AEC Tech Journeys with Mayur Mistry

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A platform for professional growth and personal growth for AEC Technologists with inspiring conversations with founders, builders and experts in AEC space. I am Mayur Mistry, cofounder of 3DGuru.ai, ex Perkins & Will Digital Innovation Technologist with M.Arch at University of Illinois and B.Tech Civil Engineer from IIT Bombay.

  1. 1 day ago

    ⁠Inside Hilti Ventures’ Construction Tech Investment Strategy — Antonia Soler, Hilti Ventures

    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 topics Career highlights and transition from engineering to venture capital Strategies for construction tech startups to reach product-market fit Importance of industry understanding and customer engagement Building a diverse and experienced sales and marketing team Networking, conferences, and global expansion in construction tech Supporting women in construction and industry diversity   Chapters 00:00 Antonia Soler's Career Journey 02:43 Navigating Opportunities and Challenges 05:11 The Dynamics of a Week in Marketing 07:31 Investment Strategies in Construction Tech 10:07 Sales and Marketing in Construction Tech 12:36 Masterclass in Startup Growth 14:48 Common Pitfalls for Construction Startups 17:08 Women in Construction Tech Initiative 19:43 Global Networking and Community Building 21:44 Future Initiatives in Construction 24:18 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement   💡Learn more about Fieldwire here: https://www.fieldwire.com/    📞 If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link :  https://calendly.com/mayur-mistry7/consultancy-discovery-call     📩 Don’t miss future episodes. Subscribe: https://aiaecdigest.substack.com/

    24 min

  2. 4 days ago

    How Outbuild Scaled to 15,000 Projects — Franco Giaquinto’s Construction Tech Journey

    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 construction technology and AI   Chapters 00:00 The Birth of Outbuild 04:03 Overcoming Early Challenges 08:14 Building a Strong Team Culture 12:19 Go-to-Market Strategies and Lessons Learned 16:40 Common Pitfalls in Construction Tech Startups 20:52 The Long Game in Construction Tech 23:18 The Journey of Founders: No Shortcuts 25:42 Sharing Knowledge: Supporting New Founders 27:49 The Importance of Humility in Founding 29:36 Filtering Voices: Who Gets the Mic? 32:27 The Value of Real Conversations 33:59 The Reality of Building Great Products 37:24 Future of Construction Tech: Predictions for 2030   💡Learn more about Outbuild here: https://www.outbuild.com/    📞 If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link :  https://calendly.com/mayur-mistry7/consultancy-discovery-call     📩 Don’t miss future episodes. Subscribe: https://aiaecdigest.substack.com/

    43 min

  3. 20 Jun

    The Real Reason Home Service Companies Lose Leads — Quinn Small on Driive

    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 coverings to tech The challenges of scheduling in home services How AI and automation can improve industry efficiency   Chapters 00:00 The Journey Begins: From Childhood to Entrepreneurship 02:33 Identifying the Problem: The Birth of Driive 04:13 Building the Prototype: Early Days of Development 06:45 Customer Feedback: Understanding Market Needs 09:09 Navigating Scheduling Challenges: The Art and Science 12:00 AI and Automation: The Future of Scheduling 22:22 Rapid Fire Round: Personal Insights and Advice   💡Learn more about Driive here: https://getdriive.com/    📞 If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link :  https://calendly.com/mayur-mistry7/consultancy-discovery-call   📩 Don’t miss future episodes. Subscribe: https://aiaecdigest.substack.com/

    30 min

  4. 17 Jun

    The “Evil BIM” Problem in Construction — Clive Jordan’s Plannerly Story

    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 scratch Trust and collaboration in construction tech   Chapters 00:00 Clive Jordan's Industry Background and Achievements 02:03 How Technology Can Be 'Evil' in Construction 04:44 First 90 Days of Building Plannerly 07:40 Early Industry Feedback and Problem Recognition 09:39 Translating Industry Needs into Product Features 11:31 The Power of Simplicity in Software Design 14:50 Positioning Plannerly as a Management Platform 18:12 Automating Workflow and Document Management 22:06 Iterative Development and Customer Feedback 25:40 Building Trust and Demonstrating Value 28:21 Advice to Younger Self and Future Entrepreneurs   💡Learn more about Plannerly here: https://plannerly.com/    📞 If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link :  https://calendly.com/mayur-mistry7/consultancy-discovery-call     📩 Don’t miss future episodes. Subscribe: https://aiaecdigest.substack.com/

    30 min

  5. 13 Jun

    How AI Is Preventing Field Failures — Shelley Copsey on the Future of Infrastructure

    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 workers Chapters 00:00 Introduction to FYLD and Its Mission 00:37 Shelley's Journey from Corporate to Startup 02:35 Early Days of FYLD: Challenges and Adaptations 05:31 Customer Insights and Aha Moments 08:14 Product Overview: Transforming Field Data into Actionable Insights 11:09 Onboarding Process and Use Case Selection 13:39 Behavioral Changes in Field Workers 16:18 Challenges in Developing Solutions for Field Workers 18:18 Future Vision for FYLD and AI Integration 21:08 Closing Thoughts and Advice for Founders   💡Learn more about FYLD here: https://fyld.ai/    📞 If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link :  https://calendly.com/mayur-mistry7/consultancy-discovery-call     📩 Don’t miss future episodes. Subscribe: https://aiaecdigest.substack.com/

    25 min

  6. 10 Jun

    How Building Works Is Fixing Construction’s Data Chaos— David Niewiadomski

    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 The role of technology and AI in construction Building lifecycle and owner data needs   Chapters   00:00 Introduction to David Niewiadomski 00:19 Career Journey and Pivotal Moments 02:44 Mentorship and Learning 03:38 Joining Building Works 09:10 Challenges in the Construction Industry 11:10 Understanding Client Needs 15:05 Technology and Data Management 16:58 Future of Building Works 18:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   💡Learn more about Building Works here: https://www.buildingworksinc.com/    📞 If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link :  https://calendly.com/mayur-mistry7/consultancy-discovery-call     📩 Don’t miss future episodes. Subscribe: https://aiaecdigest.substack.com/

    22 min

  7. 6 Jun

    How Glydways Plans to Move More People in Less Space — Mark Seeger Interview

    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 Technical hurdles in autonomous transit Business models for scalable transit Future vision for 2030 and beyond   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Glydways and Mark Seeger 00:40 Mark Seeger's Career Journey and Philosophy 03:08 The Concept of Flow Networks in Mobility 09:00 Technical Hurdles and Historical Context 15:41 Lessons from Bets and Market Acceptance 25:03 Proud Moments and Team Dynamics 29:09 Vision for 2030 and Future of Logistics 31:23 Advice for Founders and Closing Thoughts   💡Learn more about Glydways here: https://www.glydways.com/ 📞 If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link : https://calendly.com/mayur-mistry7/consultancy-discovery-call 📩 Don’t miss future episodes. Subscribe: https://aiaecdigest.substack.com/

    36 min

  8. 3 Jun

    The AI Operating System for Pre-Con — Lisa Mohapatra’s Bidblox Story

    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 career transition from engineering to startups The challenges and opportunities in construction tech Multi-agent AI systems for project management Market differences: India vs North America construction industries   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bidblox AI and Lisa Mohapatra 03:46 Career Journey and Founding Bidblox AI 07:50 Early Days of Bidblox and Customer Engagement 10:44 Proudest Moments and Customer Sign-Up 12:43 Target Market and Project Types for Bidblox 14:48 Understanding Multi-Agent Systems in Construction 20:11 Onboarding Process and Customer Support 21:23 Expanding Partnerships and Community Support 25:41 Closing Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Founders   💡Learn more about Bidblox AI here: https://www.bidblox.ai/ 📞 If you are exploring ai in construction or need support in GTM for your construction tech startup, book a discovery call using this link : https://calendly.com/mayur-mistry7/consultancy-discovery-call 📩 Don’t miss future episodes. Subscribe: https://aiaecdigest.substack.com/

    27 min
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A platform for professional growth and personal growth for AEC Technologists with inspiring conversations with founders, builders and experts in AEC space. I am Mayur Mistry, cofounder of 3DGuru.ai, ex Perkins & Will Digital Innovation Technologist with M.Arch at University of Illinois and B.Tech Civil Engineer from IIT Bombay.

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