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What Is CO Summit?
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The Construction Owners Summit (CO Summit) is a leading one-day industry gathering jointly organized by \;Lumber \;and the \;Construction Owner Club. It brings together construction companies\, trade students\, vendors\, thought leaders\, and innovators in four U.S. cities throughout 2025. The Atlanta edition packs together:
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\n - A \;career &\; expo zone\,
\n - High-impact sessions on industry trends\,
\n - A focus on mental health in construction\,
\n - And\, the latest in artificial intelligence &\; technology transforming the field.
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www.co-summit.com
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Why Attend?
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Whether you&rsquo\;re an employer\, a student\, or a professional in construction\, here&rsquo\;s what you&rsquo\;ll gain:
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\n - For Construction Companies &\; Employers:
\n Showcase your business\; engage directly with emerging talent and trade-educated students\; discover next-generation tools\, AI\, digital workflows\; learn how to improve operations\, safety\, productivity. \n - For Students &\; New Professionals:
\n Meet hiring decision-makers\; access job opportunities\; learn what employers are looking for in skills &\; mindset\; get inspired by &ldquo\;from classroom to career&rdquo\; panels\; build real\, meaningful connections. \n - For Everyone:
\n Gain fresh perspective on mental health challenges in the construction workforce\; see how companies are supporting worker well-being\; learn to break stigmas\; access support &\; resources. \n
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What to Expect
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\n - Expo &\; Vendor Booths \;&ndash\; Explore products\, services\, tech\, software &\; innovation shaping the future of construction.
\n - Career Zone &\; Job Fair \;&ndash\; Dedicated space to meet employers\, view job openings\, and apply or express interest\; sometimes ahead of time via event app.
\n - Breakout &\; Industry Sessions \;&ndash\; Deep dives into topics like AI in construction\, prevailing wage compliance\, &ldquo\;making construction technology actually work\,&rdquo\; and more.
\n - Student Tracks \;&ndash\; Special panels for students: &ldquo\;From Classroom to Career&rdquo\; offers insights into transition-strategies and success stories.
\n - Keynote &\; Thought Leadership \;&ndash\; Sessions by leaders like Barrett Clark (KP Reddy)\, Lou Perez (Lumber)\, Joel Hoffman (Acumatica)\, etc.\; learn from practitioners shaping the field.
\n - Awards &\; Recognition \;&ndash\; Celebrate people &\; companies making outstanding impact: Workforce Champion\, Tech Trailblazer\, Safe &\; Sound Jobsite\, NextGen Builder\, and more.
\n - Networking &\; Community \;&ndash\; From informal conversations in the expo hall to structured breakout discussions\; plus refreshments/lunch included.
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Tickets &\; Pricing
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\n - General Admission: \;$50 \;co-summit.com
\n - Students: \;Free admission (!) with valid ID \;co-summit.com
\n - Employers/Vendors: \;Booths &\; sponsorships available (Expo booths\, Career Zone vendors) to increase visibility.
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Bonus
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Part of the proceeds will be donated to \;Hearts Under the Hard Hats\, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to supporting construction workers&rsquo\; mental health.
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Who Should Attend
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\n - Construction company owners\, project managers\, HR &\; operations leaders
\n - Trade schools\, educators\, students studying construction and related fields
\n - Technology providers\, software vendors\, AI / automation firms targeting construction
\n - Mental health professionals interested in occupational wellness
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We can&rsquo\;t wait to see how CO Summit &rsquo\;25 Atlanta brings together ideas\, talent\, and energy to build a stronger\, healthier\, and more innovative construction industry. 🚧\;
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