Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!

Our Guest: Kanav Hasija, Chief Executive Officer at MeltPlan.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Kanav Hasija shares how a frustrating home remodel led him to discover massive inefficiencies in construction planning.
• The biggest productivity gains in construction come from pre-construction planning, not the build phase.
• AI can now understand documents, drawings, schedules, and building codes, unlocking new automation opportunities.
• MeltPlan’s AI achieves about 95% accuracy on building inspector exam questions to validate its understanding of construction codes.
• The future of construction will combine AI planning, prefab manufacturing, and robotics.

To learn more about MeltPlan:
Website https://www.meltplan.com/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/meltplan/

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

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

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

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

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Karly Heffernan, Co-Founder at Hardline.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• From Team Canada to Tech Founder: Karly Heffernan's journey spans elite hockey, Harvard, and launching a construction tech startup.
• Hardline's Mission: A voice-powered assistant app designed to document jobsite decisions without recording calls.
• Designed for Superintendents: Hardline aims to protect and empower site leads by reducing tedious admin work and preventing costly rework.
• Strategic Partnerships & Growth: Integrated with Procore, Autodesk, and soon Fieldwire; part of Suffolk Technologies' Boost accelerator.
• Voice as the Future of Workflows: Hardline is betting on voice AI to replace keyboards and streamline site communication.

To learn more about Hardline:
Website https://www.hardlineapp.com
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardline-app/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karly-lynn-heffernan/

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

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

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

Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Bill Mandara, Chief Executive Officer & Owner at Mancini Duffy.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• From Roots to Leadership: Bill Mandara shares his journey from a family of contractors to leading Mancini Duffy through a strategic transformation and nationwide expansion.
• Diverse Practice Areas: Mancini Duffy now spans corporate interiors, aviation, hospitality, life sciences, residential, healthcare, and more.
• Tech-Driven Innovation: The firm integrates AR, VR, and AI into project delivery, aiming for real-time approval and construction from Revit models.
• Valuing Expertise: Mandara advocates for a shift away from commoditizing architecture, stressing the value of experience and collaborative problem-solving.
• Client-Centric Philosophy: His leadership emphasizes teamwork, relatability, and making complex processes approachable for clients.

To learn more about Mancini Duffy:
Website http://www.manciniduffy.com/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/mancini-duffy/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mandara-ra-8ab36b11/

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

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

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