Vivin Hegde: Innovating Sustainability & Urbanization with Zacua Ventures

Vivin Hegde is the Founding Partner at Zacua Ventures, which invests in the next generation of entrepreneurs shaping the Built World. The firm focuses on core themes of productivity, sustainability, and urbanization within the Built Environment and maintains a global presence. As a construction technologist and innovator, Vivin previously led the Trimble-Hilti JV, where he researched and developed new products and solutions in positioning technology, software integration, and field productivity. Additionally, he established and led Hilti's Corporate Venturing office in the US, seeking out new technologies to drive the next wave of innovation in construction. Throughout his career, Vivin has mentored startups and contributed to the development of the construction tech ecosystem, leveraging over a decade of experience in strategy, sales, project management, and operations across multiple continents. Topics: - The current state and future trends in construction technology - The role of urbanization in shaping future construction needs - The impact of emerging technologies (e.g., AI, IoT, robotics) on the built world #ConstructionTech #BuiltWorld #PropTech #Sustainability #UrbanInnovation