2025 GCCA Convention
Call for Speakers
Are you interested in presenting at the GCCA Convention? We are now accepting submissions for focus sessions. Please click here to apply. Guidelines are below.
All submissions must be complete by June 30, 2025.
General Sessions
Tuesday, September 16
Opening General Session & Breakfast | 8:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Keynote Presentation: Return of the Economist
In this presentation, Dr. Basu offers detailed discussions regarding, global, national, and regional economic performance using the most current data available. Special attention is devoted to certain aspects of economic life, including the performance of financial, labor, real estate, and construction markets.
Anirban Basu | Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group & Economic Forecasting Expert
Dr. Anirban Basu is Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group and one of the nation’s leading economists, advising top organizations across sectors including construction, banking, real estate, and government. He has served in prominent roles such as Chair of the Maryland Economic Development Commission and Chief Economist for several major associations, including to Associated Builders and Contractors. A dynamic speaker known for blending deep economic insight with engaging commentary, Dr. Basu has been repeatedly recognized as one of Maryland’s most influential and powerful business leaders.
Wednesday, September 17
General Session | 9:00 a.m. - 10: 0 a.m.
Keynote: Who Hacks, Who Wins - Managing Cyber Security
Gain a detailed understanding of the cyber threat and proven strategies and approaches for managing cyber risk in your organization. From criminals to nation state sponsored attacks, modern adversaries are targeting your networks, your data, and your people. Understand the tactics they are using and effective cyber defense countermeasures you can deploy today to thwart the attackers of tomorrow.
Matthew Devost | CEO of OODA LLC, Technologist, Entrepreneur, and Expert Hacker
Matt Devost is a renowned technologist, entrepreneur, and international security expert with over 25 years of leadership in cybersecurity, counterterrorism, and global risk management. As CEO and Co-Founder of OODA LLC and founder of the Hack Factory, he guides organizations in navigating complex security and technology challenges while fostering innovation and strategic resilience.
Closing General Session | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Closing Keynote: Confronting the Reality of Change
When change comes at us from every direction, it can feel like our only option is to play defense. “Not so,” says Geoff Colvin of Fortune. “The best leaders I’ve reported on have found ways to embrace a world of continuous disruption and build a powerful competitive advantage in the process.” Geoff is optimistic about the future as he unpacks step-by-step how we can all respond faster to change and even get ahead of it as individuals, teams, and enterprises. Geoff provides actionable takeaways to help leaders face change smarter.
Geoff Colvin | Fortune Senior Editor-At-Large
Geoff Colvin, longtime Fortune editor and bestselling author, is one of business journalism’s sharpest voices on leadership, innovation, and the forces transforming the global economy. Drawing on decades of reporting and direct access to top CEOs and policymakers, Geoff reveals how winning organizations confront reality, embrace change, and invest in the future.
Focus Sessions
Focus Session Topics Include:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Automation/Materials
- Handling/Capitol Upgrades
- Cybersecurity
- Global Trade
- Innovations and/or other Cutting Edge Technology
- Labor
- Non-traditional 3PL strategies/practices to meet evolving consumer demands like e-commerce and value-added services
- Sustainability and/or Energy Efficiency
- and more to come!
Sponsors
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