Fraser Patterson

• Reframe the construction workforce challenge: Why the industry’s hiring problem is less about a labor shortage and more about an access gap, and how that misdiagnosis shapes failed solutions
• Unlock visibility with AI: See how most skilled craft workers remain invisible to traditional sourcing channels; and how AI-driven labor intelligence can surface, qualify, and connect with talent that recruiters can’t otherwise reach
• Build digital workforce infrastructure: Explore how purpose-built, data-driven platforms designed for construction can deliver faster hiring, lower costs, and measurable ROI for contractors
• Interactive case study: In real time, we’ll use audience-supplied roles to demonstrate how AI-powered labor access tools (like Skillit) are filling critical positions that were previously considered “impossible to hire”

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Focus Day Chair

• What are some key factors to consider when building partnerships for workforce development?
• How can financial barriers be effectively reduced to encourage more diverse participation in training programs?
• What role does mentorship play in supporting career growth within the construction industry?