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Slice of Construction

Slice of Construction

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“Slices” on the people and organizations in construction via news, thoughts, podcasts, spotlights and more!© 2024-2025 Slice of Media, Inc. Economics Management Management & Leadership Politics & Government
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  • #49 - Karly Heffernan, Co-Founder at Hardline
    Nov 19 2025

    Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Karly Heffernan, Co-Founder at Hardline.

    What you’ll get out of this episode:

    • From Team Canada to Tech Founder: Karly Heffernan's journey spans elite hockey, Harvard, and launching a construction tech startup.
    • Hardline's Mission: A voice-powered assistant app designed to document jobsite decisions without recording calls.
    • Designed for Superintendents: Hardline aims to protect and empower site leads by reducing tedious admin work and preventing costly rework.
    • Strategic Partnerships & Growth: Integrated with Procore, Autodesk, and soon Fieldwire; part of Suffolk Technologies' Boost accelerator.
    • Voice as the Future of Workflows: Hardline is betting on voice AI to replace keyboards and streamline site communication.



    To learn more about Hardline:
    Website https://www.hardlineapp.com
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardline-app/

    Guest's Socials:
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karly-lynn-heffernan/


    Show and Host's Socials:
    Slice of Construction
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

    Jared S Taylor
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/


    Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    19 mins
  • #48 - Bill Mandara, Chief Executive Officer & Owner at Mancini Duffy
    Aug 13 2025

    Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Bill Mandara, Chief Executive Officer & Owner at Mancini Duffy.

    What you’ll get out of this episode:

    • From Roots to Leadership: Bill Mandara shares his journey from a family of contractors to leading Mancini Duffy through a strategic transformation and nationwide expansion.
    • Diverse Practice Areas: Mancini Duffy now spans corporate interiors, aviation, hospitality, life sciences, residential, healthcare, and more.
    • Tech-Driven Innovation: The firm integrates AR, VR, and AI into project delivery, aiming for real-time approval and construction from Revit models.
    • Valuing Expertise: Mandara advocates for a shift away from commoditizing architecture, stressing the value of experience and collaborative problem-solving.
    • Client-Centric Philosophy: His leadership emphasizes teamwork, relatability, and making complex processes approachable for clients.



    To learn more about Mancini Duffy:
    Website http://www.manciniduffy.com/
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/mancini-duffy/

    Guest's Socials:
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mandara-ra-8ab36b11/


    Show and Host's Socials:
    Slice of Construction
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

    Jared S Taylor
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/


    Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    18 mins
  • #47 - Eldar Sadikov, CEO & Co-Founder at Field Materials
    Jun 4 2025

    Join us in this exciting episode of the Slice of Construction podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Eldar Sadikov, CEO & Co-Founder at Field Materials.

    What you’ll get out of this episode:

    • From AI Researcher to Construction Tech Leader: Eldar Sadikov transitioned from a Stanford PhD program and PayPal-acquired startup to co-founding Field Materials.
    • Deep Industry Roots: With a family background in construction, Eldar brings personal passion to solving procurement inefficiencies.
    • AI That Wows the Industry: Their AI capabilities—especially document recognition—became the product’s standout feature, driving rapid growth.
    • Rocket-Fueled Series A: Raised an oversubscribed Series A in just two weeks, buoyed by strong customer traction and growth.
    • Big Vision for Vertical Software: Plans to double GMV and expand the platform’s modules, tackling the complexities of diverse construction trades.



    To learn more about Field Materials:
    Website http://www.fieldmaterials.com
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/fieldmaterials/

    Guest's Socials:
    LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eldarsadikov/


    Show and Host's Socials:
    Slice of Construction
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-construction/

    Jared S Taylor
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/


    Slice of Construction is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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    19 mins
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