CO Summit Atlanta set for a full-day construction industry summit at KSU

Kennesaw State University (KSU Center), Kennesaw, GA, September 22, 2025

News Summary

LumberFi Inc., in partnership with the Construction Owner Club, will host a day-long CO Summit in Atlanta at Kennesaw State University’s KSU Center. The event combines educational sessions, a technology expo and a job fair to connect contractors, students, workforce leaders and technology providers. Programming centers on careers in construction, mental health in the trades and the role of AI in workforce practices. Featured sessions include panels on making construction technology deliver ROI and AI-enabled workforce solutions. Sponsors and industry partners will support awards, student recruitment and demonstrations of next-generation construction tools and credential platforms.

Construction Owners Summit Atlanta ’25 announced for Sept. 22, 2025

CO Summit Atlanta ’25 will take place on September 22, 2025. The one‑day event runs from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM at Kennesaw State University (KSU Center), 1000 Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. The summit is organized by a construction workforce management platform and a construction owner group and is designed to mix educational sessions, an industry expo, a job fair and networking opportunities for contractors, technology leaders and students.

What the event is

The summit combines educational programming with an industry expo, including a job fair, networking, industry speakers, and more. CO Summit Atlanta ’25 is one of four major events in the U.S. in 2025, with additional stops planned in Santa Clara, Phoenix and Chicago. The Atlanta edition focuses on three primary themes: Careers in Construction, Mental Health in Construction and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Organizers, sponsors and media partners

The summit is hosted by Lumber (LumberFi Inc.) and jointly organized by Lumber and the Construction Owner Club. The Title Sponsor for CO Summit Atlanta ’25 is Acumatica, and the Gold Sponsor is The Rollout Crew. Media partners for the event include BuilderFax and ConstructionOwners.com. The summit will present five Construction Industry Awards recognizing excellence, and nominations are currently being accepted for all award categories.

Featured programming and speakers

Featured sessions include a session titled AI and Digital Solutions for Next‑Gen Talent in Construction presented by a co‑founder of the hosting platform. Another highlighted session and panel is From Frustration to ROI: Making Construction Technology Actually Work, moderated by the CEO of The Rollout Crew, with participation from a director of product management at Acumatica. A session framed around compliance and automation is From Burden to Breakthrough: Agentic AI’s Impact on Prevailing Wage, led by the Head of LumberCare.

Who should attend and student access

The summit is promoted as a platform for construction companies to recruit talent, network, showcase projects and explore software and AI tools, while giving students access to employers and professionals and clear pathways into construction careers. The event is free for students; breakfast and lunch will be available for students. Registration and event information are posted online at https://www.co-summit.com/atlanta-25#Admission-Tickets. For questions, the contact email provided for CO Summit information is [email protected].

Industry context and related announcements

The summit is timed against a broader labor and housing backdrop. A recent industry report cited growth in trade school enrollments driven by Gen Z and local housing activity metrics showing continued building permit and new home sales momentum in the region. The hosting platform has also announced a digital credential acquisition and a Series A funding round, signaling further investment in workforce and credentialing tools for construction employers and workers.

Logistics and practical takeaways

Expect a mix of expert‑led sessions, panels on technology adoption and mental health, a job fair and an expo floor where software providers and service vendors will demo tools. The summit aims to provide actionable guidance on using AI in workforce management, practical steps to recruit and retain talent, and resources for worker wellbeing.

Event snapshot

Next steps

Interested attendees should register at the event page and consider submitting nominations for the Construction Industry Awards. Students planning to attend should register early to confirm meal arrangements and view student‑focused opportunities on the schedule.

FAQ

Q: When will CO Summit Atlanta ’25 take place?

A: CO Summit Atlanta ’25 will take place on September 22, 2025.

Q: What are the event hours for the summit?

A: Event time is 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Q: Where is the summit being held?

A: Venue is Kennesaw State University (KSU Center), 1000 Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Q: Who is hosting and organizing the event?

A: The summit is hosted by Lumber (LumberFi Inc.) and jointly organized by Lumber and the Construction Owner Club.

Q: What are the main themes of CO Summit Atlanta ’25?

A: The summit’s three primary themes are Careers in Construction; Mental Health in Construction; Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Q: How is the summit structured?

A: The summit combines educational programming with an industry expo, including a job fair, networking, industry speakers, and more.

Q: Is CO Summit Atlanta ’25 part of a larger series?

A: CO Summit Atlanta ’25 is one of four major events in the U.S. in 2025 (other cities listed: Santa Clara, Phoenix, Chicago).

Q: Who are the sponsors and media partners?

A: Title Sponsor for CO Summit Atlanta ’25 is Acumatica. Gold Sponsor for CO Summit Atlanta ’25 is The Rollout Crew. Media partners include BuilderFax and ConstructionOwners.com.

Q: Are there awards or nominations?

A: The summit will present five Construction Industry Awards recognizing excellence, and nominations are currently being accepted for all award categories.

Q: Is there student access?

A: The event is free for students; breakfast and lunch will be available for students.

Q: Where can I register or find more information?

A: Registration and event information URL: https://www.co-summit.com/atlanta-25#Admission-Tickets. Contact email for CO Summit information as provided: [email protected].

Q: What are some featured sessions?

A: Featured session: AI and Digital Solutions for Next‑Gen Talent in Construction presented by Lou Perez of Lumber. Featured session / panel: From Frustration to ROI: Making Construction Technology Actually Work — panel moderated by Theo Halstead, CEO of The Rollout Crew, with Joel Hoffman, Director of Product Management (Construction Edition) at Acumatica, participating. Featured session: From Burden to Breakthrough: Agentic AI’s Impact on Prevailing Wage led by Girish Ramachandra, Head of LumberCare.

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Feature Details
Event name Construction Owners Summit (CO Summit) Atlanta ’25
Date September 22, 2025
Time 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Venue Kennesaw State University (KSU Center), 1000 Chastain Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144
Hosts/Organizers Lumber (LumberFi Inc.) and the Construction Owner Club
Primary themes Careers in Construction; Mental Health in Construction; Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Sponsors Title Sponsor: Acumatica; Gold Sponsor: The Rollout Crew
Registration https://www.co-summit.com/atlanta-25#Admission-Tickets
Contact [email protected]
Student access Free for students; breakfast and lunch will be available for students

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