Greg Sizemore is the vice president of health, safety, environment and workforce development for ABC. Greg is a leader in the construction industry and business community on safety, total human health and workforce development. Prior to joining ABC in 2015, Sizemore worked at Zachry Industrial, where he played an integral role in the formation of Zachry’s competency-based safety, professional and craft workforce development programs. Greg also developed several new initiatives, including a craft university that targeted the construction industry’s critical crafts areas and a competency-based craft advancement and safety program. Prior to his time at Zachry, Sizemore held several management positions at BE&K Construction Co. in Birmingham, Alabama. Sizemore is also a volunteer leader in the safety and workforce development space. He is a past chair of the ABC National Craft Championships Committee and NCCER Workforce Development Committee. Currently, he serves on the Occupational Health and Safety Administration’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health and the board of directors of NCCER and chairs the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention.

DeAnna Thomas serves as the Vice President of Human Resources for ABC. In this role, she oversees all aspects of HR and payroll, driven by a purpose for creating an environment where employees feel valued, supported, and respected. With over 25 years of experience in human resources, DeAnna has a proven track record of developing and implementing strategic HR initiatives as well as transforming workplace cultures. She has extensive experience in employee relations and policy development. DeAnna is passionate about training and developing employees and managers, and she continuously seeks innovative ways to foster a commitment to continuous learning. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Human Resources Management. She is also a certification HR professional, SHRM-SCP and SPHR.

Aaron Mills is the founder and CEO of Daaxit, Inc., a professional financial services company offering fraction CFO services to established contractors. Aaron’s 25 years of financial oversight for several contracting companies with up to $90 million in annual revenue gives him a unique perspective into how to scale businesses through a framework he calls Financial Resource Optimization. His expertise has been nationally recognized for multiple awards, including Crain’s Chicago Business Fast 50, four-time INC’s 5000’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies, and Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) Top 600 Specialty Contractors. Aaron enhances profitability and improves employee revenue output for every contracting company he works with while helping owners discover financial freedom. He founded DAAXIT to serve, educate, and grow construction industry businesses and increase their profitability.

Greg Sizemore is the vice president of health, safety, environment and workforce development for ABC. Greg is a leader in the construction industry and business community on safety, total human health and workforce development. Prior to joining ABC in 2015, Sizemore worked at Zachry Industrial, where he played an integral role in the formation of Zachry’s competency-based safety, professional and craft workforce development programs. Greg also developed several new initiatives, including a craft university that targeted the construction industry’s critical crafts areas and a competency-based craft advancement and safety program. Prior to his time at Zachry, Sizemore held several management positions at BE&K Construction Co. in Birmingham, Alabama. Sizemore is also a volunteer leader in the safety and workforce development space. He is a past chair of the ABC National Craft Championships Committee and NCCER Workforce Development Committee. Currently, he serves on the Occupational Health and Safety Administration’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health and the board of directors of NCCER and chairs the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention.

Lou Perez is the co-founder of Lumber, the AI-powered workforce management platform built for construction. With roots tracing back to the Oregon Trail, Lou comes from generations of builders who helped shape America through construction and agriculture. He grew up on a small family farm that his father and grandfather expanded from just a few acres into 800, while his mom ran the accounting. That mix of field grit and back-office insight gave Lou a front-row seat to the challenges contractors face, from payroll headaches to compliance risks.From professional snowboarding to carpentry, Lou’s career has always been about performance and pushing limits. After years on the jobsite, he co-founded Lumber to carry the legacy of America’s builders into the AI age. Today, Lou is pioneering the use of artificial intelligence and large language models (LLMs) to transform how contractors run their businesses, automating payroll, mastering compliance, and unlocking real-time workforce insights so they can build smarter, scale faster, and win bigger.

Zach Giglio is CEO of GCM, an award-winning agency that shows organizations how to leverage cutting-edge AI technology to become more efficient and profitable. He is certified by the Wharton School of Business in AI strategy for business, is a curriculum committee member on AI at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management, a TEDx speaker and was recently honored as one of Charleston’s Forty under 40.
A frequent speaker at conferences, he provides insights into the practical applications of AI in small- and medium-sized businesses and organizations and runs in-depth AI Training and Implementation programs.
Beyond work, Zach is involved in his community and is a passionate traveler, wine enthusiast, and storyteller. He lives in Charleston, S.C., balancing an active professional life with his love for family and culture.

Kristi Pronovost serves as the director of marketing and brand strategy for Associated Builders and Contractors. In this role, Kristi oversees the creation and execution of national marketing strategies that align with ABC’s overarching strategic plan, while raising the association's brand profile and serving as a resource and liaison for ABC’s 67 chapters nationwide. Kristi is committed to leveraging emerging technologies like AI to enhance marketing and communication efforts. She is passionate about integrating AI, omnichannel marketing campaigns, cost-effective strategies and story-telling to drive efficiency, heighten brand awareness and drive ROI. Prior to her current role, Kristi served for nearly seven years as the director of marketing and communications for the ABC Keystone chapter. Kristi holds her degree from the University of Minnesota and brings a comprehensive background in association management, marketing and communications, graphic design and business management.

As President and CEO of Strategic Navigators Inc., Joshua R. Sherrard brings visionary leadership, strategic oversight, and a passion for helping businesses thrive. With a specialization in advanced tax planning and comprehensive business strategy, Josh plays a pivotal role in aligning the Strategic Navigators family of companies to deliver cohesive, results-driven solutions. His work guides clients beyond success—toward lasting significance—by uncovering hidden opportunities and structuring their businesses for sustainable growth and legacy impact.

Dillon Mitchell is an accomplished Professional Electrical Engineer with over 15 years of experience managing $1 billion in commercial construction projects. He has completed more than 75 Arc Flash Studies and led projects across diverse sectors, including K-12, higher education, healthcare, hotels, restaurants, multi-family housing, dormitories, corporate offices, warehousing, and manufacturing. Dillon excels in managing MEP teams and leveraging cutting-edge BIM and AI technologies to drive project success.

Adam San Juan is the Managing Director of Retirement Plan Services & Financial Advisor for the Associated Builders and Contractors of Illinois Multiple Employer Plan. With 25 years of experience in the retirement industry, he brings deep expertise in retirement plan design and implementation, combined with a unique understanding of human dynamics and generational relationships in the workplace. His recent book "The Most Honest Book on Prospecting Selling and Servicing 401(k) Plans" and upcoming release "A Case for K(s)" demonstrate his commitment to demystifying retirement planning for both financial professionals and business owners.

Jeff Risch has many years of both private practice and in-house counsel experience. In his practice, Jeff handles both employment and traditional labor matters. Such matters include: countering various union tactics; navigating government audits; defending discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination claims; avoiding employee wage and hour controversies; complying with prevailing wage and minimum wage laws; litigating employment contract disputes and unfair competition controversies; upholding independent contractor and contingent workforce relationships; and negotiating collective bargaining agreements.Jeff’s legal knowledge is accompanied by his understanding of his clients’ industries, which include construction, banking, manufacturing and food processing, health care (particularly long term care), and transportation, among others. Jeff participates in various trade and professional associations devoted to his clients’ diverse industries. He is passionately committed to helping employers stay up-to-date with legal developments and trends unique to their industry.  

Katie George brings over 18 years of experience in business development and workforce training within career and technical education. A seasoned professional, Katie has a proven ability to identify strategic opportunities that connect education to industry, creating seamless pathways from classroom to career. Her passion lies in leveraging innovative tools and technologies to foster economic growth and equip individuals with the skills needed for success in the modern workforce.
As an active contributor to national, state, and local boards, including her current role on the ACTE Trade and Industrial Advisory Council, Katie collaborates with industry associations to address talent recruitment challenges and advance workforce development initiatives. Her unique expertise and dedication to fostering partnerships make her a dynamic leader in transforming workforce ecosystems.
Katie holds a B.A. from Texas A&M University and resides in College Station, TX, with her husband and daughter.

Phil Hayes is the Senior Vice President and National Construction Practice Leader at AssuredPartners, based in Naperville, Illinois, where he leverages his expertise as a third-generation insurance professional to provide innovative risk management solutions for clients across the country. An alumnus of Florida State University's Risk Management Insurance School, Phil has been nationally recognized as a 2024 Construction Power Broker and Rising Star by Risk & Insurance magazine for his exceptional service and leadership in the construction insurance field. Deeply committed to his local community, Phil actively contributes to industry committees and has been honored with the Four Under 40 Award by the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce for his business accomplishments and community leadership.

Girish Ramachandra is the Head of LumberCare, where he leads the development of Agentic AI systems to transform construction compliance. With a strong foundation in product strategy, enterprise SaaS, and workforce management, Girish is driving innovation at the intersection of AI and regulatory compliance in construction. His work empowers construction companies to simplify prevailing wage, certified payroll, and HR compliance with intelligent, proactive solutions. A seasoned builder and entrepreneur, Girish brings deep experience from prior leadership roles at Wipfli, Iteamic, and other startups, combining human-centered design with cutting-edge AI to solve some of the industry’s most complex challenges.

Zach Giglio is CEO of GCM, an award-winning agency that shows organizations how to leverage cutting-edge AI technology to become more efficient and profitable. He is certified by the Wharton School of Business in AI strategy for business, is a curriculum committee member on AI at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management, a TEDx speaker and was recently honored as one of Charleston’s Forty under 40.
A frequent speaker at conferences, he provides insights into the practical applications of AI in small- and medium-sized businesses and organizations and runs in-depth AI Training and Implementation programs.
Beyond work, Zach is involved in his community and is a passionate traveler, wine enthusiast, and storyteller. He lives in Charleston, S.C., balancing an active professional life with his love for family and culture.

Jeff Risch has many years of both private practice and in-house counsel experience. In his practice, Jeff handles both employment and traditional labor matters. Such matters include: countering various union tactics; navigating government audits; defending discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination claims; avoiding employee wage and hour controversies; complying with prevailing wage and minimum wage laws; litigating employment contract disputes and unfair competition controversies; upholding independent contractor and contingent workforce relationships; and negotiating collective bargaining agreements.Jeff’s legal knowledge is accompanied by his understanding of his clients’ industries, which include construction, banking, manufacturing and food processing, health care (particularly long term care), and transportation, among others. Jeff participates in various trade and professional associations devoted to his clients’ diverse industries. He is passionately committed to helping employers stay up-to-date with legal developments and trends unique to their industry.

John concentrates his practice in construction and mechanics lien litigation, contract and commercial disputes, information technology litigation, corporate internal investigations, appeals, tort and products liability law, real estate and property loss, real estate, landlord/tenant, housing, and debtor/creditor law. He has handled hearings, trials and appeals in the state and federal courts, as well as arbitrations before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, the American Arbitration Association, and the International Chamber of Commerce Court of Arbitration.John has been appointed, and has served, as a court-designated sole arbitrator for the Mortgage Foreclosure/Mechanics Lien Section of the Circuit Court of Cook County. He also frequently serves as an arbitration panelist and panel chairman for the Cook County Mandatory Arbitration Program, and has been appointed a designated mediator for the Chancery Division of the Cook County Circuit Court. All the bar associations in Cook County recently rated Mr. Walker as “Qualified” to serve as a Cook County Circuit Judge.

As CEO of the QBC companies, Brian Keller has over 45 years in construction and more than 25 years experience in planning, developing, and executing successful business initiatives. His entrepreneurial background has provided him with progressive experience in operations and leadership. He excels at identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity. His expertise in business development and strategic planning has consistently driven positive growth and profitability. He is a strategic problem-solver, change manager, and visionary executive. He has a proven track record of successful client relationship building, achieving sales goals, and leadership coaching and training. His key expertise lies within the construction industry and leadership development. Outside of the office, you can find Brian on the golf course, or reading, or relaxing with family and friends.

Adam San Juan is the Managing Director of Retirement Plan Services & Financial Advisor for the Associated Builders and Contractors of Illinois Multiple Employer Plan. With 25 years of experience in the retirement industry, he brings deep expertise in retirement plan design and implementation, combined with a unique understanding of human dynamics and generational relationships in the workplace. His recent book "The Most Honest Book on Prospecting Selling and Servicing 401(k) Plans" and upcoming release "A Case for K(s)" demonstrate his commitment to demystifying retirement planning for both financial professionals and business owners.