Maximizing Trade & Supplier Relationships in a Tough Market
Tuesday, February 17 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM
OCCC - West 224F
What It's About
In today’s tough market, trade partner performance can make or break your business. Are you doing enough to control costs, keep schedules on track, and strengthen relationships with trades and suppliers? This session brings together two experienced builders to share real-world strategies for setting expectations, negotiating effectively, and leveraging data to drive accountability—while also creating partnerships that keep your projects a priority. Packed with proven practices and jobsite-tested tools, you’ll leave with clear steps to cut costs, reduce delays, improve quality, and build stronger, more reliable trade relationships.
What You’ll Learn
- Learn proven strategies to reduce building costs and improve accountability with trade partners.
- Discover how to strengthen relationships with trades and suppliers so your projects are prioritized.
- Understand how to execute better agreements, scopes, and processes that increase consistency and reduce delays.
- Gain practical communication tactics and negotiation tools that build loyalty, improve performance, and make you the builder of choice.
How to Attend
Participants must be registered for an Expo + Education pass. Seating for sessions will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Speakers
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Arabic
Chinese
French
German
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish