NIA’s 69th Annual Convention

April 28-30, 2025
Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort
Scottsdale, Arizona

 

Educational Sessions

Keynote Presentation: Together, We Are Limitless | Tuesday, April 29

How will you find the power of interdependence in your life? Jeremy Poincenot, a World Blind Golf Champion, shares his story to inspire everyone to take control of their lives and turn trauma into triumph. With a focus on the good, a few key insights, and determination, attendees will learn that  anything is possible. By the end of the session, Jeremy will convince you that independence is good, but interdependence is great!  

Speaker: Jeremy Poincenot, Blind Golf Champion

AI Innovations for the Construction Industry | Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly impacting the construction industry with technological solutions to improve efficiency and productivity. During this discussion the presenters will focus on how AI is improving project management, new AI tools to help with employee health and safety, how AI is impacting human resource departments, and the potential legal risks and compliance obligations of using AI in construction.

Speakers:
Pasha Amelia, Ph.D., P.E., Managing Director, Ankura
Kellen Shearin, Associate, Littler Mendelson P.C.

2025 Economic Outlook | Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Economic forecasts are constantly changing, and Chris Kuehl knows which trends to watch so that you know what to expect for the rest of 2025. Chris will share his expertise and provide a comprehensive overview of the latest data, along with his expectations for the various segments of the U.S. economy, focusing on the domestic construction industry spending for manufacturing, transportation, and the insulation sector. He will also share his perspective on the U.S. dollar, interest rates, real estate trends, and more.

Speaker: Chris Kuehl, Managing Director, Armada Corporate Intelligence

NIA’s Premier Industry Manufacturer Award Presentation 

NIA launched the Premier Industry Manufacturer Program to recognize and distinguish exemplary companies as industry advocates and leaders. Join us as we find out which NIA member companies will receive the Premier Industry Manufacturer recognition!

2024 Safety Excellence Award 

Join us as we recognize and congratulate the Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum winners of NIA’s Safety Excellence Award! This national award is the industry’s highest safety honor and recognizes top companies that have established structured safety programs to ensure the well-being of their employees and create safe working environments. Click here to learn more about NIA’s Safety Excellence Award.

NIA’s Business Session 

NIA’s active members (Contractors, Distributors, Fabricators, and Laminators) should plan to attend NIA’s Business Session, where they will vote on the new members of the Board of Directors.