The event, to be held May 22-23 in Atlanta, will bring together AEC industry leaders to explore and collaborate on the transformative impact of technological advancements shaping the field.
Zweig Group, the leading provider of consulting services, research, and education for the architecture, engineering, and construction industry, is excited to announce the keynotes for its inaugural AI & AEC Tech Summit. The event, to be held May 22-23 in Atlanta, will bring together AEC industry leaders to explore and collaborate on the transformative impact of technological advancements shaping the field. The summit will feature keynotes, panel discussions, roundtables, and breakout sessions, providing attendees with a powerful forum to discuss AI and tech strategies and tactics.
“The AI & AEC Tech Summit represents an unprecedented opportunity for industry leaders to come together to discuss the profound implications of artificial intelligence and new technology on the AEC sector,” said Chad Clinehens, CEO and president of Zweig Group. “With AI being recognized as one of the most significant disruptors in the AEC industry, this summit will equip leaders with valuable insights and actionable strategies to stay ahead in an evolving landscape.”
Keynotes include:
- "This Changes Everything" by KP Reddy, founder and CEO of Shadow Ventures. Reddy is a globally recognized authority in AEC environments, AI, robotics, automation, and cloud computing. With a background in civil engineering and extensive experience in technology investment, Reddy is renowned for his expertise in driving innovation in the AEC industry. His keynote will include a brief history of AI and advanced technology, and will explore the skills AEC professionals should be building to thrive in an AI driven future.
- “Acceleration, Augmentation, Value: Opportunities and Threats of AI in AEC” by Phil Bernstein, associate dean and professor adjunct at Yale University. Bernstein is a licensed architect, technologist, and educator with a keen focus on the intersection of technology and design in the building industry. Bernstein’s keynote will examine the threats presented by algorithms that can act autonomously, and where their deployment might offer strategic opportunities for those firms willing to exploit AI’s capabilities.
- “Succeeding with AI: The Three Pillars of AI Implementation” by Stjepan Mikulic, CEO and founder of AI in AEC. An experienced professional in all three areas of AEC, Mikulic brings a wealth of expertise in AI implementation. His keynote will introduce different ways to approach change, choose the best methods, and implement AI successfully from the first try.
The AI & AEC Tech Summit promises to be a must-attend event for AEC professionals looking to stay at the forefront of technological innovation. Click here for more information and registration details, or join us one day early for the AEC Small Business & Entrepreneurship Forum! This inaugural event is designed to gather leaders of small AEC firms (less than 75 full-time employees) to discuss the unique issues of managing and growing a small business in 2024.