Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Patric Hellermann, General Partner at Foundamental.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Patric Hellermann shares why Foundamental focuses solely on early-stage construction tech investments worldwide.
• Discover the regional tech bottlenecks from India’s supply chain to the U.S.'s fragmented software landscape.
• Learn why local “avatars” are critical and why copying successful models across geographies rarely works.
• Gain insight into Hellermann’s top investment areas: robotics, pre-construction efficiency, and new data infrastructures.
• Understand his philosophy on long-term impact and the nonlinear nature of innovation in construction.

To learn more about Foundamental:
Website https://www.foundamental.com/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundamental/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/aecvc/?originalSubdomain=de

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Slice of Construction
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Jared S Taylor
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Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Tessa Lau, Founder & CEO at Dusty Robotics.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• The Inspiration Behind Dusty Robotics – Tessa Lau’s journey from AI and automation to revolutionizing construction with robotics.
• How Dusty Robotics Works – A breakdown of the field printer and how it enhances construction layout accuracy.
• Adoption & Challenges – Overcoming skepticism and achieving industry-leading accuracy.
• Robotics & Construction Misconceptions – It’s not about replacing labor, but improving quality and efficiency.
• Entrepreneurial Lessons – Tessa’s insights on resilience, adaptation, and leading through challenges.

To learn more about Dusty Robotics:
Website https://www.dustyrobotics.com/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/dusty-robotics/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessalau/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Construction
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

Jared S Taylor
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Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Victor Zhang, Co-Founder & CEO at Trestle.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• From Civil Engineering to AI-Driven Construction: Victor Zhang’s journey from infrastructure projects to co-founding Trestle.
• The Birth of Trestle: How Zhang identified a data gap in construction risk management and built a solution.
• AI in Risk Assessment: How Trestle's AI replicates risk managers’ expertise to streamline contractor-vendor partnerships.
• Overcoming Startup Challenges: The struggles of early product failures, gaining industry traction, and refining their market approach.
• What’s Next for Trestle: Expanding partnerships, network effects, and improving vendor-contractor collaboration.

To learn more about Trestle:
Website https://www.gotrestle.com
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/gotrestle/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/vzhangpe/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Construction
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

Jared S Taylor
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Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Jeevan Kalanithi, CEO at OpenSpace.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Jeevan Kalanithi’s Journey – From AI research at Stanford to leading OpenSpace in construction tech.
• OpenSpace’s Vision – Simplifying construction with AI-powered reality capture.
• Impact of 360-Degree Cameras – How visual documentation enhances efficiency and decision-making.
• Reducing Construction Risk – Using AI for insurance, payment approvals, and project transparency.
• The Future of Spatial AI – How OpenSpace is leveraging AI to further transform the industry.

To learn more about OpenSpace:
Website http://www.openspace.ai
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/openspace.ai/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeevan/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Construction
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

Jared S Taylor
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Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Andrew Zukoski, Co-Founder & CEO at Join.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• What is Join? A software solution optimizing early design and pre-construction for commercial projects.
• Industry Shift: The rise of collaborative delivery methods like design-build and CM at risk.
• Real-World Impact: How Join helps owners make faster, better-informed decisions.
• Key Lessons Learned: Why buildings are ultimately about people and relationships.
• What’s Next? Join’s expansion into enterprise-wide data aggregation and risk assessment.

To learn more about Join:
Website https://join.build
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/joindotbuild/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewzukoski/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Construction
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

Jared S Taylor
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Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Franco Giaquinto, CEO at Outbuild.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Origins of Outbuild – How Franco Giaquinto identified inefficiencies in general contractor workflows and launched Outbuild to solve them.
• Driving Innovation in Construction Tech – Why practical, easy-to-implement solutions matter more than flashy, untested technology.
• Lessons in Startup Growth – The importance of market research, customer feedback, and staying focused amid industry noise.
• Fundraising & Scaling Strategy – How Outbuild’s Series A funding is fueling product expansion, sales, and team growth.
• Advice for Construction Tech Founders – Franco’s take on avoiding distractions, maintaining integrity, and staying customer-focused.

To learn more about Outbuild:
Website http://www.outbuild.com
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/outbuildconstruction/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/francogiaquinto/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Construction
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

Jared S Taylor
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Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Jefferson Sanchez, Founder at Torque AI.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• From Construction to AI – Jefferson’s journey from hands-on construction work to founding Torque AI.
• AI for Field Workers – How conversational AI is changing daily workflows for foremen and superintendents.
• Navigating the Industry – Insights on the challenges of adopting AI in construction.
• Pivoting for Impact – How Torque AI is shifting focus to specialty contractors for maximum efficiency.

To learn more about Torque AI:
Website https://trytorque.co/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/trytorque/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffersonsanchez/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Construction
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

Jared S Taylor
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Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Barry Chiu, CEO & Co-Founder at Kroo.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Barry Chiu’s Journey: From construction ownership to co-founding Kroo, a modern data management platform.
• Solving Data Challenges: How Kroo helps mid-market GCs access enterprise-level data capabilities.
• Growth & Strategy: Lessons from the Suffolk Technologies Boost Program and prioritizing customer-driven innovation.
• 2025 Outlook: Expansion, AI-driven solutions, and hiring plans to enhance Kroo’s offerings.
• Advice for Founders: Why understanding industry needs is key to building valuable construction tech solutions.

To learn more about Kroo:
Website https://www.getkroo.com/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/kroo-construction/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrychiu1/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Construction
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.