COVID-19 Stimulus Update
Oct 1, 2020 8:10am ‐ Oct 1, 2020 9:00am
Identification: 1
RubinBrown will provide an up to date summary and/or recap of rules and programs available to contractors related to stimulus/credits associated with the COVID 19 and the current economic environment. We anticipate changes between now and the date of the conference and Tony will adapt the presentation to reflect the most recent environment.
Improving Profitability for Contractors
Oct 1, 2020 9:30am ‐ Oct 1, 2020 10:20am
Identification: 2
There are many aspects of being a profitable contractor. Some everybody does. Some we focus on routinely. Some we pay no attention to and some we have not even thought of. Some we tried and gave up on and some we cannot get the rest of the organization on board with.
This presentation is intended to look at many of those and offer new thoughts on implementing, improving or reinvigorating profit strategies.
This presentation is intended to look at many of those and offer new thoughts on implementing, improving or reinvigorating profit strategies.
Government Contracting Entry Considerations and Guidance COVID-19 Stimulus Update
Oct 1, 2020 9:30am ‐ Oct 1, 2020 10:20am
Identification: 3
Many contractors frequently debate whether to become a government contractor. Government contractors can provide service to Federal, State, Municipal, and other special government entities. The obvious attraction is consistent cash flow, recurring work, and a potential stable owner. However, there is a tremendous shift in compliance, cost, and investment near-term and long-term to achieve adequacy. This presentation will cover many different aspects that are not often discussed. Change management and investment may become overwhelming and detrimental without leadership, employee buy-in, and commitment to people, process, systems, technology, and data management.
Can You See Me Now - Construction Data Visualization
Oct 1, 2020 12:10pm ‐ Oct 1, 2020 1:00pm
Identification: 4
During this session we will discuss how to take the data in your business systems and use data visualization to tell a story, for learning, and to make business decisions.
Using current technology like Power BI you can present your users with self service data and a single source of truth, no matter what ERP system you are using.
So come join us and learn to see your data in a whole new way.
Using current technology like Power BI you can present your users with self service data and a single source of truth, no matter what ERP system you are using.
So come join us and learn to see your data in a whole new way.
Effective Management Strategies for Economic Change
Oct 1, 2020 1:10pm ‐ Oct 1, 2020 2:00pm
Identification: 5
This presentation provides the results of a recent research project in Economic Downturn Strategies. The research was a delphi-methods study, and included 60+ Construction Finance panelists, including CFO's, Controllers, Surety Agents, and CPA's from around the country. Results of the study provide insight into highly effective strategies for navigating economic downturns and what to do to prepare when the economy is growing.
Leading Through the Storm- Does your Strategy Pass the Stress Test?
Oct 1, 2020 2:30pm ‐ Oct 1, 2020 3:20pm
Identification: 6
Construction companies have long been known for their true grit and determination to get things done. In times of tremendous change, this true grit takes on a whole new meaning, especially when it comes to getting the “right” things done. Is your strategy stress proof? Are you laser focused on the right things for all stakeholders? This session will assist you in taking a closer look at your strategy to identify the critical few priorities for a stress proof approach.
The Hard Market is Here - Why Group Captives Succeed in these Market Conditions
Oct 1, 2020 3:30pm ‐ Oct 1, 2020 4:20pm
Identification: 7
As the Property & Casualty market continues to harden -- influenced by an upward trend in pricing since approximately middle of 2017 -- there has been a growing interest in the utilization of captive programs.
This session will look at the industry loss drivers that are impacting the overall pricing, the captive market outlook and the benefits of a group captive program and the value in a hardening market.
This session will look at the industry loss drivers that are impacting the overall pricing, the captive market outlook and the benefits of a group captive program and the value in a hardening market.
WIP Your Operating Cash Flows into Shape
Oct 1, 2020 3:30pm ‐ Oct 1, 2020 4:20pm
Identification: 8
During this presentation we’ll discuss:
• Ways to identify and mitigate barriers to cash flow forecasting
• Using technology to monitor KPI’s like margin fade, job borrow, and days of cash on hand and other industry leading cash KPI's.
• How to turn your WIP into a cash management tool
• Ways to identify and mitigate barriers to cash flow forecasting
• Using technology to monitor KPI’s like margin fade, job borrow, and days of cash on hand and other industry leading cash KPI's.
• How to turn your WIP into a cash management tool
The Next Safety Frontier - Suicide Prevention and Mental Wellness
Oct 2, 2020 7:00am ‐ Oct 2, 2020 8:30am
Identification: 9
Recent CDC reports confirm that the construction industry carries a much higher incidence of worker suicide deaths than the national average. This session will explore the "why construction" by identifying many of the risks our workforce face and the warning signs to help identify when someone is at risk. We will also explore how the workplace and its safety culture can help mitigate these risks as well as provide resources to our workers. Awareness is the first step in changing these statistics, and this session will focus on awareness and open the door to dialogue on this critical safety topic.
Update from the Hill - retirement plan issues for the construction industry
Oct 2, 2020 8:40am ‐ Oct 2, 2020 9:30am
Identification: 10
This session will provide attendees an overview of key legislative and regulatory issues surrounding retirement plans. Construction companies have unique workforce demographics and Kristen will provide her insight and experience working with key federal policy makers and how new laws and regulations may impact construction companies and their retirement plans.