BigRentz names former Home Depot exec to board of directors

BigRentz, a US-based construction procurement software platform, has appointed former Home Depot chief strategy officer, Matt Schweickert, to its board of directors.

Matt Schweickert, BigRentz board of directors (Photo: LinkedIn)

The BigRentz digital platform simplifies the equipment rental and management process for 6,000 supplier partners representing 14,000 locations and customers across the country, the company says. Next, the firm plans to introduce AI-infused software solutions to drive cost savings, break down communication silos and operate across more industry verticals, including staffing and financial services, to address evolving market demands.

Schweickert’s career spans over two decades and is defined by his ability to scale global organizations and drive profitability, according to a release from BigRentz. While at The Home Depot, he simultaneously served as CSO, functional CFO for technology and chief product & user experience officer.

His efforts in integrating technology and data into operations enhanced Home Depot’s operational efficiencies and customer experience. He has since 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.”

Schweickert says, “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.”

BigRentz says its network covers 90% of the US population within a 30-minute drive and offers an 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.