New Ground Breakers stage to showcase the future of construction
At this year’s ConExpo, attendees will be able to look into the future of construction technology.
The new Ground Breakers stage is a keynote platform showcasing autonomous tech, sustainable solutions and workforce innovations from global construction leaders.
Speakers will range from the CEOs of Fortune 100 companies to successful entrepreneurs.
“Autonomous and sustainable technologies are redefining how we build, hire and innovate, and ConExpo-Con/Agg is where the industry tests those technologies at scale,” said Dana Wuesthoff, Show Director at ConExpo-Con/Agg. “The Ground Breakers Stage gives attendees a front-row seat to the ideas and investments shaping construction’s global future.”
The Ground Breakers Stage presentations kick off on March 2 at 11 a.m. with a featured keynote speech from Jahmy Hindman, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer with John Deere.
Hindman will highlight the innovation and technological advances propelling the construction industry forward.
“We’re genuinely excited to be part of this first-ever keynote event at ConExpo-Con/Agg,” Hindman said. “Contractors are out there every day building the roads, bridges and systems that connect our lives and they’re facing real challenges, like finding skilled workers. At John Deere, we’re committed to helping them tackle those challenges with technology that’s not just smart, but purposeful.”
On March 4 at 1 p.m., Tony Fassino, Caterpillar Group President of Construction Industries, will outline how Cat is tackling the industry’s toughest challenges head-on, pushing boundaries and shaping the future for its customers.
“Every three years, Las Vegas transforms into the epicentre of construction innovation with companies ready to show you what’s next. We are excited to show you what’s ready right now during ConExpo-Con/Agg’s new Ground Breakers Stage series,” Fassino said.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) joins Caterpillar and John Deere as a feature keynote. AWS Director of AWS IoT Services Dave Kranzler will take the Ground Breakers Stage on March 5 at 10 a.m., highlighting how advances in AI, automation and connected technologies are reshaping the construction industry, reducing costs and creating safer, more sustainable jobsites.
“We’re thrilled to welcome AWS as a Ground Breakers Stage keynote at this year’s show,” Wuesthoff said. “Digital transformation is changing how the world builds, and we know our attendees will be eager to hear from AWS about the opportunities to reimagine construction efficiency, safety and sustainability.”
The Ground Breakers stage is located in the West Hall and open to all attendees.
The new stage complements ConExpo’s extensive educational programming and more than 2,000 exhibitors across the 2.9 million square feet of exhibit space.
