68. Technology, Community, and Loving Failure: The Career Story of Matthew Byrd

August 15, 2024

In a first for the RCN Podcast, CEO/Founder/Host Matthew Byrd is interviewed by RCN Senior Copywriter Ellis Malmgren. Matthew opens up about the formative moments in his life and career, and how they shaped his philosophy as a bridge-builder for the reality capture community.

Episode Timeline
1:21 A favorite failure
5:35 What Matthew rebels against, and what he views as the largest concern regarding AI
8:40 Role models growing up, a passion for sports, and a breakdown of hockey fights
11:28 One thing Matthew learned to do - and not do - from his parents
12:55 Matt’s musical roots, and finding himself in a successful touring band
15:49 The impact of the 2008 financial crash
17:40 Matthew’s experience working with his father, and a tough, early learning curve
19:23 What first drew Matthew to technology
21:16 First laser scanning experience
23:00 AI and machine learning affecting reality capture
29:25 Experiences at small and large companies, and LinkedIn
35:02 Considerations of starting a business
39:27 Nexus 3D’s founding
42:43 The nature of Nexus 3D’s growth
45:31 Spending vs. saving, the power of quality networking, and LinkedIn pet peeves
53:40 The road from Nexus 3D to the Reality Capture Network
1:00:40 The first RCN Conference, and shifting more focus from Nexus to RCN
1:03:50 Deciding to sell Nexus 3D, and how Matthew is still active within it
1:09:15 Presentations and public speaking
1:15:10 What Matthew is extremely uncomfortable doing
1:17:31 The evolution of R-CON
1:27:13 How Matthew optimizes himself and his days
1:33:16 Non-industry content Matthew enjoys
1:38:10 A common piece of advice Matthew thinks is misguided
1:39:51 Growth as a leader, and where there’s room for improvement

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