The One About What’s Beneath Our Cities with Matt Fishbune | Ep. 25

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The One About What’s Beneath Our Cities with Matt Fishbune | Ep. 25

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In this episode, Matt Fishbune, CEO of Duke’s, shares his journey from sports to underground infrastructure, the importance of character in hiring, and the fascinating world of trenchless sewer repair. Discover how innovative techniques are transforming city maintenance, what it takes to build a successful business in this niche industry, and how AI, sensors, drones, and other emerging technologies could shape the future of underground infrastructure.

Key Topics

· Matt Fishbune’s background in sports and transition to infrastructure

· The importance of character in hiring for trades

· Techniques and innovations in trenchless sewer repair

· Challenges of aging infrastructure and solutions

· Building a successful business in underground infrastructure

· The role of technology in city maintenance

· Character over competency in team building

· Historical insights into sewer systems and materials Underground water and sewer systems

· The role of gravity and pump stations in water flow

· Infrastructure maintenance and capacity issues

· Impact of AI on inspection and assessment

· Future technologies like drones, sensors, and laser lidar

· The importance of skilled trades and workforce development

Takeaways

· Character and attitude are more important than technical skills in hiring.

· Always be hiring to stay ahead and avoid scrambling for talent.

· Ask specific questions about past failures to assess accountability.

· Most of the sewer infrastructure in the US is past its useful life.

· Innovative trenchless methods can fix infrastructure without digging up streets.

· Understanding the history of infrastructure helps appreciate current challenges.

· Building relationships and reputation is key in niche industries.

· Technology and proactive maintenance extend the life of infrastructure.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and guest background

02:02 Matt’s sports background and transition from athletics

03:56 Introduction to trenchless sewer rehabilitation

06:58 Character in hiring and team building

10:57 Interview questions to assess accountability

14:59 The importance of always being in hiring mode

19:59 Matt’s family and their athletic achievements

21:59 History and evolution of Dukes and trenchless technology

25:03 Chemical solutions and service offerings

28:02 Service areas and industry growth

29:59 Longevity of infrastructure and historical systems

34:00 Water quality, safety, and infrastructure challenges

Connect With Our Guest

Learn more about Duke’s and connect with Matt: Duke’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/duke’s-root-control-inc./ Matt Fishbune on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattfishbune/ Duke’s Website: https://www.dukes.com/