Interview with Brent Wadas of BotBuilt in Pinehurst, NC

Summary: Brent and I talk about all things robotics and the framing of houses!

Big Take Aways:
- How seeing a group of unhoused folks led to BotBuilt’s mission.
- What is computer vision (CV)?
- How BotBuilt is tackling cost, speed, and safety.
- The importance of and opportunities for collaboration in the AEC industry.

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About Brent Wadas: 
BotBuilt is revolutionizing the building process and solving the labor crisis in construction through flexible, precise robotic systems, proprietary hardware, and cutting-edge software. BotBuilt uses the latest technology to implement advanced motion planning with computer vision to build a more sustainable future for construction, forever changing the way the world builds with automation. 

Brent Wadas and his wife Christy have two wonderful daughters. He founded BotBuilt along with his two business partners Barrett Ames and Colin Devine. Before becoming the CEO and Chairman of BotBuilt, Brent enjoyed success with his investment firm and a SaaS company creating automated processes for business CRM technology. In between civilian adventures, Brent was an officer in the US Army, deploying with Special Operations units alongside the bravest men and women from around the world. He currently resides in Pinehurst, North Carolina, and is dedicated to building the future of robotics and construction. 

Connect with Brent: Website | LinkedIn | Twitter

Mentioned in the show:
BotBuilt explainer video
Email Brent Wadas
Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) Wikipedia
Y Combinator

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Show Notes: Welcome to Dirt NC where we talk all about the places and spaces of North Carolina and the people who make them awesome, I am your host Jed Byrne.

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