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*PANEL DISCUSSION

Workforce challenges are not just HR issues—they are leadership, operational, and business risks. Organizations must rethink how they attract, retain, and protect talent, using blended workforce models (full-time + contract + contingent workers) to build resilience and agility.  

The workforce has changed—and yesterday’s strategies no longer work. Join us for a leadership session exploring the 3Rs framework to:

Recruit top talent faster and more strategically, including contract and contingent options

Retain your best people by addressing leadership, growth, and burnout

Manage Risk by protecting continuity, knowledge, and culture

Walk away with practical actions for each R and a mindset shift: workforce is a strategic asset, not just a cost.

Register now to secure your spot!  Note: We are working on the flyer and details, but want you to not miss putting this one on your calendar!

Bios:

Evan Frey
Account Manager
Actalent

As an account manager specializing in the AEC industry at Actalent, my goal is to improve my clients’ capacity to design and build by offering scalable and sustainable resourcing solutions to meet project timelines. My team and I provide functional support within architecture, civil engineering, MEP engineering, BIM/VDC, construction management, and more.

My intention as an account manager is to build sincere relationships, share resources, and assist you in overcoming obstacles to achieve your goals. My top values are authenticity, cooperation, and doing meaningful work.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and science services and talent solutions. We provide engineering and science professionals and flexible solutions to help our clients get work done. Our global footprint and flexible delivery models ensure access to specialized talent where and when you need it.

Brendan Coady

Group Manager

HBK Engineering, LLC

Experienced manager in people, financial, process and project management over a 20 year career. Skilled in financial trending, forecasting and modeling business. Proficient in implementation and process improvement to increase utilization and efficiency. Ability to coach and teach concepts of management to increase knowledge and awareness in new managers.

Cody Ballah
Founder
Nexorra Group

Cody Ballah is the Founder of Nexorra Group, an AEC-focused talent and advisory firm that helps architecture, engineering, and construction companies reduce talent risk and build teams that scale. Nexorra supports firms nationally through two core lanes: strategic recruiting/search for critical technical and leadership roles, and market-informed advisory work that improves retention by aligning compensation, role design, and career progression with real-world market dynamics.

Cody’s work is rooted in high-signal conversations across the AEC market—translating what top performers and leaders are experiencing into practical insight executives can act on. He partners closely with owners and leadership teams who want more than resumes: clarity, leverage, and fewer surprises in a fast-moving labor market.

Ashley Senters I SPHR
Human Resources
A passionate Talent Experience Manager at McClure Engineering, Ashley is dedicated to creating an engaging, supportive, and people‑first workplace. She blends strategic HR insight with genuine care, ensuring employees feel valued from their first interaction through every step of their journey. Known for her enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to continuous improvement, she champions initiatives that strengthen culture, enhance well‑being, and empower every team member to thrive.