Matt Schweickert has joined the Board of Directors of the construction procurement software platform company BigRentz. He brings a deep understanding of strategy from a career of over two decades and roles from The Home Depot and Resident (a house of direct-to-consumer brands in the home furnishing industry) driving technology-enabled growth and improving operational efficiency.
He joins the board as BigRentz continues its effort to transform into one of the construction industry's most technology-forward platforms. Recntly, the company stated that they have already simplified the complex equipment and rental management process for 6,000 supplier partners which represent 14,000 locations and customers across the country. The firm plans to introduce AI-infused software solutions to further drive cost savings, break down communication silos and operate across more industry verticals, including staffing and financial services, to address evolving market demands.
From the announcement:
Schweickert's career is marked by his ability to scale global organizations and measurably drive profitability. At The Home Depot, he simultaneously served as Chief Strategy Officer, Functional CFO for Technology and Chief Product & User Experience Officer. In that role, he led the strategy and execution efforts to acquire and build The Home Depot’s large equipment rental business. His efforts in integrating technology and data into operations, significantly enhanced Home Depot’s operational efficiencies and customer experience. He has subsequently been involved in advising, scaling and helping drive liquidity events for several start-ups across retail, technology as well as the home, health and wellness categories.
"Matt’s addition to our board is a pivotal moment for BigRentz," said Scott Cannon, CEO of BigRentz. "His real-world experience leveraging technology to measurably drive growth in leadership positions at some of our industry’s biggest players aligns perfectly with our vision to transform the equipment rental and construction industry overall. With Matt’s guidance, we are poised to offer more customers with solutions that reduce the cost of renting and managing equipment, secure financing and connect with staff."
"I’m excited to join the great team at BigRentz and help drive their efforts to bring technology, transparency and efficiency to the large and important equipment rental industry,” said Schweickert.
Schweickert's broad experience spans various industries, including retail, SaaS data & analytics, and financial technology. His strategic insights and leadership will be invaluable as BigRentz continues its journey toward becoming a comprehensive software provider and industry leader.
BigRentz’s network covers 90% of the U.S. population within a 30-minute drive and offers an extensive array of equipment categories, including aerial platforms such as scissor lifts, material handling tools like forklifts, heavy and earthmoving machinery and cranes. Additionally, the company offers job site services, including dumpsters, generators and light towers.
