Feb 17-19, 2026 | ORLANDO, FL
Feb 17-19, 2026
ORLANDO, FL

Eric Fortenberry

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Eric Fortenberry

JobTread Software Dallas, Texas

Eric Fortenberry is a construction industry innovator and entrepreneur, committed to helping contractors streamline their businesses. He founded JobTread, a construction estimating and project management software company in 2019 after serving as CEO for a General Contracting company where he built the first version of JobTread to help streamline and remedy their broken processes. After successfully implementing the platform, the company grew from $5 to $8 million in sales and increased their gross profit by 43%. Today, JobTread powers thousands of construction businesses, helping them manage billions of dollars in projects more efficiently. The platform has earned accolades, including #1 Construction Management and Estimating Software by Software Advice and GetApp. It’s also been recognized by ProRemodeler, G2, and Capterra for its outstanding performance. Eric’s impact goes beyond software development. He’s the host of Builder Stories, a podcast where he interviews contractors about their insights on success in the construction world. Eric has been named a finalist for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, Tech Titans Most Innovative CEO, and recognized by Inc. Magazine, the White House, and the United Nations for his entrepreneurial excellence and dedication to building thriving businesses.

Where you can find Eric Fortenberry during IBS:
Practical Strategies to Maximize Remodeling Margins

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