Your Guide to the 2025 FORGE Ahead Construction Leadership Summit!

The FORGE Ahead Construction Leadership Summit is focused on developing the next generation of leadership in our region. The event is targeting middle to upper management like foreman and superintendents to develop them first to successful individuals, and then successful leaders for our companies and community.

Keynote Speaker

We’re excited to welcome Aaron Witt, CEO and Founder of BuildWitt, as our keynote speaker for the Leadership Summit! Aaron is a dynamic leader and industry innovator dedicated to advancing skilled trades and inspiring the next generation of builders. With his passion for storytelling and firsthand experience in construction, Aaron will share insights on leadership, teamwork, and building a stronger future. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the most influential voices in the industry!

Title Sponsor Spotlight

For the second year in a row, we are thrilled to announce that Thompson Machinery has proudly taken on the prestigious role of Title Sponsor for our upcoming Leadership Summit. Their unwavering commitment and support significantly strengthens our mission to foster leadership, collaboration, and growth within the community.

Leadership Summit Pricing Structure

Take advantage of early bird pricing to secure your spot at the Leadership Summit! Each ticket or table purchase includes seating and a cup with 20 raffle tickets, giving attendees the chance to win exciting prizes. Raffle tickets empower each individual to choose which prizes they want to enter, giving them full control to allocate their chances—whether they concentrate all their tickets on one prize or distribute them across multiple options.

Pricing Schedule

January 1st – 15th

  • $1000 = Table of 8 (8 seats, 8 cups with 20 raffle tickets each)
  • $500 = Half-table of 4 (4 seats, 4 cups with 20 raffle tickets each)
  • $125= Individual ticket (1 seat, 1 cup with 20 raffle tickets

January 16th – 31st

  • $1200 = Table of 8 (8 seats, 8 cups with 20 raffle tickets each)
  • $600 = Half-table of 4 (4 seats, 4 cups with 20 raffle tickets each)
  • $150 = Individual ticket (1 seat, 1 cup with 20 raffle tickets)

February 1st – 28th

  • $1400 = Table of 8 (8 seats, 8 cups with 20 raffle tickets each)
  • $700 = Half-table of 4 (4 seats, 4 cups with 20 raffle tickets each)
  • $175 = Individual ticket (1 seat, 1 cup with 20 raffle tickets

At the Event

Want more chances to win? Additional cups with 20 raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the event for $50 each.

Registration

Seats are limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow!

👉 CLICK HERE to Register

Payment Methods

Choose the payment method that works best for you! We accept debit/credit cards, PayPal, Venmo, or payment by check. If paying by check, simply request an invoice during registration, and we’ll provide the details needed to complete your payment.

Proceeds from table and seat sales not only help fund this event, but also support all FORGE initiatives, enabling us to create a lasting impact in the construction community across the state of Mississippi.