Best Paving Contractor Podcasts (2025)

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OneCrew Raises $12M to Be the Operating System for Paving Contractors 24:56

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On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray sits down with Ari Bleemer, co-founder and CEO of One Crew, to dive into the world of construction tech and SaaS for so-called "less sexy" industries. Ari shares the story of how his background in computer engineering and management consulting at Bain led him to uncover a massive technology g…

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Financing Your Commercial Paving Project: Turn Investment Into Business Growth 17:10

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Your parking lot is more than pavement. It's your business's first impression. For Toledo restaurants and retailers, a well-maintained parking lot affects customer safety, satisfaction, and your bottom line. At Buck Brothers, we've seen business owners delay critical paving work, assuming commercial paving financing will be complicated. The truth? …

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Becoming the 'Procore' for Subcontractors: How Jengai Is Rebuilding Preconstruction Tech with Shayne Paterson 36:01

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Welcome to Construction Trailblazers! In this episode, host Samantha C Prestidge sits down with Shayne Patterson, the co-founder of Jengai, to explore the transformative power of technology in the construction industry. Shayne shares his fascinating journey from investment banking to creating innovative solutions for subcontractors. Discover how Je…

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Tabs Raises a $55M Series B to Bring Next-gen Revenue Automation 38:20

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Welcome to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In this episode, host Ben Murray sits down with Ali Hussain, CEO and co-founder of Tabs, for an insightful conversation about the evolving landscape of finance technology. Ali shares his journey as an entrepreneur and operator, discusses the genesis and growth of Tabs, and dives deep into the world of revenue automa…

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Building With Conviction: Faith-Driven Leadership in Construction with Adam Swain 30:43

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In this episode of Construction Trailblazers, host Samantha C Prestige discusses faith-driven leadership with Adam Swain, founder of 6 33 Group, a civil construction company in Colorado. Adam shares his journey from discovering his faith in college to creating a people-first business rooted in care, integrity, and faith. They explore the challenges…

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ServiceUp Raises $70M to Grab $250B TAM in Fleet Operator Repairs 22:28

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On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Brett Carlson, co-founder and CEO of ServiceUp, to share his entrepreneurial journey and the story behind his latest venture. Brett’s background spans over 25 years in tech, with experience founding and scaling startups on the business side. With ServiceUp, Brett turned his focus to …

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BetterPic Raises $2.5M to Produce Better Headshots for Consumers and Companies 25:39

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On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray is joined by Ricardo Ghekiere, co-founder of BetterPic. Ricardo takes us through his unconventional entrepreneurial journey, starting with running a coffee bar, dabbling in a variety of ventures, and eventually making his way into the tech space. He shares the fascinating story of how he acqu…

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Punch List Episode: Teaching Field Leaders To Give Feedback | Andy Bergmann 6:13

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In this punch list episode of the Construction Trailblazers Podcast, we revisit impactful moments from a conversation with Andy Bergman, a communication coach specializing in blue-collar teams. Andy shares a pivotal experience in conflict resolution and highlights the importance of giving tough feedback. He also discusses how ego and pride interfer…

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Parspec Raises $31 to Revolutionize the Materials Supply Chain 26:05

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On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Forest Flager, CEO and co-founder of Parspec, for an insightful conversation at the crossroads of technology and the construction industry. Forest shares his compelling journey from growing up in a construction family and working internationally as an architect and engineer, to leadi…

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How They Taught Field Leaders to Give Feedback Without Losing the Crew with Andy Bergmann 34:11

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Welcome to Construction Trailblazers! In this episode, Samantha C Prestige dives deep into effective leadership and communication within the construction industry with guest Andy Bergman. Andy, a leadership trainer and communication coach, shares his journey from HR and operations to helping construction teams handle tough conversations and improve…

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Creating Pedestrian-Friendly Commercial Spaces in Toledo: How Professional Paving Drives Business Success 13:31

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When durability meets accessibility, Toledo businesses thrive. With the city's ambitious $53 million Uptown-Junction redevelopment transforming commercial districts and Toledo's Vision Zero initiative targeting the elimination of traffic deaths by 2031, the spotlight is firmly on pedestrian-friendly commercial spaces. For Toledo retailers and prope…

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Punch List: Why Contractors Need Peer Groups | Benjamin Holmgren 8:35

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Punch List with Benjamin Holmgren: Building a Community for Contractors Welcome to the Construction Trailblazers Podcast's punch list episode featuring Benjamin Holmgren, founder of Ground Crew. This episode highlights the journey of forming peer groups for dirt contractors, starting from a simple LinkedIn post to impactful peer groups across North…

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Sequence Building The Leading AI Native B2B Billing and Revenue Platform 30:53

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On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray sits down with Riya Grover, co-founder and CEO of Sequence. Riya shares her journey from investment banking to entrepreneurship, including the story behind her first SaaS company in the restaurant industry and its eventual acquisition. She dives into the inspiration for Sequence—a modern bill…

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Resolvd Raises $1.6M to Improve Hospital Supply Chains and Quality of Care 24:32

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Ananth Manivannan, founder of Resolvd, for an insightful conversation about building a SaaS solution that’s shaking up healthcare operations. Ananth shares how his journey from supply chain management at PepsiCo to software engineering at Capital One laid the groundwork for Resolvd, …

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Why Contractors Need Peer Groups To Scale Smarter (w/ Benjamin Holmgren) 37:56

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Welcome to Construction Trailblazers, the podcast dedicated to leading people, managing projects, and simplifying the chaos of growth. Join host Samantha C Prestige as she chats with Benjamin Holmgren, the mastermind behind some of the most valuable peer groups and workshops in the construction industry. Discover how Ben's innovative approach is tr…

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Heka Raises $16M to Open Source Finance Data for Global Financial Institutions 22:45

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On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray sits down with Idan Bar-Dov, co-founder and CEO of Heka. Idan shares his unique journey from working in finance and law—starting out at an international law firm advising fintech companies—through the challenges of founding a startup during the pandemic, to leading a fast-growing SaaS company…

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Cred's $15M Bet on AI: Inside the Founder’s Vision for Smarter GTM and Market Intelligence 17:46

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Jon Carr-Harris, founder and CEO of Cred, for an engaging discussion about Jon’s global background and entrepreneurial journey. Growing up across nine countries and with experience in multiple startups, Jon brings a unique perspective to building successful tech businesses and unders…

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Sequence Raises $7.5M to Help Micro Businesses Manage Money and Cash Flow 28:07

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Welcome to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In this episode, host Ben sits down with Gilad Uziely, co-founder and CEO of Sequence (getsequence.io), for an open and insightful conversation about the rollercoaster journey of entrepreneurship and fintech innovation. Gilad shares his fascinating background—from growing up in Israel to building businesses across m…

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How Quality Parking Lot Maintenance Drives Economic Growth: The Toledo Success Story 12:19

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Every time a customer pulls into a smooth, well-maintained parking lot, they're experiencing more than just convenience—they're part of an economic engine that drives property values, creates jobs, and builds community prosperity. What most business owners don't realize is that their parking lot represents one of their most powerful tools for econo…

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Building Enterprise-Grade AI: Lessons from Snorkel AI’s Fundraising and Expansion 21:48

3M ago21:48

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Welcome to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In this episode, host Ben Murray sits down with Braden Hancock, co-founder of Snorkel AI, to explore the journey of turning an academic research project at Stanford into one of today’s leading AI data platforms. Braden shares the origins of Snorkel, how it grew from a PhD initiative to a company helping some of the …

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Momants Raises €1M to Improve the Event Ticketing Experience 26:21

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Jan Willem Van der Meer, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Momants. Jan Willem shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from building one of Europe’s major ticketing companies to launching Momants, an AI-powered platform designed to transform the events industry. Discover …

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Lighting the Way: The TrueScapes Story and the Future of Outdoor Living 54:32

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Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Brian Stover founder of TrueScapes, and Rob McCuen Vp of sales, to explore the evolution of the outdoor lighting industry and how one patented tiki torch post cap grew into a groundbreaking brand for backyard illumination. Brian shares the journey from a humble garage startup to a thriving business b…

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Fisent Raises $2M to Help Enterprises Automate Repetitive Human-Dependent Tasks 22:53

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Welcome to another episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast! Today, host Ben Murray sits down with Adrian Murray, founder and CEO of Fisent Technologies—a Toronto-based, SaaS company that's making waves in the enterprise automation space. With a background in banking technology, consulting, and a previous ed tech startup, Adrian shares his fascinating entre…

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Loti Raises $24M to Find Your Likeness and Brand on the Internet 19:02

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On today’s episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, I sit down with Luke Arrigoni, founder of Loti, a trailblazing SaaS company using AI to help individuals, celebrities, and brands find—and remove—content that doesn’t belong on the internet. Luke brings a fascinating background, moving from academic math and early data science roles to building cutting-ed…

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Abacum Raises $100M+ to Become the Dominate FP&A Software 25:13

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Julio Martinez, co-founder and CEO of Abacum. Julio shares his path from investment banking and FP&A roles to building a top-tier financial planning and analysis platform that supports companies from Series B through IPO and beyond. He dives into how Abacum is redefining b…

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Climate-Ready Paving: How Toledo Property Managers Can Protect Their Lots from Floods and Storms 5:46

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Toledo's annual precipitation has surged 19.4% since 1951, with the heaviest 1% of storms delivering 41% more water. For property managers, this isn't just a weather update—it's a business threat that demands immediate action. The May 2024 record rainfall that flooded basements and closed streets across Northwest Ohio wasn't an anomaly. It's the ne…

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Smart Compaction: Tools, Training & Tech for Hardscape Pros 1:02:06

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Send us a text In this episode, we’re joined by Weber MT Product Specialist Simon Burdick for an in-depth discussion on the importance of proper compaction equipment. We explore: 🔹 The different types of compaction machines and how to choose the right one for your project 🔹 Tips on subsurface preparation, soil density, and why compaction matters mo…

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Ep: 49 - Humble and Hungry, Brick by Brick w/ Benjamin Holmgren 1:14:44

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We sit down with Benjamin Holmgren of Ground Crew to uncover his journey from a blue-collar upbringing to building a community that supports contractors for long-term success. Topics: From Mini Excavators to Ground Crew: Benjamin’s Unique Path Life-Altering Moments: Resilience and a Shift in Perspective The Ground Crew Model: Connecting Contractors…

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Rillet Raises $25M Series A to Disrupt the Accounting Software Space 29:19

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Welcome back to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the next generation of accounting software with Nicolas Kopp, CEO and founder of Rillet. Nicolas shares his journey from building a fully regulated bank to launching Rillet—an AI-first ERP platform designed to take on industry staples like QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, a…

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Kovr Raises $3.6M to Automate Cyber Compliance with AI 33:59

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Welcome back to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In this episode, host Ben Murray sits down with Andrew Black, CEO of Kovr, and Sri Iyer, the company’s founder and CTO. Kovr is shaking up the world of cybersecurity compliance, helping organizations dramatically speed up the process of achieving certifications like FedRAMP, HIPAA, and others—using the latest b…

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Inven Raises 11.2M Series A to Help M&A Dealmakers Create Pipeline 19:20

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Welcome back to The SaaS CFO Podcast! Today, we’re excited to speak with Nilo Pirttijarvi, co-founder of Inven—a rapidly growing AI-powered deal sourcing tool making waves in the M&A world. Nilo takes us through his journey from a background in consulting and investment banking to launching his first startup, inspired by the pain points he and his …

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InsightWise Raises 1M Pre-seed to Automate the Strategy and Consulting Lifecycle with AI 20:31

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Katherine Tobias, the dynamic co-founder and CEO of InsightWise. Katherine shares her inspiring journey from her early days consulting at KPMG and working in government to leading one of Australia’s fastest-growing startups. Driven by her passion for delivering real-world impact and …

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Smart Parking Lots: How Buck Brothers Integrates IoT for Toledo Businesses 15:17

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When drivers spend an average of 12 minutes circling just to find a mall parking space, businesses lose more than customer patience—they lose revenue. Smart parking technologies promise to eliminate this frustration, but success depends on one critical factor most overlook: the foundation beneath the sensors. Studies show smart parking systems can …

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Commercial Hardscape Trends: Paving the Way to a Sustainable Future Part 2 48:24

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Send us a text In our latest podcast episode, we sat down with the forward-thinking team at TECHO-Bloc to dive deep into the future of commercial hardscaping. From permeable pavements to rooftop deck systems, this conversation is packed with innovation and insights. 🔹 Discover how interlocking concrete pavers are changing the game in stormwater man…

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Using AI to Automate Marketing Compliance for Financial Services 25:53

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Austin Carroll, the dynamic founder and CEO of Warrant. Drawing from her deep roots in marketing and product management at household names like Capital One, Mercury, and Brex, Austin shares how real-world challenges navigating regulatory approvals inspired her to launch Warrant—a pla…

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BAM Raised 400K to Be Your Omnichannel Content Marketing and Strategy Machine 23:26

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Welcome to The SaaS CFO Podcast! In today’s episode, I’m excited to sit down with Adam Chrigström, founder and CEO of Big Audience Machine (BAM). Adam’s journey has taken him from studying economics to a successful run in brand marketing and research, leading to the launch and acquisition of Play Pilot—a streaming guide that reached over six millio…

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Paving the Way for Electric Vehicles: Building EV Charging Stations in Toledo 16:43

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With over 1,100 electric vehicles sold in northwest Ohio last year alone, the shift toward sustainable transportation is happening right here in Toledo. As businesses prepare for this electric revolution, one critical factor often gets overlooked: the specialized paving infrastructure required to support effective, durable charging stations. At Buc…

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$350K Raised to Improve AI Generated Content for Agencies and Marketers 19:39

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, we welcome Yana Lapitskaya, the CEO and co-founder of YAI, an innovative platform designed to enhance the quality of AI-generated marketing content. With over 15 years in marketing and a successful agency exit under her belt, Yana shares her journey from agency founder to SaaS startup leader, and how her han…

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From Family Business to $4.5M Funding: Anna Berger’s Trayd Transforms Construction Back Offices 18:38

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, I’m joined by Anna Berger, founder and CEO of Trayd—a game-changing construction payroll and compliance software. Anna shares how her career in marketing and personal roots in the construction industry inspired her to tackle the toughest back-office challenges specialty contractors face, from HR and scheduli…

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41. Construction Finance Doesn’t Have to Suck: Bryant Solomon on ControlQore 34:10

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In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige sits down with Bryant Soloman, a seasoned expert in construction leadership and operations, to discuss how construction businesses can streamline their processes for greater efficiency and profitability. Bryant shares valuable insights on building trust within teams, simplifying operations, and mastering financ…

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€1.2M Pre-seed to Automate the Life Insurance Underwriting Process with AI 27:27

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Amira Nakouri, co-founder and CEO of Klaimy, to share her inspiring entrepreneurial journey. With a strong background in strategy consulting for major European insurers, Amira reveals how her drive for innovation—and a spark from the rise of generative AI—led her to launch Klaimy in …

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40. Stop Throwing Money at Workforce Development & Start Leading Better 37:43

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In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige sits down with Kristina McMillan to talk about what it really takes to lead a construction team out of survival mode and into sustainable success. They unpack the importance of clear communication, proactive leadership, and creating structure that actually supports your team — not just your to-do list. If you’r…

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$3.7M Seed Round to Bring AI Data Agents to Supply Chain Operations 26:28

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In this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray welcomes Ibrahim Ashqar, the co-founder and CEO of Lumi AI. Ibrahim shares his impressive background in data science and AI, including his time at Deloitte and the supply chain tech unicorn Stord, before diving into why he launched Lumi. The conversation highlights the challenges companies fa…

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The Paving Professionals: 40 Years of Arizona Excellence with S&S 7:24

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The S&S Paving & Construction Podcast offers a concise look into one of Arizona's most trusted construction companies. In under four minutes, this professionally produced audio introduces listeners to a family-owned business that has perfected bringing precision and durability to projects of all sizes. The podcast begins with upbeat instrumental mu…

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Paving Contractor 1:41

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One of the biggest advantages of having a water sprinkler system is that it saves time and effort. Instead of dragging a hose around your yard or using a watering can, a sprinkler system can do the job for you. You can set it up to water your garden automatically at certain times of the day. This means you can spend more time enjoying your garden a…

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Landscaper 1:50

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If you’ve ever seen a beautiful garden or a neat backyard with green grass, flowers, and cool designs, chances are a professional landscaper helped make it look that way. A landscaper is someone who plans, builds, and maintains outdoor spaces like gardens, lawns, parks, and yards. Whether planting trees, building a patio, or setting up sprinklers, …

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Artificial Turf Installation 1:39

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Artificial turf installation is a wise investment for anyone looking to upgrade their outdoor space with minimal long-term maintenance. With the proper prep and materials, you can enjoy a pristine, green lawn 365 days a year. For more info about Artificial Turf Installation visit our website: https://www.mrchipp.com/artificial-turf-installation-boi…

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39. Why Construction Tech Keeps Failing (And How to Fix It) 35:00

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In this episode, Samantha C. Prestige sits down with Tyler Campbell to talk about the real challenges of leading construction teams—especially when it comes to communication, delegation, and building trust. Tyler shares what he’s learned from the field and how leaders can create more efficient, accountable teams without micromanaging. It’s a conver…

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Hardscape Huddle: Commercial Hardscape Trends & Innovations with Techo-Bloc Part 1 of 2 45:03

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Send us a text In this episode of The Hardscape Huddle, Jeff Tap House and Thomas from Techo-Bloc break down the latest trends in commercial hardscaping. Discover how permeable pavers are gaining traction for their low maintenance and environmental benefits, why products like Cafe Crema and Silver Granite are catching architects' eyes, and how Tech…

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$1.7M Raised to Speed Up the In-house Legal Contract Review Process 19:53

6M ago19:53

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On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, host Ben Murray sits down with Gus Neate, the co-founder and CEO of Wilson AI. Gus shares his unique journey from engineering and law to entrepreneurship, explaining how his experience in top law firms and in-house legal teams inspired the creation of Wilson AI—the world’s first AI-powered paralegal. Togethe…