Pipe Dreams
to Profits

Robert Casinover

Co-Founder, The Build

Robert Casinover has built a career doing what most people never attempt — bridging the gap between high-level corporate finance and the boots-on-the-ground world of the trades. After over a decade of financial leadership at powerhouse organizations including PwC, IBM, A+E Networks, and Interbrand, Robert made a bold pivot and co-founded The Build in January 2020, a technology platform purpose-built for General Contractors, Plumbers, Electricians, Masons, and DIYers.

Armed with an MBA in Finance from Long Island University and a background in FP&A, business operations, and strategic growth, Robert brings a rare Wall Street mindset to an industry that has long been underserved by both technology and financial sophistication. His experience completing the Newchip Accelerator program further sharpened his edge as a startup founder navigating one of the most complex and resilient sectors in the economy.

On Pipe Dreams to Profits, Robert channels his unique blend of corporate financial acumen and trades industry insight to help business owners think bigger, operate smarter, and build companies that last. He's proof that the trades aren't just a career path — they're a serious business opportunity.

Rene' Jones

Trades Industry Veteran & Distribution Expert

Rene Jones is a seasoned veteran of the plumbing, wholesale distribution, and supply chain industries — and one of the most passionate voices in the trades today. With deep operational knowledge spanning plumbing distribution, warehousing, and logistics, Rene has spent his career at the intersection of where real work gets done and real money gets made.

Rene brings an insider's perspective to every conversation, whether that's breaking down the shift from traditional distribution models to online channels, unpacking workforce challenges, or helping trade business owners think more strategically about scaling. He's not just talking theory — he's lived the day-to-day realities of the blue-collar world and understands what it actually takes to run and grow a trades-based business.

On Pipe Dreams to Profits, Rene's mission is simple: elevate the trades. He's committed to helping plumbers, distributors, warehouse operators, and contractors embrace modern technology and smarter business practices — without losing the grit and craftsmanship that make this industry great.