October 22 & 23, 2025
BMO Centre at Stampede Park Bill BlackPresident, COO at Calgary Construction AssociationSpeaker
Profile
| Bill has been involved in the design and construction industry for nearly 4 decades in a broad variety of roles and industry segments. Through his diverse network of industry practitioners and thought leaders, he is a fixture in the CCA community and the industry at large. Bill is known for his ability to take all situations in stride, and uses his experience, and built-in resilience to motivate others to take on challenges through great teamwork and a strong focus on culture and values. Viewing humour as a powerful way to engage others, Bill is hands-on and energetic in his approach and communication style. As a leader his goal is to help others find their true fit within their career path through a sense of team-based achievement, purpose, and mastery. Bill achieved his bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying from Napier University and has held roles in the industry ranging from surveying and estimating to leadership and executive positions. He is a founding member of the Mindshift consortium and co-authored “The Commercial Real Estate Revolution”. |
Agenda Sessions
W22 - Leadership Shortage: The Implication of the Leadership & Experience Gaps for Today’s Workforce
, 1:00pmView SessionT16 - Construction Keynote: Are You Tired of the Workforce Problem Yet?
, 11:45amView Session