Podcasts about building technology

InterSolar North America is always the first ‘big' clean energy industry conference that kicks off the year! And who doesn't want to kick off the year with a trip to sunny San Diego?!To ensure you are up-to-speed on this year's event, we've curated a "Know Before You Go" episode that will help maximize your experience at InterSolar and Energy Storage North America 2025 next week!With thousands of clean energy professionals gathering at the San Diego Convention Center, this year's event is packed with new features, insightful keynotes, and exclusive networking opportunities. AND, we're proud to announce that we're an official media partner producing the popular HUB stage live on the show floor! Whether you're attending for the first time or are a trade show veteran, this episode will give you everything you need to know before you go.Tune in as we navigate the expo floor, highlight can't-miss sessions and pinpoint the must-attend after-hours events.You'll hear from:Beckie Kier – Events Director at Diversified CommunicationsCandace Letizia – Marketing Director at Diversified CommunicationsChris Crowell – Editor-in-Chief at Solar BuilderRudy Saporite – Program Director at IBTS – Institute for Building Technology and SafetyRyan Davies – Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Yotta EnergyIn our "Know Before You Go" episode, we cover:What's new for 2025 – Get the inside scoop on the Product Showcase, Manufacturing Pavilion, and how digital wayfinders will make navigation easier.The return of Solar Battle of the Bands – After a four-year hiatus, this iconic afterparty is back! (Pro tip: Advanced registration is sold out, but a limited number of on-site tickets will be available.)The must-attend keynotes – Hear from top energy leaders like Robinson Meyer, Jesse Jenkins, and Microsoft's Hannah Green as they tackle the future of clean energy.The Hub Stage at InterSolar – For the first time, the Hub will feature live podcast recordings and interviews in partnership with SunCast and Solar Builder Magazine. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from top industry experts on the show floor!Pro networking tips – Learn how to use the AI-powered matchmaking tool to connect with the right people and make the most of networking lunches, happy hours, and the Connection Lounge. Want to hit the ground running at InterSolar 2025? Press play now and get ready!If you still haven't purchased your ticket you're in LUCK, because you can get a 20% discount by using our super-secret code: SUNCAST at checkout or go here! Stop procrastinating and come to San Diego!If you want to connect with today's guest, you'll find links to his contact info in the show notes on the blog at https://mysuncast.com/suncast-episodes/.Our Platinum Presenting Sponsor for SunCast is CPS America!SunCast is proudly supported by Trina Solar.You can learn more about all the sponsors who help make this show free for you at www.mysuncast.com/sponsors.Remember, you can always find resources, learn more about today's guest and explore recommendations, book links, and more than 730 other founder stories and startup...

Matt Faircloth and Dave Cooper discuss the evolution of construction technology, focusing on modular and offsite construction methods. They explore the current housing shortage in the U.S. and globally, examining the factors contributing to this issue, including rising costs and regulatory hurdles. The discussion highlights the potential of manufacturing and technology to create affordable housing solutions, emphasizing the need for a shift in how homes are built to meet modern demands. Dave shares insights on the benefits of modular construction, including efficiency, speed, and sustainability, while also addressing the challenges and misconceptions surrounding offsite construction methods. Sponsors: Crystal View Capital Capital Gains Tax Solutions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast.Today's episode is with a founder who is building mission-critical valuation and portfolio monitoring software for alternative asset managers.We are joined by Yann Magnan, the Co-Founder and CEO of 73 Strings, to discuss how valuation work and portfolio monitoring is moving from manual to automated and why that's so important for the industry. 73 Strings has leveraged AI and automation to more seamlessly and cost-effectively extract data, monitor portfolios, and streamline middle-office processes for valuations. 73 Strings works with a number of the industry's top alternative asset managers and has received investment from Blackstone, Fidelity International Strategic Ventures, and Broadhaven Ventures, amongst others.Yann has brought his experience as a senior member of the Duff & Phelps team, where he was EMEA Market Leader and member of the Global Operating Committee and as a Partner at EY's Transaction Advisory Services to help bring valuation and portfolio monitoring solutions into the mainstream.Yann and I had a fascinating conversation about how technology innovation is impacting private markets. We discussed:The challenges with manual valuation services businesses.How to create uniformity and standardization with private markets fund performance data.How AI is changing private markets post-investment reporting processes.Does automation in private markets help big funds or small funds more?The evolution of post-investment private markets market structure.The biggest technology innovation still missing from private markets.Why the growth of the wealth channel and evergreen funds increases the need for more streamlined reporting and valuation solutions.Thanks Yann for coming on the show to share your views and wisdom on private markets.A word from AGM podcast sponsor, Ultimus Fund SolutionsThis episode of Alt Goes Mainstream is brought to you by Ultimus Fund Solutions, a leading full-service fund administrator for asset managers in private and public markets. As private markets continue to move into the mainstream, the industry requires infrastructure solutions that help funds and investors keep pace. In an increasingly sophisticated financial marketplace, investment managers must navigate a growing array of challenges: elaborate fund structures, specialized strategies, evolving compliance requirements, a growing need for sophisticated reporting, and intensifying demands for transparency.To assist with these challenging opportunities, more and more fund sponsors and asset managers are turning to Ultimus, a leading service provider that blends high tech and high touch in unique and customized fund administration and middle office solutions for a diverse and growing universe of over 450 clients and 1,800 funds, representing $500 billion assets under administration, all handled by a team of over 1,000 professionals. Ultimus offers a wide range of capabilities across registered funds, private funds and public plans, as well as outsourced middle office services. Delivering operational excellence, Ultimus helps firms manage the ever-changing regulatory environment while meeting the needs of their institutional and retail investors. Ultimus provides comprehensive operational support and fund governance services to help managers successfully launch retail alternative products.Visit www.ultimusfundsolutions.com to learn more about Ultimus' technology enhanced services and solutions or contact Ultimus Executive Vice President of Business Development Gary Harris on email at gharris@ultimusfundsolutions.com.We thank Ultimus for their support of alts going mainstream.Show Notes00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message01:56 Welcome to Alt Goes Mainstream02:05 Introducing Yann Magnan and 73 Strings03:56 Yann's Background in Valuation Services04:33 The Inefficiencies of Manual Valuation05:20 The Genesis of 73 Strings06:11 The Importance of Experience in Private Markets06:24 Automating Valuation Processes08:32 Challenges in Standardizing Valuation09:13 The Role of Human Judgment in Valuation10:24 AI's Potential in Valuation11:10 Accountability in Automated Valuation12:47 73 Strings' Data Handling and Partnerships14:07 Standardizing Data Across Portfolios15:44 Impact of Automation on Human Processes17:02 Growth of the Wealth Channel and Evergreen Funds17:59 Accelerating Need for Better Valuation Software19:37 Challenges of High-Frequency Reporting19:59 Technological Implications of Daily Valuation20:31 Private Assets and Technology Infrastructure20:44 Industry Resilience and Smart People20:59 Forefront Firms and Blackstone Partnership21:48 Valuation Process and Data Control23:11 Extensibility to Other Asset Classes24:12 73 Strings' Versatile Platform25:13 Howard Marks on Asset Allocation25:52 Atomic Unit of Value in Valuations27:31 Data Sharing Across Business Units30:24 Automation Benefits for Large and Small Firms31:33 Building Technology for Large Firms34:16 Trust and Experience in Client Relationships35:09 Strategic Investors and Their Value37:37 Industry Participation and Standardization39:13 Maturity and Cost of Technology40:22 Future of Data in Private Markets41:39 Convergence of Private and Public Markets42:11 Volatility and Transparency in Private Markets43:14 Attracting Retail Investors44:41 Conclusion and Final Thought

In this episode, ⁠Krish Palaniappan⁠ interviews ⁠Dan Lopez⁠, an innovation executive and CTO at ⁠Neural Labs⁠. They discuss the transformative potential of machine intelligence and its applications in various fields, particularly in risk assessment and environmental monitoring. Dan shares insights into the foundational technologies at Neural Labs, the importance of understanding customer needs, and the science behind satellite imagery. The conversation highlights the intersection of technology, data, and real-world applications, emphasizing the role of AI in enhancing decision-making processes. Dan discusses the importance of understanding client needs when developing technology solutions, the market opportunities presented by AI, and the integration of new technologies with existing systems. He emphasizes the ethical considerations in technology development and the artistry involved in coding, highlighting the need for engineers to view their work as a creative endeavor. Takeaways • Machine intelligence is about augmenting human capacity. • Neural Labs focuses on applying AI in real-life solutions. • Understanding customer needs is crucial for product development. • Proximity to risk is a key use case for AI applications. • Insurance providers are primary customers for risk assessment tools. • Satellite imagery can provide insights into environmental changes. • Data from space can predict agricultural outputs and GDP. • Risk assessment involves understanding complex interdependencies. • AI can help navigate and mitigate risks in various sectors. • The future of AI lies in its integration into everyday life. • Understanding client needs is crucial for technology solutions. • AI integration opens up new market opportunities. • Technology must be built to integrate with existing systems. • Ethical considerations are paramount in technology development. • Coding should be viewed as an art form, not just a science. • Engineers need to embrace creativity in their work. • Communication with clients about AI capabilities is important. • Market sizing is essential when developing new products. • Augmentation of human intuition is key in technology design. • Continuous learning and adaptation are necessary in tech development. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dan Lopez and Neural Labs 03:13 The Journey of Machine Intelligence 06:05 Understanding Neural Labs' Solutions 09:09 Proximity to Risk: Use Cases and Customers 12:12 Engagement with Insurance Providers 15:05 The Science Behind Satellite Imagery 17:56 Connecting Data to Real-World Applications 26:45 Understanding Client Needs in Technology Solutions 29:58 Market Opportunities and AI Integration 32:50 Building Technology for Existing Systems 37:04 Technological Evolution and Ethical Considerations 40:57 The Artistry of Coding and Technology

Construction Executives Live SeriesJoin us with Justin Fortier, Partner at Fractal Group, as we explore how modern tech is revolutionizing business operations. Discover strategies for boosting productivity, overcoming implementation challenges, and navigating entrepreneurship in the digital age. Learn from Justin's extensive experience in web and product development as he shares insights on modernizing businesses and driving growth through innovative tech solutions for the construction industry and beyond. In The Zonehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/in-the-zone/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/episode-36-building-technology-for-the-modern-business-with-justin-fortier

In this episode of Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski sits down with Liz McCormick, an assistant professor of architecture at UNC Charlotte, to explore the critical connection between human health and building design. Liz shares her fascinating journey from practicing architecture to becoming a professor, delving into her research on sustainable design and climate-resistant architecture. They discuss her book, Inside Out: Human Health and the Air-Conditioning Era, which questions the modern disconnect between buildings and nature, and makes a case for designing healthier environments. Liz also highlights her innovative malaria-resistant housing project in Tanzania, her forward-thinking courses at UNC Charlotte, and her approach to creating dynamic spaces that enhance occupant well-being. This episode is packed with insights on the future of building design and its impact on human health. About Liz McCormick  Assistant Professor of Architecture at UNC Charlotte, Liz McCormick is a licensed architect, educator, and researcher whose work explores healthy, climatically sensitive, and contextually appropriate building design strategies that connect occupants to the outdoors while also reducing the dependence on mechanical conditioning technologies. She is currently working on her first book, Inside OUT (Routledge), which brings together a multi-disciplinary group of experts of the indoors, including scientists, anthropologists, engineers and architects, to discuss the future of human habitation with a dominant focus on human health in a post-pandemic world. Inside OUT will share a rich story of both the social and technological drivers of the conditioned indoors while making an argument for thoughtful interventions in the built environment. This book was inspired by the Inside l OUT Symposium that McCormick organized and moderated in Charlotte in March 2022.   McCormick is also a LEED Accredited Professional and a Certified Passive House Consultant. With more than 10 years of experience as a practicing architect, she has worked on a variety of project scales from single-family passive houses to LEED-certified commercial office buildings and campuses. In addition to teaching, McCormick is also pursuing a PhD in Design at North Carolina State University. She completed her MS in Building Technology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology as well as BAs in architecture and fine arts from the Rhode Island School of Design. CONTACT: https://idrl.charlotte.edu/liz-mccormick/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-mccormick-5a447512 https://www.instagram.com/liz_and_her_bs  Where To Find Us: https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/ www.advancedglazings.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcast www.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625 https://twitter.com/bbfhpod https://twitter.com/Solera_Daylight https://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod/ https://www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltd https://www.facebook.com/AdvancedGlazingsltd

Matt is joined by Scott Reynolds, co-founder and CEO of UpCodes, a company that helps builders, architects, tradespeople, and more navigate the complex space of building codes. Their conversation centers around how technology can streamline and improve the building process, with a focus on integrating building codes and standards into digital tools. Scott discusses his company's efforts to create a digital platform that captures industry knowledge and makes it easily accessible to builders and designers, ensuring compliance and improving decision-making during construction. He emphasizes the importance of documenting conversations and decisions for future reference, especially with the rise of remote work. Scott also touches on future developments like expanding product catalogs and closing the gap between building requirements and practical installations. Find Scott & UpCodes on the Web:Website: https://up.codes/X (formerly known as Twitter): @upcodesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@upcodesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upcodes/Scott's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-reynolds/Find Matt and The Build Show on the web:Build Show Videos: https://buildshownetwork.com/go/mattrisingerInstagram: @risingerbuild and @thebuildshowTikTok: @thebuildshowYouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@buildshowWebsite: https://risingerbuild.com/ and https://buildshownetwork.com/Join us at Build Show LIVE this November 7-9 in Austin, TX. Click here to register now! Don't miss a single episode of Build Show content. Sign up for our newsletter.

Innventure (INV) CEO Bill Haskell joins Nicole Petallides to discuss how Innventure founds, funds and operates companies using evolving technology. He talks about its partnerships with Nokia and Procter & Gamble, along with how Innventure is expanding the A.I. space. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribe Download the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185 Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7 Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watch Watch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-explore Watch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/ Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Attorney, award winning filmmaker,  best selling author, and Co-Founder of GameUp Crystal McCrary joins the community to chat about building “The Amazon for Youth Basketball”. Crystal and her son, Orlando Magic Point Guard Cole Anthony, are building a marketplace that connects kids and their parents to the trainers, teams, and resources that fit their current skill level. That app has been in Beta but will be launching soon. We chat about the challenges of youth basketball, entrepreneurship, and where the future of Youth Sports is heading via technology. The views and opinions expressed in this video are solely those of the individuals featured and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of Athletes & Assets. We do not accept liability for any advice given in this video, and viewers are encouraged to seek professional guidance before making any business decisions. Additionally, the participation of athletes in this video does not imply endorsement or sponsorship by their respective employers.

In this episode, Matt Watson interviews Marcus Waite, the President of Empara and CIO of Goodroot, about healthcare technology. They discuss the challenges and complexities of the healthcare industry, the role of generative AI in simplifying healthcare processes, the high cost of healthcare in the United States, and the need for transparency and cost-saving solutions. Marcus also shares insights into the work of Goodroot, a company that focuses on solving healthcare problems through innovative solutions and a portfolio of affiliate companies. TakeawaysHealthcare is a complex industry with many systems and processes that need to be reinvented to improve the overall experience.Generative AI has the potential to be a game-changer in healthcare, simplifying processes and providing curated responses to help individuals navigate their healthcare journey.The high cost of healthcare in the United States is a significant challenge, and there is a need for transparency and cost-saving solutions.Goodroot is a company that focuses on solving healthcare problems through innovative solutions and a portfolio of affiliate companies. Find Startup Hustle Everywhere:https://gigb.co/l/YEh5 This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:https://fullscale.io/ Find out more about Empara here:https://www.empara.io Learn more about Markus Waite here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/markuswaite/ Sign up for the Startup Hustle newsletter:https://newsletter.startuphustle.xyz/ Sound Bites"Our mission is reinventing healthcare one system at a time.""Generative AI is a game-changer. We've officially drank the Kool-Aid.""The high cost of healthcare is a significant challenge, and there is no incentive to make it less expensive." Chapters00:00 Introduction to Marcus Waite and Goodroot02:15 The Evolution of Healthcare Technology06:38 The High Cost of Healthcare in the United States10:12 Empowering Employees to Make Informed Healthcare Decisions16:56 Overview of Goodroot and its Innovative Solutions21:08 Selling Healthcare Technology Solutions23:03 Building Technology in the Healthcare Industry30:13 The Need for Transparency and Cost-Saving SolutionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lekhana Reddy is a data content creator focusing on mindfulness. We chat about how mindfulness in technology is key, especially given the need to maintain humanity with the rise of AI. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lekhanareddy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storytellingbydata/

Text us is you have a question for Matt or a guest. We want to hear from you. I'm excited to bring you the third installment of an ongoing conversation with Ryan O'Donnell. Ryan embodies the idea of systems change starting with personal transformation. In previous episodes we hear about how Ryan went from being a tech entrepreneur, to foster parent, to former foster parent, to advocate for one parent, and ultimately advocate and activist for parents. In this episode, we get an update on what is happening with Garnell and his son (who was placed with Ryan) and what Ryan is up to now. Since our last episode, Ryan has launched a new company called Sunlight and its first product, Your Case Plan (YCP). YCP is being designed for parent defense attorneys to equip them with software that can help them better represent their clients and ultimately win in the courtroom. The first version of YCP is being launched and tested through the Oklahoma Office of Family Representation. To learn more about Sunlight and Your Case Plan you can visit their website. Introducing Sunlight Read Ryan's blog about founding Sunlight. Our Founding StoryTo learn more about the Oklahoma Office of Family Representation you can visit their website. Oklahoma Office of Family RepresentationYou are invited to join the Proximity Podcast Club, a community of people supporting one another through their process of becoming who they want to be in this work. We have two options to make this community accessible. We meet every Monday at 9am ET and 9am PT (12pm ET). You can join the club by filling out this contact form.  Proximity Podcast Club - Google FormsPlease connect with me, Matt Anderson, on LinkedIn - Matt Anderson | LinkedIn

You asked, we listened. That's right– you wanted to hear more about Open Store, so Nik pulled Trent Riggs (President of OpenStore) and Lukas Judodihardjo (Head of Operations at OpenStore) onto the pod to break down the ways that they're revolutionizing the Shopify ecosystem.  Trent and Lukas explain what it's like to represent over 100,000 different Shopify brands– and what your DTC needs to know about how they view the little guys. What's their acquisition strategy like? How does their business model actually work? Trent and Lukas reveal the different verticals of OpenStore and what they look for when working with different brands.  What do two of the biggest pioneers in the DTC community have to say about succeeding in the increasingly competitive, community-driven e-commerce landscape? And what are their plans for sustaining growth OpenStore's growth well into the future?  Only Mr. Sharma can get the answers to the questions you've been dying to ask.  Fulfil is an ERP built for 8 and 9-figure brands focused on driving customer delight. With direct integrations and ops automation, we help you run a fast warehouse or streamline 3PL connections.  Visit fulfil.io to learn more. 00:00:40 - Quick Background on Lucas and Trenton's Roles at OpenStore 00:04:33 - How OpenStore's Mission Has Changed Over the Years 00:05:54 - How Does OpenStore's Business Model Work? 00:08:47 - The Different Verticals of OpenStore 00:13:06 - What Makes a Business Enticing to OpenStore? 00:20:53 - Discoverability Strategies for Siloed Brands 00:25:54 - The Structure of Managing 50 Brands and 2 Million Customers 00:30:14 - Bulk Discounts Available for Openstore 00:36:41 - Why is The Average Brand Struggling With Growth? 00:39:33 - Building Technology for Brand Growth 00:42:58 - OpenStore Brands on TikTok Shop Today 00:42:46 - Don't Forget Loyal Customers as You Scale 00:45:23 - Advice From Experiences Operating OpenStore Check out the Nik's DTC newsletter: https://bit.ly/3mOUJMJ And if you're looking for an instant stream of on-demand DTC gold, check out the Limited Supply Slack Channel for Nik and Moiz's most unfiltered, uncensored thoughts. Connect With Lukas Judodihardjo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukasjudodihardjo/  Connect With Trent Riggs: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trentonriggs/ Follow Nik: Twitter: twitter.com/mrsharma Follow Moiz: Twitter: twitter.com/moizali

If you've installed a video doorbell or bought a webcam to keep an eye on a new puppy, or even just asked your smart speaker to play your favorite podcast, you've dipped your toe into the world of smart building technology. In this episode, we're going to explore how smart buildings can make life richer, easier and safer. Host: Parrish Murphy Host, New World Workforce Guests: Walter “Matt” Adams Instructor/Program Coordinator,  Electrical Technology & Smart Building Technology Amanda Wildman Owner TruMedia Member, CEDIA Board of Directors Brian Candido, M.Ed. Director of Strategic Partnerships and Workforce Development Capital Idea Web Links:  hccs.edu/programs/areas-of-study/construction-industry--manufacturing/electrical-technology trumediahome.com facebook.com/TruMediaHome cedia.org capitalideahouston.org #SmartBuilding #SmartHome #WomenInConstruction #Cedia #CapitalIdea #WeAreHCC SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@HoustonCommunityCollegeTV LISTEN to our audio podcasts! https://hcctvpodcasts.libsyn.com/

MILANO (ITALPRESS) - Bosch nel 2023 ha realizzato in Italia un fatturato di 2,6 miliardi di euro, con una crescita dell'1,8% circa rispetto all'anno precedente. Per Industrial Technology e Consumer Good andamento stabile, mentre il settore di business Energy and Building Technology ha registrato un rallentamento. Nel 2023 il settore di business Bosch Mobility ha ottenuto una crescita in tutte le principali aree. Anno positivo anche per la divisione Mobility Aftermarket, il settore dei ricambi per veicoli.xh7/sat/gsl

MILANO (ITALPRESS) - Bosch nel 2023 ha realizzato in Italia un fatturato di 2,6 miliardi di euro, con una crescita dell'1,8% circa rispetto all'anno precedente. Per Industrial Technology e Consumer Good andamento stabile, mentre il settore di business Energy and Building Technology ha registrato un rallentamento. Nel 2023 il settore di business Bosch Mobility ha ottenuto una crescita in tutte le principali aree. Anno positivo anche per la divisione Mobility Aftermarket, il settore dei ricambi per veicoli.xh7/sat/gsl

For Episode 30, we were joined by Nick Clark and Mike Brooman to discuss Aukett Swanke's recent acquisition of the assets of Vanti. We discussed the reasons behind the acquisition. It's Aukett Swanke's 4th acquisition within a year and we also discussed their plans to improve the delivery of smart building technology on commercial building projects. More on the acquisition here

Richard Lawrence has a long history in the solar industry and is very knowledgeable in many areas (He was formerly the Executive Director of NABCEP among other things). Our main focus of this podcast was apprenticeship programs. This is a big deal, since to qualify for the Inflation Reduction Act 30% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for projects over 1MW, fulfilling the apprenticeship and prevailing wage standards are required.   Topics covered:   Richard Lawrence career: IREC Program Director currently 5 years irecusa.org IBTS 2 years - Institute for Building Technology and Safety NABCEP Executive Director 3.5 yrs Solar (PV) Instructor Training Network Hudson Valley Community College Topics covered and questions answered: What is an apprenticeship? What is prevailing wage? Union vs. non-union Is prevailing wage different for different places? Right to work states (anti-union) Registered apprenticeship programs Unregistered apprenticeship programs How does someone set up an apprenticeship program? Who to register an apprenticeship program with, like the DOL (Department of Labor) Local and federal programs IRA-apprenticeship - tax credits - pay workers prevailing wage 1MW and up 15% of labor hours requirement What is IREC doing for apprenticeship and What is IREC Drama with different unions and non-unions-everyone wants the work $200k/yr electrician cost Prevailing wage for small vs. large projects Can election results take away these benefits Veterans California C46 solar license and batteries Solar PV Instructor Training Network Hudson Valley Community College SPI NYSERDA www.nyserda.ny.gov Massachusetts Clean Energy Center www.masscec.com Burnham Energy AHJ Multi Junction Technology Apprenticeship programs. Solar Energy International Department of Energy www.energy.gov Larry Sherwood Soul Smart Program in Puerto Rico Zoning laws Donations Cod community college Non-Profit Organizations SEAC Sustainable Energy Action Committee www.sustainableenergyaction.org ANSI Standards Jane Weissman Solar ABC's www.solarabcs.org Solar ready veterans network John Kim American Battery Factory IBEW International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers www.ibew.org UBC United Brotherhood of Carpenters www.carpenters.org ITC Eike Weber Herman Scheer NREL www.nrel.gov   Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean's classes at www.heatspring.com/sean

It's that time of year again - everybody's favorite warm-winter-weather solar tradeshow - Intersolar North America and Energy Storage North America - is just a few days away. I'll be trading the winter chill for sunny San Diego along with 10,000 of my fellow #SolarWarriors. Today's episode is geared to get you ready to go (and pumped) for Intersolar, January 17-19 at the San Diego Convention Center.As with other major shows, I like to do a Know Before You Go (KBYG) episode to help you get oriented and better plan your time. Reminder, if you haven't already, you can get a 20% discount to the show with code “SUNCAST” (and also get a FREE Expo Hall pass!)..so what are you waiting for?Today you'll hear from 3 folks intimately tied to the programming & planning of Intersolar & Energy Storage North America: Wes Doane, Vice President of Diversified Communications, shares the event's transformation journey under the new management and this year's theme. Rudy Saporite from the Institute for Building Technology and Safety takes us behind the scenes of the crowd-favorite “Solar Games” competition - an actual live installation race where solar installers can earn up to $

Peter's career in the hospitality industry has been shaped by a childhood spent immersed in the outdoors, instilling in him a deep appreciation for exceptional dining experiences. Starting at Park Burger and later transitioning to concept development with Gustamo group, Peter's journey underscores his unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch guest experiences. Notably, his innovative approach at Bird Call, focusing on providing high-quality ingredients at an affordable price, showcases his dedication to redefining the dining landscape. With a strong emphasis on community-centric restaurants, Peter's expertise in hospitality and concept development presents invaluable insights for restaurant owners and industry professionals aiming to elevate their establishments. In this episode, you will be able to: Unlock the secret to creating transformative dining experiences. Discover the impact of COVID-19 on the hospitality industry. Explore the innovative concept development in the hospitality industry. Learn the art of incorporating technology into the dining experience. Understand the importance of employee experience in the restaurant industry. The key moments in this episode are: 00:02:47 - Early Start in Hospitality 00:05:01 - Mission of Bird Call 00:08:53 - Family Influence 00:13:26 - Concepting Restaurants 00:14:59 - Importance of Hospitality Projects 00:15:37 - Creating a Unique Dining Experience 00:20:33 - Adapting to the Pandemic 00:22:47 - Community Support during COVID 00:27:10 - Building Custom Technology 00:29:24 - The Evolution of Bird Call 00:30:53 - Building Technology for Better Guest Experience 00:32:55 - The Magic of Integrated Technology 00:34:11 - The Power of Details 00:36:15 - Bird Call's Expansion to Arizona WEBSITE: https://www.eatbirdcall.com/  INSTAGRAM:  http://www.instagram.com/eat.birdcall  FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/eat.birdcall/  SUPPORT: If you love this episode, please share it with someone you know will also enjoy it! Not for us, but for our guests, leave a review on iTunes. While you are listening, post a screenshot on social media and make sure to tag @FindingArizonaPodcast so we can thank you!  Leave us a five star review!  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-arizona-podcast/id969100902?mt=2   Want to be a guest or a sponsor of the show? Send us a message on the https://www.findingarizonapodcast.com/contact  SPONSORS:  Craving a perfect snack? Enjoy 20% off all products at Perfect Bar using this special link: http://perfectbar.refr.cc/brittanyacevedo?t=tg. Treat yourself to perfection! Revitalize your self-care routine with Earth Based Body! Get 20% off your first online purchase at https://earthbasedbody.com/discount/FINDINGARIZONA. Embrace the goodness of nature for radiant skin! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/finding-arizona-podcast/message

Join us on the Data Bytes Podcast as we explore the dynamic world of tech ecosystems, innovation, and inclusive AI communities with Louis Stewart, Head of Strategic Initiatives, Developer Ecosystem at NVIDIA. Discover the ingredients for successful tech ecosystems, the impact of government policies, and real-world examples of thriving tech hubs. Learn about fostering diversity and ethics in AI, and gain valuable advice from Louis Stewart's career journey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

In this episode of Knowledge Counts, host Wendy Hobbs speaks with Diane Lee from H.H. Angus & Associates about Smart Building Technology. • Host: Wendy Hobbs, PQS(F) • Producer: Ryan Schriml • Guest: Diane Lee About Our Guest: Diane Lee, Project Director, Technology Division, H.H. Angus & Associates Diane brings a diverse background of over 15 years of construction, commissioning, project management and advisory experience across a multitude of building sectors. In her past performance working as a consultant, Principal of an independent commissioning firm in Calgary and Director of Technical Services and Building Performance for one of the largest construction companies in Canada, it has complemented her strive for continuous improvement with a focus on significant impact to project delivery, client management and change management. Her focus is driven by valuing and understanding client and project requirements and the successful implementation in meeting strategic objectives. She continues her career path in the building and technology industry focused on high complex projects within HHA's Technology Division and is a technical resource to HHA's Strategy & Digital Services, Angus Connect Division. For complete show notes, go to ciqs.org/podcast.

With vocal impressions of famous Black historical leaders and the fusion of history, spoken word and hip-hop, author, scholar and orator Maurice Miles Martinez (MC Brotha Miles) discusses the African impact on Roman naval technology. He concludes this podcast with a powerful poem. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maurice-miles-martinez/support

On this episode of the Futurum Tech Webcast – Interview Series, I am joined by Laura Laltrello, VP & GM, Services at Honeywell to dig into all the things in the world that are connected, that are driving intelligence, and some of these things are things that you may not know about. We discuss the power of developing a seamless integration stack–integrating all industrial and information technology that exists into a building into one seamless integration stack. We also learn how Honeywell is helping their customers navigate their ESG goals, and hear more about the company's work in developing smart cities and the technology needed to build them. In our conversation, we discussed the following: What we mean by “intelligent world” and how infrastructure is connected How Honeywell is helping their customers navigate and achieve their ESG goals The ways that seamless integration can also improve security across operations How Honeywell technology is helping to develop smart cities, both within existing infrastructure and from the ground up The importance of having reliable and visible data integration to ensure the best outcomes for their customers

Eric Planey, CEO of SolaBlock, joins Smart Manufacturing contributing lead editor Amy Bryson for a discussion about the future of sustainable building technology and how smart manufacturing plays a critical role. SolaBlock is a construction tech and clean energy company that addresses the need for vertical, masonry-backed solar power to provide renewable energy for customers seeking green energy alternatives.

On this episode, host Bess Freedman sits down to talk with Ian Davis, a founding member of Davis Craig, PLLC, a telecommunications and technology law firm and leader in the field of telecommunications transactions, and the Vice President of New Business Development at Cox Communications, Guillermo Rivas, to discuss the operating and legal issues associated with smart building technology in multifamily housing.  From the reasons you want your smart tech to ‘fail dumb' to what to look out for when negotiating smart building technology service agreements, this is one episode you don't want to miss.  So press play and join us for another insightful episode of Open Door, brought to you by Cox Communities, where we're providing information for you to consider when making decisions for your multifamily communities and helping you discover the latest trends and technologies that are making some owners stand out.  Follow UsTwitter @CoxCommFacebook @coxcommunicationsInstagram @coxcommunicationsPresented by Cox Communitieshttps://www.cox.com/residential/mdu-community.html

Welcome Closers!In this episode of Profitable Property Management, host Jordan Muela is joined by Chuck Hattemer, Co-Founder of Poplar Homes, to discuss the journey of building and scaling their proptech company over 9 years.Topics Discussed: Origin story of Poplar Homes and early challenges with product-market fit Pivoting to focus more on operations and building out scalable processes Taking a measured approach to M&A vs raising lots of capital The importance of preserving local expertise through acquisitions Their vision for creating branded digital experiences for owners and renters How Poplar thinks about expanding into new markets Navigating differing regulatory environments across states Perspective on role of proptech in the future of real estate If you want to hear the inside scoop from a successful proptech founder, don't miss this episode!Make sure to like

It's no secret that natural disasters are scary scenarios for everyone, but for the multifamily owner or developer, these events create challenges that can have dire consequences.  But the good news is that with the right plans in place and correct preparations made, you can manage through these trying times and bounce back quickly.  So what are the best practices and things to consider when prepping your properties and residents?  On this episode, Bess Freedman sits down with two experts in the field, Duncan Cannon, the Director of Building Technology at Cortland, and Jim Shortal, the Assistant Vice President of Enterprise Business Continuity at Cox Communications, to provide you with key things to consider as you get ready for everything mother nature has in store.  From the best ways to train staff and prepare residents, to the biggest challenges smart technology like locks and thermostats create in the event of power loss, this is one episode you don't want to miss.  So press play and join us for another insightful episode of Open Door, presented by Cox Communities.Follow UsTwitter @CoxCommFacebook @coxcommunicationsInstagram @coxcommunicationsPresented by Cox Communitieshttps://www.cox.com/residential/mdu-community.html

A guest of the EEC at this year's National Energy Efficiency Conference, Dr Jessica Granderson directs the Building Technology and Urban Systems Division at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, and is one of the world's foremost experts on building efficiency and energy management. In this episode, Luke and Jessica explore the ins and outs of smart buildings, discussing how software can be used as an overlay to traditional building technology; how governments can advance policies that incentivise the market; how building users interact with flexible loads; and most importantly, how all this smart building potential can be turned into reality. What's apparent is just how much can be achieved using existing technology and systems, which will be able to interact with future technology. But as exciting as coming innovations may be: we don't need to wait. Connect with Jessica Connect with Lukeeec.org.au

Dr. Diana Fisler is an experienced building materials scientist turned Entrepreneur who is Interested in the interface between early building technology innovation and corporations that bring these technologies to market. She's running her own research in this space as the CEO of EcoSnap, a technology she is bringing to market that speeds up and lowers the cost of the installation of mini split heat pump systems.  Dr. Fisler is an entrepreneur in residence at ADL ventures and actively part of the team at the Advanced Building Construction Collaborative. Both groups are looking at how to bring meaningful change and innovation to the construction industry. Diana Fisler on LinkedIn ADL Ventures EcoSnap ABC/Advanced Building Construction Collaborative RMI UpCodes 

On this episode, host Tyler Chisholm sits down with Albert Lee from Closure Liability Management, a well-site assessment company in the energy sector. They discuss various topics, including the uncertainty surrounding the ultimate reserve life of shale developments and the potential for technological advancements to increase their value. They also explore the importance of hoarding valuable resources and the role of Closure Liability in managing reserve companies' worth and planning for declines and exits.The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.givesome.orgWe're on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler's Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholmTyler's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Closure Liability Management's Website: https://www.closurelm.comClosure Liability Management's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/closure-liability-management/Albert Lee's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/albertkleeCollisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

Episode 52: Alex Lieberman (@businessbarista) chats with Brett Adcock (@adcock_brett), founder of Vettery, Archer, and Figure. Figure is a cutting edge AI robotics company developing a general purpose humanoid robot to provide labor for undesirable and unsafe jobs. From the successes of his former businesses, Brett continues his entrepreneurial venture towards fixing the human labor shortage. There are many assumptions about AI robotics and Brett disspells some of them, namely, general purpose robots may be closer than we think.  Links: Learn more about Figure Timestamps:  (00:44): Intro (08:01): Vettery, first startup (09:37): Origins of Archer (14:52): The process of selling a business (25:25): The founding of Figure (30:52): Making humanoid robotics possible (39:00): A culture built around the mission #TheCrazyOnes #Startups #Entrepreneur Listen to The Crazy Ones here: https://link.chtbl.com/OV4W93_W Watch The Crazy Ones here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheCrazyOnesPod  Subscribe to Morning Brew! Sign up for free today: https://bit.ly/morningbrewyt Follow The Brew! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morningbrew/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/MorningBrew Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@morningbrew Follow Our Hosts! Alex Lieberman (@businessbarista) Jesse Pujji (@jspujji) Learn more about Shopify here: shopify.com/crazyones  Learn more about Validated here: http://bit.ly/ValidatedPodcast  Learn more about Think! here: https://strongerthanyouthink.info/thecrazyones  Learn more about Mercury here: https://mercury.com/

Polly has been working in the electrical industry for decades. She went from working on the jobsite to now being the Dean of Construction Sciences & Building Technology at Dunwoody College. Polly talks with our host Mike Miller as to what it is like being a woman in the industry. 

On today's episode, Alicia, Chris, and Patrick are chatting with Vonjy Rakajoba, UK Managing Director at Robert Bosch. The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services and employs roughly 402,600 associates worldwide. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Bosch believes that hydrogen has a bright future as an energy carrier, and is making considerable upfront investments in this area. From 2021 to 2024, the company plans to invest around 600 million euros in mobile fuel-cell applications and a further 400 million euros in stationary ones for the generation of electricity and heat. Vonjy is here with us to discuss more about what Bosch's expansion into the hydrogen energy sector will look like and how the company expects the market to grow moving forward.Links:Bosch website: https://www.bosch.com/UtilityDive article on Bosch fuel cell manufacturing: https://www.utilitydive.com/news/bosh-invests-200m-to-produce-fuel-cell-stacks-in-us/631538/

Join special guests Jonathan Goldsworthy Managing Director Sipform, Tom Young CEO uDrew, Luca Bologna Founder Architre, and James Hickey CEO of Lifesize Plans. Hear the latest property and construction technology news with PropTech Hub WA on PropTech Radio Show Perth.Hosts Prash, Sarah & Ash brought to you by Beyond Bank, PEXA, Land Services WA, HMO Property Co, Highbury Homes, JNG Property Group & Realty Assist Australia.

In this episode, meet Chima Ezeokoye, co-founder at WeMove Technologies, a Tech Startup Building Solutions for Mobility and Transportation in Nigeria, including the possibility to hire agricultural equipment, cars, busses, trucks etc. In the interview Chima shares... What his personal learning journey was from his first beginnings in business to becoming co-founder of the startup.How the idea for WeMove Technologies was piloted by his co-founder after a friend requested transport from him to move family to another state for a weddingWhat challenges the business faced and overcame And what his advice to young Nigerians is. He also shares why he describes himself as the guy that goes around, shakes peoples hands and smiles and how pricing happens on the WeMove platform. There is a lot of gold in this interview and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did. And now without further ado, enter Chima Ezeokoye.

Art Shaikh is the Founder and CEO of CircleIt, a generational platform that gives you the ability to send cards, media and gifts to your loved ones - for any future date - even long after you're gone. Art is using twenty years of experience building teams and maintaining strategic relationships to impact the world. He's created an amazing business over the last few years and has shown no signs of slowing down. Today, Art speaks to how the technology behind CircleIt works, the impact mentors have had on his career, and why he believes his latest project, DigitalWill is going to be instrumental.Episode SponsorSmall Fish, Big Pond – https://smallfishbigpond.com/ Use the promo code ‘SaaSFuel'Champion Leadership Group – https://championleadership.com/Key Takeaways01:11 – Jeff introduces today's guest, Art Shaikh, who joins the show to share the unique origin story of CircleIt and his journey as an ‘accidental entrepreneur'09:48 – A truly mission-driven company and how the technology behind CircleIt works18:31 – The impact that travel has had on Art's life24:01 – Jeff takes a moment to thank one of today's sponsors, Champion Leadership Group24:32 – Art speaks to what the future holds for CircleIt and how he is ensuring CircleIt will remain relevant28:37 – Art's latest project, DigitalWill33:00 – The role that mentors played in Art's success and one piece of advice Art would give to fellow founders36:32 – Jeff thanks Art for joining the show and lets listeners know where to learn more about CircleIt and DigitalWill38:38 – Why Art believes DigitalWill.com will be so instrumental43:17 – Jeff thanks Art once again for sharing his storyTweetable Quotes“What if I can solve this problem that everyone will have? Because when somebody who is terminally ill or passes, they have to rely on other people to do things on their behalf. And, I looked at it and I said, ‘Technology can do that better, and securely, and privately, and in a much smarter manner than traditionally passing out CD Roms and stuff like that.” (07:09) (Art)“Our company's core business is anything you want to be able to be delivered to your loved one now or in the future, this is the technology that you're gonna trust.” (12:07) (Art)“We have seen countries and islands that I had never heard of that have our technology. So, it's kinda cool in that sense that just out of Chicago a company that started with a true passion to make a difference is gaining acceptance globally.” (17:38) (Art)“Smart cards eliminate knowing the future date. You don't have that concern. You give [your message] to us and it's our promise to deliver. That evolution is so important because so many people want to do things in the future and the future is uncertain. So, you've got to be there for the wedding day in order to be there to deliver your message. We don't ask for that. You tell us who's getting married and that's pretty much it. The responsibility is ours. The idea is peace of mind that a company will look after that and deliver.” (26:45) (Art)“So we created a technology where you can do all your digital assets, your wishes, your important documents that you want to pass down - this is your birth certificate - all that type of stuff in one place.” (31:38) (Art)“Advice I would tell [other SaaS founders] is trust your instinct, number one. It's very important because people will give you a lot of ideas. Listen to the ideas, but do what your instinct tells you. In the end if that fails you, it's ok. Failing is just the first attempt

Kevin Mull is Director of Strategy, Planning and Business Development, Mobility Solutions - Americas at Robert Bosch LLC and is a co-founder of the Detroit Smart Parking Lab. Key topics in this conversation include: How the Detroit Smart Parking Lab is helping to advance mobility The complexity of automated parking from a business model perspective Potential use cases and downstream benefits of automated parking Bosch's plan for NAIAS 2022 Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/KevinMull https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-mull-82495312/ https://www.acmwillowrun.org/detroitsmartparkinglab/ https://www.bosch-mobility-solutions.com/en/ Kevin's Bio Kevin Mull is Director of Strategy, Planning and Business Development, Mobility Solutions - Americas at Robert Bosch LLC. In this role, Mull is responsible for regional strategy development and execution, business planning, and business development activities including new account development within the region. His role also includes mobility start-up engagement and partner activities with other business incubation and acceleration entities. In this role, Mull is also a co-founder of the Detroit Smart Parking Lab. Since joining Bosch in 1992, Mull has held numerous leadership positions within the Automotive Aftermarket division. His previous position, beginning in 2013, was leader of the Connected Cloud Services business portfolio in North America, including sales and marketing, product management, engineering and operations. Prior to that, he started and led the EV Charging Infrastructure business, and has held various other business development and general management roles in both OEM and independent aftermarket business units that focused on vehicle diagnostic, service and training products, solutions and services. Mull earned a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA. He lives in the City of Detroit and is an active volunteer in Special Olympics MI and Big Brothers Big Sisters Detroit. About Bosch The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 402,600 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2021). The company generated sales of 78.7 billion euros in 2021. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. As a leading IoT provider, Bosch offers innovative solutions for smart homes, Industry 4.0, and connected mobility. Bosch is pursuing a vision of mobility that is sustainable, safe, and exciting. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/ Edison Manufacturing: At Edison Manufacturing, our specialty is building and assembling highly complex mobility products in annual quantities of ten to tens of thousands utilizing an agile, robust, and capital-light approach.

Today our guest is Anna Tsagkalou, Architect and Co-Founder of the MOR Studio in the Netherlands. Anna Tsagkalou is an architect, sustainability engineer and cofounder of MOR Studio. Anna graduated from National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) and continued her studies at TU Delft where she obtained an MSc in Building Technology. Her focus lies on developing an integrated design approach, where climate and energy performance- driven design are used as integral tools for creating sustainable architecture.

Innovation, transformation and the introduction of more advanced technologies are on the agendas of most groups in an organization today. The same certainly holds true for internal audit functions – but perhaps not at the same levels of engagement as departments such as finance and IT. In fact, the results of the latest Next-Generation Internal Audit Survey from Protiviti show that overall maturity levels for enabling technologies such as advanced analytics and process mining trend lower than areas of governance and methodology.Many CAEs and internal audit leaders want to capitalize on the greater efficiency and precision that more advanced technologies and automation can offer but are uncertain of how or where to get started.For this podcast, we sat down to discuss these issues and challenges with Protiviti Managing Director Angelo Poulikakos. Angelo is the global leader of the Technology Audit practice with Protiviti. For more information, read Innovation and Transformation Are Driving the Future of Internal Auditing, which is available at www.protiviti.com/IASurvey. Contact Angelo at angelo.poulikakos@protiviti.com.For a full transcript of this podcast, contact Kevin Donahue: kevin.donahue@protiviti.com.

Today, my guest is Marc Pégulu. Marc is the vice president of Internet of Things product marketing and strategy for Semtech Wireless and Wensing Products Group. And in just a minute, we're gonna speak with Marc about the IoT of things with commercial buildings, and how low raw sensors are being deployed to help builders, owners and residents overcome some of the biggest challenges for smart applications with commercial buildings.

In this episode, we discuss how conversational AI can transform business processes to enable knowledge workers to spend less time doing routine processes and more time solving problems. We also explore the problem of proliferation of apps in user interfaces which requires constant learning from your teams and are often either used improperly or often not at all.  Our guest today is John Michelsen, CEO of Krista. Krista is a nothing like code intelligent automation platform that builds and integrates machine learning in apps so you can optimise business outcomes. IoT ONE is an IoT focused research and advisory firm. We provide research to enable you to grow in the digital age. Our services include market research, competitor information, customer research, market entry, partner scouting, and innovation programs. For more information, please visit iotone.com

The growing interest in smart cities has been coupled with questions on how to use technology in an efficient, ethical and inclusive way to achieve the public and government's best interests and to ensure that the needs of local communities are met. In this episode of the Anticipate podcast, Iftikhar Zubair, Head of Building Technology at WSP in the Middle East is joined by Yousef Khalili, General Manager of ZainTech in UAE (Previously know as NXN) to uncover the factors that are critical for smart city success with particular emphasis on key human aspects including customer centricity and inter-departmental interface.

eProperty care helps landlords use the power of technology to increase the value of your real estate property. Join us today as Charles walks us through his solution to add quickly add value to any real estate property. Guest Bio Charles Hadsell is the CEO and founder of ePropertyCare, a PropTech company based outside of Boston MA. ePropertyCare delivers smart building solutions for landlords, developers and real estate firms over a cellular connection. Guest Link www.epropertycare.com https://epropertycare.com/solutions/ Charles LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-hadsell/ Book Recommendation The Psychology of Money: Morgan Housel

 In this episode, we talk with Ajla Aksamija, the new Chair of the University of Utah School of Architecture, former Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and from the architectural firm Perkins & Will, where she contributed her knowledge as a Researcher and Associate on building technology.We'll explore the role of technology in contemporary design, how it affects the building assemblies, the costs associated, and the manifestation of current trends and philosophies on the built environment.  This podcast scratches the surface of critical thinking in the environmental realm and promises to yield many more conversations in the future.  Wall assemblies, global warming, extreme elements, micro-grids, mass-timber structures, embodied carbon, and many other topics are discussed in this hour-long conversation.Check the AIA Utah website to find more information, diagrams, pictures, and resources.  We want to thank the University of Utah for using their recording studio.  Stay tuned to Building Resilience for additional episodes coming soon.

Join special guests Daniel Dinelli General Manager of Move Homes and Hani Massoud Chief Technology Officer of Niche Living. First hand insights into the building challenges and technology break throughs. Followed by rising star entrepreneurs Neil, Co-Director of LPod, Tom, Founder of Udrew and then Deepak, Founder of CXO. To see what's coming to the building site soon, listen now.

Panelists: Andrew Staniforth: Principal at L+L Holding Colin Koop, AIA: Partner at SOM Violet Whitney, LEED AP: Director of Product Management at Sidewalk labs Moderator: D.K. Wang, LEED AP: Architecture Professional at SOM Video Recording Available: https://www.cre-media.com/events/101521 Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://cre-media.com/subscribe Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cre-media Instagram: https://instagram/cre_mediagroup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxhFD4yDokHv6u3UxhjYtGA Please contact us here: https://www.cre-media.com/contact Disclaimer: This commercial real estate podcast is intended for commercial real estate professionals, institutions, and investors only. The views expressed in this show are for informational, entertainment, and educational purposes only, and do not imply suitability. Views and opinions expressed are those of the presenters only and do not reflect the views of their employers, institutions, and associations. The information is not intended as investment advice, is not a recommendation about investing, and the presenters and their companies are not acting as your fiduciary.

Webinar: Emerging Trends in Building Technology, Design, and Development October 15th 2pm ET / 11am PT Sign Up Here: https://www.cre-media.com/events/101521 Webinar: Seattle Development Panel October 29th 1pm ET / 10am PT Sign UP Here: https://www.cre-media.com/events/102921 Recordings of these webinars will be available. Please share these events on LinkedIn and other social media to help us spread the word!  Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://cre-media.com/subscribe Social Media LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cre-media Instagram: https://instagram/cre_mediagroup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxhFD4yDokHv6u3UxhjYtGA Please contact us here: https://www.cre-media.com/contact Disclaimer: This commercial real estate podcast is intended for commercial real estate professionals, institutions, and investors only. The views expressed in this show are for informational, entertainment, and educational purposes only, and do not imply suitability. Views and opinions expressed are those of the presenters only and do not reflect the views of their employers, institutions, and associations. The information is not intended as investment advice, is not a recommendation about investing, and the presenters and their companies are not acting as your fiduciary.

With skills unconsciously forged by his creative environment, Roger Skeete always loved building things with his hands from a tender age. Having a brother who is a chef, well-known for his unique recipes, a serial entrepreneur as a mother, a professional landscaping aunt and a preeminent architect as an uncle; there was little surprise that his career path would lead to a profession in building and design.After high school, he attended the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College where he was formally introduced to Architecture & Building Technology. His interest then lead him to Jamaica to pursue an Associate Degree in Architecture at the College of Arts, Science and Technology (formerly CAST), now called the University of Technology (UTECH) and then to Barking (& Dagenham) College, London to complete a course in Industrial Model Making.Learn the different types of architectural models, their varying benefits, different uses and what determines the type of model needed. Understand the challenges of this intricate process and ultimately what you must consider to maximize your return on investment.

The evolution of the electric grid is being driven by technology ecosystems that orchestrate distributed energy, flexible energy, and mobile energy, all of which are underpinned by resilience. Mahesh Sudhakaran, General Manager, Global Energy, Environment & Utilities Industry for IBM talks about these ecosystems and specifically how the City of Copenhagen is tackling flexibility.

Vedant, an entering sophomore at Eastlake High in Sammamish WA discusses his year long effort to build a system ("Ora") to audibly warn wildlife to get away from oncoming cars. His passion, effort and talent shines through in this conversation.   You can follow us at   https://twitter.com/carabinermedia1. You can also send us feedback to startupfeedback@carabinermedia.com If you enjoyed the podcast and found it useful, please subscribe, rate and share with friends and colleagues

EP273 - Amazon FBA Roll-ups with Alex Kopco of Forum Brands  Alex Kopco is the Founder and COO of Forum Brands, a roll-up of digitally-native consumer brands selling via Amazon. In this interview we discuss Alex's experiences at Target and Amazon prior to founding Forum Brands. We talk about Forum Brands specific business model and their unique tools and expertise for Amazon sellers, the Amazon FBA Roll-up trend in general, and the future of commerce. Episode 273 of the Jason & Scot show was recorded on Thursday August 19, 2021. http://jasonandscot.com Join your hosts Jason "Retailgeek" Goldberg, Chief Commerce Strategy Officer at Publicis, and Scot Wingo, CEO of GetSpiffy and Co-Founder of ChannelAdvisor as they discuss the latest news and trends in the world of e-commerce and digital shopper marketing. Transcript Jason: [0:24] Welcome to the Jason and Scot show this is episode 273 being recorded on Thursday august 19 20 21 I'm your host Jason retailgeek Goldberg and as usual I'm here with your co-host Scot Wingo. Scot: [0:40] Hey Jason and welcome back Jason Scott showed listeners Jason as you and mr. snow two of my favorite topics are Amazon and Entrepreneurship lately there's been a lot of exciting intersections in that area as different companies have been started to kind of quote-unquote roll-up Amazon FBA Sellers and explore a. House of Brands kind of concept leveraging Amazon so we're going to dig into that topic tonight and joining us on the podcast to help us explore that is Alex kopco he is the CEO and founder of form brands Alex welcome to the show. Alex: [1:18] Thank you so much super excited to be here guys. Jason: [1:21] Alex we're thrilled to have you and Scott, that Scott wasn't just giving you lip service these are his two favorite topics so he's going to be super annoying to talk to, but before we jump into form Brands which we are excited to get to we always like to give listeners a little bit of a taste about our guest, backgrounds and how you came in your role and if I have it right I think you have kind of a perfect background for your current role. Alex: [1:48] I do yeah it's true I have spent, really the last decade in e-commerce I got my start working for Target specifically for target.com at the time when target.com was actually still being powered by Amazon Target, little known fact was the largest seller on Amazon's Marketplace back when I was there and I was part of the team, that was rolling target.com off of the Amazon platform, which was a great first experience in my career to see what this whole e-commerce thing was about working for especially a big box retailer and one is well respected as Target and is good at merchandising and all the great things that Target does it really did feel like the wild west despite it being a 50 year old company and then I transitioned was looking for just a change in life a change in scenery and you know the winters in Minneapolis can be pretty brutal and so I actually had the opportunity to go work for Amazon and Seattle where I over a number of years had basically every retail job that you can imagine at the company also did a stint at Amazon as a product manager where I was working on Amazon's physical retail stores team. [3:08] The non grocery version which was super super interesting a ton of Technology went into powering the Amazon stores as well and so I oversaw some of the technology aspects there and really, over my course of my career at Amazon fell in love with the power of data the power of. [3:26] You know under understanding customers based on what they do as well as what they say and being able to provide you know surprise and Delight moments for them regardless of whether they were online or in stores and for me you know my passion for entrepreneurship since these are Scott's two favorite things Amazon entrepreneurship. [3:45] Sort of nurtured at a very young age and happy to delve into my memory Palace there but, the the impetus for really leaving Amazon to strike out on my own was predicated on they just ongoing shift to e-commerce and the adoption and of course you know the covid-19 pandemic has, greatly sped that up but it was always a fascinating space for me and so really just had that itch and decided that the time was right at my career to make that leap. Jason: [4:15] That is awesome and so just just so I'm being perfectly clear that our listeners you loved Amazon so much that when Target stopped working with them you quit and joined Amazon. Alex: [4:25] In as many words yeah sure let's go with that hahaha. Scot: [4:32] Jason you are the chief digital officer of Target right do I have that right. Jason: [4:35] Yes one of yes. Alex: [4:37] Wrong Jason Goldberg goldberger. Scot: [4:39] Oh gosh I get that confused. Alex: [4:41] I have to confess Jason I did a double take when I first saw your name and was like this can't possibly be goldberger and then realized that I was adding an ER to your name. Jason: [4:50] Alex to make matters more confusing a you should know that the day that Jason joined Target I got three 800 LinkedIn invites from from target employees. Alex: [5:01] One of those might have been me Jason. When Jason joined he and I I forget how this happened but he and I was basically in the first meeting he ever had it Target and. Then I was in a number of subsequent meetings and so we just sort of kept running into each other and it became a running joke over the rest of my time at Target which was not that much longer that every time you ran into each other it was just you know one of those moments so it's been fun to watch Jason's career evolve. Jason: [5:33] Yeah yeah. Nobody cares but like the overlaps are are super complicated I've actually worked with Target for an awfully long time in fact I was in a conference room in Minneapolis on 9/11 with Jeff Bezos. Doing the Amazon contract the the day that the Twin Towers was hit and did a lot of work with Steve Eastman and Michael Francis and although. Alex: [5:59] Yeah yeah. Jason: [6:00] So I do have a sort of a Target history and then of course I'm at publicist which owns Sapient which was the big team that helped stand up target.com when you guys moved off of them. Alex: [6:12] That's right project Everest. Jason: [6:14] Exactly so lots of overlaps but, as per usual I just talk about all this stuff well you actually did it so so we're excited to hear about it from you but I think Scott is undoubtedly going to ask you some Amazon trivia questions first. Scot: [6:33] Yeah yes so it must have been interesting you know I haven't been as deep as you guys have at Target but I have spent a lot of time at Amazon seems like a big culture difference there what was that like. Alex: [6:46] Yeah it was a big culture difference I think the biggest difference in my experience was I was. [6:56] Well there's two two components to this first and foremost I felt like I had a tremendous amount of responsibility from the very very first day at Amazon Amazon having built much of its own technology internally you know there were there were safeguards there were checks and balances you couldn't really screw anything up but I had a lot of control over, Mi Piel which you know when I would interview people or when people would join the team I would sort of like in my business too and I was a better manager and video games for a number of years and I would liken it to my little video games or my little comic book shop on the street corner and you know we would talk about what is our window front look like today we've got to walk our store and make sure that you know some kid didn't spit gum on our floor and so it was it was very much that feel and I had the power to keep things clean and sort of do what I thought was in the best interest of customers. [7:54] Target on the other hand it is a company that has one of the most iconic brands on the planet you see that Bullseye and you just instantaneously know even if you're not, from America we pretty much know what Target is and so with that you know with, with great power comes great responsibility with great branding comes great responsibility and so my experience at Target was a little bit different in that, a we were big you're really big when I joined Amazon we weren't that big at the time and I work for Amazon Canada so we were really not that big. [8:27] Target was big and so the the conversations with vendors the responsibility that we had two guests You know despite being, working for the e-commerce arm of Target we took. Sort of the brand very very very seriously and everything was in the spirit of ensuring that people when they, interacted with that Bulls I had the best possible experience and so it was it was just a different ethos right it was a different mindset, and one worked great for one company for the last five decades the other was kind of making it up as they went along and now have become one of Earth's largest companies and there were no guarantees either way but it certainly was a very interesting, mindshift and I learned a lot of both to be totally honest with you and a lot of my reasoning for going to work for Amazon was not because Target rolled off Amazon and then I went to work for Amazon but it was because I felt like I actually wanted both sides of that coin I wanted to both have the big box retail how do you how do you take. A legacy brand and bring it into the digital world and, what about that disruption what what about that company that is leading that disruption leading the efforts of bringing retail into the digital world and so. It was a little bit selfishly I just wanted to be as well as well-balanced as I possibly could be. Scot: [9:55] So did you work for Amazon Canada the whole time are you kind of bounce between the u.s. and Canada. Alex: [10:00] So I work for Amazon Canada when I was in retail eCommerce retail for the whole time I did work very closely with my US based counterparts I worked on the initiative which is now known as narf but internally was known as Naf n which was the unification of the North American supply chain I supported the launch of Amazon Mexico and so you know one of the benefits of working for a smaller, arm within a big company as you have a lot of resources at your disposal but you also have a lot of latitude to try things I launched which prime in Canada when we bought which I brought virtual bundling technology to Canada's a twenty-five-year-old no nothing in the tech space which was incredibly interesting and again really started to give me that feel for the power of Technology, and and and Building Technology that can enable anybody in the company to be successful not just the people who know how to wield the technology. Scot: [11:03] A lot of people that have worked at Amazon that start companies they bring a lot of the management principles over is that something you plan on doing or you're just like starting with the clean white board. Alex: [11:15] Man yeah Amazon's culture is it is definitive and we certainly have borrowed, in many cases inadvertently a lot of the principles you know one of our our core leadership principles is bias for Action we have one that is called act like an owner we have one called the best ideas when which is you know, hybrid of is write a lot and invented simplify and we did this sort of inadvertently but you have to admit the principles are pretty darn good. And you know Dave Glick and I saves over at Flex we often and he does a lot of post on LinkedIn talking about the impact that Amazon's culture had on him and how he brings that to flex and I a lot of what he talks about resonates very deeply and we kind of joke about you know once an Amazonian always an Amazonian it always comes back up in some in some fashion. Scot: [12:09] Yeah someone that's an outsider and having interacted with all the different tech companies the other ones have these like little Pro way things like, yep what does it do no evil or be don't be evil or something where's the Amazons when you know and they end up being mocked by all the employees at the end of the Amazon ones they just seem so much more solid and and you know I've seen the document where they give case studies and then what not to do and what you know Jeff Bezos little stories around the principle so it it just has so much better thought out than any of the anything else I've ever seen. Alex: [12:46] Yeah yeah you know we. Even the most resistant employees I think drink at least a little bit of the Kool-Aid when you get there because it's impossible to avoid you can't not be in a meeting. Especially when tensions are high and this is the whole purpose of having strong leadership principles is so that when you can't be in every meeting and every discussion, you want people working for you to behave and make decisions in a way that are consistent with how you would do it that is the Hallmark of that of strong leadership principles and like you can read the everything store which I did when I was interviewing with Amazon and they say you know. Jeff has this thing about like oh the customer's always in the room leave the empty chair like we talked about customers as if they're actually in a room that's not that's not a lie that's not like a thing that you know has been spawned at like we literally do that we say, like what would the customer think about this how's that going to impact the CX like we care very very deeply and that's just one of the principles and so people use them in their vernacular and actually my wife still works for Amazon, and our friends sometimes get a little bit annoyed because occasionally she and I will be talking about a hard thing at work and we'll just default to, sort of the Amazon lingo and they're like you guys have to know how you sound to outside people which is. Not great. Scot: [14:14] Amazon Romance. Jason: [14:15] I do think the Amazon leadership principles are legit and you know have certainly contributed to their their culture surviving even as its scale, but just just a counter-argument to Scotts point they did add two new leadership principles this year and one of them basically is don't be evil. In parentheses it says two employees. Alex: [14:37] Yeah I mean. Scot: [14:40] That's just an overreaction to crying at the dust particle. Alex: [14:43] That was yeah I was there during during the infamous New York Times article it got some things right I got some things wrong. Scot: [14:55] Were you crying at your desk. Alex: [14:56] I was not personally crying at my desk no and I don't know anyone who did but I also would not say that I knew every single person at Amazon either. [15:13] Um It's fun fun for me not that much fun for probably listeners but I'll just give you the anecdote, Jeff is like a rare unicorn around Seattle and anytime you see him it is a Jeff sighting, and people will like stop what they're doing and immediately run back to their desks to tell everybody that they had a Jeff sighting and my only judge sightings really came from from the stage, at the All Hands meetings I was fortunate enough to work on some projects that one just do it Awards which is one of the awards where Jeff gives out a Nike shoe and there's a whole story behind that and so my interaction was limited to the. Jeff announcing a thing on the stage in my face being up on a on a wall that was those are my only sightings. Scot: [16:12] Nice to get picture of you and Jeff. Alex: [16:14] I did not yeah yeah yeah. Scot: [16:15] We can Photoshop at Jason's of Photoshop Drupal will create one for. Alex: [16:21] Yeah you can you can put my face on. Jason: [16:22] I'll put all three of us. Alex: [16:24] There you go yeah with chassis so when I was at Amazon actually co-founded an internal employee network called connected Amazon. And it really sort of started actually it started from Target honestly because one thing that Target does exceptionally well is they have all of these sort of like. [16:46] Affinity groups isn't there like employee networks and there's like an acapella group and there's you know the women who ride motorcycles group, and so I was a member of all these different sort of Target networks and I got to meet the global VP of Lego and I got to meet you know higher-ups at LinkedIn and it just was always really fascinating to me and sort of. [17:09] Made me feel really happy that I work for Target and when I started at Amazon they had a finity networks but they didn't do a lot. I mean they were they were sort of identity based and it was not. The programming just wasn't as robust as what you got from the Grassroots Target organizations and so a friend of mine and. A couple of other people got together I must have been there for months at the time, and started this group connected Amazon to try to provide some some amount of programming for that and Andy Jesse was actually kind enough to be one of our fireside chat speakers, and we booked the biggest room that they had on campus at the time I think it could fit about 400 people. And we had 400 people like an hour and a half before the fireside chat even started and so we had all these people live streaming and all the like conference rooms and one of the buildings there and from there you know it kind of took on a life of its own so I credit Andy for you know really making connected Amazon as big of a deal as it has become which I think now they've got 30 40 thousand amazonians are like registered members of connected Amazon and they've got a nice big budget and full-time people doing programming and that all came out of the grass roots. Jason: [18:28] Very cool so truth be told we could probably do Amazon stories all night and be perfectly happy but I do want to talk about foreign Brands obviously so before we jump into that into much detail Scott kind of alluded to the business model but can you kind of give us the foreign Brands elevator pitch. Alex: [18:48] Yeah so you know Scott is right in that there are a number of groups really around the world now who are looking to acquire Amazon FBA businesses do a sort of brand of Brands roll them together we fall into that but we think about ourselves a little bit differently I think the moniker that gets thrown around a lot is is aggregator. We don't see ourselves as that and you'll. Probably based on my background understand why you know our model is not to do a high volume of deals it's too it's to be principled and disciplined. In the deals that we do do and we are much more focused on building, a concentrated portfolio and specific categories that we believe we can turn into like household Staples and so actually as much as I love Amazon and again you're right we could probably spend you know two hours just swapping stories about that. Our goal is to. [19:52] Take fledgling brands that we believe have a lot of potential and put them wherever the customers who want to shop for those products are shopping and that maybe on Amazon and we hope that it is but even if it's not, we'll find ways to make sure that our products are available for the customers who want to buy them and so, what that means is we might review a thousand deals a year and will acquire a handful of them rather than you know. Does it meet our basic minimum criteria if yes then we'll proceed and so it's just a little bit of a different a different mindset for us and it causes our employees to make decisions differently which is. And literally the document that we have when we due diligence is called the what you have to believe document it's do we actually believe in this brand can it actually become a consumer household staple. If yes then there's a whole bunch of other criteria that we review if no we're okay passing on a deal and it's nothing against the brand owner it's nothing against the seller we're just very disciplined for what we're looking for. Scot: [20:58] And then so it is a busy space so how would you help help me kind of have a mental map of how you guys fit in so there's there's thrashy oh there's like one out of Austin whose name I can't remember there's a couple others, how would you kind of feel that you guys differentiate from from the pack. Alex: [21:20] Yeah we're we differentiate in two ways first and foremost like I was describing where operators first. Right we my two co-founders both come from the investing World they run a very efficient Ma, process the other kind of oversees the holding company in the structure within I oversee all things related to Brand growth and I have a team of probably fifty percent X amazonians who have have a similar mindset as me which is again we build we believe in the power of a brand and we believe in, brand Equity we believe in the direct-to-consumer space as a way of making sure that were able to reach customers who get genuine value out of our products, and so that's us was the most exciting thing so we're again very selective in our deals secondarily is our Tech and Scott we were kind of, bantering about this you know before we started recording but we are, highly highly highly focused on building and integrated omni-channel system, internal to form Brands and this is not this is not meant to be a knock to any of the software out in the world but my belief is that. [22:39] Is that there is value to Building Technology that suits the company that we are trying to build rather than having to build a company that suits the technology that's available to us today. And again it sounds like a semantic difference but it's a big mindset shift, from my team where every single employee regardless of whether you're in Mna Corporate Finance or marketing you're all product managers every single person is tasked with finding ways to automate the automatable use data to make decisions ask for systems that we either don't have or that are underdeveloped so that we can build something that works for form Brands and makes each and every one of our employees more efficient. Scot: [23:23] Give us an idea of the scale like where are you guys maybe Capital raised or number of Brands kind of in your your pack if you will anything you can share but obviously don't want anything super confidential. Alex: [23:35] Sure sure so we're not disclosing the number of brands that we have right now but we did recently announced a 27 million dollar series a equity raise led by Norwest Venture partners are seed was done by and FX at a Palo Alto and so you know that that 27 million that we recently raised is is being put two purposes one hiring hiring like crazy building out the team of world-class operators first and foremost and then secondarily is to a focus on technology and that is you know scaling up our Tech stack hiring a high-performing you know World Class Tech Team, we've got a number of data scientists and we're already finding ways to optimize our businesses that we do owned by way of machine learning it's also we actually use machine learning to help identify high quality Brands to potentially reach out to as well and so again it sort of tech underpins everything that we do and we're investing very heavily in that space. Jason: [24:43] Awesome and you kind of mentioned that you were being selective on Acquisitions like do you have. Any specific criteria like are most your criteria around Financial metrics to other particular product categories or particular. Go to market models are things that like sort of play into your your preferred portfolio companies. Alex: [25:06] Yeah so we are focused on certain categories categories that we refer to sort of colloquially as. I thought I was going to put your that word and I totally got it colloquially as consumer durables so we steer clear from food and beverage, we steer clear from you know fad related items we I mean you could really like an us to sort of, New Age Procter & Gamble where we're focused on you no pets and home and kitchen, patio lawn and garden we have you know we play in the fitness space the outdoor space and so these are really things that are like, you know you would go, to your cousin's house and open up their cabinets or look in their closet and you would find a bunch of our products there that's what we're really focused on so we will stay away from like clothing we don't do fashion brands, um and from there you know we have what we call the four pillars because as a good Amazonian I love my Frameworks, but you know it's are sort of M A decision-making framework which you know we're very transparent about when we get, into the conversation with Sellers and it's something that you know our approaches to be very seller friendly we. [26:32] Over index in the hand-holding because we want to make the deal as comfortable as possible. My co-founder Reuben who leads all the MMA efforts he still personally gets on all the calls with Sellers and so Financial profile matters category matters but again a lot there are a lot of other considerations that go into that what you have to believe what we have to believe collectively as a team as an investment committee as operators as brand builders, and so were we are. We view these deals as puzzle pieces that we look to fit together. Scot: [27:13] Is part of your strategy to so you acquire these Brands you get them you know I think there's probably some consolidation where you know what we've seen with other players is a review of the packaging bringing them over into a Consolidated marketing team usually some consolidation around sourcing and fulfillment, and then you get your technology platform let me play pause there is that is that you guys do all those things. Alex: [27:41] Yep absolutely I mean I think a lot of that is you know and most of the players us included are what at most two two and a half years old so these are like there's still a lot of table Stakes stuff. To be done with these with these Brands as we're fitting them into our process and our portfolio for sure. Scot: [28:00] Gonna think I know the answer this one but I'll ask anyway so then you know one strategy and I'm obviously a big proponent of this is if you can do acts on Amazon you can do you kind of typically do you know the same amount call it you know X again over on other channels is part of your your plan to then go across different online channels with the brands or do you really want to just kind of focus on Amazon for a while and DoubleDown based on on the platform Super Bowl. Alex: [28:31] My Amazonian this is about to show here so we have what we have the concept of Amazon's day one we have we have play books which we called a0 and A1, and the day Zero playbooks are sort of that table Stakes stuff can we consolidate at ports, can we you know is are there opportunities for us to redo the packaging, will get deep into the reviews and apply NLP to reviews to make sure that we have a good understanding of what customers like and equally important what they don't like about the products that were acquiring and so we'll do all that day 0 stuff, to sort of get our house in order and that is predominantly Amazon focused right most of these businesses, do the vast majority of their sales on Amazon and so. [29:20] For us to be world-class operators like we must be world-class at Amazon that that is core to the strategy. From there we move into day one because at Amazon it's always day one, so really it's day forever but we call a day one and those are the things that a our technology Powers right and Scott you know the power of optimization of being able to have an integrated platform where, data from one part of the business marketing. Informs actions in another part of the business product development and design packaging pricing right and so our ability to tie these things together these sort of disparate data points actually build a mental model and I, I'm sure that my team is so tired of the phrase mental model because I preach it constantly but that's really what it's about for us as building that mental model so. [30:10] That was a long-winded way of answering your question which is yes we will be opportunistic brand by brand, um in channels off Amazon and you know we're operating in eight countries right now we are operating across five or six channels and so our footprint is already, diverse and you know were a year old at this point. Jason: [30:37] Awesome side note you can always tell a tech first company when they start counting at day 0 instead of day one. Alex: [30:45] Exactly I'm so glad Jason that you picked up on that. Jason: [30:49] I'm tracking and so that reminds me I do want to kind of. Cook down into your Tech stack for a second but before we do I'm just always curious like it seems obvious like one of the big. I'm sort of investment theories here would be you acquire these companies and you have. Unique expertise capabilities and Tech that then causes those companies to be more valuable. You help them become more efficient on Amazon more successful etc etc and that that accelerates the value of your investment. Each of those companies probably had some unique skill sets like I'm always curious. Like does it work out that those companies are able to help each other very much and are using like. Are you providing most of the value-add or are you acquiring a lot of value-add from these individual companies that then benefits the rest of the portfolio. Alex: [31:48] Yeah yeah you know currently it has been. The former we are providing most of the value-add. So where we are actually seeing things move is as the space becomes. More well-known I mean there are so many sellers right so many many many of them do still do not know that an exit. Is an option for them many still are under the misconception that e-commerce. I don't want to do this anymore I guess I'll just shut my store down I'll go on Permanent Vacation mode and that is tragic to me. Because they have loyal customers they're generating real cash and so it's a shame for companies to shut it down what we're seeing more and more in the conversations that we're having with. [32:42] Perspective Cellars is. [32:45] This desire to remain plugged into the brand and frankly this is how we win deals. In a lot of cases is because we care very deeply you know Simon sinek has one of the most viewed, TED Talks ever right we should start with why and that is how we start we start with why did the entrepreneur start this business, and sometimes it was like I don't know I was in college and needed some extra beer money or I had to pay rent or whatever other times it was you know my mother had this malady that caused her not to be able to do a certain thing and so I found this product and decided that maybe it could help other people right and every single story is different and so we learn a lot in the stories but we also do learn a lot from the sellers and we're super flexible with our pricing structure we don't have sort of a. We don't really have like a take-it-or-leave-it style we want a suit. [33:44] Sellers in the ways that that works the best for them and so some are willing to take a little less up front but they want to benefit and participate in the upside over the next year we're happy to do that and the extent that they want to be plugged in and. Launch more products and use our Tech and you know get support from our team, we're happy to do that as well and so it really is a case-by-case basis there's no sort of one sweeping, you know this is how we do it forever flexibility is kind of the name of the game for us in a lot of ways. Jason: [34:16] Got it and so let's talk about that that Tech stack for a second I'm always curious what people. Decided to build and find the most value and building like are you mostly building tools around. Catalog management and digital shelf for you doing like magic pricing logic are you doing like ad. Buying and placement and all that like what what sort of problems are you trying to solve with the tax debt with your Tech stack for to the sellers. Alex: [34:46] I'd be curious to hear what your next two items would be Jason because everything you just said and more actually where we started was we started with an engine that I alluded to earlier that helps us identify high quality assets that meet our criteria that's where we began, and so we you know started plugging into a variety of datasets from a variety of companies, tying it together you know applying our own modeling on top of it and now use that to identify brands, the tertiary benefit from that is when you have a lot of data at a category level. [35:30] You can start to also Benchmark yourself, and so we've been able to you know build benchmarks and say what should what should this company be doing what could this company look like what what if scenario A through Z happened where would we fall, in this space and from there it's kind of grown organically and so catalog management I mean you can't run a direct-to-consumer business. On one channel let alone many channels let alone in multiple GEOS if you don't have a strong sort of item master so we certainly, started their focused very heavily there in the early days to make sure that we had, a sound way of tying all of these data points together across customers across orders across products and brands. [36:17] And from there yeah I mean there are natural extensions in all facets right pricing drives forecast, and our forecast drives our inventory Buys in our inventory buys Drive how much warehousing space we need or our consolidation at various ports are ordering Cadence and. Guys let me know if you want to talk about the state of the supply chain right now around the world but that is a huge problem in and of itself and so we've invested heavily in, Tech in Building Technology that gives our people visibility to every single step of the supply chain so that we know, day by day minute by minute where goods are. Because as I'm sure you guys know if you fall out of stock like falling out of stock especially on Amazon as a really really really really big deal, because not only is there the Miss sales from that but you also have to then reinvest to you know get your advertising spun back up and to reclaim potentially your spot in Search and that's really expensive to do and so, The Economic Opportunity there is not just well we have you know Air Freight. For extra holding costs or Miss sales but it's also advertising its also customer experience it's also, bundles which also fall out of stock if a component is out of stock and so the blast radius is wider but we have a way to tie that all together and be able to make smarter economic decisions based on that. Jason: [37:46] Yeah that's a super important point and I'm still shocked how many people don't don't get that but if you're out of stock for three days out of a month at Target and you was three days worth of sales. Um but you're out of stock at Amazon and what happens is you fall to what's called page 2 of search which is equivalent to being delisted. And then you've got to earn your way back and so that's funny like my, question about your text deck I'm always curious how people answer because well in the old world those were all separate tools and you could kind of buy best-in-class tools from all these different vendors and each one did a point thing but my hypothesis in like, Dynamic digital shelf world is. All those tools have to be integrated because they're all totally dependent on each other like you like I'm shocked how many Amazon sellers are buying ads on out of stock. Alex: [38:43] Oh my gosh. Jason: [38:44] And like you know I mean it like just all these things are so so interrelated in a in a way that, that is a very different model than traditional brick-and-mortar retail. Alex: [38:56] That's right you know we were opening up our office and one of the. Super lame ideas that I had for a decoration was to build a physical value chain of paper chain and. I thought it'd be really fun to you know first and foremost has have everybody's names on it because Dan the day you don't have a company if you're only as good as the people that work for you that is. That is true without exception. Over the long run at least but but you're absolutely right right like the interrelationship between every single. [39:33] Touchpoint of a company whether you're again MMA marketing for and growth supply chain. Every single decision that you make has a ripple effect on every other person and so you know when we think about our organizational structure we try to be as flat as we can be we purposefully encourage people to meet, their counterparts in other organizations so that they're not just sitting in a silo and saying well I'm on the marketing team, and that is a supply chain problem not my problem actually it is because you're about to blow your budget getting that thing back on page 1 off the page of Doom because this thing went out of stock so you need to be in lockstep so you can pull back on the spend so that you're not buying spending 40 percent of your budget on out-of-stock, right especially if it had a sin God forbid falls out of stock it's a big deal and people need to be talking about it but my biggest thing and I beat this drum constantly is the problem with having. You know 25 Point Solutions is then you have 25 dashboards you have to look at you have 25 systems you have to log into and you have to make the connections yourself and sorry but like human brain it gets tired people have a bad night people have a bad day and you make mistakes but by being able to pull it all together visualize it in one space. [40:55] And see. How pulling lever a effects object Z like that that is what we constantly push ourselves for and constantly drive toward. Jason: [41:07] Yeah yeah and so you kind of answered you ask me like what would the next things on my list be for your road map and you kind of the name them right its supply chain and analytics for those, for those very reasons you just covered sidenote are you hosting your Tech stack on Azure did you did you go Google Cloud platform or azure. Alex: [41:26] Wow I think you're kidding but no Amazon Amazon web services all the way. Jason: [41:33] I'm shocked that makes a lot of sense now but as soon as you try to expand off of Amazon to those other platforms your that's going to become a. Alex: [41:41] Yeah I know we use some gcp products we use looker we use five Tran for some API connection so we're you know we started on AWS because frankly. They gave us free credits and so why are they sticky with that. Jason: [41:57] Yeah yeah that I hear that's a decent business. Um the you open the door to a super interesting topic right now which is like supply chain and product liability particularly around holiday this point. Um earlier this week Target and Walmart both had earnings calls and they both assured investors that they were well positioned for holiday but why. You hear from any of the suppliers and it sounds a little dicey no one can hire anyone everybody's Factory workers are on strike. Um tons of disruptions in Asia right now going the wrong way I'm on pandemic stuff like what what your POV for Holiday are we are we in for some pain or is it overblown. Alex: [42:44] I mean by your gifts now is my POV you know it I think it's going to be tough I think it's going to be tough I don't think, well I don't know covid is the big. The big asterisk to everything I'm about to say because we've already seen in Ningbo for example the poor shut down for a couple of days because of a couple of covid cases they're one of our factories got completely flooded by the typhoon I mean, there are already so many issues beyond the fact that there are at any given time 50 boats trying to get into the port of LA and. Some of those containers belong to us some of those containers belong to Target and Walmart and so we're kind of all collectively in. This for lack of a better term we're in this boat together the difference is. [43:40] The Big Box retailers and a lot of the big players have you know a much much larger physical Warehouse footprint where presumably. They have seen these potential issues coming and have you know, bought Goods in advance of meeting to get them on store shelves you know we certainly have but as early as we thought we were, we probably could have even been a month or two earlier because we're still seeing delays really across the board. Um and it's and a lot of it is international a lot of it is domestic right like will get bumped from you know delivery from point A to point B and you know Kentucky to New Jersey and you know UPS won't show up. And that's not a knock on UPS like maybe their truck driver got covid right I mean there's so many small things that compound the delays. I think it's going to be tough. And I hope I'm wrong like I'm saying this but I really hope I'm wrong I hope we all get to sleep very happily at night because we had, great holiday season kids are happy and we're all happy I really hope that's the case but we're preparing for the worst. Jason: [44:53] I know that it's possible for both to be true right like Target and Walmart could have enough leverage that they do believe they're going to be okay from a supply chain and it could be the rest of the world that. Um struggles but right side note on the demand I think Home Depot also had an earnings call this this week and they mentioned that they got there first. It's mid-august they got their first shipment of Halloween goods and they're already out. Alex: [45:22] Oh man oh man. Jason: [45:25] Yeah so / your shop early comment I think yet not only is availability a problem but also. As you know everything's just getting more expensive because the cost of those containers and shipping and everything just keeps, keeps going up and that that leads me to part 2 of why I'm not going to sleep this holiday period last holiday Scott coin This this term that got a lot of Attraction ship a get in, and we talked about you know the fact that like obviously covid drove everyone online and so there was this you know. [45:58] Outsized demand for for e-commerce fulfillment and you know UPS and FedEx have a finite ability to flex to meet that. The I'm curious like it seems like it's going to be an equal or bigger problem, this year and I'm chuckling because the United States Postal Service just announced that they discovered this new business practice, the FedEx and UPS have been doing called surcharges so now even even US Postal Service is looking to do holiday surcharges and they're you know all the quotas for Holiday are already out, and of course your friends and Amazon are you know largely the one and only, retailer add scale that owns their own a lot of their own Last Mile so I do you is is that an advantage for being on the Amazon platform are they likely to run out of capacity and constrain fbas like do you. Worried about fulfillment this year and how that's going to impact holiday at all. Alex: [47:02] I am less worried about outbound fulfillment as I am inbound because of what you just said which is capacity constraints. And you know any listener who has an Amazon business knows that. [47:16] There was a change this year we're while because last year Amazon started imposing, skew level caps right and so even if you had a portfolio that was concentrated around one or two top selling products that do 85 percent of your sales you know at least you could probably be okay on those even if you hit caps on sort of your tail selection they moved to a model which is, it is at the account level now a cat and we were all super happy about that because we said well we have all these new products that we're launching and because they have no sales history we can only Trickle, 20 units in at a time we followed a stock another 20 units we fall out of stock in the problem with the domestic delays is we could be out of stock for three weeks. On that right even if our warehouse is next door to the Fulfillment center, we could still not have our products sellable again for 3 weeks and there is nothing that will kill your cold start product launch faster thinking out of stock, right and so that that has been an issue throughout the year and they kept saying you know July 1st the Caps will be lifted and they were and some cases and they weren't and other cases and so my big concern is just that we won't have the capacity, available to us at FBA to get all of the goods in that we need to get in and so even if we are have a dozen two dozen. [48:40] You know, thousand shipments waiting there's nothing that you can really do there's no one that you can pick up and call and say hey can you like you know nudge nudge wink wink get my stuff in faster you just can't do it and so you just wait. [48:52] And that's a really uncomfortable spot to be in so you know and then and so we operate in Canada right we have seen on Amazon Canada where, the whole fulfillment centers have shut down due to covid and you see promised dates go from 2 days for Prime shipping to seven days for Prime shipping no matter which zip code you put in no matter where you say you are in Canada we've had some of our products that. [49:17] The prime delivery date is a Six-Day window and that has been the case for months. And so outbound from that perspective it does depressed demand that's why I'm saying by stuff sooner because you might get a Six-Day promise, but yeah I'm more concerned about the inbound and being able to keep Goods on the digital shelves through the through the entirety of the holiday season, because you can't you can't remanufacture that demand and if we come out super super heavy like, maybe it helps us through Lunar New Year which was also pretty tough last year but yeah it's going to be really interesting and so again we're doing everything that we can to try to. You know make sure that all of our ducks are in a row all of our goods are Stateside everything's ready to go. On the chance that we can actually get you know Goods moved in but it'll be a struggle. Jason: [50:14] Yeah yeah and as you alluded to the Canadian Supply chains even more fragile because one of those sled dog teams get sick and a whole Province gets cut off namjoo. Alex: [50:24] I had I had Xboxes the year Xbox One released idexx boxes on a train. In the middle in the dead center of the country and we literally sent a helicopter to pick the Xboxes up, the train and fly them to Toronto so that we could actually meet because we took pre-orders right and we had to meet release date delivery on those Xboxes so we've done some crazy stuff to make it work in Canada. Jason: [50:52] Yeah that's a whole new new definition of air air freight geez. The the drones will hopefully sell help with that I did want to you mentioned that you were seeing kind of the the caps and quotas moving from from skews two categories, one interesting hypothesis I've heard from a bunch of like reasonably high volume Amazon sellers at the moment is. As the catalog has gotten so huge and there's like some counts like 800 million skus in the catalog now, um there's a hypothesis that Amazon is strongly preferencing new skus and so a lot of people have said that they feel like. The the caps and quotas that they're getting on, mature skews that in the old days like your quota would have just gotten bigger every year based on your sales history that they're now running into this new problem, Amazon is reserving a fair amount of space for new stuff instead of the old stuff and I can imagine, that's scary and or problematic in in your business model have you seen that at all is that viable. Alex: [52:03] I have seen shatter about it that is we have empirically not seen that to be the case for our brands. We also don't operate in every category you know I'm sure there are plenty of higher-volume you know on a brand by brand. Basis sellers out there who are seeing crazy stuff, for us like I said we're launching a whole host of new products and it's 20 units at a time and then you sell out but now your cap is 60, you're like awesome I have three times the cap but it's still 60 it's not 6,000 which is what we would need to actually you know generate the volume that's going to get us on page one and so. While our you know top-selling products we are running up against caps there as well it has not been. [52:56] The issue really comes from when you have a brand level cap your best selling products are inevitably going to take up most of the calf. And in order for us to hold a rational level of Safety stock it doesn't leave a whole lot of extra space for the new products and so you know again we're not really seeing that that. You know thought bear out in our businesses doesn't mean that they aren't. But yeah it just we don't we don't pun intended we don't put a lot of stock in that right now. Scot: [53:35] The, one question we've been following this kind of Amazon versus Shopify debate and we've had some folks on talking about headless Commerce, have you guys thought about you know another big strategy for anyone selling on Amazon is it open up your own website have you guys chosen a platform there or do you have any opinions about kind of where the e-commerce platform Wars are going. Alex: [53:59] I have a lot of opinions we are so the direct to Consumer space, is is what we firmly believe is like very core to our ability as a company to build long-term value. To have a website that customers interact with engage with our loyal to no no to find products from we believe that score for some Brands more than others right, we have inherited. By way of acquisition most people just spin up a Shopify account and then fulfill the FBA and so we have predominantly leaned into Shopify as a platform for now I think. [54:51] We are still so focused. At this time especially at this time in making sure that we're in stock on Amazon and that we have sort of that nuts and bolts Day Zero operational excellence with Amazon which is core to our portfolio that we haven't, we haven't we haven't dedicated a tremendous amount of resources and fully kicking the tires on all of the Headless options all of the other platform options we've had conversations with all of them we haven't actually, made a concerted effort to say we are 100% doing away with Shopify in favor of X for these reasons we haven't seen the need quite frankly. Scot: [55:35] And then so you've been in the retail game for quite a while one of our kind of favorite ending questions is if you kind of think forward let's say 3 or 5 years kind of take you out of the, the current where do you where do you see e-commerce? Alex: [55:52] Wow I asked a flavor of this question when I interview people. Scot: [55:56] We're turning it on you. Alex: [55:58] So What this is bringing up is feelings reactions to a lot of the changes around consumer privacy you know iOS 14 and all of their for the platforms, that were. You know I'll say hoovering up data and applying it and sometimes great ways and in other times may be less great ways I. [56:29] It hurts me a little bit inside because what I believe is that actually. [56:36] The the ability for us to build like to use data to build products that Delight customers. That is core to again building long-term value and I also believe in this is getting back to the question that the ability. To reach customers where they want to shop with the products that they're most interested or that that suit them the best I think we've taken a step back from that. And my hope is that we will continue to evolve responsibly. As a society and as companies as Leaders of sort of this new wave of retail in a way that can still surprising Delight customers that can deliver product innovations that are meaningful and they're not just you know we, wiggle a little here we do a little dongle there and today it's a new product because it's actually fundamentally not like I love you. The next 3 to 5 years as an evolution toward getting even smarter about the products that were building even better at, reaching consumers who are actually interested in what we're, selling so that you're not just on your endless Scroll of social media and you're getting hit with ads that are is completely irrelevant and it sort of degrades your experience on that platform and the degrades the brand experience and that's what we care about we care about the brand experience. Jason: [58:02] That would be awesome if it plays out we'll have to see ox. Alex: [58:05] We will see. Jason: [58:06] Exactly well hopefully you'll be like retired and fabulously wealthy so you'll just be be watching it from Jeff Bezos jot but that's gonna have to be where we leave it because it's happening again we've used up an hour of our listeners time. I know it goes fast we've certainly enjoyed chatting with you if listeners have any comments or questions they're encouraged to, hit us up on Twitter or leave us a note on our Facebook page and as always if you enjoyed this episode we sure would be grateful if you jump on iTunes and give us that five-star review. Scot: [58:41] Alex we really appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedule dominating the Amazon aggregation world and if folks want to find you online what's kind of the best place to you are you on the the Twitter box are my spacer where do you hang out online. Alex: [58:58] Oh my gosh do I still have a MySpace account that's kind of scary. Jason: [59:02] He has a Twitch account he's he's twitch he's a twitch streamer. Alex: [59:06] That's right yeah no you can find me on Twitch no I am predominantly on LinkedIn you can connect this me follow me on LinkedIn shoot me a message there feel free to drop me a line Alex at foreign Brands.com otherwise I am on the Twitter box but I am. Sadly not as much of a contributor as I wish that I that I wish that I could be I'm just not that funny. Scot: [59:28] Well I think you did pretty good here on the show you were funnier than Jason which is what's actually kind of a low bar but. Jason: [59:33] Yeah don't I don't let that stop me for god sakes. Scot: [59:35] Do you think is the most activity out of his grumpy old man tweets. But that's a topic for another show but thanks we really appreciate the time and. Jason: [59:49] Until next time happy commerceing.

In this week's episode, I sit down with Pete Romano. We talked about Pete's Journey from becoming a music producer working in advertising to becoming a small business owner of a marketing agency. While running his marketing agency, Pete had no idea what he was doing and how to run an actual business. He didn't know his business finances. He didn't realize how complex operations were, which set him off on a mission to help build Segwik, a CRM system that can help small business owners with everything he had no clue how to handle. guest info: website:https://segwik.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/segwik/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hforhustle/support

Dean Tribble is the CEO of Agoric, the JavaScript-native smart contract platform with backing from Naval and Polychain Capital. Dean co-designed the negotiation process and contract for the first smart contracting system, AMiX. As a Principal Architect at Microsoft, he co-designed the Midori distributed object-capability operating system. As founder and CTO for Agorics, he architected the brokerage information system for Schwab's active traders and the WebMart electronic contract system for SunLabs. Dean has a fascinating perspective on the past, present, and future of blockchain. Why you should listen: Dean's life work can be described as creating software that lets humans cooperate better. He wants to use technology to give humanity leverage to accomplish our goals and create a more cooperative world. A Proof of Stake blockchain and JavaScript-native smart contract platform, Agoric offers developers and enterprises an interoperable ecosystem for deploying and managing DeFi applications. Agoric is a robust architecture for building secure smart contracts based in JavaScript for maximum reach. Agoric empowers developers to execute transactions, establish new markets, and craft novel exchanges — without centralized control. Agoric uses an object-capability (ocap) security architecture, in which access to a programming object itself is the authority to use the object. All kinds of digital assets can be created, but importantly, they can be transferred in exactly the same ways, with exactly the same security properties. Agoric's composable smart contract development environment provides reusable governance, lending, and trading components to propel the creators of the multi-chain DeFi economy.  Supporting links: Agoric Nexo Andy on Twitter  Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.

This week, Managing Editor Amy McIntosh talks with Thomas Reindl, Division Manager of Lighting, Interiors and Building Technology for NorthWest Lighting and Accents in Mount Prospect, IL. As a 2020 Showroom of the Year Award winner, this showroom prioritizes customer education in its merchandising. Lighting retailers are selling experiences, Reindl says, and he explains how his showroom accomplishes that. Plus, find out how NorthWest Lighting and Accents has fared throughout the COVID-19 crisis. Listen to the full episode below, or subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify! About the Podcast: Lighting the Way is a podcast from the editors of Furniture, Lighting & Decor magazine, spotlighting the latest innovations in lighting design and technology. Join us twice a month for interviews with lighting industry experts to learn how the industry is moving forward.

Melissa Binde, VP Engineering, Cloud @ Splunk, shares lessons from her time building Amazon Apollo. You'll hear the origin story of Amazon Apollo, how to define the right problem, identify the right solution, and what makes technology endure 20+ years. Plus how to improve your engineering storytelling and pitch the right product features to the right stakeholders! "We were heavily influenced by an early project manager I worked with who called it, the 'JEDI principle' - You make just enough decisions to implement! And so anytime we hit something. We would actually stop, if we were arguing, we'd stop and go, 'Well, wait, hang on. Do we actually have to decide this now? Or can we kick this down the road?' And so that helped us avoid getting too tied up in philosophical arguments." ABOUT MELISSA BINDE Melissa Binde previously served as Splunk's VP of Platform and Observability. Prior to joining the company, Melissa led Google's GCP Site Reliability organization for almost five years, supporting GCP's growth from 250M revenue in 2015 to almost 9B in 2019. Before that she led engineering teams at Nordstrom, helping them transition to online and cloud, a cloud startup providing business continuity as a service to SMBs, and several other startups. Ms. Binde began her career as one of Amazon's first 1000 employees, spending almost ten years there developing tools and technologies that are still part of the company's core AWS stack. Ms. Binde holds a B.A. from Swarthmore College. LINKS Check out Melissa's hand-made pens: https://motleywoods.com/ SHOWNOTES The origin story behind Amazon Apollo (2:44) Pitching the right features to the right audience (10:48) Solving the right problem vs. what you were asked & the value of owning outdated projects (12:15) Selling, pitching and building buy-in for new projects (16:21) How do you know the problem defined isn't the problem you should solve? (20:56) How to determine if you need a technical, process or organizational solution (27:35) Building enduring tools & technology (30:23) How to become a better storyteller (32:44) Other examples of determining the right type of solution (36:08) Lessons on project naming (38:44) Rapid Fire Questions (40:10) Takeaways (44:50) --- Special thanks to our exclusive accessibility partner Mesmer! Mesmer's AI-bots automate mobile app accessibility testing to ensure your app is always accessible to everybody. To jump-start, your accessibility and inclusion initiative, visit mesmerhq.com/ELC Looking for other ways to get involved with ELC? Check out all of our upcoming events, peer groups, and other programs at sfelc.com! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/engineeringleadership/message

In this week's episode of The Maintenance Community Pod, we have Tom Ross, Applications Engineer Manager of Machine Health Monitoring at Everactive, on the show! Ryan and Tom discuss the rise of technological tools as the world is evolving. And, how these tools are driving improved performance in maintenance organizations. Listen today! Join the Maintenance Community: https://upkeep.org/ https://bit.ly/UpKeepFacebook https://bit.ly/UpKeepLinkedIn Music from https://filmmusic.io "Too Cool" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...)

Hackmakers: Part 1: Jim Grisanzio talks with Franco Ucci, Sr. Director for Oracle Cloud Platform Strategy for Australia and New Zealand. Franco outlines Oracle's involvement in the Hackmakers World Innovation Day Global Hackathon in April 2021, where thousands of developers came together to build solutions to help people. This is part one of a multipart series about this major developer event. Franco Ucci opens the series of discussions with an explanation of the event and the focus of the projects -- which was health, education, and economic growth. All of these areas have experienced serious challenges due to the ongoing pandemic that started in 2020. Franco also outlined some of the important activities that led up to the event, such as meetings with UNESCO and other United Nations officials about human rights, displaced refugees, and bioethics. Oracle and other organizations sponsored the event in collaboration with UNESCO and UNEP as developers worldwide participated in building solutions to solve human needs. The areas of focus for the projects included health, education, and work -- all based on the larger list of United Nations world development goals. Franco Ucci, Sr. Director for Oracle Cloud Platform Strategy, @FrancoUcci Jim Grisanzio, Sr. Community Manager, Oracle Developer Relations,@jimgris

Rand Fishkin did not wake up one day and decided he was going to build one of the leading SEO software platforms. He has been on a mission to help people, whether it is search engine optimization with MOZ or making market research accessible to everyone through SparkToro. Rand shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey and is a living testament that nice guys don't always finish last. For more information: •SparkToro: https://sparktoro.com •Amanda Russell: https://amandarussell.co •Neal Schaffer: https://nealschaffer.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast, I had the opportunity to talk with Christopher Doyle.  In this episode, you will hear about how Christopher thought outside the box to solve a problem that he noticed while working in the construction field. One of the greatest aspects of entrepreneurs is we find problems and create solutions for them.   In this episode, Chris will talk about the struggles he experienced and faced when it came to being limited with funding for construction jobs and how thinking outside the box, helped him scale and now, he has created a company to allow others to scale at higher levels. Tune in and let us know what you think... Who is Christopher Doyle? Christopher Doyle is an entrepreneur and business leader with extensive hands-on construction industry experience and a proven record of launching successful startups. He is. the founder, president and CEO of Billd, a disruptive payment solution for the construction industry that helps contractors and suppliers grow their businesses with less hassle and risk. Recognizing cash flow hurdles contractors face when purchasing materials, Doyle launched Billd to make traditional Wall Street working capital accessible to these small business owners. Doyle cut his teeth in the construction industry, framing houses in high school at age 16 and working his way through college at Texas A&M before beginning his career in residential and commercial construction. During this time, he not only developed into a project manager supervising sales and operations, he also developed a passion for launching new business operations, opening and leading new divisions of construction companies in Dallas, Austin and Houston, Texas. He went on to serve as director of solar operations for the Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS), delving into energy efficiency and renewable energy program management and authoring numerous publications on renewable energy financing, including launching National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) residential and commercial best practices. Recognizing Doyle as a renewable energy thought leader, the founders of lending company Dividend Solar (now Dividend Finance) tapped him to oversee their contractor operations and sales. Doyle's leadership and tireless work ethic helped the startup thrive and secure series A funding. He was a pivotal leader in Dividend's first three (3) loan securitization offerings totaling over $500M. While working with Dividend Finance, Doyle recognized how a lack of access to capital impacts contractors' ability to operate and grow their businesses. He was inspired to launch Billd, along with co-founder Jesse Weissburg, to bring traditional Wall Street access to capital to the construction jobsite, allowing contractors to bypass project hurdles with access to upfront funds while enabling suppliers to sell more materials and get paid up-front. For contractors who usually aren't paid until more than 90 days from purchasing materials, Billd provides 120-day terms so they can scale their business and stabilize cash flow. Doyle's technical certifications include Certified Energy Manager, Business Energy Professional, LEED AP O+M Certified, Solar PV Advanced 40 Hour (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners), Certified Building Envelope Analyst, Infrared Level 1 Thermography Certification, Green Advantage Certified for Commercial Buildings, and a Certified Auditor, Level 3 Installer, QAP – Air Barrier Association of America. He was a founding member of the Solar Access to Public Capital working group of the Solar Energy Industries Association, the Energy Services Coalition, the U.S. Green Building Council, and he is a board member of the Building Enclosure Council of the National Institute of Building Sciences. Doyle holds a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Rice University. He resides in Austin, Texas, with his two children. How to Connect with Chris? Website: https://billd.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherldoyle/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-with-billd/id1505555876 --------------------------------------------------------------------- Get Connected with Dr. Vic Facebook: www.facebook.com/DrVicManzo Instagram: www.Instagram.com/DrVicManzo LinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/DrManzo Parler: www.parler.com/profile/DrVicManzo YouTube: Bit.Ly/38QULv91   One Free Week of Mindfulness https://bit.ly/3sGRvfg   Download the first 3 Chapters to Dr. Vic's New Book for FREE https://empower-your-reality.mykajabi.com/3-chapters-lead-generation-awitd   Comprehensive Coaching with Dr. Vic https://www.empoweryourreality.com/one-on-one-coaching   Email DrVic@EmpowerYourReality.com

Michael Lawal is the CEO Of sendit.money, a social impact business focused on solving the pain of financial exclusion for Africans. Michael joins the Change Africa Podcast to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, philosophy on Africa's developmental lag, colonial programming, and overcoming fear. He tells his story of what inspired him to pursue this startup and the hurdles of being the renegade problem solver. Kojo and Michael segue from entrepreneurship to Africa. specifically how we can redefine colonial systems that have taken over the continent's operationalization and embrace locally made systems that work for us from our financial infrastructure, education and leadership. Michael gives his take on the phenomenon of colonial programming and how its crease is still evident in the functioning of Africa today, and how we could overcome it.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Viola Llewellyn is the CEO OF Ovamba Solutions Inc, an award-winning African “TradeTech” company that creates culturally attuned technologies to serve formal and informal African SMEs in the trade & commodities sectors. Ovamba's solutions combine innovative Sharia compliant structures with eCommerce, logistics services, and technology to drive financial inclusion and promote growth. Our converation with Viola begins with her journey back to Africa, reshaping her narrative about the continent and loving it for what it is, while she still pursued what she wanted it to become. We spoke about how embracing our problems can be the gateway to innovating solutions to them, with Ovamba finding ways to redefine commerce in underserved Islamic communites. Viola talks about the imperative of high achieving women to find support from the men in their lives, and how she found that first in her dad, and then her husband. We discuss our penchant for moderacy as Africans, and why should be unrepentent about our ambition. It's conversation about introspection, women empowerment, education, mentorship and a whole lot more. Consider supporting our fundraiser to build a mini home studio to improve the listening experience of the podcast via the link attached if you enjoyed this episode. bit.ly/fundCAPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, I will be talking to Mike Muoio, Mike has been selling disruptive technologies in the construction industry for more than 20 years, during our conversation we talked about architectural design, commercial real estate, and construction cost control. Podcast Instagram Jack on Instagram More info about the podcast

In this episode, we talk to Christopher Doyle (Co-Founder & CEO of Billd) as we discuss what Wall Street sometimes misses about construction funding, things he is working on to improve as an entrepreneur, and his commentary on artificial intelligence in construction. Check out Billd **More on Christopher** Christopher Doyle is an entrepreneur and business leader with extensive hands-on construction industry experience and a proven record of launching successful startups. He is the co-founder, president and CEO of Billd, a disruptive payment solution for the construction industry that helps contractors and suppliers grow their businesses with less hassle and risk. Recognizing cash flow hurdles contractors face when purchasing materials, Doyle launched Billd to make traditional Wall Street working capital accessible to these small business owners.    Doyle cut his teeth in the construction industry, framing houses in high school at age 16 and working his way through college at Texas A&M before beginning his career in residential and commercial construction. During this time, he not only developed into a project manager supervising sales and operations, he also developed a passion for launching new business operations, opening and leading new divisions of construction companies in Dallas, Austin and Houston, Texas.   He went on to serve as director of solar operations for the Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS), delving into energy efficiency and renewable energy program management and authoring numerous publications on solar financing and best practices in renewable energy. Recognizing Doyle as a highly certified renewable energy thought leader, the founders of lending company Dividend Solar (now Dividend Finance) tapped him to oversee their contractor operations and sales. Doyle's leadership and tireless work ethic helped the startup thrive and secure series A funding, and today the company earns just shy of a billion dollars annually.   While working with IBTS, Doyle began to recognize how a lack of access to capital impacts contractors' ability to operate and grow their businesses. He was inspired to launch Billd, along with co-founder Jesse Weissburg, to bring the financial power of Wall Street to the construction jobsite, allowing contractors to bypass project hurdles with access to upfront funds while enabling suppliers to sell more materials with less risk. For contractors who usually aren't paid until more than 90 days from purchasing materials, Billd provides 120-day terms so they can scale their business and stabilize cash flow.    Doyle's technical certifications include Certified Energy Manager, Business Energy Professional, LEED AP O+M Certified, Solar PV Advanced 40 Hour (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners), Certified Building Envelope Analyst, Infrared Level 1 Thermography Certification, Green Advantage Certified for Commercial Buildings, and a Certified Auditor, Level 3 Installer, QAP – Air Barrier Association of America. He is a member of the Solar Access to Public Capital working group of the Solar Energy Industries Association, the Energy Services Coalition, the U.S. Green Building Council, and he is a board member of the Building Enclosure Council of the National Institute of Building Sciences. Doyle holds a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Rice University. He resides in Austin, Texas. Visit our website TheStartupLifePodcast.com Follow The Startup Life Podcast Facebook Page Want gear from The Startup Life? Check out our gear! Check out other great podcasts from The Binge Podcast Network. Written by: Dominic Lawson  Executive Producers: Dominic Lawson and Kenda Lawson Music Credits: **Show Theme**  Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald  **Break Theme** Cielo - Huma-Huma  **Sponsors/Partners** Listen and subscribe to the Keep Optimising Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you like to get your favorite podcasts.  You can also get more information at https://keepoptimising.com/.   

As a Building Scientist, Andrea's interests are in pushing the performance and minimizing the environmental impact of her projects. She also enjoys building the firm's knowledge and intuition about  sustainability through research endeavors and project explorations. At Payette, Andrea works across projects to bring rigor to the performance of projects. She integrates performance modeling tools into Payette's design process at the very beginning to inform and push designs. Additionally, she leads a number of internal research projects, and was the Principal Investigator on the 2012 AIA Upjohn Research Initiative-funded “Thermal Performance of Facades,” a research project focused on thermal bridging. She also leads the firm's efforts on the AIA 2030 Commitment, tracking and benchmarking the performance of projects across the firm. Andrea received a Master of Science in Architecture Studies in Building Technology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where she was the recipient of the Tucker-Voss Award and focused her thesis on the thermal performance of facades. She is also a Lecturer at MIT in the Department of Architecture's Building Technology group where she teaches a class on building envelope performance. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the USGBC Massachusetts Chapter, as well as the national USGBC Chapter Steering Committee and Education Steering Committee, and is a member of the COTE Advisory Group to the Board. EDUCATION MS, Arch. Studies, Building Technology, 2011, Massachusetts Institute of Technology B.Arch., 2002, Carnegie Mellon University   Show Highlights    Payette focuses on the most energy intensive typologies out there on the fusion of design and performance  Why there is no value in holding research that helps to advance the industry.  Andrea provides useful online tools to benefit projects with apples to apples comparisons  Thinking holistically about carbon, climate change and the impact buildings have The vast amounts of carbon emissions come from the operational carbon forcing energy modeling and embodied carbon to move to the forefront  Make sure building science is part of conversation from the onset of design, even in interviews Being able to articulate to your firm your interests and your skills will help you and your organization find your sweet spot to make a profound impact in an emerging industry     “According to the ITCC. The report that they put out in 2018, we need to globally cut our carbon emissions in half by 2030, and eliminate them completely by 2050. If we look over that kind of critical time period between now and 2030, the vast majority of the emissions, actually even from energy intensive buildings,  is really going to come from the embodied carbon. We can't ignore it and it's something that I think is starting to really grow as a focus for firms and across the industry.  I think we'll continue to push to become more mainstream throughout the practice.” -Andrea Love   Andrea Love's Show Resource and Information   Fusion: The Performance of Architecture Clap When You Land The Vanishing Half Invisible Women   LinkedIn Twitter Payette   Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community! If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast!   Copyright © 2020 GBES

In the past, if you went to a brick-and-mortar store, you did so to shop, and the store responded as such. You walked in, asked questions, made a purchase, and went about your business. The market has really changed, as has the competition, and this has created a huge change in the way that brands are interacting with their consumers. It's now not as much about the products as it is about the experience. On this episode, originally aired on MarketScale's Retail podcast, we spoke with Eric Thompson, Senior Sales Executive with Bluewater Technologies, on how retailers and brands are threading technology throughout their in-store experience. Thompson has worked with eight of the 10 top retailers in his 25+ year career, and gave us his perspective on what stores are doing to compete in a “retail apocalypse” where stores are closing left and right, and 30 have filed bankruptcy. Thompson said retail isn't dead, but it's certainly changing, and it's become a hot-button issue over the last two years. “Obviously the online experience is something that's big and is not going away and it's close to about what ten percent of retail sales are, and there are still people that want to go to the store and want to shop in the stores but they want more of a frictionless experience.” He pointed out that people don't want to be waiting in a checkout line, so Amazon Go was created to let people walk in and out. Sam's Club recently unveiled a store where you can create a shopping list and it will provide a digital roadmap telling you exactly where to go to get your items. “It's really just about being efficient and having a good experience.” And while more digital items are being woven into the retail experience now, Thompson warned that it's still important to know who your customer base is. “If you're catering more toward the Gen Z or millennials, they're digitally native so they want to have those digital attributes in the store. Maybe if it's a store that caters to the Baby Boom generation, there are ways to weave technology into the stores without being too tech-heavy. You have to use technology kind of towards who your customers are.” For more information on creating a digital shopping experience, including notes on self-pay, geofencing, online research, AI, and interactive touch screens, and what all of this means to the consumer, you'll want to immerse yourself into the rest of this podcast.

In this episode of CM Conversations, our building technology specialist Lewis Martin spoke with Rainer Wellige, Chief Revenue Officer of Brainbox AI. Brainbox are one of the most exciting companies in the building technology space, as their artificial intelligence-based platform promises building owners savings of up to 50% on their electricity costs. If you'd like to get involved in the conversation, or even be a guest yourself, get in touch with us at cmconversations@charltonmorris.com

Christopher Doyle is an entrepreneur and business leader with extensive hands-on construction industry experience and a proven record of launching successful startups. He is the founder, president and CEO of Billd, a disruptive payment solution for the construction industry that helps contractors and suppliers grow their businesses with less hassle and risk. Recognizing cash flow hurdles contractors face when purchasing materials, Doyle launched Billd to make traditional Wall Street working capital accessible to these small business owners. Doyle cut his teeth in the construction industry, framing houses in high school at age 16 and working his way through college at Texas A&M before beginning his career in residential and commercial construction. During this time, he not only developed into a project manager supervising sales and operations, he also developed a passion for launching new business operations, opening and leading new divisions of construction companies in Dallas, Austin and Houston, Texas. He went on to serve as director of solar operations for the Institute for Building Technology and Safety (IBTS), delving into energy efficiency and renewable energy program management and authoring numerous publications on renewable energy financing, including launching National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) residential and commercial best practices. Recognizing Doyle as a renewable energy thought leader, the founders of lending company Dividend Solar (now Dividend Finance) tapped him to oversee their contractor operations and sales. Doyle's leadership and tireless work ethic helped the startup thrive and secure series A funding. He was a pivotal leader in Dividend's first three (3) loan securitization offerings totaling over $500M. While working with Dividend Finance, Doyle recognized how a lack of access to capital impacts contractors' ability to operate and grow their businesses. He was inspired to launch Billd, along with co-founder Jesse Weissburg, to bring traditional Wall Street access to capital to the construction jobsite, allowing contractors to bypass project hurdles with access to upfront funds while enabling suppliers to sell more materials and get paid up-front. For contractors who usually aren't paid until more than 90 days from purchasing materials, Billd provides 120-day terms so they can scale their business and stabilize cash flow. Doyle's technical certifications include Certified Energy Manager, Business Energy Professional, LEED AP O+M Certified, Solar PV Advanced 40 Hour (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners), Certified Building Envelope Analyst, Infrared Level 1 Thermography Certification, Green Advantage Certified for Commercial Buildings, and a Certified Auditor, Level 3 Installer, QAP - Air Barrier Association of America. He was a founding member of the Solar Access to Public Capital working group of the Solar Energy Industries Association, the Energy Services Coalition, the U.S. Green Building Council, and he is a board member of the Building Enclosure Council of the National Institute of Building Sciences. Doyle holds a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University and an MBA from Rice University. He resides in Austin, Texas, with his two children. “it's a simple exercise, open up Excel and say: how are you going to find this customer? Well first start with what does it cost? What are you going to sell it at? How are you going to find them? And breaking it down into a very simple exercise to see if the economics even work. Because so many times I talk to people that are looking to start a business and we go through that very easy exercise and you are going to know… look you are going to have to do X volume to get there even close. Like this doesn't make a lot of sense. I think a very simple Excel exercise starting from scratch or you are just starting your business and you are looking at a new product I see so many times people just miss a very simple 15 minute exercise to breakdown the economics to realise that hey that this isn't going to work”…[Listen for More] Click Here for Show Notes To Listen or to Get the Show Notes go to https://wp.me/p6Tf4b-7EF

We interviewed Albert Ayson Jr., Associate Director of Training and Technical Assistance Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations. In the discussion, we dove into uses of integrated care technology for community based care providers, and the importance of building effective data systems within the context of COVID-19. Have an experience or perspective on why our health care system is broken? We'd love to have you as a future podcast guest! https://www.mcsquaredhealth.com/blog/albert-ayson-jr-building-technology-enabled-care-for-community-health-organizations

Episode Summary:Co-hosting this episode with MdA Agency, Milan based Design studio, as part of our series dedicated to cultural pluralism, we meet prof. Ingrid Paoletti, who shares her invaluable knowledge with us reflecting on multicultural memory and the contemporary notion of ‘habitus', translating from latin as ‘Conditions suitable for an organism or population of organisms to live'. Questioning the current unsustainable environment we find ourselves in, Ingrid talks about the importance of society's legacy and sensitive tangible values of local communities. How do you believe technology can help us preserve our cultural heritage? How can our society keep up with the demands of hanging international needs for cultural understanding and awareness? How can technology play a role in a setting of multicultural co-existence? *In collaboration with MdA Design Agency, this episode is dedicated to the dilemma of multiculturalism in relation to the current global isolation.The Speaker:Ingrid Paoletti, Associate Professor of Building Technology at the ABC, Architecture, Built Environment and Construction Engineering Dept at Politecnico di Milano University. Ingrid is founder and coordinator of the research group MaterialBalance www.materialbalance.polimi.it at the forefront of experimental technologies and material systems innovation. Her works have been shown in fundamental exhibitions, papers and books internationally recognized.Hosts: Elizabeth Zhivkova & Farah PiriyeCo-host: Kiana Taleb-Pour, MdA Design AgencySign up for ZEITGEIST19's newsletter at https://www.zeitgeist19.comFor sponsorship enquiries, comments, ideas and collaborations, email us at info@zeitgeist19.com

This week, Managing Editor Amy McIntosh talks with Thomas Reindl, Division Manager of Lighting, Interiors and Building Technology for NorthWest Lighting and Accents in Mount Prospect, IL. As a 2020 Showroom of the Year Award winner, this showroom prioritizes customer education in its merchandising. Lighting retailers are selling experiences, Reindl says, and he explains how his showroom accomplishes that. Plus, find out how NorthWest Lighting and Accents has fared throughout the COVID-19 crisis. This episode is sponsored by Kichler and Dallas Market Center. About the Podcast: Lighting the Way is a podcast from the editors of Furniture, Lighting & Decor magazine, spotlighting the latest innovations in lighting design and technology. Join us twice a month for interviews with lighting industry experts to learn how the industry is moving forward.

Nico is a founding director of Atelier Ten's New York City office and member of Atelier Ten's US and international leadership group. He consults on a wide variety of large scale residential, commercial and institutional buildings, as well as on masterplan and renovation work in the United States, Europe, South America and Asia. Nico specializes in the application of advanced building analysis including facade optimization, daylight and shading analysis, and in the optimization of building systems. Recent work includes, among others, the first LEED Platinum condominium high rise in New York City, the sustainability framework and first two significant buildings for Columbia University's new Manhattanville Campus, the U.S. Embassies in Nairobi and Brasilia, the Masterplan and Phase 1 for the Fulbright University Vietnam campus, the new wing for the American Museum of Natural History in New York and the new LEED Platinum-target Comcast Research and Innovation Center tower in Philadelphia. Nico has held teaching engagements at Harvard GSD, Pratt Institute and Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture Planning and Preservation with a focus on building systems integration and sustainability. He is a LEED Fellow, and served as an industry representative member on the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Green Building Advisory Committee from 2011-2016. He also serves on the board of Urban Green Council and Storefront for Art and Architecture. Nico holds a Dipl. Ing. in Architecture from the Technical University in Munich, an M.S. in Building Technology from MIT and a DDes from the Graduate School of Design at Harvard University.   Show Highlights  Nico embraces being both technical and creative as a leader in sustainability in Germany and the US. Essential questions on performance and design that help influence Nico's career and move the industry forward.  What it is like to work for Atelier Ten and clients who want to push the envelope with environmental design and energy systems to be more “human centric.” Why the LEED Silver and Gold levels have really become a baseline for projects. Nico shares why architects will need to educate themselves with the dynamics of the utility grid. Nico breaks down the plan, obstacles, and shifts for electrifying buildings and decarbonizing our grid. Why building trust and building relationships takes both technical prowess and social skills. “Trust in a design team is incredibly important because everybody's taking risks all the time because nobody's ever done this before (on a highly advanced sustainability project). So the importance of personal relationships and really being aware of that and understanding stakeholders and people I work with on the client side on a deeper level.”  -Nico Kienzl   Nico Kienzl Transcript    Nico Kienzl's Show Resources and Information Thermal Delight in Architecture LinkedIn Atelier Ten Local Law 97      Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community! If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast!   Copyright © 2020 GBES

Diego Ibarra is Principal and Founder of EA Buildings (formerly ENERGY ARQ), a consulting firm with offices in Boston MA, Santiago, Chile and Bogota, Colombia. EA Buildings specializes in sustainable design, building simulations and LEED® Consulting. Through his firm, Ibarra has been involved in over 80 projects with more than 20,000,000 SF, including commercial office towers, shopping malls, industrial facilities and academic institutions in North America, South America and Europe. Ibarra's expertise involves advanced building performance simulations and their application in an integrated design process. He has taught over 30 Building Performance Simulation and LEED Trainings in the U.S and internationally. He has worked as a Teaching Assistant and Teaching Fellow at Harvard University in over 10 courses, such as Building Energy Performance Simulations; Environmental Technologies in Buildings; Energy Technology and Buildings; Daylighting Buildings; Building Technology, Thermal Performance of Buildings Systems, among others. Diego has also worked as a LEED Reviewer, including review of ASHRAE compliant energy models. He has been a speaker at international conferences, such as, Greenbuild, International Radiance Workshop, and IBPSA's Building Simulation.  Ibarra, a Fulbright Scholar, graduated with his Doctor of Design from Harvard Graduate School of Design in 2014. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Chile Green Building Council, IBPSA Chile, and a member of IBPSA-USA Boston Chapter Technical Committee. He also holds a Master in Design Studies in Environmental Technologies from Harvard University and is a LEED AP & ASHRAE BEMP.   Show Highlights Diego tells you how to implement your knowledge at different levels, in terms of strategy surveying Creating a planning roadmap that assesses specific technologies helps clients navigate the sustainability transformation  Diego talks about his journey to becoming a LEED Fellow The valuable insight you gain from tracking your time.  Diego shares an app to help you allocate your time to maximize growth. Why it's imperative to find a mentor who has been through the green building journey.   3 big trends Dr. Ibarra says you should be reading up on now If you equip yourself with these key skills it will be easy to find professional opportunities  “I try to dedicate the first half an hour to really plan the day and make a long list. I highlight what of those things to do actually match my priorities. The three big goals for the week. Really the whole point is try to avoid becoming reactive every day or our agendas get packed and we start putting out fires instead of really chasing the things that will push us forward.” -Dr. Diego Ibarra   Full Transcript 115: Diego Ibarra Transcript   Show Resources Diego Ibarra Hard Thing About Hard Things  Never Split the Difference    Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community! If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast! Copyright © 2020 GBES

Vision is a tricky thing. We usually think of it as a constant, where everyone sees the same thing the same way. However, the reality of vision is that many people see things differently. One of the biggest differences is caused by color blindness, which causes people to not be able to distinguish between two colors. Red-green color blindness alone is present in 1 in 12 males. Despite this high percentage of the problem, we still use color as a primary part of daily life. BinoViz is building technology to help people who see colors differently differentiate colors.The company has developed the first Binocular Video Tone Mapping (BVTM) framework, which takes advantage of the way the brain fuses paired images into a single visual. By using this technology, which is similar to how movies produce a modern 3D visual, they can extend the range of color that is perceivable. For those with color issues, it can produce a different contrast to the colors that are presented, allowing them to determine the difference between red and green, or blue and green, and the colors produced by combining them with others. For those who see colors normally, it does not negatively impact the visual.The company is starting with the entertainment industry, as it affords the most opportunity to apply color technology. Nowhere else do we see as many varying colors in such a short period, and nowhere does color have such a huge impact. Think of the movie Avatar, which revolves around blue people on a green planet. For someone who cannot distinguish blue from green, the movie didn't get exciting until everything caught fire, introducing red. But, by introducing a new level of contrast, even these people can enjoy the film.To learn more about BinoViz, check out their website.Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy. Amazon Prime gives you more than just free shipping. Get free music, TV shows, movies, videogames and more.

Dr. David Heath, founder, and CEO of Cutitronics (cutitronics.com) provides an overview of the skincare industry and his company's mission to revolutionize the way we care for our skin. With a thirst for knowledge, Heath set out on a journey to better understand science and engineering. His long academic career awarded him degrees in physics and engineering. Throughout his Ph.D. and post-doctoral research, Dr. Heath has continually targeted specific areas of interest including transdermal medical technology. Dr. Heath's research led him to discover that transdermal medical technology could be utilized to solve some of the significant challenges facing the cosmetic skincare industry. His innovation in the area garnered recognition from the Royal Society of Edinburgh, the Royal Academy of Engineering, and the ERA Foundation. Dr. Heath discusses his extensive background in biomedical engineering and the development of medical devices. He talks about his work that involved research to better understand the dynamic nature of skin, and how it led to his motivation to bring digital technology and engineering together to work with chemistry and formulation to ultimately improve skin and skincare. Dr. Heath explains microdermabrasion and other techniques that are common in the multibillion-dollar skincare industry today. He explains that the dynamic nature of skin needs to be understood in detail in order for products to be successful and that in and of itself is a challenge, as skin is somewhat complex. He discusses fat-soluble and water-soluble solutions, the benefits versus potential issues, as well as how products and technology used on the skin affect the microbiome. It is important to maintain balance he states, and we need to all be conscious of the products we use on our skin.  The skin expert discusses clinic trials, and how people may not be disciplined enough to use products in a manner such that clinic trial results can be achieved during home use. Dr. Heath discusses how they have achieved a way for their devices to dispense the amount of product that a particular user needs to see progress and eventually—results. By using progress bars or by gamifying it, users may be more motivated to keep working toward their goal. He details other technology aspects of the industry, and as he states, consumer compliance is critical in order to get consumers to use products properly, such that they will see benefits.  The skincare doctor provides some information on the prevalence of skin specialists and diagnostics in the US versus Europe. He states that their handheld devices help to extend specialized care into the home, to make it easier for individual users to take care of their skin in the proper way, as their specialist would recommend. The Cutitronics team seeks to continue launching disruptive technology into the skincare market, to help everyone achieve better results in their quest for healthier skin.

When it comes to buying or building technology, there is no "one size fits all" solution. In this episode, Dallas Wells and Maria Abbe discuss when you should consider building technology and when you must buy instead.

Moe Abdou, founder of 33voices interviews Nelly Yusupova, CTO of Webgrrls International.