The Build Zone Podcast - A Construction Podcast

Forecasting the Future of Construction-Zack Green's Journey to Construction Tech

July 13, 2026·43 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

 Episode 197-On this episode of The Build Zone Podcast, we're joined by an incredibly unique guest whose career journey spans two very different industries. Zack Green, an Emmy Award-winning meteorologist turned Sales Manager at Trayd, shares how his passion for communication, technology, and helping people led him from forecasting the weather to helping construction companies modernize their operations.Zack spent years delivering trusted weather forecasts to millions of viewers, earning an Emmy Award for his outstanding work in broadcast meteorology. While his career in television was exciting and rewarding, he eventually found a new opportunity to make an impact by joining Trayd, a company dedicated to helping contractors simplify workforce management, payroll, scheduling, and field operations through innovative technology.During this conversation, Zack discusses the surprising similarities between forecasting the weather and supporting the construction industry. Both require preparation, adaptability, and making informed decisions when conditions can change in an instant. He explains how technology is transforming the skilled trades and why contractors who embrace digital tools are positioning themselves for long-term success.We also dive into the challenges construction businesses face when managing employees, communicating between the office and the field, and keeping projects moving efficiently. Zack shares how Trayd is helping companies streamline these processes while improving productivity and reducing administrative headaches.Beyond the technology, Zack talks about leadership, career transitions, and the importance of taking calculated risks. His story is a reminder that success isn't always about following a straight path—it's about recognizing opportunities, embracing change, and leveraging your skills in new ways.Whether you're a contractor, business owner, apprentice, or someone fascinated by career reinvention, this episode is packed with valuable insights, practical advice, and a few behind-the-scenes stories from Zack's broadcasting days that you won't want to miss.Tune in to hear how one Emmy-winning meteorologist found a new forecast in construction technology and why the future of the skilled trades depends on innovation, communication, and the people willing to lead the way.Be sure to subscribe to The Build Zone Podcast for more conversations with the leaders, innovators, and professionals shaping the future of the construction industry.Listen to the full episode here- https://www.abcma.org/Membership/The-Build-Zone-Podcast  Please visit our sponsors:Presenting Sponsor Attain Technology: https://attaintechnology.com/Lightning Round Sponsor: https://structis.com/ #TheBuildZonePodcast#ConstructionTechnology#SkilledTrades#ConstructionLeadership#Trayd

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