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Presentations are available for registered NIA Convention attendees. These presentations are intended to be used only for reference and may not be reproduced or altered in any way, including for use in presentations, without permission from NIA.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please contact NIA at events@insulation.org<\/a> if you have any questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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AI Innovations for the Construction Industry: Click here to view the presentation<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"\"\"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 1management, 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.<\/p>\n

Speakers:
\n<\/strong>Pasha Ameli, Ph.D., P.E., Managing Director, Ankura
\nKellen Shearin, Associate Attorney, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC<\/p>\n

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Practical Guide to Industrial Sound Control<\/strong>: Click here to view the presentation<\/a>
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\"\"This session will provide a practical overview of sound fundamentals and dive into key sound performance measures such as absorption, transmission loss, and insertion loss. Explore the nuances of pipe and duct insertion loss testing using ASTM and ISO standards to help you better understand how to effectively manage noise in future projects.<\/p>\n

Speaker:
\n<\/strong>Kevin Herreman, Principal Acoustic Scientist, Owens Corning<\/p>\n

Industry Sessions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

Associates (Manufacturers) Session
\n<\/strong>Using Technology to Improve Workplace Culture and Hiring Strategies<\/strong>: Click here to view the presentation<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

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With a focus on leveraging artificial intelligence and other technologies to enhance hiring practices and workplace culture, this session will explore innovative strategies and the latest trends in talent acquisition and employee retention. Gina Miller will share solutions to labor shortages and skills gaps and also delve into how technology can be utilized to achieve organizational goals.<\/p>\n

Speaker:
\n<\/strong>Gina Miller, Chief People Officer, Arizona State University (ASU) Enterprise Partners<\/p>\n

Distributors\/Fabricators Session:
\nInnovative Benefits and Compensation Trends in to Maximize Value<\/strong>: Click here to view the presentation<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Explore strategies for aligning compensation plans with company goals, and leave this session with the tools to design and implement compensation structures that drive performance and reward productivity for your business. You will gain practical insights into setting up flexible bonus structures and compensation plans that are designed to motivate and reward performance, particularly for sales and project managers.<\/p>\n

Speaker:
\n<\/strong>Brett Addis, Practice Director, Human Capital Advisory, Moss Adams<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Health and Safety:
\nOSHA Legal and Regulatory Update<\/strong>: Click here to view the presentation<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Don\u2019t fall behind on the latest regulatory initiatives impacting Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). This session will explore the implications of new OSHA enforcement policies on whistleblower violations, IBI, SST, and the revamped SVEP program and how they will impact employers. Delve into the legal landscape regarding independent contractor definitions, joint employer classifications, and MOUs between NLRB, EEOC, and DOL, requiring revisions to employment and safety policies and practices. Come away with an understanding of the impact of OSHA rules on HazCom revision, workplace violence, emergency responders, crystalline silica, and heat illness prevention.<\/p>\n

Speaker:
\n<\/strong>Adele L. Abrams, Attorney, Littler Mendelson PC<\/p>\n

Union Contractors Subcommittee:
\n<\/strong>CBA Negotiations, Grievances, and Arbitration in Today's Construction Landscape<\/strong>: Click here to view the presentation\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Learn about the latest strategies for navigating the complexities of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) in the construction industry, including current trends to help your company effectively prepare for negotiations and leverage key data points. Matt will share his legal insights and practical tools for managing grievances efficiently and navigating the arbitration process successfully.<\/p>\n

Speaker:<\/strong>
\nMatthew Marcellis, Attorney, Management Guidance, LLP<\/p>\n

Merit Contractor Session:
\n<\/strong>Innovative Compensation Strategies to Attract and Retain Top Talent: Click here to view the presentation<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Explore innovative, tax-efficient benefits and compensation trends, and learn how to design performance-based pay structures that drive productivity, retention, and profitability. You will see how real-time time-tracking technologies (e.g., Exact Time, AboutTime, WorkMax) improve payroll accuracy, compliance, and labor cost insights. Leave with a roadmap for compensation plans that attract and retain top talent, optimize project profitability, and leverage technology for greater efficiency.<\/p>\n

Speaker:
\n<\/strong>Brett Addis, Practice Director, Human Capital Advisory, Moss Adams<\/p>\n

Young Professionals <\/strong>Advisory Committee Session:
\nAI and Sustainability in Construction<\/span>: <\/strong>Click here to view the presentatio<\/strong>n<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n

\"\"Discover actionable ways AI is reshaping sustainability in the construction industry, such as optimizing material usage, revolutionizing recycling, and predicting building maintenance needs, which translate directly to reduced waste, lower costs, and a smaller environmental footprint. Pasha will also emphasize the importance of responsible AI implementation, strategies to avoid common mistakes, and how to minimize risk.<\/span><\/p>\n

Speaker:
\n<\/strong>Pasha Ameli, Ph.D., P.E., Managing Director, Ankura<\/p>\n

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