The Construction Revolution Podcast

In the seventh episode of the "Building Better with AI" mini-series, host Sarah McGuire explores "The Daily Life of a QC Professional" with Bryan Fulcher, VP of Technical Sales and Services, Maschmeyer Concrete.   Drawing on extensive industry expertise, Bryan provides a glimpse into the multifaceted role of quality control professionals in the concrete sector. The conversation...

In the sixth episode of the "Building Better with AI" mini-series, host Sarah McGuire delves into “The Future of EPDs in Concrete” with featured guest Juan Gonzalez, Manager of Strategic Development & Sustainability, Vulcan Materials .  With a wealth of experience, Juan shares valuable insights into his journey within the field of sustainable construction and environmental practices....

In the fifth episode of the "Building Better with AI" mini-series, host Sarah McGuire explores “The Concrete Journey Through AI and Change” with featured guest Erica Flukinger, Digital Director, Heidelberg Materials .  Drawing from her extensive background, Erica shares valuable insights into her past experiences driving change in the industry. The conversation explores the current lands...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we are joined by Aviv Leibovici, CPO & Co-Founder of Buildots . Aviv brings a mix of technological innovation, and visionary entrepreneurship to the construction industry.  Join host Steven Rossi as he delves into Aviv's remarkable journey from an esteemed educational background in computer science to the groundbreaking establishmen...

In the fourth episode of the “Building Better with AI” mini-series, host Sarah McGuire delves into “The Concrete Approach to Cybersecurity Challenges” with special guest Andy Barnes, CIO, Blue Dot Readi-Mix .   Explore a multitude of cybersecurity aspects within the concrete industry as they unravel misconceptions surrounding IT, emphasizing its broader scope beyond technology and virtual meetings...

In this third episode of the “Building Better with AI” mini-series, host Sarah McGuire leads an insightful discussion on “The Realities of Mix Optimization” with the distinguished Heather Brown , Ph. D., VP, Quality Control and Quality Assurance, Irving Materials .  Delving into the educational realm of the concrete industry, the conversation contrasts classroom teachings with the dynamic challeng...

In the second episode of our “Building Better with AI” mini-series, host Sarah McGuire explores “The Power of Data in Construction” with Alex Leblond, EVP Client Strategy and Industry Partners of Marcotte .   Join Sarah and Alex as they delve into the dynamic world of construction data, unravelling the complexities of on-premises systems and shedding light on the industry’s journey toward technolo...

In this thrilling debut episode of our “Building Better with AI” mini-series, dive into the dynamic world of concrete innovation with the visionary Co-Founder and CTO of Giatec , Aali Alizadeh, Ph. D.   Dr. Alizadeh shares captivating insights into the challenges facing the concrete industry and how Giatec® SmartMix™ offers transformative solutions. From tackling overdesign to breaking down data s...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we are joined by Patrick Murphy, Founder of Togal. AI , and former Florida congressman. Patrick brings a unique blend of political insight, construction industry experience, and tech entrepreneurship to the table.  Join host Steven Rossi as he explores Patrick’s extensive background in melding the worlds of construction and advanced AI techn...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Terry Dussault, Founder of Yellowknife Consulting Services . With over 25 years as a corporate environmental health and safety professional, Terry has become Southern California's foremost safety expert.  We will focus on the importance of safety and compliance on jobsites. Tune in to learn about the best practices that...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , you’ll hear from construction industry experts as they explore the future of green construction and share their vision for a more sustainable built environment. This panel discussion was originally recorded in March 2023, at the Net Zero Construction Conference .   To hear more insightful conversations like this one, don’t miss the 2024 Net...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Cian Brennan, the Founder and CEO of Quantum Contract Solutions. Cian has been immersed in construction his entire life, and has an extensive background in construction management, consulting, and engineering. His previous roles have allowed him to travel and work all over the world and led him to discover the issues in the...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Andrea Janzen, CEO at Ambition Theory , and Dr. Tim Taylor, Director of Research at the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) . Andrea and Tim worked together to develop Ambition Theory’s 2023 Building Better: Women in Construction Report , based on research conducted in partnership with the NCCER....

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Jon Sibley, the Founder and CEO of TrueBuilt . Jon has an MBA from USC Marshall and was a NCAA and Team USA athlete. In 2022, Jon and his co-founder, Julian Prokay, set out to revolutionize the pre-construction process for general contractors, subcontractors, and developers.  The TrueBuilt end-to-end software uses AI and mac...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Chloe Smith, the Founder and CEO at Mercator AI . Coming from a marketing background, Chloe is knowledgeable about the application of data analytics to gain insight into a company’s competitive environment. She and her co-founder, Hogan Lee, started Mercator AI to bring this application into the construction industry.  Merca...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Adam Auer, the President and CEO at the Cement Association of Canada (CAC) . Adam has over 20 years of experience in environment and sustainability, 11 of them being at the CAC. The CAC represents five cement companies with clinker and cement manufacturing facilities across Canada, collaborating with governments, academics,...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Albert Bou Fadel, the Founder and CEO of SmartBarrel . We’ll discuss Albert’s previous experience in the construction industry as well as his experience as an entrepreneur in other industries. We’ll also dive into how he got the idea to revolutionize labor management on the jobsite, and the evolution of SmartBarrel.   Additi...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Adam Stark of Jet. Build . We discuss Adam and his co-founder Joseph’s fascinating path to developing the software and founding the company. From creating their initial software to solve challenges they were facing in their respective Real Estate Development roles, they have developed the software into a complete solution th...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Melvin Newman of PataBid . Melvin co-founded PataBid in 2018 after 15 years working in the construction industry as an estimator and project manager, where he was constantly looking for ways to optimize his roles using automation and technology.   Tune in to learn how PataBid is revolutionizing the way that contractors and t...

In this episode of The Construction Revolution Podcast , you’ll hear from industry experts on the challenges of sustainable construction and how the industry can work together to overcome these roadblocks. This panel discussion was originally recorded in March 2022, at the NetZero Construction Conference .   To hear more insightful conversations like this one, don’t miss the upcoming 2023 Net Zero...

In this episode of the Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Dobrila Rancic Moogk , VP of Marketing, at Giatec Scientific . Dobrila has over 25 years of experience in the tech industry in marketing, product management, and research. Dobrila leads the marketing team to drive Giatec’s mission to revolutionize the concrete industry. The company provides sustainable concrete testing techn...

In this episode of the Construction Revolution podcast , we sit down with Nolan Browne of ADL Ventures . ADL Ventures is a California based company developing and deploying new services and products on behalf of critical infrastructure incumbents. The firm is a self-described do-tank, not a think-tank, that delivers results instead of reports. ADL Ventures continues to make large contributions to...

In this episode of the Construction Revolution podcast , we sit down with Casey Grey of The Conscious Builder . The Conscious Builder is an Ottawa based residential construction company with a focus on promoting sustainability, comfort, and transparency in the construction industry. Casey’s mission is to make sure everybody in the world has a healthy, comfortable, and efficient home to live in. Th...

In this episode of the Construction Revolution Podcast , we sit down with Vincent Albanese of COBOD International and Ian Artur of nidus3D . Nidus3D partnered with COBOD International and Habitat for Humanity to create Canada's first 3D printed multi-unit structure made entirely with concrete using COBOD's BOD2 construction printer. They explain how these economical and environmentally f...