Future-Proofing Your Business with Practical Innovation
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Session Type:
Convention Education
Location
MPW
Description
Staying ahead in the electrical industry means embracing technology and innovation-but where do you start, and how do you ensure long-term success? In this session, leading contractors will share proven strategies, real-world applications, and game-changing insights on applying innovation to drive efficiency, profitability, and business growth. You’ll walk away with practical steps to implement today and a clear vision for leveraging innovation to stay competitive for years to come.
Moderated by Jason Thurner.
Speakers
Jason Thurner
NECA
Jason focuses on empowering and revolutionizing the electrical industry by collaborating with industry partners to adopt best practices and new technology that tackles the problems, challenges, and threats facing the electrical industry today. With over 20 years of construction experience, Jason most recently focused on research, design, and engineering of heavy-duty construction equipment and building strategic business plans to apply disruptive innovation to the construction industry. He is passionate about leveraging innovation to support the development and success of the construction workforce.
Heath Blackburn
Wheeler Electric
Leah Mack
Allison-Smith Company
Max Gallaway
Max Electric
Max Gallaway is a seasoned leader in the electrical industry whose career began with early exposure to the business through his family. After gaining nearly a decade of experience with two leading electrical contractors, he joined his family’s company, Max Electric, Inc., where he has helped drive growth through a mix of industry expertise, innovation, and sales acumen. Max is actively involved with industry associations like AGC and NECA, contributing to boards, councils, and training committees that promote collaboration and advancement. A frequent speaker at national conferences, he shares insights on topics ranging from data center construction to subcontractor decision-making, offering a unique perspective on integrating technology, business strategy, and industry leadership.
Thomas Jacquemin
Sidney Electric
Tanner Venema
Skyline Electric