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EPISODE · Jun 3, 2025 · 33 MIN

Trade Talk (Ep. 4) - Grunt Work, Reimagined: Inside the Startup Built for Builders

from Trade Talk: The Podcast of Contractors Connect · host Beespoke Consulting

In this episode of Trade Talk, we sit down with Martin Horak, founder of Grunt—a groundbreaking delivery service built specifically for the construction industry. Think Instacart meets Home Depot. Martin shares how riding out Hurricane Michael inspired the idea, what it took to turn a sketch into a successful startup, and why Grunt is more than just a delivery service—it's a time-saving, cost-cutting powerhouse for contractors and DIYers alike.You’ll hear how Grunt:Saves contractors hours per week by delivering materials directly to job sitesHelps local suppliers offer on-demand delivery without overheadCreates flexible income for local driversServes everyone from electricians and HVAC pros to weekend warriorsPlans to scale smart with a new app and market expansionLinks & Resources:Learn more: www.contractors-connect.com and www.trygrunt.comFollow us on Instagram, LinkedIn & FacebookAdvertising Opportunities: ⁠contractors-connect.com/podcast⁠Contact us: ⁠[email protected]⁠Hosted by Beespoke Consulting: ⁠www.beespokeconsulting.com⁠Listen & Subscribe:New episodes drop every Tuesday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, and leave a review to support the show.Got a topic idea or feedback? Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ or submit them at ⁠contractors-connect.com/podcast⁠.

In this episode of Trade Talk, we sit down with Martin Horak, founder of Grunt—a groundbreaking delivery service built specifically for the construction industry. Think Instacart meets Home Depot. Martin shares how riding out Hurricane Michael inspired the idea, what it took to turn a sketch into a successful startup, and why Grunt is more than just a delivery service—it's a time-saving, cost-cutting powerhouse for contractors and DIYers alike.You’ll hear how Grunt:Saves contractors hours per week by delivering materials directly to job sitesHelps local suppliers offer on-demand delivery without overheadCreates flexible income for local driversServes everyone from electricians and HVAC pros to weekend warriorsPlans to scale smart with a new app and market expansionLinks & Resources:Learn more: www.contractors-connect.com and www.trygrunt.comFollow us on Instagram, LinkedIn & FacebookAdvertising Opportunities: ⁠contractors-connect.com/podcast⁠Contact us: ⁠[email protected]⁠Hosted by Beespoke Consulting: ⁠www.beespokeconsulting.com⁠Listen & Subscribe:New episodes drop every Tuesday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music. Like, subscribe, and leave a review to support the show.Got a topic idea or feedback? Email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ or submit them at ⁠contractors-connect.com/podcast⁠.

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