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Hi, I'm Ville,

and this is our story.
In 2023, after years of building and scaling companies, I decided it was time for a break. I had just taken my previous company from $0 revenue to 8-figures, and the idea of a long sabbatical seemed like the perfect way to unwind.



But for someone like me—who relocated from Finland to his country of dreams, and thrived on building companies with great people who have a sense of urgency and a drive to get things done—the reality of stepping away wasn’t as fulfilling as I’d hoped. In fact, it got very boring very fast.
That’s when Chris Nations reached out with an idea. He pitched a software solution aimed at addressing a critical issue in capital project management.
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His insight was sharp: every capital project is shaped by thousands of decisions, yet so many of these decisions are based on misaligned communication and outdated information.



Project managers are forced to use several segregated and outdated tools, which is not just tedious and inefficient but also highly error-prone. As a result, projects often run over budget, fall behind schedule, and struggle with compliance.
I did my own research and confirmed Chris’s observations. The problem was widespread and needed a modern solution. That’s when we decided to create PRIVV.



PRIVV isn’t just another project management tool; it’s like having a personal project management guru who knows everything about your projects. We designed it to replace broken spreadsheets, outdated legacy systems, and cumbersome reporting processes.



PRIVV empowers Owners to build with confidence, making collaboration and accountability automatic. It keeps projects on track, on budget, and in compliance, all while increasing efficiency across the board.
Since launching PRIVV, we’ve seen rapid adoption and success. We’ve built a tool that’s transforming how educational institutions manage their capital projects.



Coming back to the world of growth and innovation has reaffirmed my passion for solving real, pressing problems. In hindsight, I’m extremely glad the sabbatical wasn’t for me because the market truly needed the critical solution we’ve built.
If you’re ready to transform the way your projects are managed and ensure success from start to finish, please reach out, and let’s build something extraordinary. Together.
CEO & Co-Founder
Owner
Hi, I'm Ville,

and this is our story.
In 2023, after scaling a previous company from zero to eight figures, it was time to step back and recharge. That break didn’t last long. Building has always been core to the journey—whether crafting software or working hands-on in construction, which started on job sites in the early days.

Then came a call from Chris Nations, President of a firm leading university stadium renovations. In that conversation, he said something that stuck:

"Construction is so much more than just design and contracting."

He was right.

Long before drawings are made or contracts are signed, Owners and their Representatives are deep in critical work—evaluating feasibility, securing capital funding, building multi-year capital plans, navigating stakeholder alignment, and ensuring projects serve long-term institutional goals. It’s strategic, complex, and constant.

But there was a problem

The software supporting this work was either non-existent or completely inadequate. Disconnected spreadsheets, outdated systems, and legacy tools left teams reactive, exposed to budget overruns, compliance risks, and project delays.

Across the U.S., these inefficiencies contribute to over $280 billion in annual waste in capital project delivery.
Hi, I'm Ville,

and this is our story.
In 2023, after scaling my last company from $0 to 8-figures, I figured it was time to recharge. I got my hands back on the tools, finished building my camper van, and realized I still want to build for a bigger audience.

Construction has always been part of my DNA. My first job was working on construction sites. Since then, I’ve stayed close to the industry, surrounded by friends and peers who build, develop, and run construction businesses. I’ve seen the challenges up close.

In summer 2023, I met Chris Nations, President of a firm leading university stadium renovations. In our first meeting, he said something that stuck:

‍"Construction is so much more than just design and contracting."

He was right.

Long before drawings are made or contracts are signed, Owners and their Representatives are deep in critical work—evaluating feasibility, securing capital funding, building multi-year capital plans, navigating stakeholder alignment, and ensuring projects serve long-term institutional goals. It’s strategic, complex, and constant.

But there was a problem

The software supporting this work was either non-existent or completely inadequate. Disconnected spreadsheets, outdated systems, and legacy tools left teams reactive, exposed to budget overruns, compliance risks, and project delays.

Across the U.S., these inefficiencies contribute to over $280 billion in annual waste in capital project delivery.

He was right.

Before a single drawing gets made or a contract signed, Owners and their Representatives spend years laying the groundwork. They evaluate feasibility, secure capital funding, conduct stakeholder engagement, build multi-year capital plans, prioritize needs across the campus or institution, align projects with strategic goals, seek board approvals, and develop capital allocation strategies. All while trying to stay ahead of shifting priorities, compliance requirements, and budget realities.

Problem

What I found was staggering: Owners and Reps were completely underserved by modern software, especially during the earliest and most critical stages of capital improvement projects. Projects are driven by misaligned, outdated, and scattered tools - leading to disputes, budget overruns, and costly delays.

These inefficiencies contribute to over $280 billion in annual waste in capital project delivery across the U.S. alone.

That's why
PRIVV was built.

PRIVV is the only platform designed specifically for the Owner’s journey, from inception and capital planning and allocation to construction execution and closeout, giving Owners total visibility and control over their projects and portfolios.
Since launch, PRIVV has already managed billions in projects for institutions like Penn State, Florida State, and several top CM/PM advisory firms.

By bringing together clarity, control, and modern software into one system, PRIVV is helping Owners build more effectively with fewer risks and stronger outcomes.
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That’s when Chris Nations reached out with an idea. He pitched a software solution aimed at addressing a critical issue in capital project management.
‍
His insight was sharp: every capital project is shaped by thousands of decisions, yet so many of these decisions are based on misaligned communication and outdated information.



Project managers are forced to use several segregated and outdated tools, which is not just tedious and inefficient but also highly error-prone. As a result, projects often run over budget, fall behind schedule, and struggle with compliance.
I did my own research and confirmed Chris’s observations. The problem was widespread and needed a modern solution. That’s when we decided to create PRIVV.



PRIVV isn’t just another project management tool; it’s like having a personal project management guru who knows everything about your projects. We designed it to replace broken spreadsheets, outdated legacy systems, and cumbersome reporting processes.



PRIVV empowers Owners to build with confidence, making collaboration and accountability automatic. It keeps projects on track, on budget, and in compliance, all while increasing efficiency across the board.
Since launching PRIVV, we’ve seen rapid adoption and success. We’ve built a tool that’s transforming how educational institutions manage their capital projects.



Coming back to the world of growth and innovation has reaffirmed my passion for solving real, pressing problems. In hindsight, I’m extremely glad the sabbatical wasn’t for me because the market truly needed the critical solution we’ve built.
If you’re ready to transform the way your projects are managed and ensure success from start to finish, please reach out, and let’s build something extraordinary. Together.
CEO & Co-Founder

The mission is simple

To empower our customers to build a better world by providing the best cloud-based solutions for capital project and program management.
Thank you for being part of the journey.
We are building for you.
Ville Houttu
- CEO & CO-Founder
Over $4B in capital projects managed.

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