100 How a Construction Worker Built a Fast-Growing SaaS Company

100 How a Construction Worker Built a Fast-Growing SaaS Company

 

The Entrepenudist Podcast 
https://entreprenudist.com

From the construction site to the startup world, this episode of The Entreprenudist Podcast features Fabian Videla, CEO of Permit Rockstar Inc., who shares how he went from swinging hammers to scaling SaaS.

He breaks down the real-world pain points that inspired him to build Permit Rockstar, a platform transforming how contractors navigate the permitting process.

In this episode, we explore:
🏗️ Construction & Industry Insight : What’s broken in the permitting process, the hidden costs of outdated systems, and how technology can solve everyday inefficiencies contractors face.

💻 Startup & SaaS Growth : How to turn an offline problem into a scalable tech platform, what construction taught him about startup grit, and how to build credibility in a legacy industry.

💰 Funding & Strategic Growth : How to think about early-stage valuations, choose the right investors, and know when to bootstrap or seek venture capital.

💡 Leadership, Mindset & Legacy : From tradesman to tech founder, lessons on leadership, discipline, and staying focused through startup uncertainty.

This episode is packed with insights for anyone building something from the ground up, whether that’s a company, a career, or a legacy.
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About Fabian Videla
Fabian Videla is a nationally recognized contractor, technology entrepreneur, and best-selling author with more than 25 years of experience in the construction industry. As the founder and CEO of Permit Rockstar, he is leading the transformation of construction permitting through a powerful SaaS platform that automates paperwork, streamlines inspections, and simplifies lien compliance.

Over the years, Fabian’s leadership has been recognized by leading industry and business publications, including:

2025 Ultimate Tech Leader Award, Jacksonville Business Journal
-Financial Times Fastest Growing Companies in the Americas (2023)
-Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America (2022)
-Build Magazine’s Best High-End Remodeling Contractor in Florida (2022)
-Jacksonville Business Journal’s 50 Fastest Growing Companies (2020, 2018, 2017)
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 About the Host: 
Randolph Love III, is the Founder and President of, ShieldWolf Strongholds, a wealth protection company that specializes in providing Business Owners, Franchise Owners, and Retirees with high level Business Exit Planning, Retirement Income Planning, and Tax Free Cash Value Life Insurance education as a Certified IUL Master. He is a Partner and Consultant with The Franchise Consulting Company; one of the most renowned American owned franchise consulting companies in the world. 

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 📌Permit Rockstar Inc. is a construction technology company revolutionizing the permitting process for contractors, builders, and developers. Founded by industry professionals who experienced the challenges firsthand, Permit Rockstar simplifies and automates permit management, saving time, reducing costs, and eliminating the bottlenecks that slow projects down.

Led by CEO Fabian Videla, Permit Rockstar bridges the gap between construction and technology, empowering professionals to work smarter, scale faster, and deliver projects with confidence.

👉 Learn more at www.PermitRockstar.com

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