Overview

Over the next 5-10 years, the construction workforce will evolve, making it crucial to equip both current and future leaders with the tools and strategies needed to foster a collaborative and high-performing environment. As the industry undergoes this significant transition, understanding how to effectively lead and integrate Gen Z into your construction teams is essential.

Topics

  • Adapting leadership styles to resonate with the younger generation of construction workers.
  • Strategies for helping Gen Z employees in the construction industry adapt, grow, and take on greater responsibilities.
  • Addressing the top generational challenges faced by construction companies.
  • Preparing for the future as the older generation of construction professionals retire, taking their institutional knowledge with them, and ensuring a smooth handover to the next generation.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and prepare your construction team for the future. Register now and join us for a deep dive into leading Gen Z and optimizing teamwork and performance in the construction industry.
 

 

 

Speakers

Anthony Capasso

Principal - Frank Capasso & Sons, Inc

Anthony Capasso has been a driving force at Frank Capasso and Sons, Inc., a family-owned business established in 1990. With a deep-rooted commitment to quality and customer service, Anthony has helped steer the company towards sustained growth and innovation in the masonry and concrete restoration market. Anthony believes in fostering a collaborative work environment where every team member’s contribution is valued. He emphasizes the importance of integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement, which has been instrumental in maintaining long-lasting relationships with clients and partners.

Eric Lopez

Founder, CEO·Arrowhead Leadership Consulting

Colonel (Retired) Eric Lopez graduated from West Point in 1996 and served as an infantry officer in the US Army for 25 years serving in notable units such as the 101st Airborne Division and 75th Ranger Regiment. He completed seven combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, and later led over 2,000 soldiers as commander of the 3rd Recruiting Brigade. Upon retiring in 2021, Eric founded Arrowhead Leadership Consulting. Eric and his team of all-veteran coaches regularly assist companies, non-profits, and athletic teams with developing leaders who get excellent results. Eric regularly speaks to a variety of audiences across the country about emotional intelligence, leadership, and leading Generation Z.   

Joseph Natarelli

National Construction Services Leader - Marcum LLP

Joseph Natarelli is office managing partner in the New Haven, Connecticut office and a member of the Firm’s Executive Committee. A specialist in accounting for construction contractors, Joseph also serves as national leader of Marcum’s Construction Services Group, overseeing audit, consulting, and taxation services to construction clients ranging from start-ups to multi-billion-dollar international enterprises.

He has extensive experience advising on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. He has served as a technical reviewer for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants’ (AICPA) construction audit and taxation guides for more than two decades and had the privilege of chairing the AICPA National Construction Program Conference Committee from 2012-2014.

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Joseph Natarelli

National Construction Services Leader - Marcum LLP

Joseph Natarelli is office managing partner in the New Haven, Connecticut office and a member of the Firm’s Executive Committee. A specialist in accounting for construction contractors, Joseph also serves as national leader of Marcum’s Construction Services Group, overseeing audit, consulting, and taxation services to construction clients ranging from start-ups to multi-billion-dollar international enterprises.

He has extensive experience advising on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. He has served as a technical reviewer for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants’ (AICPA) construction audit and taxation guides for more than two decades and had the privilege of chairing the AICPA National Construction Program Conference Committee from 2012-2014.

Joseph is a valued advisor on diverse construction projects, providing expertise on improving job performance and enhancing profitability. He also provides thought leadership on various accounting and auditing matters as a conference panelist and contributing author to construction publications. He has been interviewed by numerous trade and business media outlets, including the Wall Street JournalBloombergBusinessweek, and Fox Business, among others.

Under his leadership, Marcum’s national Construction Services Group has innovated a robust curriculum of industry summits and technical webinars focused on helping contractors continuously enhance their understanding of complex financial concepts and strategic planning. He also spearheaded several definitive industry resources for contractors, including the annual Marcum National Construction Survey, the quarterly Marcum Commercial Construction Index, the Marcum PAS Contractor Compensation Quarterly, and the annual Marcum JOLTS Analysis of construction employment trends. Construction Executive magazine has recognized Marcum as a Top Three construction services provider.