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KP Unpacked

KP Unpacked explores the biggest ideas in AEC, AI, and innovation—unpacking the trends, technology, discussions, and strategies shaping the built environment and beyond. 

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Update frequency
every 5 days
Average duration
35 minutes
Episodes
86
Years Active
2023 - 2025
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Why GCs Don’t Do Anything (And How AI Might Change That)

Why GCs Don’t Do Anything (And How AI Might Change That)

In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP Reddy takes on one of his most explosive LinkedIn posts: Why do so few general contractors self-perform anything? And if their answer is "risk"—what does that reall…

00:39:24  |   Mon 03 Mar 2025
How AI Is Changing Engineering Forever

How AI Is Changing Engineering Forever

In this episode of KP Unpacked, we dive into a major shift happening in engineering and construction: the rise of tech-enabled services and AI-driven tools.

Host Jeff Echols is joined by Iman Warsame,…

00:26:54  |   Fri 28 Feb 2025
The $1 Billion Construction Tech Opportunity No One’s Claiming

The $1 Billion Construction Tech Opportunity No One’s Claiming

In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP Reddy breaks down one of his most talked-about LinkedIn posts: the massive, untapped business opportunity in construction technology system integration.

The construc…

00:37:57  |   Mon 24 Feb 2025
Johnny Depp’s Stunt Double on Mastering Fear & Taking Risks

Johnny Depp’s Stunt Double on Mastering Fear & Taking Risks

What does it take to stay calm under pressure, take risks, and excel at the highest level? In this episode of KP Unpacked, Jeff sits down with Hollywood stuntman Theo Kypri—a man who has literally pu…

00:46:52  |   Fri 21 Feb 2025
AEC's Perfect Storm: Tariffs, AI, & Inflation

AEC's Perfect Storm: Tariffs, AI, & Inflation

In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP and Jeff break down a major theme from one of KP’s recent LinkedIn posts: the perfect storm brewing in the AEC industry. With inflation, tariffs, labor shortages, a…

00:49:21  |   Mon 17 Feb 2025
AI Won’t Replace Architects—Yet

AI Won’t Replace Architects—Yet

Jeff is joined by architect and digital innovator Zig Rubel, FAIA, to unpack one of KP’s latest thought-provoking LinkedIn posts: "I'm not an architect, but why did they lose the master builder posit…

00:46:53  |   Fri 14 Feb 2025
Your Social Media Strategy Sucks

Your Social Media Strategy Sucks

In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP and Jeff tackle a critical question inspired by one of KP’s recent LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kpreddy_why-are-aec-firms-social-media-posts-a-ste…

00:45:48  |   Mon 10 Feb 2025
Sustainability's New Business Frontier

Sustainability's New Business Frontier

In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP and Jeff explore a vital but often misunderstood role in today's C-suite: the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO). As the corporate landscape evolves, sustainability…

00:25:20  |   Mon 03 Feb 2025
A Biology Lesson for Startups

A Biology Lesson for Startups

Startups are living organisms, constantly regenerating and evolving—much like human cells. In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP Reddy dives into the parallels between biology and business, sharing insi…

00:20:02  |   Mon 27 Jan 2025
Breaking the Hourly Mold

Breaking the Hourly Mold

In this episode of KP Unpacked, tune in as Jeff and KP explore:

  • Why many architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms remain stuck in hourly billing
  • The hidden costs of commodity-based prici…
00:30:10  |   Mon 20 Jan 2025
Ambition, Risk, and Building Your Dream Team

Ambition, Risk, and Building Your Dream Team

What happens when ambition meets risk aversion in the high-stakes world of entrepreneurship? Imagine building a media empire or owning a Formula One team—these aren’t just pipe dreams for us. We shar…

00:43:21  |   Mon 13 Jan 2025
The Room Where It Happens

The Room Where It Happens

What if the future of architecture and the built environment lies in breaking free from traditional molds? Discover the transformative potential of our Mastermind meetups and the Catalyst Network, wh…

00:37:34  |   Fri 10 Jan 2025
BIM is Dead

BIM is Dead

What if AI could offer more benefits without the cumbersome reliance on 3D models? KP revisits his 2011 textbook on BIM, reflecting on its promise and the reality a decade later. He shares his vision…

00:40:48  |   Tue 07 Jan 2025
Pitch Like a Revolutionary

Pitch Like a Revolutionary

KP shares his wisdom on the importance of building a strong network of believers who align with your mission, offering a fresh perspective on securing investments and collaborations that resonate wit…

00:30:42  |   Fri 03 Jan 2025
Chasing Balance

Chasing Balance

What if your Sunday Scaries could fuel your entrepreneurial journey instead of holding you back? KP juggles travel, writing newsletters, advising startups, and a recent relocation—all while sharing p…

00:25:18  |   Sun 22 Dec 2024
When in Miami...

When in Miami...

What if the traditional vendor-client dynamic is holding back innovation? Fifty CEOs and C-suite leaders recently came together in Miami at our [KP Reddy] executive briefing to spotlight challenges l…

00:27:02  |   Fri 20 Dec 2024
KP Reddy Previews GBA 2025: AI, Innovation, and the Future of Engineering

KP Reddy Previews GBA 2025: AI, Innovation, and the Future of Engineering

Join KP Reddy, global authority on tech innovation and AI, as he previews his must-see presentation: “Thriving in the Tech Age: AI’s Role in Shaping A/E and the Changing Role of Consulting Engineers.…

00:19:09  |   Mon 16 Dec 2024
Reinventing Career Paths in AEC

Reinventing Career Paths in AEC

Ready to future-proof your career in AEC? This EXTENDED episode is filled with insights and opportunities tailored for early and mid-career professionals. Discover the compelling reasons behind the i…

00:53:29  |   Thu 05 Dec 2024
Transforming AEC Firms into Private Equity Magnets

Transforming AEC Firms into Private Equity Magnets

We're baaaaack! In this episode, KP dives into how AEC firms can step up their game to attract private equity investors. He takes a closer look at what financial sophistication really means for the i…

00:28:33  |   Wed 27 Nov 2024
Remote Gets You Work. In-Person Gets You Ahead.

Remote Gets You Work. In-Person Gets You Ahead.

Can remote work truly offer the same career-boosting benefits as face-to-face interactions?  Drawing on recent conversations with mid-career professionals, KP highlights the stark differences between…

00:27:18  |   Fri 31 May 2024
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