Description

We know innovation can streamline business, but how do you implement it? In this panel discussion, leading contractors will share their experiences using research, collaborative development, and pilot programs. How to evaluate and deploy productivity software, train and empower workers and grow your market share will be discussed.

Speakers

• Moderated by Tauhira Ali

  NECA

  Tauhira Ali is a highly skilled technology strategist with more than 19 years of R&D and product design experience. As NECA’s Executive Director of Industry Innovation, she gathers insights from end users, industry experts, and tech providers to deliver awareness, education, and implementation strategies. Her work empowers the construction community to strategically leverage technical innovations and industry trends to overdrive process, productivity, and market share.

  Tauhira has held R&D positions in the computing, automotive, aerospace, robotics, construction, and public relations industries. Her product development work has influenced thousands of physical and digital solutions found on the jobsite. In addition to her passion for driving new solutions, Tauhira is deeply committed to expanding and empowering all voices within technical industries and has been honored to work closely with many affinity and mentorship groups to advocate and elevate all members of the workforce.

  

• Dennis Harter Sr.

  Kaiser Electric

  Starting as an apprentice in 1998, Dennis Harter Sr. quickly rose through the ranks to become a Journeyman Wireman, Foreman, and General Foreman. His dedication extended to serving in the Army, with two deployments for Operation Enduring Freedom.

  Returning in 2012, Dennis excelled in Estimating, Project Management, and Operations. In 2019, he became an owner, focusing on Operations and Team Development. Currently he is actively engaged in EJATC & NECA.
  

• Nick Rol

  Thompson Solutions

  With a journey spanning over two decades, Nick Rol entered the industry in November 2000. Graduating from IA JATC in 2007, his apprenticeship laid the foundation. Ten years of project management expertise paved the way, followed by two impactful years as Director of Electrical Service. A fixture in NECA history, he’s an NECA Innovation Institute alumnus, Chair of Iowa State University’s NECA chapter, Vice Chair of the Sioux City division, and a driving force in the Sioux City, IA JATC committee. Nick Rol’s legacy is one of continuous growth, leadership, and unwavering dedication to advancing the industry.

  

• Sheri Trzebiatowski

  ArchKey Solutions

  

• Kirk Wahlstrom

  Egan Company

  Kirk Wahlstrom earned his mechanical engineering degree from Northwestern University. Kirk has over 30 years of experience within the mechanical engineering industry. Past leadership roles include Building Automation Department Manager, Project Manager, and Group Manager. He is a strong sales professional who is well-versed in HVAC, operations, team building, energy efficiency, and management. Kirk is a strategic thinker, who focuses on the bigger picture. He brings his engineering background, personality, and mindset to bring the right resources together to build our community. Outside of work, Kirk enjoys cycling, swimming, and hiking our fantastic state and national parks with his family.