocomposite construction materials. Discover how innovative natural fiber composites are transforming the construction industry, overcoming technical and logistical challenges, and the strategic steps to scale sustainable building solutions globally....

In this insightful interview, Alessandro Pilone, CEO of Skanio, shares his journey from electronics to revolutionizing elevator modernization using digital twin technology. Discover how his innovative approach addresses infrastructure challenges, sustainability, and digital transformation in the construction industry.   key topics Digital twin technology for elevators Startup journey and challenge...

In this interview, Alexander Lovell, Principal at Lovell Minnick Partners LLC, shares his journey from college to private equity, offering valuable insights into deal sourcing, industry trends, and the impact of AI on private equity. Perfect for aspiring investors and industry veterans alike.   takeaways Accounting provides a strong foundation for private equity. Networking is crucial for career a...

In this insightful interview, Dev Amratia, CEO of nPlan, shares his journey from managing complex construction projects at Shell to pioneering AI-driven risk management in construction. Discover how nPlan's innovative AI is transforming project forecasting, decision-making, and industry practices, along with future trends in AI interfaces and construction technology. key topics AI-driven risk fore...

In this insightful interview, Nikolai Suvorov, VP of Sales at Versatile, shares his journey from construction to tech, strategies for enterprise sales in the construction industry, and lessons on building successful sales teams. Discover how relevance, data, and relationship-building drive growth in construction tech.   key topics Enterprise sales strategies in construction Building relevance and...

In this insightful interview, Kanav Hasija, Co-Founder & CEO at MeltPlan, shares his journey from IIT Kharagpur to building an AI-native pre-construction platform. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in the construction industry, the impact of AI, and practical advice for founders and industry professionals.   key topics The systemic challenges in construction industry and how AI can...