The ConTechCrew

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample is joined by Jonathan Marsh and special guest Joshua Weyand, Director of Emerging Technologies at Suffolk Construction to discuss the latest construction technology news. They discuss the implications of AI in construction, the rise of cybersecurity threats, and how companies can better protect their data. Joshua shares insights on the future...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew, hosts Jeff Sample and Jonathan Marsh sit down with Joshua Weyand, Director of Emerging Technologies at Suffolk Construction. They get into Joshua's unconventional journey from aspiring software developer to construction technologist and the creative problem-solving that fuels his work. Joshua shares how his passion for automation, data analytics, and leader...

In this special mashup of The ConTech Crew and Construction Dorks , host Jeff Sample teams up with Travis Voss and Trent Leinenbach to discuss the latest in construction technology news. From billion-dollar investments in data centers to shifts in energy production and AI advancements, this episode covers the hottest topics making waves at the MEP Innovation conference. The trio unpacks industry t...

In this special crossover episode of The ConTech Crew and Construction Dorks , Jeff Sample teams up with Travis Voss and Trent Leinenbach to recap their time at MEP Innovation in Los Angeles. They discuss the biggest takeaways from the event, including the evolution of leadership in the MEP industry, the growing importance of data, and how AI is reshaping the construction landscape. With stories f...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew News, hosts Jeff Sample, Jacob D’Albora, and guest Robert Brown get into the most pressing trends shaping the construction technology landscape. They discuss how advancements in technology are driving diversity and inclusion, creating new opportunities for underrepresented groups, and addressing labor shortages. They also tackle the industry’s readiness to handl...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample, alongside Jacob D’Albora, welcomes Robert Brown, Senior Tech Lead at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Robert shares his journey from land surveying to leading the BIM and digital transformation efforts at one of the busiest airports in the world. Packed with humor, insights, and lessons learned, this conversation gets into the ch...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample is joined by Ariel Castillo and guest CEO at Resolve Angel Say to deliver this week’s top construction technology news. The discussion covers groundbreaking AI developments from EarthCam, a new platform connecting academia with industry, reflections on net neutrality, and insights on achieving productivity through better planning and flow state...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample, joined by Ariel Castillo, sits down with Angel Say, CEO and Co-Founder of Resolve. Together, they get into the transformative role of Virtual Reality (VR) in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and how Resolve is bridging the gap between design and operability in construction. Angel shares his views on creating issue-free models, improving use...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood and guest Peyton Kringlie Vice President of Corporate Strategy at LS Black, discuss the latest trends, predictions, and challenges the construction technology is facing as we step into 2025. The conversation covers the rise of interoperability, advancements in precise positioning, and the growing importance of worksite safety...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood sit down with Peyton Kringlie, Vice President of Corporate Strategy at LS Black, to discuss the evolving role of technology in construction. Peyton shares his journey from a family-owned materials supply background to becoming a tech-enabled leader shaping the strategic direction of a $150 million general contractor. This episode ge...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew Podcast, host Jeff Sample, joined by Nathan Wood and special guest Susan Brattberg, gets into the latest trends and breakthroughs in construction technology. Susan, the founder of Global eTraining, brings her expertise to discuss how cross-pollination, collaboration, and innovative tools are reshaping the AEC industry. The conversation also highlights the import...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample, joined by Nathan Wood sits down with Susan Brattberg, founder and Chief Customer Officer of Global eTraining. Together, they discussed the transformative role of digital learning in the construction industry, emphasizing the power of blended learning approaches, AI-powered custom training, and project-specific solutions to enhance technology...

In this insightful episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Tooey Courtemanche, CEO of Procore Technologies. Together, they explore the evolution of the construction industry over the last decade, the transformative power of technology, and the role of leadership in fostering innovation. Tooey reflects on Procore's journey, industry trends...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , host Jeff Sample is joined by Nathan Wood and special guest Alex Sidorov the COO and CFO of Gamma AR , a leading company in augmented reality for construction. They explore critical topics such as the challenges of BIM integration, the future role of AI in construction, and how human collaboration can reshape the industry. The conversation highlights key chall...

In today’s episode, we are delighted to be joined by a huge figure in the construction industry: Fred Mills from B1M! B1M has over 2 million subscribers and is one of the largest channels in the construction industry.  Fred is an entrepreneur and founder of B1M and TomorrowsBuild. He has become a global figure in construction video and a role model to millions of people interested in or already wo...

EPISODE 420: How do general contractors (GCs) spend most of their time? A recent study conducted on job sites reveals that GCs spend only 8% of their time in the field. The rest is consumed by tasks such as documenting discrepancies (16%), searching for the right information (15%), and meeting preparation (13%). Why are we wasting so much of these skilled professional’s time doing paperwork? Enter...

In this episode of The ConTech Crew , hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood are joined by Alex Sidorov , the COO and CFO of Gamma AR , a leading company in augmented reality for construction. Together, they explore the evolving role of AR, the challenges in adopting new technologies, and the importance of integrating innovation into the construction workflow. Alex shares his fascinating transition fro...

In this episode of The Contech Crew, hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood sit down with Charlie Dunn, a construction industry expert passionate about integrating technology and leadership to shape the future of construction. Charlie shares his journey, the challenges faced in modern construction projects, and how embracing innovation can lead to transformative growth in the industry. Discover how Cha...

In this engaging episode of The ConTech Crew , hosts Jeff Sample and Nathan Wood sit down with Charlie Dunn, a thought leader in the construction industry and a self-described "project storyteller." Charlie shares his journey from nuclear projects to construction, focusing on how visual planning and collaborative approaches can transform projects and drive efficiency. From lessons learned...

In this engaging episode of The ConTech Crew, host Jeff Sample is joined by Bob Salaj, Director of Customer Advisory for Construction at QuickBase, for a comprehensive recap of Procore Groundbreak. The conversation explores industry trends, innovative technologies, and the practical application of cutting-edge tools in construction. With a focus on bridging the gap between field operations and tec...

EPISODE 437: How did 2024 shape the construction tech world? Did it live up to its promise? Join us in this special episode with co-hosts Ariel Castillo and Nathan Wood as we revisit our predictions for the “Year of Information” and spotlight the groundbreaking innovations transforming construction. From AI-driven compliance tools to autonomous robotics like TyBOT, this conversation explores how t...

EPISODE 436: Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the rapid pace of automation? You’re not alone! Many worry about the impact of technology on their jobs. But what if you could turn that fear into opportunity? In this week’s episode, my co-host Nathan Wood and I sit down with Meaghan Ziemba, founder and host of the Mavens of Manufacturing Podcast. Meaghan shares how storytelling is reshaping industri...

EPISODE 435: Are you still using outdated tools like Excel for estimating? Time to switch to the cloud! In this week’s episode of The ConTech Crew, my co-host Nathan Wood and I sit down with Dustin DeVan, CEO of Ediphi, a cloud-based estimating tool. Dustin, who also founded BuildingConnected (later acquired by Autodesk), shares his journey from general contracting to pioneering cloud-based tools...

EPISODE 434: We are in an exciting, transformative era where new technologies, like AI, are reshaping industries at every level. But is the construction industry truly prepared to embrace these advances without fear? In this week’s episode, Jeff Sample chats with Usman Shuja, the CEO of Bluebeam, about how AI and technology impact the construction industry. With a background in AI development acro...

EPISODE 433: Imagine a construction site where every tech tool talks to each other seamlessly–no re-entry, no manual updates–just data flowing effortlessly. Sounds ambitious, right? In this episode of The ConTech Crew, Nathan Wood and I sit down with Nick Caravella, Director of Growth and Industry Strategy at Avicado, a company dedicated to helping construction owners and teams create a connected...