BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P1H REFRESH-INTERVAL:P1H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:Pacific Daylight Time END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:Pacific Standard Time END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260226T210000 X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:AI Advantage: Driving Efficiency & Innovation DESCRIPTION:APPROVED CPD: 1.0Join us for an exclusive dinner meeting exploring how artificial intelligence is beginning to support better decision-making across the construction industry.In this one-hour keynote\, our speaker will share practical\, real-world perspectives on where AI is already creating value for construction businesses today\, and where it is likely to have the greatest impact over the coming years\, including:Improving early-stage project planning and decision-makingStrengthening cost control and resource allocation through better insightUsing patterns from past projects to reduce uncertainty and riskReal-world examples of how construction companies are applying AI in areas such as bidding\, planning\, and leadership decision supportThe session will balance near-term\, realistic use cases with a forward-looking view of what is becoming possible\, helping members understand how to approach AI thoughtfully and responsibly\, regardless of company size.Attendees will also have time to connect with fellow members before and after the session\, making this an opportunity to share insights\, discuss challenges\, and strengthen your professional network.This event is designed for members who want to stay ahead of industry trends\, gain practical perspectives on AI\, and reconnect with the local construction community.About Our Speaker:Graham Hawryluk is a business strategist and AI solutions architect focused on helping construction\, infrastructure\, and public-sector organizations apply artificial intelligence in practical ways that support revenue growth\, efficiency\, and better decision-making.With a background spanning telecommunications\, construction\, engineering\, and large-scale capital projects\, Graham brings a grounded understanding of how real businesses operate under regulatory\, procurement\, and operational constraints. He has spent years working alongside contractors\, utilities\, municipalities\, and Indigenous organizations\, helping leadership teams navigate complexity\, improve decision-making\, and execute growth strategies that actually stick.Graham's work today sits at the intersection of business strategy and applied AI. Rather than leading with tools or hype\, he helps organizations identify where AI can meaningfully improve efficiency\, reduce cost\, and support better decisions without introducing unnecessary risk. His focus is on sequencing\, governance\, and integration\, ensuring AI initiatives align with how teams already work and can scale over time.He currently partners with Alpha\, a Vancouver Island based IT and AI solutions company\, where he supports clients through executive-level discovery\, AI readiness\, and the design of tailored AI solutions across construction\, development\, and public-sector environments. Graham is known for translating complex technology into clear\, business-relevant insights that resonate with owners\, operators\, and decision-makers. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

APPROVED CPD: 1.0

Join us for an exclusive dinner meeting exploring how artificial intelligence is beginning to support better decision-making across the construction industry.

In this one-hour keynote\, our speaker will share practical\, real-world perspectives on where AI is already creating value for construction businesses today\, and where it is likely to have the greatest impact over the coming years\, including:

The session will balance near-term\, realistic use cases with a forward-looking view of what is becoming possible\, helping members understand how to approach AI thoughtfully and responsibly\, regardless of company size.

Attendees will also have time to connect with fellow members before and after the session\, making this an opportunity to share insights\, discuss challenges\, and strengthen your professional network.

This event is designed for members who want to stay ahead of industry trends\, gain practical perspectives on AI\, and reconnect with the local construction community.

About Our Speaker:

Graham Hawryluk is a business strategist and AI solutions architect focused on helping construction\, infrastructure\, and public-sector organizations apply artificial intelligence in practical ways that support revenue growth\, efficiency\, and better decision-making.

With a background spanning telecommunications\, construction\, engineering\, and large-scale capital projects\, Graham brings a grounded understanding of how real businesses operate under regulatory\, procurement\, and operational constraints. He has spent years working alongside contractors\, utilities\, municipalities\, and Indigenous organizations\, helping leadership teams navigate complexity\, improve decision-making\, and execute growth strategies that actually stick.

Graham&rsquo\;s work today sits at the intersection of business strategy and applied AI. Rather than leading with tools or hype\, he helps organizations identify where AI can meaningfully improve efficiency\, reduce cost\, and support better decisions without introducing unnecessary risk. His focus is on sequencing\, governance\, and integration\, ensuring AI initiatives align with how teams already work and can scale over time.

He currently partners with Alpha\, a Vancouver Island&ndash\;based IT and AI solutions company\, where he supports clients through executive-level discovery\, AI readiness\, and the design of tailored AI solutions across construction\, development\, and public-sector environments. Graham is known for translating complex technology into clear\, business-relevant insights that resonate with owners\, operators\, and decision-makers.



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