4. Creating Buildertrend With Dan Houghton
Episode description
In this episode of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, our host, Bosco Anthony is joined by Dan Houghton, CEO and Co-founder of Buildertrend. Dan shares the history of how Buildertend started and how the software they created continues to help thousands of builders worldwide.
Buildertrend is based in Nebraska, United States, and has over 400 full-time employees. The company offers cloud-based software for builders who can log into a desktop and/or mobile app to access nearly 30 core features that help them better manage their construction businesses in the field, from the office or from home.
The construction management software provides real-time 24/7 access to construction scheduling, change orders, documents, photos, warranty management, home buyer selections, and much more.
Tune in to the full episode to hear Dan share his story and offer advice to other builders to be better prepared for the future of construction technology.
ABOUT DAN HOUGHTON
Dan Houghton co-founded Buildertrend in 2006 and now, as the CEO, he oversees Sales, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, HR and Culture. Dan is credited for leading Buildertrend’s expansion in the global market. Buildertrend now has more than 1 million users worldwide.
Connect with Dan: linkedin.com/in/danhoughtonbt
TIMELINE
- 1:00 How Buildertrend was born.
- 9:41 Smart tech in the construction industry.
- 11:25 Buildertrend’s international expansion.
- 13:12 Buildertrend’s innovation.
- 17:19 Small business growing pains.
- 21:16 The future of Buildertrend.
- 25:12 How automation is changing residential construction.
- 27:04 Builders risks and weaknesses.
- 30:20 How Buildertrend helps builders.
- 35:29 Dan’s advice to builders.
LINKS, RESOURCES & MORE
Buildertrend Website: buildertrend.com
APB Website: associationofprofessionalbuilders.com
APB on Instagram: instagram.com/apbbuilders/
APB on Facebook: facebook.com/associationofprofessionalbuilders
APB on YouTube: youtube.com/c/associationofprofessionalbuilders
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