The Altitude Podcast from Eagleview

Software is playing an increasingly important role in landscape design and architecture. In this episode, host Piers Dormeyer speaks with Sam Adeyemo, Co-Founder and CEO of Duranta, a company building software that helps professionals design landscapes. Sam shares his experience in moving from finance into climate tech, building a company that now powers a major portion of the U.S. solar market. The conversation covers his personal...

The insurance industry is under pressure from all sides—rising costs, extreme weather, and fast-changing technology. But it’s also full of opportunities to improve how claims are handled and how customers are served.

In this episode of The Altitude Podcast, host Piers Dormeyer talks with Maroun Mourad, President of Claims Solutions at Verisk. With more than 25 years in global insurance, Maroun shares how data, AI, and better workflo...

You don't hear the word "roofing" and immediately think robots but maybe it's time we should. In this episode, I talk with Andy Stulc and Dylan Crow, co-founders of Renovate Robotics, the startup behind a shingle-installing robot named Rufus. Andy shares how his background in aerospace robotics and a frustrating home roofing experience sparked the idea, while Dylan walks us through his leap from venture capital to co-founder. 

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Host Piers Dormeyer sits down with Ema Roloff, Co-Founder and Principal Consultant at Roloff Consulting. With a background in education and over a decade in corporate training and enterprise software, Ema helps business leaders navigate transformation without losing sight of their people. They talk about what good leadership looks like when everything’s moving fast, why clear communication still matters, and how to build digital st...

The outlook on solar energy is only growing brighter. In this episode, host Piers Dormeyer is joined by Nathan Jovanelly, CEO of SunRaise Capital and residential solar consultant. Together, Markus and Piers discuss strategies for empowering installers within the solar industry to elevate customer experiences, and how the solar market is evolving with loan and lease options. Nathan touches upon creating a leasing company to give equ...

If you’re looking to become a roofing titan, or simply want some advice on overcoming adversity, this is the episode for you! Host Piers Dormeyer is joined by Scott Riopelle, CEO and Principal of Interstate Roofing. Together, Scott and Piers dive into Scott’s accidental start in the roofing business, transitioning from door-knocking to running a major enterprise, and the incredible hurdles he has navigated over the course of his li...

In the world of civil engineering, one must always adapt to modern challenges. In this episode, host Piers Dormeyer is joined by Markus Weidner, Chief Innovation Officer at Pennoni, a national engineering consulting firm that creates smart, sustainable solutions addressing the evolving challenges of infrastructure and the environment. Together, Markus and Piers dive into how Pennoni is embracing innovative technologies, evolving wi...

Get ready for some roofing industry insights! In this episode, host Piers Dormeyer is joined by Logan Graff, Partner at Apple Roofing, one of the biggest roof repair and replacement companies in the US, with branch locations in eleven states. Together, they discuss Logan's career journey as he has become a key player in roofing, the challenges and triumphs of integrating multiple roofing businesses, and the future of the roofing in...

It’s time to explore our solar future! In this episode, host Piers Dormeyer is joined by Mark Bench, CEO and Co-Founder of TriSmart Solar. TriSmart is a pioneering renewable energy company based in Texas, leading the charge in the solar industry. Together, Mark and Piers discuss the origins and growth of TriSmart, the unique challenges of operating a solar company in Texas, and the significance of a robust company culture. They als...

Step into the future with The Altitude Podcast from EagleView! As business and technology evolve faster than ever before, we’re your gateway to the stories of pioneers who are redefining the boundaries of their fields, through the groundbreaking use of aerial imagery, data analytics, and beyond. In each episode, we sit down with the trailblazers and thinkers – those who dare to look at the world from a new perspective and ask, "Wha...