About STEVE
Professional Bio
Steve Fentriss is a highly accomplished software entrepreneur and visionary in the construction industry. With an unwavering passion for technological innovation, Steve has revolutionized the way enterprise payroll is managed within the construction sector.
With over two decades of experience in software development and an in-depth understanding of the construction industry’s unique needs, Steve identified a significant challenge that plagued construction payroll and finance stakeholders alike: the cumbersome and time-consuming task of manually calculating employee pay for Certified Payroll and union work.
Under Steve’s leadership, HCM TradeSeal’s visionary team developed a cutting-edge software platform that revolutionizes the pre-payroll management and reporting process. By harnessing the power of cloud technology and leveraging advanced algorithms, TradeSeal’s solution enables contractors to automate the complex calculations associated with Certified Payroll. This not only saves an immense amount of time but also minimizes the risk of errors, ensuring accurate compensation for employees while complying with regulatory requirements.
As co-founder and CEO of HCM TradeSeal, Steve has garnered widespread recognition for his groundbreaking contribution to the construction industry. TradeSeal’s innovative solution has empowered countless contractors, project managers, and construction professionals to streamline their operations, enhance productivity, and focus on their core business objectives.
Steve’s entrepreneurial journey began with a deep-rooted passion for technology and a commitment to solving real-world problems. Prior to founding his software company, he honed his skills and expertise while working with renowned software development firms, gaining invaluable insights into building scalable and robust solutions. Armed with this knowledge, he embarked on a mission to bridge the gap between technology and the construction industry, ultimately transforming the way construction businesses handle their payroll processes.
Beyond his technical achievements, Steve is known for his collaborative and forward-thinking leadership style. He fosters a culture of innovation within his organization, attracting top talent and inspiring them to push the boundaries of what is possible. His commitment to excellence, coupled with his unwavering dedication to customer success, has earned him the trust and admiration of clients and industry peers alike.
Steve Fentriss’ profound impact on the construction industry is a testament to his vision, expertise, and relentless pursuit of innovation. As a software entrepreneur, he continues to drive meaningful change, empowering construction businesses to thrive in an increasingly digital landscape. With his unwavering commitment to advancing the industry, Steve is poised to shape the future of construction technology, revolutionizing the way contractors manage their payroll processes.
Technology Background
Steve has over 20 years of software development experience and has created several full-stack web applications. Steve’s applications and designs are known for being extremely user friendly, while still delivering powerful enterprise functionality.
Career Transition
Steve made an unusual career decision to transition from software development to technical sales. By learning to apply his technical expertise to enterprise sales processes, Steve became a top sales performer before co-founding HCM TradeSeal.
Co-Founding of HCM TradeSeal
In 2020, Steve made the difficult decision to leave a promising sales position and co-founded HCM TradeSeal. Under Steve’s leadership, the bootstrapped company has doubled revenue during its early years of operation and is now securing Series A investor financing.
Leadership Style
Steve’s leadership and style is focused on collaboration, team building and technology innovation. Steve continues to expand his footprint within the Construction industry by collaborating with some of the best minds in Architecture, Engineering and Construction today.