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19th Annual Conference
THURSDAY, October 30, 2025
Renaissance Arlington Capital View
2800 S Potomac Ave, Arlington, VA 22202
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2024 SUMMARY AGENDA
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2025 agenda (under construction)
Registration & Buffet Breakfast
7:30-8:30 AM
First-time Attendee Meet & Greet (pre-registration required)
7:45-8:15 AM
Welcome Remarks & Safety Moment
8:30-8:45 AM
Presented By
Sarah Forrest, Hensel Phelps
Morning Motivation
8:50-9:15 AM
Description
Presented By
2025 In Review: A State of the Market and Outlook for 2026
9:20-10:00 AM
Description
The construction pipeline begins long before a shovel is put in the ground. This session will examine the key trends, challenges and opportunities that are shaping the industry—like the cyclical nature of market downturns, workforce shortages, market volatility and innovation. Industry leaders will share how their organizations are adapting to these challenges and preparing for the year ahead.
Speakers
Break
10:00-10:20 AM
Breakout Sessions
10:25-11:15 AM
Sponsored and Presented by Aligned data centers
Sponsored and Presented by ankura
Sponsored and Presented by aon
Sponsored and Presented by Cozen O'Connor
Sponsored and Presented by hinckley allen
Sponsored and Presented by Whiting-Turner
TITLE
10:25 - 11:15 AM
Breakout+ Session Sponsored and Presented by hensel phelps
Speakers
Lunch & Networking
11:20 AM-12:30 PM
keynote title
12:30 - 1:15 PM
keynote description
presented by
Your Leadership Toolbox
1:20-2:10 PM
Description
Speakers
Moderated by: Joanna Kozlowski, Resolute Consulting
Break
2:10-2:20 PM
Breakout Sessions
2:25-3:15 PM
Sponsored and Presented by Aligned data centers
Sponsored and Presented by ankura
Sponsored and Presented by aon
Sponsored and Presented by Cozen O'Connor
Sponsored and Presented by hinckley allen
Sponsored and Presented by Whiting-Turner
TITLE
2:25-3:15 PM
Breakout+ Session Sponsored and Presented by hensel phelps
Speakers
Break
3:20-3:40 PM
Hard Hats, Big Dreams: Inspiring Stories from Women Business Owners
3:45-4:20 PM
Description
Hear directly from trailblazing women business owners who are reshaping the construction industry. In this session, a panel of leaders will share their entrepreneurial journeys — the challenges they've overcome, the lessons they've learned, and the successes they've built. Their inspiring stories highlight resilience, innovation, and leadership, offering valuable insights for anyone looking to grow a business, lead a team, or drive change in the construction sector.
Speakers
Moderated by: Stephen Seeger, Cozen O'Connor
Closing Remarks
4:20pm
Presented By
Sarah Pearlstein, Seneca Group
Cocktail Reception Immediately Following
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