Constructive 2024: A line-up you don't want to miss!

6 August 2024

Last Chance to Register

Constructive 2024 is next week, and space is filling up fast - don’t miss the opportunity be part of the critically important conversation about the future of the building and construction sector. Last chance to register - registrations close at midday this Wednesday.

Innovation will be key to boosting productivity and overcoming some of the longstanding challenges our people and businesses face – but it’s a broad term. This year, Constructive will look at what it means to innovate, practical steps every business can take, and how we work with government to get where we need to be.

On day one, we welcome multi-award-winning speaker, change strategist and best-selling author, Michael McQueen as our keynote address to talk about key technological trends that will shape the next five years for the construction sector, especially as it relates to generative AI’s transformational potential for building design.

This is your opportunity to hear from and network with the best and brightest in the building and construction sector. Be part of the big conversations and take away practical insights.   

Constructive 2024
14 and 15 August 2024
Tākina Convention Centre, Wellington



View the programme overview here

Registrations close at midday on Wednesday 7 August

You'll hear from a range of fantastic key speakers including:

  • Hon Barbara Edmonds, MP for Mana, Spokesperson for Finance, Infrastructure
  • Rt Hon Chris Hipkins, Leader of the Labour Party & MP for Remutaka, Spokesperson for Ministerial Services, National Security and Intelligence
  • Hon Chris Penk, Minister for Building and Construction, Minister for Land Information, Minister for Veterans, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration
  • Hon Tama Potaka, Minister for Māori Development, Minister for Whānau Ora, Minister of Conservation, Minister for Māori Crown Relations: Te Arawhiti, and Associate Minister of Housing (Social Housing)
  • Justin Carnie, Managing Director at CDL Building 
  • Clare Falck, CEO of BRANZ 
  • Dominic Foote, CEO of the New Zealand Housing Foundation
  • Di Foster, business and mindset coach 
  • Jane Henley, Innovation Partner at Aurecon 
  • Stu Hercus, project site manager at LT McGuinness 
  • Bernard Hickey, Financial Journalist and Editor 
  • Mark Holland, Partner at Hazelton Law 
  • Tony Johnson, director at Wood Engineering Technology 
  • Aidan Jury, Sales and Franchise Director at Jennian Homes Limited
  • Monique Kelly, General Manager at Wao Aotearoa 
  • Nick Lane, Commercial Captain at Qorox 3D
  • Michael Leggat, Barrister and Solicitor  
  • Chris Litten, General Manager at BRANZ
  • John Lucas, insurance manager at ICNZ 
  • Campbell McGregor, Board Chair at UDINZ 
  • Dan McGuinness, director and general manager LT McGuinness 
  • Adrienne Miller, CEO of UDINZ 
  • Ankit Sharma, CEO of Registered Master Builders Association 
  • Chris Speed, Director at Dunning Thornton Consultants 
  • Ronnie Tan, founder and CEO of CreditWorks 
  • Jennifer Taylor, Business Director at Bright Build
  • Aaron Thule, Programme Manager at Wao Aotearoa 

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International Keynote Speaker: Michael McQueen 


We are very excited to have Michael McQueen joining us at Constructive this year. 

Michael is a multi-award-winning speaker, change strategist and bestselling author. With clients including Google, Toyota and Mastercard, he has helped some of the world’s most successful brands navigate uncertainty and stay ahead of the curve. Michael is a regular commentator on TV and radio and his work has featured in publications ranging from The Guardian to Forbes and CNN. In addition, Michael is a familiar face on the international conference circuit having shared the stage with the likes of Bill Gates, Mel Robbins, and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak.

Michael has spoken to over 500,000 people across 5 continents since 2004 and is known for his engaging, entertaining, and practical conference presentations.
How technology is shaping the future for construction:
 
In this fast-paced & research rich keynote presentation, trend forecaster Michael McQueen will explore:
  • The key technological trends will shape the coming 5 years for the construction sector with a specific focus on generative AI and its transformational potential for building design and functionality
  • How evolving consumer and societal expectations around sustainability will redefine the competitive landscape
  • The defining attitudes, habits and expectations of Gen Z and how to meaningfully engage next generation customers, apprentices and employees
  • A blueprint for innovation and staying at the cutting edge in fast-moving times




View the programme overview here