Construction Economic Outlook | Thriving in an Evolving Landscape
2025 Construction Industry Forecast
Friday, February 7th, 2025
The construction industry is evolving—are you prepared to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities ahead? Attendees joined us for lunch or virtually for an exclusive forecast that reshaped how they thought about the future of their business, featuring a keynote by FMI, the leading expert in construction trends and economic insights.
You’ll learn:
- Breakthrough Insights: They discovered the near-term, mid-term, and long-term trends that shaped the industry and their success.
- Real-World Case Studies: They saw what made standout companies thrive, even in challenging markets—and how to apply those principles to their business.
- How to Thrive – Not Just Survive: They learned the critical imperatives for surviving and thriving in the construction landscape.
- The Big Picture: They uncovered how the economy’s driving forces shaped the construction industry’s future.
Attendees powered up their business with the knowledge and strategies to adapt, innovate, and excel in any market condition. Whether they were looking to overcome immediate challenges or position for long-term success, this session delivered the tools and insights they needed.
This event was presented free of charge by Barnes Dennig, BMO Commercial Bank, Michaelis Corporation, and USI Insurance.
Meet the Keynote Speaker:
Emily Beardall, a senior consultant at FMI, creates innovative tools that drive measurable client success. Her strategic expertise enhances company performance, improves efficiency, and boosts profitability. Emily leads FMI’s quarterly construction activity forecast for Canada and contributes to thought leadership on industry trends. She is a sought-after speaker with deep expertise in the design/build sector. Before joining FMI, she worked with Entrepreneurship Empowerment in South Africa, helping a contractor streamline operations and plan for Cape Town’s growing market. Emily’s passion for delivering actionable strategies ensures companies are prepared for long-term success.