HORNE Construction Forum 2023
To achieve growth, businesses need to focus on accelerating their people and technology. By doing so, you’ll open the door to new opportunities, expand your customer reach and meet their changing needs.
You’re invited to HORNE Construction Forum 2023 on October 3, beginning with breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Join us for in-depth discussions on people solutions, networking opportunities, industry insights, government updates and more.
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Featured Speaker
James Benham
James Benham is the Co-Founder and CEO of JBKnowledge, a multinational technology and consulting company that develops industry-leading software for the largest insurance companies across the globe. He is also the Co-Founder of two insurance tech products: SmartCompliance and Terra.
Prior to insurance, James built multiple technology products for the construction industry. His most successful, SmartBid, became the leading construction bidding software for general contractors worldwide, culminating in a multi-million dollar acquisition.Â
With over 10,000 followers on LinkedIn, James is a sought after consultant and speaker at the forefront of innovation, sales and business leadership. He is the host of The InsurTech Geek Podcast and has spoken at over 400 conferences in the last 15 years. His first book, Be Your Own VC: 10 Bootstrapping Principles to Generate Cash and Keep Control, is an Amazon bestseller and is available in hardcover, paperback and audiobook.
Forum Agenda
Breakfast | 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Welcome
People Solutions Panel | Bruce Walt, Tara Chrisco, Rory Tyer, Jarod Myers
The Convergence of ConTech & InsureTech: How to Lower Risk & Raise Profit in Construction Companies | James Benham
Break
Washington, D.C. Update | Scott Keller
Wrap-Up with Q&AÂ |Â Wes Winborne
The Speakers
James Benham
CEO, JBKnowledge
Wes Winborne, CPA
Managing Partner, Construction
Scott Keller
Partner
Bruce Walt
Partner
Tara Chrisco
Director
Rory Tyer
Director
Jarod Myers
Director
Lee Klein, CPA
Partner
Joel Bobo, CPA
Partner
The Location
The Westin Jackson
407 S Congress St, Jackson, MS 39201
HORNE has secured a block of rooms for your convenience at The Westin Jackson at the rate of $199 for the night of Monday, October 2.
Please be sure to confirm that your correct arrival date and departure date is selected. The link does not automatically populate the dates below and must be revised at the time of booking.
The last day to take advantage of this rate is September 15, 2023Â or until the block is full.