The Power to Build Show

The Power to Build Show

Join us as we discuss the power of technology to drive one of our most impactful industries - homebuilding. You'll get great interviews, in-depth discussions, and insights into the best tools available for builders to create great experiences and even better homes for their buyers.

Episodes

June 17, 2025 34 mins

In this episode of The Power to Build Show, Bryan and Marco sit down with Chris Graham, President of Constellation HomeBuilder Systems, to unpack key insights from this year's Builder 100 Leadership Summit and explore what’s next for the evolving homebuilding industry. Topics include:

  • Builder 100 Recap – Key takeaways and networking value
  • Market Outlook – How builders are handling uncertainty
  • Future Focus – Long-term thinking ...
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In this episode, co-hosts Bryan Wu and Marco Caracciolo are joined by Alana Tisch to explore how builders are reshaping the future of homebuilding through technology, creativity, and determination.

In today’s conversation, the team dives into:

  • The backbone of builder tech
  • Modernizing the homebuyer experience
  • Optimizing field operations
  • Overcoming the fear of change
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In this episode, co-hosts Bryan Wu and Marco Caracciolo are joined by Samuel Maione as they share their experiences at NAHB's International Builder's Show and BuildEx Vancouver, offering key insights and memorable moments from both events.In today's conversation, the team discusses:

  • Their experience at IBS and BuildEx
  • Recently launched NX, the next generation cloud-based ERP for homebuilders
  • The rise of the built-to-r...
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Today, we are chatted with Lionel Romain, Commercial Operations Manager from Kijiji Real Estate. Lionel is based in Toronto where he has worked with Kijiji Real Estate for over a decade, helping connect landlords and tenants across Canada. The topics we discuss in today's episode: -An overview of Kijiji, Canada's leading classifieds website -Lionel's role as Commercial Operations Manager at Kijiji -Kijiji's innovations for r...

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In this episode, Matt Chretien, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Intellinetics is our special co-host. Together, Matt and Doron interview Donovan Huffman, VP of Finance and Robert Wheeler, AP Manager from the CW Group to discuss how they expanded their NEWSTAR ecosystem and implemented the Intellinetics AP automation solution in collaboration with key stakeholders. In this episode, Donovan and Robert from the CW Group dis...

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In this episode, our special guest is Nathan Sybrandt, Chief Executive Officer of informXL. In today's conversation, we discuss:

• What is informXL’s mission in the homebuilding space?

• How informXL makes reporting simple for Constellation’s NEWSTAR platform? 

• What are the main goals that builders have when it comes to data and analysis today?

• What trends do you see in the industry today with regards to analytics?

• What way ...

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In this episode, our special guest is Cara Brookins, Bestselling Author and Thought Leader in the Science of Motivation. With Cara, we explore her remarkable story of building her own home with just her children and YouTube tutorials. Plus, Cara shares a preview of her keynote session at October’s Build Smarter Conference in Austin, Texas. In today's conversation, we discuss: * Cara’s background in software development * What led...

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In this episode, our special guest is Christian Rinomato, Director of Sustainability at Country Homes. With Christian, we explore how homebuilders can tackle the critical issue of sustainability. In today's conversation, we discuss: * What Christian’s goals as a Head of Sustainability include * What low-hanging fruit builders can action today * An overview of embodied carbon and its impact on builders and the environment * Th...

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In this episode, our special guest is Seamus Mulroy, Product Manager Data Services at Constellation HomeBuilder Systems where we dive into everything data! In today's conversations, we discuss:


  • What excites Seamus the most about his work in data
  • What impact he is seeing from inflation and interest rates today compared to the past few years
  • In his work analyzing May’s homebuilding data, what regions stood out
  • What’...
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In this episode, our special guest is John McManus, Founder and President of the Builder's Daily where we chat about many things, including:


* How John sees the economic environment facing builders today

* What the most successful builders done during today's economic challenges

* Whether builders are factoring the US Presidential Election into their plans?

* If the average homebuilder ready for the AI age

* The upcoming Focus on ...

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January 15, 2024 22 mins

Learn about a franchise model finding great success in the homebuilding industry during this look at Epcon Communities business and success.

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January 15, 2024 33 mins

Jason Neely of Marlin Spring discusses the company's foray into the Greater Toronto Area condo market to share best practices and lessons learned.

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January 15, 2024 31 mins

The tables are turned as we learn about hosts Bryan & Doron. Learn their backgrounds, responsibilities, and personal stories in this fun episode. Date: 7/19/2021

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January 15, 2024 31 mins

Data can be a big buzzword, but how can homebuilders use it to get value for their business? Get practical advice from Vice President, Data Strategy Paolo Benzan of Constellation HomeBuilder Systems.

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January 15, 2024 24 mins

What is Customer Success and how can the organizational practice provide important results for homebuilders? Discover how in this in-depth panel discussion.

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January 15, 2024 28 mins

Software development wizard Shawn Knowles discusses the latest innovations in the homebuilding industry and explains what goes into bringing them to market. Date: 4/12/2021

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January 15, 2024 31 mins

Industry veteran Andrew Vega explains the best practices for a growing homebuilder, from strategy to technology needs.

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January 15, 2024 32 mins

Christian Caswell, founded of CustomerInsight, shares what today's homebuyers expect during the construction and move-in process, and how builders can best earn referrals from their buyers. Date: 2/25/2021

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January 15, 2024 34 mins

Ahead of the upcoming Build Smarter Conference for Constellation HomeBuilder Systems customers, the hosts share what they're most excited for and their conference survival tips.

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January 15, 2024 28 mins

Elmira Abushayeva shares the most important strategies, best practices, and advice for marketing teams in the homebuilding industry. Date: 9/24/2020

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