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2027 AGC East Tennessee Leadership Summit

January 21–23, 2027 | Omni Grove Park Inn | Asheville, NC

The AGC East Tennessee Leadership Summit brings together current and emerging construction leaders for a candid look at the forces shaping our industry and the role we can collectively play in shaping what comes next.

This year’s Summit will focus on the changing culture of construction in Southeast Tennessee, massive investment in workforce development, the real scoop on technology and innovation, necessary changes in public policy, and the priorities that deserve our attention over the next several years.

Unlike a traditional conference, the Summit is intentionally interactive. Expect strong outside perspectives, candid discussion with fellow industry leaders, working sessions and plenty of time to enjoy Asheville and the Grove Park Inn.

Who Should Attend

The Leadership Summit is designed for company owners, senior executives, AGC board and committee leaders, past board members, and emerging leaders who are motivated to help shape the future of our industry. Attendance is intentionally limited to keep the conversations candid, substantive and interactive.

Schedule at a Glance

Thursday, January 21
Afternoon/evening arrivals
Welcome Reception — time/location TBD

Friday, January 22
7:30 AM — Breakfast
8:30 AM–2:15 PM — Leadership Summit Sessions & Working Lunch
3:00–5:30 PM — Optional Asheville Detours Eats & Drinks Adventure (details forthcoming)
6:30 PM — Reception & Leadership Dinner, Seely Pavilion at Grove Park Inn

Saturday, January 23
8:00 AM — Breakfast
9:00 AM–12:00 PM — Leadership Strategy Session
Noon — Summit concludes

What We’ll Explore

The Changing Culture of Construction
How is Southeast Tennessee’s construction community changing, and what should we preserveor rethink as the market grows?

Building the Workforce Pipeline, For Real
One of the country’s most ambitious work-based learning initiatives in construction is  happening in Chattanooga’s Hamilton County School system.   This hands-on workshop will explore what it will take for employers, educators and AGC to make it work.

The Future of Construction 2030
AI, automation, robotics, data and other forces changing how we build and what’s coming faster than we think.

If We Could Rewrite the Rules
A working public-policy session asking what laws, regulations, procurement practices and government processes are helping—or unnecessarily hindering—the construction industry.

Setting Priorities for What Comes Next
Saturday’s facilitated strategy session will bring the conversations together and identify where focused industry leadership can make the greatest difference.