How AI is transforming construction - Aaron Vanston , CTO at Buildpass

Join Kris and Dan as they chat with Aaron Vanston, Co-founder and CTO of BuildPass, a construction tech company that's shaking up the industry. Aaron shares his journey of starting a tech company without a traditional background in construction or computer science, highlighting the power of diverse experiences and adaptability.

He talks about how he and his co-founder have been able to build and win over 300 customers in just three years. In this candid conversation, Aaron opens up about some of the challenges of being a Co-founder, balancing multiple roles, and the importance of building a strong support system. He discusses how actively listening to customer feedback and quickly implementing solutions has been key to BuildPass's success. Aaron also dives into the exciting world of AI in construction, sharing his vision for how it can enhance efficiency and safety on sites without replacing human expertise. His approach to AI - cautious yet optimistic - offers valuable insights for anyone interested in the future of technology in traditional industries. "It's not about replacing humans with AI, but enabling them to do more and do it better" Introduction and Areas of Discussion 00:44 Starting BuildPass and the Inspiration Behind It 03:49 Choosing Construction Tech as a Focus 06:05 Customer Focus and Rapid Product Development 08:41 The Importance of Customer Feedback 11:44 Surprises and Challenges of Being a Co-founder and CTO 19:05 Aaron's Non-Traditional Background and Thriving in the Startup Environment 24:44 Balancing Responsibilities as a CTO and Involvement in Marketing 26:13 The Constant Battle of Prioritization 27:03 Building a Team for Scalability 28:01 The Importance of Flexibility and Adaptability 29:15 Being Open and Transparent with Customers 30:04 Having a Clear Vision and Being Reactive to Change 35:41 Flexibility and Accommodation in the Construction Industry 57:26 Balancing AI and User Experience 01:02:29 Maintaining Customer Centricity 01:09:50 Future Enhancements with AI 01:12:43 Embracing AI and Redefining Roles 01:20:49 Expanding Overseas and Diversifying Hire the best people in technology - https://www.linkedin.com/in/krisowens/ Interested in leveling up your skills in technology? Contact Dan for coaching inquiries. https://velocifire.com/