2025 Construction Technology Expo

Join the General Building Contractors Association (GBCA) on Thursday, May 15th for the 8th Annual Construction Technology Expo, presented by Microsol Resources. This premier event is your gateway to the latest innovations in construction technology! Explore cutting-edge applications, platforms, products, and services while networking with industry leaders, tech enthusiasts, and construction technology experts.

This year, we’re thrilled to host the Expo at a NEW location with convenient on-site parking—making it even easier for you to attend!

Event Highlights

🔹 In-Person Speaker Series & Technology Exhibition Hall (9:00 AM – 4:15 PM)

🔹 CBIZ Happy Hour (3:15 PM – 4:15 PM)

🔹 2-Part Virtual Education Series (June)

Choose from multiple ticket options:

• Speaker Series & Happy Hour
• All-Access Pass (Includes Virtual Education Series)
• Virtual Education Series Only

Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of construction technology. Secure your tickets today and be part of an insightful, hands-on experience!

In-Person Speaker Series

Our one day, in-person speaker series will feature sessions highlighting the latest issues and trends in construction technology. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided.

8:30 AM: Registration Opens 

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: (Keynote Speaker Session) Beyond the Hype: The Cultural and Technological Evolution of Construction, Nathan Wood, Chief Enabling Officer, SpectrumAEC and Jeff Sample, ConTech Influencer, IronmanofIT

Session Description: Technology alone won’t transform the AEC industry—culture, process, and people must evolve alongside it. In this dynamic co-presentation, Nathan Wood and Jeff Sample will explore how to navigate the innovation hype cycle while driving meaningful cultural change. From historical lessons in disruptive technologies to strategies for preparing your organization for the decade ahead, we’ll examine the balance between digital transformation and maintaining the core values that make construction great. Expect real-world insights, cautionary tales, and actionable strategies to help you future-proof your business without falling victim to the next shiny object.

10:30 AM Dusty Robotics Live Demo

10:45 AM -11:45 AM: Build Smarter: Trade Partner's Role in Lean Construction using Robotic Layout, Scott Yohe, Vice-President of Construction Services, Dale Construction, LLC and Jon Yochum, Senior Solutions Consultant, Dusty Robotics

In this presentation, speakers from Dale Construction and Dusty Robotics will share lessons and best practices learned on Dale’s journey to a better layout workflow. Session attendees will:

• Understand why traditional, manual layout is in conflict with Lean principles and the risk to people, projects, and construction companies that results.
• Understand automated layout and multi-trade layout as connected innovations and how they function together to help align projects to Lean principles.
• Learn lessons and best practices from Dale Construction’s iterative process of improvement to their layout workflow, in the context of real project case studies.

11:45 AM - 12:45 PM: Lunch and Live Podcast with Nathan Wood, Chief Enabling Officer, SpectrumAEC and Jeff Sample, ConTech Influencer, IronmanofIT

12:45 PM - 1:45 PM: (Panel Discussion) Blueprints to Bedside – Using Technology to ease the transition from Construction to Maintenance 

Moderator : Brad Fuller, Informatics BIM Manager, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia 

Panelists:

• Mary Alcaraz, PE, LC, LEED AP, Senior Project Manager, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
• Paul Gabriel, Director of Project Controls & Analytics, LF Driscoll
• Randy Stoddard, LME, NFPA 99, NFPA 70, CHEPP, Electrical Supervisor, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
• Julian Wells, MBA, CHFM, Facilities Regulatory Coordinator, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

2:15 PM - 3:15 PM: AI for Practical Use, Charles Portelli, Digital Innovation Specialist, Perkins&Will, and Dareen Salama, Co-founder & CEO, Gryps

📢 More speaker sessions and details are coming soon!

Technology Exhibition and CBIZ Happy Hour  

All-Day Technology Exhibition - Discover groundbreaking tools and solutions from leading industry vendors.

CBIZ Happy Hour (3:15 PM – 4:15 PM) - After a day of learning, relax and connect over drinks and hors d’oeuvres. This is the perfect time to engage with exhibitors and fellow professionals in a laid-back setting.

Confirmed Exhibitors:   

• 21 Unified
• Alpha Infinity
• Bridge Cable
• CBIZ
• CLIMIT
• Constructable
• Dusty Robotics
• Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters
• IDS Drones, Inc. 
• IMAGINiT
• Microsol Resources
• Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp.
• Revizto
• Synergy Glass & Door Service, LLC
• Topcon Solutions   
• (More to be announced!)

Virtual Education Series

Expand your knowledge with a 2-part Virtual Education Series hosted by Microsol Resources. Perfect for those who want to continue learning after the in-person event.

1. Tech-Driven Project Management for Small Construction Teams                                                     Wednesday, June 4, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
2. Managing Multiple Projects: Multi-Project Scheduling and Coordination Tools                               Thursday, June 5, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Interested in Exhibiting?

For exhibitor opportunities, contact:

📩 Meg Ginsberg – mginsberg@gbca.com 

📩 Marybeth Gerdelmann – mgerdelmann@gbca.com 

All individuals registering and attending this event, by virtue of their registration or attendance, agree to GBCA’s Code of Conduct, Image Release, and Registration and Event Cancellation policies posted HERE.