Venture West Panel Preview: Lessons Learned From ConTech’s Serial Entrepreneurs

Where would the construction industry be today without those who have actively participated in the innovation and advancement of the technology? Much of the more common technology we use to help build today, such as ERP systems, bid management platforms, or labor management platforms, were just the dreams of one or a few individuals just a few decades ago. Those dreams grew into viable, valuable solutions now used by the many millions in our industry today.

Of course, for every dream that is built into a product, there are hundreds or thousands that never leave the hippocampus. A founder is an individual who not only has the ability to conjure ideas to improve the world (in this case being the AEC industry), but has the discipline and drive to take those ideas and mold them into a product offering. This is no small feat, and requires a hefty combination of perseverance, skill, and of course, luck.

Taking the step to becoming a founder is a decision a very small percentage of individuals choose. Even further, becoming a successful founder, building a product and a successful business, is an even smaller percentage of that crowd. Being able to tap directly into that source knowledge of the small percentage who have found success in the industry is an invaluable way to learn from the successes and mistakes others made along the way.

In this panel titled "Lessons Learned from ConTech's Serial Entrepreneurs," we will hear directly from four of these dreamers to understand how it started, how it went, and what they learned along the way. Dustin, Chris, Ralph, and Jen have all founded and grown technology companies in our industry and are eager to impart their wisdom during our Venture West Conference. For all those considering starting a new company, investing in growing companies, or working with new products, this is your chance to hear all about it, right from the sources.