Herbert Dwyer | EMPEQ CEO on Leveraging Technology for Good
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This episode features Herbert Dwyer, CEO of EMPEQ, discussing the challenges and solutions in the energy sector post-pandemic, focusing on workforce dynamics and technological advancements. Dwyer shares insights from his varied background in sectors such as software, real estate, and energy efficiency, leading to the creation of EMPEQ and the innovative Fast Site Survey app which significantly reduces energy audit times. He highlights the importance of adopting new technologies, like artificial intelligence, to improve efficiency in building audits and the impact of such technologies on creating employment opportunities. The conversation also touches on Dwyer's personal and professional mantras, the role of grit and determination drawn from his Marine Corps experience, and the broader implications of energy efficiency for environmental sustainability and business profitability. The episode encapsulates EMPEQ's mission to leverage high-tech solutions for 'good,' enhancing operational efficiencies and fostering a culture of excellence and growth.
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00:00 The Impact of the Pandemic on the Workforce
00:27 Introduction to KZSU Stanford University's FM Radio Show
00:36 Spotlight on Herbert Dwyer: From Energy Audits to EMPEQ
01:50 Herbert Dwyer's Personal and Professional Mantras
02:37 The Philosophy of Risk and Innovation in Engineering
03:40 The Role of Grit and Determination in Success
06:48 Leveraging AI for Workforce Efficiency and Innovation
10:39 Addressing the Labor Shortage with Technology
11:30 AI for Good: Creating Opportunities in the Workforce
11:53 Leonid Capital Partners: Supporting Small and Medium Businesses
12:43 FastSight Survey: Revolutionizing Field Engineering Work
25:46 The Importance of Energy Efficiency and Entrepreneurial Spirit
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