Dusty Birge is the CEO of Fast Forward and a driving force behind improving the reliability of America’s critical infrastructure. With a track record of building high-impact technology companies, Birge has positioned Fast Forward at the forefront of innovation in the electric utility sector — an industry that quite literally powers the entire nation. His work has helped transform outdated, fragmented inspection methods into streamlined, intelligent platforms that enable utilities to provide more reliable, resilient, and affordable power.
In an era where reliability is non-negotiable and preventable wildfires have burned millions of acres, Birge’s leadership stands out for its creativity and relentless execution. Under his direction, Fast Forward has become one of the fastest-growing startups in the industry and has quickly become a trusted partner to utilities across the country, quietly underpinning the systems that keep communities’ lights on.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:
- Consequences of America’s power infrastructure relying on outdated inspection and maintenance methods.
- How did Nebraska’s largest fire in history start.
- The Hidden Technology Race Behind Reliable Power.
- Why Rebuilding the Grid Requires More Than Hardware.
- How is Fast Forward helping utilities prevent disasters and strengthening the grid resilience nationwide.
- Why has the whole US power grid never been shut off.
about the show
Behind every construction site, repair shop, factory floor, and local business is an entrepreneur who built something real.
"America's Best Builders" is a cinematic business docuseries that shines a spotlight on the blue-collar founders and operators powering the real economy. These are the contractors, tradespeople, manufacturers, and business owners who built their companies through hard work, leadership, and relentless execution.
Each episode takes viewers inside the journey of a successful operator, revealing how they turned skills, grit, and determination into thriving businesses that employ teams, serve communities, and stand the test of time.
From construction firms and trucking companies to repair shops, manufacturing facilities, and service businesses, "America's Best Builders" celebrates the entrepreneurs who rolled up their sleeves, took the risks, and built something that lasts.
This is about the men and women who built real businesses, brick by brick, crew by crew, job by job.
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