AEC Tech Journeys with Mayur Mistry

In this insightful interview, Vince Meens, founder and CEO of Maeconomy, shares his journey from tech development to revolutionizing circular construction. Discover how his innovative platform is turning urban materials into valuable, tradable assets, and learn practical strategies for sustainable urban development.

 

key topics

Circular construction and urban material reuse

Digital infrastructure and data pipelines for city materials

Market timing and incentives for deconstruction and reuse

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Maeconomy and Vince Meens

00:58 Vince Meens: Early Career and Tech Journey

01:49 Challenges and Choices in Career Development

02:46 Inspiration Behind Circular Construction

04:25 Technical Hurdles in Circular Economy

07:11 Proudest Moments in Maeconomy's Journey

08:21 How Maeconomy Works with Municipalities

12:36Transforming Materials into Financial Assets

13:31 Addressing Timing Issues in Material Reuse

17:09 Lessons from Onboarding Municipalities

19:14 Go-to-Market Strategies and Insights

21:47 Engaging Listeners in the Mission

23:01 Rapid Fire Round and Personal Insights

 

💡Learn more about Maeconomy here: https://www.maeconomy.org/

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In this episode, Christoffer Winquist, CEO & Co-founder of Groundhawk.io, shares insights into how AI and 3D mapping are revolutionizing underground infrastructure digitization across Europe. Discover the journey from startup inception to scaling, technical challenges, and future visions for construction industry transformation.

 

key topics

 

Groundhawk's innovative AI-powered 3D mapping for underground infrastructure

Technical challenges in high-precision geospatial mapping

Scaling a startup across European markets

 

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to Groundhawk and Christoffer Winquist

00:52 Career Journey and Early Startups

02:48 The Founding Story of Groundhawk

04:48 Lessons from Early Days and Technical Hurdles

08:49 Milestones and Customer Onboarding

11:02 Vision for the Future of Groundhog

13:11 Go-to-Market Strategies and Lessons Learned

16:07 Opportunities in the Construction Industry

18:59 Supporting Groundhawk's Mission

20:09 Rapid Fire Round and Closing Thoughts

 

💡Learn more about Groundhawk.io here: https://www.groundhawk.io/

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In this episode, Kirk Donohoe, CEO of GRAND, breaks down how trust infrastructure is reshaping the construction industry through AI-driven payment systems, unlocking new opportunities for entrepreneurship and business growth. 

He shares hard-earned startup advice, from navigating go-to-market strategies to avoiding common pitfalls when building a company to sell. If you’re exploring the intersection of AI, fintech, and real-world industries, this conversation offers a clear look at where trust networks are heading next.

 

key topics

Trust infrastructure in construction and trade

Grand's AI-driven trust network

Entrepreneurship and career highlights

Building a company to sell: pitfalls and strategies

Market entry and go-to-market strategies

Chapters

00:00 Kirk Donohoe: From Science to Entrepreneurship

08:24 Building Trust in Payments and Construction

16:33 The Vision for GRAND: A New Era in Commerce

24:48 Rapid Fire: Insights and Personal Reflections

 

💡Learn more about GRAND here: https://heygrand.com/

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In this insightful interview, Anton Marinovich, CRO at Joist AI, shares his extensive experience in SaaS and construction tech. He discusses the evolution of GTM strategies, the challenges of selling AI in construction, and practical advice for founders and sales teams aiming for growth in the industry.

 

key topics

GTM strategies in construction tech

Challenges of selling AI in construction

Building and scaling sales teams

Effective GTM tactics for startups

Data-driven decision making in sales

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Anton Marinovich and His Journey

02:42 Lessons Learned from Hard Work and Career Challenges

05:11 Scaling HoloBuilder: From $350k to $4 Million ARR

07:45 GTM Strategies: Transitioning from Project Sales to Enterprise Sales

10:11 Hiring for Sales Teams: Key Traits and Tips

12:47 Founder's Role in Sales and Early Team Building

15:05 Joining Joist: The Decision Process and Vision

17:53 Transforming AEC Marketing with Joist AI

20:10 Regional vs. National Sales Strategies in AEC

22:48 Building a Modern Business Development Team

25:14 Common GTM Mistakes by First-Time Founders

27:37 Data-Driven Sales: Key Metrics and KPIs

30:23 Effective Channels for Construction Tech Sales

32:49 Rapid Fire Round: Personal Insights and Advice

 

💡Learn more about Joist AI here: https://www.joist.ai/

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In this insightful interview, Viktar Beliakou, founder of Enji Technologies, shares his journey from structural engineering to AI-driven software solutions for engineers. Discover how his platform aims to revolutionize engineering calculations, the challenges of integrating AI in construction, and advice for engineers interested in technology.

 

key topics

AI in Structural Engineering

Development of Enji Technologies Platform

Challenges in Engineering Software Adoption

Future of Engineering Standards and AI

Talent and Skills in Construction Tech

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Viktar Beliakou and NG Technologies

02:54 Identifying Problems in Structural Engineering

06:57 The Exploration Stage of Product Development

09:40 The Role of Technology in Engineering

13:26 Enji Technologies' Approach to Engineering Workflows

16:28 Future of Engineering Standards and AI Integration

17:45 Advice for Aspiring Engineers and Developers

 

💡Learn more about Enji.io: here: https://www.enji.io/

📞 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

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