Dinner Keynote Speaker
Curtis Rodgers
Partner, Brick & Mortar Ventures
Curtis Rodgers is an industrial technologist and investor at Brick & Mortar Ventures, with six years of construction process improvement experience at both Kiewit and McCarthy Construction — across federal, industrial, infrastructure, and commercial markets. Curtis founded The Society for Construction Solutions (SCS) in 2014, contributed to the NASA Centennial 3D Printed Habitat Challenge, and participated as a lecturer for the US Dept. of Energy's Project Leadership Institute.
Executive/C-Suite Track - Breakout Session I
Protecting Your Data: Deconstructing Cyber Security
Matt Scully, Sr. Channel Development Manager, Kaseya
Matt Scully utilizes his extensive Channel experience to foster existing MSP partnerships at Kaseya and develop new partnerships. Prior to Kaseya, Matt served in channel leadership roles at Datto, Mailprotector, and Redstor. He was responsible for developing and managing the company’s partner programs and overseeing marketing strategies for channel leaders to enhance customer satisfaction and expand their businesses.
Executive/C-Suite Track - Breakout Session II
AI Unleashed: Navigating Compliance
Moderator - Patrick Scarpati, ABC National
Kathy Humm, MS HR, Founder, NTP HR, LLC
Kathy Humm is a seasoned HR professional with over 15 years of experience. She founded NTP HR (Notice to Proceed with HR Solutions) in 2022 to help elevate human resources from transactional to strategic. Kathy has spent nine years in the construction space and understands what it takes to move the needle from transactional to strategic HR.
Bradford J. Kelley, Shareholder, Littler
Bradford Kelley is a Shareholder at Littler Mendelson and has a broad practice representing employers in labor and employment matters. He specializes in advising clients about emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.
Adam Handfinger, Co-Founder, Document Crunch
In addition to almost 25 years as a construction attorney, Adam is also Co-Founder of Document Crunch, a User-Facing Artificial Technology Platform, with industry-specific solutions designed to review and extract language from contracts, insurance policies, and other documents, saving users time and money as well as increasing the accuracy and effectiveness of the human review.
Management Track - Breakout Session I
Accessing Your Data: Making It Actionable through Business Insights & Intel
Patrick Hennessy, Director of Scheduling and Analytics, Harkins Builders
Patrick is an accomplished professional in the construction industry, currently serving as the Director of Scheduling and Analytics at Harkins Builders. Patrick has demonstrated expertise in project controls and digital transformation, contributing to the success of various projects in the DMV Area. Patrick's commitment to innovation is further highlighted by his concurrent position as Director of Project Controls and Digital Transformation at Construction Intelligence Solutions.
Management Track - Breakout Session II
How Will Artificial Intelligence Revolutionize Jobsite Automation?
Moderator - Matt Abeles, ABC National
Paul Hedgepath, Dir. of Virtual Construction, MJ Harris Construction
In Paul's role at M.J. Harris, he leads construction technology and BIM operations for all projects. His responsibilities include coordination with design teams, trades, owners, estimating, and teams in the field. This collaboration incorporates the use of 3D coordination and visualization, 4D schedule sequencing, 5D quantity and cost analysis, BIM-enabled facilities management, and lean construction.
Pat Keaney, Dir. of Product Mgmt - Intelligence, Autodesk
Pat Keaney is the Director, Product Management, Intelligence at Autodesk, where she leads the development of intelligence products for Autodesk Construction Solutions. She has over three decades of experience in cloud, mobile, and data-centric software across industries and platforms. As the founding leader of Autodesk’s machine learning tool, Construction IQ, Pat built a team and successfully delivered this product to the market for the company’s construction customers to manage project risk.
Jack Kwait-Blank, ConTech Manager, Coakley & Williams Construction
With an extensive background in project management, preconstruction/estimating, and quality control, Jack brings a diverse and holistic approach to construction and technology management. He provides strategic oversight, management, implementation, and training of all construction-related technologies, including Procore, and is responsible for the leadership and development of entry-level staff.
Tech for Beginners Track - Breakout Session I
Crash Course: Construction Technologies
Matt Abeles, VP of ConTech & Innovation, ABC National
Matt Abeles is the Vice President of Construction Technology and Innovation for ABC National. In his role, he is responsible for educating, and innovating ABC members nationally through multiple mediums. He is also collaborating with the tech community, especially in his effort with the tech alliance, to bring exclusive offerings, content, education, and resources to ABC’s members and chapters.
Patrick Scarpati, Dir. of ConTech & Innovation, ABC National
Patrick is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in construction tech. He previous role was Virtual Design and Construction Manager and Engineer at Harkins Builders, Inc. Patrick's career is characterized by a relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence in construction technology.
Tech for Beginners Track - Breakout Session II
Tech Trailblazers: How Small-Mid Firms Innovate
Moderator - Ronnie Kurlander, Hartman Executive Advisors
Jim Merritt, CEO, BMore Technology
Jim plays a pivotal role in shaping corporate strategy and vision, overseeing technical solutions implementation, and managing daily technical operations and project management. With over 13 years of experience in this position, Jim excels in coordinating and reviewing business development and sales activities, as well as establishing and managing partnerships with manufacturers and vendors.
Chris Barry, Const. Business Systems Manager, Southway Builders, Inc.
Chris is responsible for overseeing and optimizing construction business systems to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. Prior to this position, Chris served as a Project Manager for nearly eight years, where he successfully managed various construction projects in the Baltimore, Maryland area. With a proven track record of leadership and project management, Chris is dedicated to driving success and innovation in the construction industry.
Anna Gavin, President, Fireline
Anna Gavin is the third generation President of Fireline Corporation, a Baltimore based business specializing in the installation, design, and service of commercial fire protection equipment. Transitioning the company the past 13 years, Anna has focused on strategic planning, technical investments and employee development. In 2015 Anna became a founding investor in Valens Software, a construction and services ERP system in the fire protection industry.
Mini Tech Presentations
Three 15-minute attention-grabbing presentations on futuristic technology
Moderator - Jess Gillette, CPSM, ABC Virginia
Robotics
Ryan Pastor of BuildingPoint SouthEast, is the Emerging Construction Technology Business Leader at BuildingPoint SouthEast where he specializes in deploying Mixed Reality and Construction Robotics solutions to customers.
Our Summit attendees can't get enough, as this will be Ryan's THIRD time participating in our mini tech presentations! This year, he will focus on the HP SitePrint robot.
AI for Schedule Creation
Josh Kanner serves as the Sr. Director of Product & Strategy for Analytics & AI at Oracle. Josh is dedicated to advancing analytics solutions that predict and prevent risk throughout the lifecycle of construction projects.
In addition to his role at Oracle, Josh is a Venture Partner at Converge Venture Partners. For over eight years, he has provided capital and connections to tech entrepreneurs focusing on cutting-edge information technology ventures.
AI for Estimating
As the Head of Product Development at a contech startup, Johnny Maghzal leads the team at Togal.ai in pioneering cutting-edge software solutions for the construction industry. Leveraging artificial intelligence tools, particularly deep learning, Johnny and his team are dedicated to revolutionizing the construction sector with their innovative approach.
Guest Speakers & Moderators
Brian Calcagno, Industry Partnership Manager, Procore
Brian is dedicated to fostering industry partnerships and driving collaboration within the construction sector. Prior to his current position, Brian served as the Associate Industry Partnerships Manager at Procore, where he played a key role in developing strategic relationships within the industry. Through his leadership and dedication, Brian continues to make valuable contributions to Procore's mission of advancing construction technology and industry collaboration.
Speaking Day 2, Breakfast
Lorri Grayson, Partner & Founder, GGA Construction
Lorri is the founder and partner of GGA Construction in Middletown, Delaware. Since founding the business, she has led GGA to specialize in institutional, hospitality, medical and corporate office, mixed-use and multi-family housing projects. She provides guidance and oversight in estimating, budget options analysis, scheduling, and constructability reviews during preconstruction.
Speaking Day 1 & 2, Opening & Closing Remarks
Patrick Scarpati, Dir. of Contech & Innovation, ABC National
Patrick is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in construction tech. He previous role was Virtual Design and Construction Manager and Engineer at Harkins Builders, Inc. Patrick's career is characterized by a relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence in construction technology.
Moderating C-Suite/Executive Track -Breakout Session II (AI Unleashed: Navigating Compliance)
Matt Abeles, VP of Contech & Innovation, ABC National
Matt Abeles is the Vice President of Construction Technology and Innovation for ABC National. In his role, he is responsible for educating, and innovating ABC members nationally through multiple mediums. He is also collaborating with the tech community, especially in his effort with the tech alliance, to bring exclusive offerings, content, education, and resources to ABC’s members and chapters.
Moderating Management Track -Breakout Session II (How Will AI Revolutionize Jobsite Automation?)
Ronnie Kurlander, CIO, Real Estate Practice Lead, Hartman Executive Advisor
Ronnie is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Construction & Real Estate Practice Lead for Hartman Executive Advisors. He also sits on the ABC Greater Baltimore Technology Advisory Board. He is passionate about helping builders and designers transform communities.
Moderating Tech for Beginners Track - Breakout Session II (Tech Trailblazers: How Small-Mid Firms Innovate)
Jess Gillette, CPSM, Director of Communications & Marketing, ABC-VA
Jess has been part of the ABC Joint Tech Summit planning committee since its inception. She is passionate about technology, especially its ability to improve efficiency (ChatGPT is her BFF). In her free time, you can find her performing standup comedy throughout the DMV area, so expect a few zingers during this presentation!
Moderating Mini Tech Presentations