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Our Company

A family of professionals building great technology since 2001.

A BRIEF HISTORY

Texas A&M University

2001

Founded out of a Texas A&M University dorm room by James Benham, father Jim Benham, and best friend Sebastian Costa.

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2004

Began working with first insurance industry client to build an enterprise risk management solution.

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2006

Developed the SmartBid construction bid software product for commercial general contractors.

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2009

Developed the SmartCompliance online certificate of insurance tracking software product for risk managers.

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2012

Developed the SmartReality augmented and virtual reality wearable and mobile app for construction project visualization.

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2013

Established the JBKLabs research & development team for investigating and implementing emerging technology.

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2015

Developed the SmartInsight online construction network to help construction companies find, qualify and connect with contractors for project opportunities.

Consulting Services

2016

Added Consulting division to help transform AEC companies struggling with technology strategy, selection and adoption.

The ConTechCrew Podcast

2016

Launched the first construction technology podcast, The ConTechCrew, to talk with industry experts and influencers.

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2018

Continuing to expand global network of clients, offices and geeks, but still headquartered in College Station, Texas.

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2018

SmartBid construction bid software and SmartInsight subcontractor network acquired by ConstructConnect.

TerraClaim

2019

Launched TerraClaim, a risk management software for property & casualty insurance that combines claims management and benchmarking. The all-in-one system streamlines processes for adjusters and continues to grow in popularity.

InsureTech Geek Podcast

2019

The InsureTechGeek podcast goes live! The InsureTechGeek hosted by James Benham, is a weekly podcast featuring the innovators using technology to change the insurance industry!

WHY INSURANCE & CONSTRUCTION?

A question we hear often is “Why does JBKnowledge specialize in technology for insurance and construction?” The journey into insurance technology services began when they recognized an opportunity to apply their expertise in technology to provide software, IT, consulting, and other services for the insurance industry. With the ever-changing landscape of claims management, billing, compliance, and other facets of the industry, insurance can be improved with technology – we wanted to help!

JBKnowledge entered the construction industry a few years later in 2006, when we developed the bid management software, SmartBid. Upon entering the construction industry with SmartBid, we noticed construction is slow to adopt technology and set out to navigate the obstacles stopping companies from using construction technology. JBKnowledge created The ConTech Roadshow, Annual Construction Technology Report, and weekly podcast The ConTechCrew to promote construction technology education and tech adoption to the masses. We have since added consulting services to assist companies with their technology transformation.

Our goal is to make the world a more tech-savvy place, insurance and construction are simply where we started.

Where We Work

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We are headquartered in Texas, with additional offices in South America and South Africa. Our team of nearly 200 developers, designers, consultants, customer service agents, marketers, business development managers and many others work to develop information technology solutions for insurance and construction companies around the world. From America’s largest independent third party administrator (TPA) to construction companies in the UK, Australia and Persian Gulf, our clients are changing the world, and our family of employees build the technology to support their efforts.

Executive Team

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JAMES BENHAM

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Co-Founder and CEO James Benham has been developing information technology since the age of 11 and running a business since the age of 14. James received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting in 2001 and a Master of Science in Management Information Systems in 2002 from Texas A&M University and also serves as a City Councilman for Bryan/College Station. James speaks around the world on the future of information technology in construction, insurance and risk management Learn more at jamesbenham.com

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JIM BENHAM

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

Co-Founder and Executive Vice President James T. “Jim” Benham has owned and led five companies over the past thirty two years. He brings his experience with manufacturing and service companies, along with extensive financial planning and management skills, to the JBKnowledge team. Jim received his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Louisiana State University in 1965.

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SEBASTIAN COSTA

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

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Sebastian and James met in high school computer class and co-founded JBKnowledge with the help of James’ dad in their final year of university. Sebastian has been critical to JBKnowledge’s development and growth as an organization by leading the operations behind the development, marketing, sales and support of our services and products. Sebastian received his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Nicholls State University in 2001.

Leadership Team

JBKnowledge Vice President, Products Diego Heinrich

DIEGO HEINRICH

Vice President, Products

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German Mauriño Services Division Director

GERMAN MAURIÑO

Vice President, Insurance Services

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Pablo Landriel Creative Director

PABLO LANDRIEL

Vice President, Creative

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Mauricio Costa Facilities Director

MAURICIO COSTA

Vice President, Administration

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Our Awards

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LSU 100 fastest growing tiger businesses 2013 honoree award
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Contruction Junkie's Best Construction Podcast of 2016 Award
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JBKnowledge is a family of professionals building great technology for Insurance and Construction since 2001. Our team of consultants, analysts, developers and designers help companies build the technology they need to stay competitive - and help them find their inner geek along the way.

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