2026 Leadership Summit

FORGE Ahead: Construction Leadership Summit

The 2026 Construction Leadership Summit delivers an evening of connection, inspiration, and practical leadership development for today’s construction professionals. The event opens with an optional 2-hour Pre-Summit Leadership Workshop designed specifically for Project Managers and Superintendents, providing hands-on tools to create flow, improve communication, and build stronger alignment across teams.

Following the workshop, the Summit brings together expert speakers who will share powerful, real-world insights on leading people well, navigating today’s construction challenges, and building healthy, high-performing teams. This experience is designed to help leaders elevate their influence, strengthen their approach, and return to their projects with actionable tools that create meaningful impact on and off the jobsite.


Summit Speakers & Master of Ceremonies

Master of Ceremonies — Jody Fuller
Nationally recognized speaker, storyteller, and humorist

Jody Fuller brings authenticity, humor, and heartfelt leadership insights shaped by his military service and life experiences. His engaging presence sets the tone for the Summit by creating connection, energy, and inspiration.

Featured Speaker — Adam Hoots
The Lean Builder & Construction ACHE Solutions

Adam Hoots is a champion of people-centered, respectful construction practices. Through his work with The Lean Builder movement, he helps project teams improve communication, strengthen collaboration, and create flow on the job site.

Featured Speaker — Matt Verderamo
Well Built Construction Consulting

Matt Verderamo specializes in communication, alignment, and trust-building within construction organizations. His work helps leaders build healthy cultures, enhance clarity, and strengthen performance across teams.


Pre-Summit Workshop for PMs and Superintendents

Leading People to Create a Flow Experience

Join us for a high-impact, 2-hour Pre-Summit Leadership Workshop designed exclusively for project managers and superintendents. Leading People to Create a Flow Experience equips construction leaders with practical tools to strengthen communication, reduce friction, and build real buy-in across their teams.

Through relatable jobsite examples and interactive exercises, participants will learn how to create clarity, surface issues early, and lead in ways that keep work flowing. This workshop provides field-ready strategies to build trust, remove barriers, and elevate team performance—all grounded in the understanding that true flow starts with people.

Registration Fee*: $100 per participant
Capacity: Limited to 50 attendees

*You may reserve your workshop seat when completing your Summit registration.

Summit Registration & Pricing

Secure your seat for the 2026 FORGE Ahead Construction Leadership Summit by choosing from the Early Bird or Final Pricing options below. Space is limited, and pricing increases monthly.

December Early Bird

  • Full Table (8 seats): $1,100
  • Half Table (4 seats): $660
  • Individual Seat: $165

January Early Bird

  • Full Table (8 seats): $1,320
  • Half Table (4 seats): $792
  • Individual Seat: $198

February Final Pricing

  • Full Table (8 seats): $1,540
  • Half Table (4 seats): $924
  • Individual Seat: $231

Ready to Register?

Click below to access the registration form and secure your table, half table, seat, or workshop add-on for the 2026 FORGE Ahead Construction Leadership Summit.