Tax Roundtable

Oct 17, 2019 2:45pm ‐ Oct 17, 2019 4:00pm

Identification: 22

Interactive panel/participant program addressing hot issues relative to income tax strategies and techniques, procedures to adopt and adapt to changes with focus on questions from conference participants.


Talent Roundtable

Oct 17, 2019 2:45pm ‐ Oct 17, 2019 4:00pm

Identification: 21

What do most construction companies continue to state as their number one issue? Talent recruitment and retention. In this Roundtable, the moderator will solicit discussion from the participants regarding challenges they are facing, unique solutions and best practices. We will discuss all areas of talent – skilled trades, project management, administration and operations. Participants should come prepared with 2-3 questions or observations to share with the others in the Roundtable.


Accounting Roundtable

Oct 17, 2019 2:45pm ‐ Oct 17, 2019 4:00pm

Identification: 23

This will be a thought provoking roundtable format discussing the accounting issues and the implementation challenges facing construction industry financial professionals. We will cover many terms/concepts like relevance, applicability, significance, materiality, acceptance and consistency. At the same time putting to rest; rumors, hearsay and conjecture we have heard from our peers and colleagues especially at gatherings around the so called watering hole.


Transitions Roundtable

Oct 17, 2019 2:45pm ‐ Oct 17, 2019 4:00pm

Identification: 24

We intend to facilitate a conversation about transitioning equity and leadership in construction companies from either one generation to another or simply to another owner or owners. Valuations, buy-sells, financing methods and other related topics will likely be discussed in this interactive session.


General Session 4: FASB Update for the Construction Industry

Oct 18, 2019 6:45am ‐ Oct 18, 2019 8:00am

Identification: 25

New and upcoming accounting standards are changing financial reporting but how will they affect the construction industry? How the FASB is helping industry stakeholders successfully implement major new standards, including leases. This session will provide an overview of key projects on the FASB’s agenda.


Financial Markets Update

Oct 18, 2019 8:20am ‐ Oct 18, 2019 9:35am

Identification: 26

Find out more about the overall state of the economy and financial markets and how best to structure your investment strategy. Topics will include discussions on the stock market, interest rates, individual stocks, and selected investment ideas for the balance of 2019 and into 2020.


Opportunity Zones

Oct 18, 2019 8:20am ‐ Oct 18, 2019 9:35am

Identification: 27

Learn how the new Opportunity Zone tax incentive for investors can be an effective way to raise capital for your business and for the projects and operating businesses of your clients. This session will cover the rules and mechanics of OZ and dive into issues that particularly apply to the construction industry so you leave the session understanding the basics and whether/how OZ could benefit you and your clients.


Rise of the Machine Age in Construction

Oct 18, 2019 8:20am ‐ Oct 18, 2019 9:35am

Identification: 28

How technology creates opportunities and challenges in Construction Risk Management - Offsite Fabrication/Modularization - Digital Twinning - Wearable Technology - Advancements in Drone Use.


Getting your Pay Practices in Line with the 2020 Market

Oct 18, 2019 8:20am ‐ Oct 18, 2019 9:35am

Identification: 29

No matter what 2020 has in store for construction, the competition for great employees remains intense. By building and maintaining competitive pay programs, the goals of retaining and motivating key employees, as well as attracting exceptional employees, need to be met. This session addresses current pay trends, strategies to recruit and retain critical talent, and the planning necessary to maintain a solid compensation program.


Financial Markets Update (Repeat of Session 26)

Oct 18, 2019 9:55am ‐ Oct 18, 2019 11:10am

Identification: 30

Find out more about the overall state of the economy and financial markets and how best to structure your investment strategy. Topics will include discussions on the stock market, interest rates, individual stocks, and selected investment ideas for the balance of 2019 and into 2020.