Canibuild Bakersfield, California

Timothy Cocaro is a builder-turned-tech-founder who is reshaping how the construction industry operates in the digital era. As the Founder and CEO of Canibuild, Timothy leads a global platform that empowers builders, developers, and governments to instantly assess site feasibility, compliance, and design options with AI-driven precision, eliminating the need for months of manual research, quoting, and back-and-forth. With a background in both residential construction and computer science, Timothy brings a rare blend of on-the-ground building expertise and deep technical insight. His work at canibuild has enabled thousands of construction professionals to reduce sales friction, accelerate approvals, and scale operations by offering instant insights into zoning, setbacks, overlays, and build possibilities, all through a seamless digital experience. Timothy is a sought-after thought leader at the intersection of proptech, urban planning, and AI, with a particular focus on affordable housing, permit automation, and public-private innovation. Under his leadership, Canibuild has become a trusted partner for major homebuilders, councils, and modular manufacturers across the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand. At IBS, Timothy brings actionable strategies, grounded industry experience, and a visionary approach to what's next for construction: from AI-powered feasibility to consumer-led engagement models that change the way people build.