In this episode of Untold: The Best Kept Secrets in Utah, host Jon Spiesman sits down with Justin Brach, CEO of Subcontractor Hub, to discuss how his company achieved 600% growth and continues to scale rapidly in the construction technology space.
Subcontractor Hub is a platform that helps HVAC, roofing, and energy storage contractors close deals faster using AI-powered design tools, instant financing, and end-to-end project management. Justin shares how he built the first version of the platform while still working as an executive at another company—and how a lean team, strong partnerships, and relentless innovation fueled the company’s rapid growth.
In this conversation, Justin breaks down what it really takes to scale a startup, the realities of being a CEO, and the hidden challenges behind hypergrowth.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
How Subcontractor Hub achieved 600% year-over-year growth
Why partnerships can outperform traditional customer acquisition
The biggest mistakes founders make in their first year
How AI is transforming retail construction
The importance of diversification and monetization in startups
The “hidden competitor” every founder should worry about
What scaling a company fast actually costs
Justin also shares candid insights about entrepreneurship, including the difficult early days, the pressure of making payroll, and the mindset required to build something meaningful.
If you're a founder, startup builder, tech entrepreneur, or construction industry professional, this episode is packed with valuable lessons about scaling, leadership, and innovation.
About Justin Brach
Justin Brach is the CEO of Subcontractor Hub, a fast-growing platform focused on helping contractors scale their businesses efficiently with modern technology and AI-driven tools.
Topics Covered
AI in construction
Startup growth strategy
Founder mindset
Scaling a SaaS company
Partnership-led growth
Entrepreneurship lessons
Startup leadership
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Untold is the podcast hosted by Jon Spiesman where we uncover the best-kept business secrets of Utah. Each week, we sit down with local entrepreneurs and business owners to explore their unique journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the lessons they've learned along the way. Whether you're building your own business or just love a good underdog story, you'll find hidden gems of advice and inspiration in every episode.
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Welcome to the Untold podcast!
Here, we're speaking with local businesses that are the best kept secrets of Utah.
Find out their journey, their business challenges and tips, and hidden advice brought to light to help you with your own journey!
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