#50 - Kanav Hasija, Chief Executive Officer at MeltPlan

#50 - Kanav Hasija, Chief Executive Officer at MeltPlan

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Kanav Hasija, Chief Executive Officer at MeltPlan. What you’ll get out of this episode: * Kanav Hasija shares how a frustrating home remodel led him to discover massive inefficiencies in construction planning. * The biggest productivity gains in construction come from pre-construction planning, not the build phase. * AI can now understand documents, drawings, schedules, and building codes, unlocking new automation opportunities. * MeltPlan’s AI achieves about 95% accuracy on building inspector exam questions to validate its understanding of construction codes. * The future of construction will combine AI planning, prefab manufacturing, and robotics. To learn more about MeltPlan: Website https://www.meltplan.com/ [https://www.meltplan.com/] https://prudence.vc/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/meltplan/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/meltplan/] Guest's Socials: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanavhasija/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanavhasija/] Show and Host's Socials: Slice of Construction LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/] Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/] Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

#49 - Karly Heffernan, Co-Founder at Hardline

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Karly Heffernan, Co-Founder at Hardline. What you’ll get out of this episode: * From Team Canada to Tech Founder: Karly Heffernan's journey spans elite hockey, Harvard, and launching a construction tech startup. * Hardline's Mission: A voice-powered assistant app designed to document jobsite decisions without recording calls. * Designed for Superintendents: Hardline aims to protect and empower site leads by reducing tedious admin work and preventing costly rework. * Strategic Partnerships & Growth: Integrated with Procore, Autodesk, and soon Fieldwire; part of Suffolk Technologies' Boost accelerator. * Voice as the Future of Workflows: Hardline is betting on voice AI to replace keyboards and streamline site communication. To learn more about Hardline: Website https://www.hardlineapp.com [https://www.hardlineapp.com] https://prudence.vc/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardline-app/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardline-app/] Guest's Socials: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karly-lynn-heffernan/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/karly-lynn-heffernan/] Show and Host's Socials: Slice of Construction LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/] Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/] Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

#48 - Bill Mandara, Chief Executive Officer & Owner at Mancini Duffy

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Bill Mandara, Chief Executive Officer & Owner at Mancini Duffy. What you’ll get out of this episode: * From Roots to Leadership: Bill Mandara shares his journey from a family of contractors to leading Mancini Duffy through a strategic transformation and nationwide expansion. * Diverse Practice Areas: Mancini Duffy now spans corporate interiors, aviation, hospitality, life sciences, residential, healthcare, and more. * Tech-Driven Innovation: The firm integrates AR, VR, and AI into project delivery, aiming for real-time approval and construction from Revit models. * Valuing Expertise: Mandara advocates for a shift away from commoditizing architecture, stressing the value of experience and collaborative problem-solving. * Client-Centric Philosophy: His leadership emphasizes teamwork, relatability, and making complex processes approachable for clients. To learn more about Mancini Duffy: Website http://www.manciniduffy.com/ [http://www.manciniduffy.com/] https://prudence.vc/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/mancini-duffy/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/mancini-duffy/] Guest's Socials: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mandara-ra-8ab36b11/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mandara-ra-8ab36b11/] Show and Host's Socials: Slice of Construction LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/] Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/] Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

#47 - Eldar Sadikov, CEO & Co-Founder at Field Materials

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Eldar Sadikov, CEO & Co-Founder at Field Materials. What you’ll get out of this episode: * From AI Researcher to Construction Tech Leader: Eldar Sadikov transitioned from a Stanford PhD program and PayPal-acquired startup to co-founding Field Materials. * Deep Industry Roots: With a family background in construction, Eldar brings personal passion to solving procurement inefficiencies. * AI That Wows the Industry: Their AI capabilities—especially document recognition—became the product’s standout feature, driving rapid growth. * Rocket-Fueled Series A: Raised an oversubscribed Series A in just two weeks, buoyed by strong customer traction and growth. * Big Vision for Vertical Software: Plans to double GMV and expand the platform’s modules, tackling the complexities of diverse construction trades. To learn more about Field Materials: Website http://www.fieldmaterials.com [http://www.fieldmaterials.com] https://prudence.vc/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/fieldmaterials/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/fieldmaterials/] Guest's Socials: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eldarsadikov/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eldarsadikov/] Show and Host's Socials: Slice of Construction LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/] Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/] Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

#46 - Tom Deane, Co-Founder and CEO at ProjectMark CRM

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Tom Deane, Co-Founder and CEO at ProjectMark CRM. What you’ll get out of this episode: * Tom Deane’s Journey: From Dublin building sites to co-founding ProjectMark in San Francisco. * Startup Lessons: Importance of validating customer pain and timing investor outreach. * Fundraising Realities: Navigating the gray area of being “too early” or “too late” for VCs. * Tech and Labor in Construction: AI adoption and labor shortages shaping the industry. * ProjectMark's Vision: Simplifying data, enhancing relationships, and fueling revenue growth. To learn more about ProjectMark CRM: Website https://www.projectmark.com/ [https://www.projectmark.com/] https://prudence.vc/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/projectmark/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/projectmark/] Guest's Socials: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-deane-5b93b93a/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-deane-5b93b93a/] Show and Host's Socials: Slice of Construction LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/] Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/] Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.