Episode #142: Constructo – Yuri
Yuri Galeev of Constructo: Reinventing Permitting for the Digital Age Yuri Galeev, founder and CEO of Constructo, is transforming one of the most outdated parts of the construction industry: permitting. With over 15 years of experience, Yuri saw firsthand how slow, fragmented, and frustrating the traditional pre-construction process can be. His solution? A fully online, tech-powered approach that streamlines architectural design, engineering, and permit submission—all in one seamless platform. Top 5 Takeaways from Yuri’s Episode: Permitting Is Broken—and It’s Costing Us Traditional permitting can take 6–12 months and eat up to 30% of project time and budget. Constructo cuts through the red tape. Fully Remote, Fully Scalable Using Matterport’s 3D scanning tech and a national technician network, Constructo handles everything from measurements to city submissions—without ever stepping on-site. Yuri Embraced Delegation to Scale Early on, Yuri realized his hands-on approach was creating production bottlenecks. Letting go and trusting his team unlocked massive growth. Built for Homeowners and Pros Whether you’re remodeling your home or managing multiple jobs as a contractor, Constructo simplifies the entire pre-construction workflow. Proof of Concept: 695% Growth In just a year, Constructo expanded from the Bay Area to all of California—with nationwide expansion on the horizon. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oe895ojK7cQ Memorable Quote: We’re not just fixing permitting—we’re helping fix the housing crisis by making pre-construction 30% faster and more affordable. Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Yuri Linkedin Globe
Episode #141: John Medina Buys Houses – Julio
Julio Saiz of The Motor Chain: Driving Classic Cars Into the Future with Blockchain Julio Saiz is the founder of The Motor Chain, a cutting-edge platform that merges blockchain technology with the love of classic cars. A lifelong car enthusiast and seasoned IT executive, Julio left his high-powered corporate job to solve a major problem in the classic car world—preserving and verifying a vehicle’s full history in a trustworthy, tamper-proof way. Julio’s story is a masterclass in commitment, vision, and marrying passion with profession. On Episode 141 of Clicks & Bricks, he walks us through how he turned his idea into a global platform—and how The Motor Chain is helping car collectors preserve not just cars, but legacies. Top 5 Takeaways from Episode 141: Preserve Vehicle History with Blockchain: The Motor Chain lets users create a “digital twin” of their car, complete with service records, ownership timeline, and more—secured by blockchain. From Corporate to Creator: Julio left his executive IT job and built his startup from a PowerPoint and a vision. Web3 with Purpose: He didn’t use blockchain because it was trendy—he validated it as the right tool to solve a real-world problem. Cash Flow Is Oxygen: Julio stressed the importance of planning both personal and business cash flow before taking the leap. Classic Cars Are Big Business: Proper documentation alone can increase a vehicle’s value by 10–15%. Julio is helping car owners protect their history—and their investment—with every vehicle added to The Motor Chain. Whether you’re a collector, enthusiast, or entrepreneur looking to build something new, this episode is a must-watch. Watch the full interview now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLPAFlDVZtc Memorable Quote: “If blockchain didn’t exist, I would’ve had to invent it to solve this problem.” — Julio Saiz Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Julio Linkedin Globe
Episode #136: BigByte Insights – Brett Christoffel
Brett Christoffel of All Y’alls Foods: Serving Up Plant-Based Texan Flavor with Purpose Meet Brett Christoffel, founder and CEO of All Y’alls Foods—a Texas-based plant-based snack brand with a bold mission. After decades in corporate sales, Brett made a life-altering decision to ditch meat and channel his passion for animal welfare and wellness into a bootstrapped food startup that’s now shaking up a $7B+ industry. With flavors inspired by Texas regions and ingredients like prickly pear, All Y’alls Foods is more than just a snack company—it’s a movement. Brett’s bacon-flavored meatless bits even hit #1 on Amazon in their category, proving that purpose-driven products can taste amazing and sell. This Episode’s Highlights From Sales to Snacks: Brett left a successful corporate career to follow his passion and launched All Y’alls Foods in 2018. Plant-Based Power: His jerky and “bacony bits” are protein-packed, cholesterol-free, and made from whole non-GMO soybeans. Viral Success: The Big Crunchy Bacony Bits hit #1 on Amazon thanks to clean ingredients and bold bacon taste—without the animal. Texas Roots, Big Impact: The brand uses native Texan flavors and aims to challenge the state’s beef legacy. Mission-Driven Marketing: With 10x the budget, Brett says it would all go into marketing to grow awareness in this booming niche. Watch Brett’s full Clicks & Bricks episode on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgEhRrD9qVM Memorable Quote: I realized all animals are present, just like my dog… they don’t want to die—and we don’t need to eat them. Want to be a Guest on our Show? Apply Now Connect with Brett Facebook Linkedin Instagram Youtube