Event Info & Registration
Registration
The Mechanical Contractors Association invites you to join us for our annual State Convention. To attend, please fill out the PDF form provided and email it to us at mcafbks@mcfairbanks.org. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sponsor Opportunites
The Mechanical Contractors Association offers a variety of sponsor opportunities for our upcoming State Convention. Gain visibility among mechanical contractors by taking advantage of our sponsorships to increase brand awareness and network with industry professionals.
To sponsor an event at our annual convention please contact Mary Lou Fleming at mcafbks@mcfairbanks.org
Keynote Speaker
Kevin Rose with NobleProg
Artificial Intelligence Training for Mechanical Contractors
This practical two-day training will help mechanical contractors clearly understand and begin using artificial intelligence (AI) in daily operations. You will learn exactly what AI is, how mechanical contractors currently use it, and how it can improve scheduling, inventory management, job safety, and customer support. You will gain direct experience using AI tools, including ChatGPT, in simple but powerful ways. The training does not require previous technical experience. You will leave prepared to use artificial intelligence immediately to help your mechanical contracting business become more efficient, make better decisions, and serve customers more effectively. To fully participate, attendees should bring a laptop or tablet. It is recommended that you create a free ChatGPT account at ChatGPT.com and have it ready to use during the sessions.
DAY 1 AI FOUNDATIONS (4 HOURS)
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Understanding AI: A clear look at what AI is and how it works using simple language.
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AI in Business Today: How AI is shaping companies in 2025 and why acting now gives an edge.
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AI in the Mechanical Contracting Industry: Real cases in mechanical contracting such as smarter scheduling and safety tracking.
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Generative AI and Large Language Models: What tools like ChatGPT can do for daily tasks like email drafts and proposal ideas.
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Overview of Major AI Tools: Quick tour of popular tools such as ChatGPT, Bard, and Copilot and what each does best.
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Tips for Using AI Tools Effectively: Steps to craft strong prompts, shape results, and dodge common errors when using the free ChatGPT plan.
DAY 2 DRIVING EFFICIENCY AND GROWTH WITH AI (4 HOURS)
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AI for Operational Efficiency: Ways AI can cut waste in scheduling, inventory, and resource planning.
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Data Driven Decision Making: Turning project numbers into clear insights with AI to spot patterns and fix weak spots.
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Enhancing Sales Marketing and Service with AI: Using AI to tailor messages, build sales material, and boost client support speed.
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Strategic AI Adoption And Next Steps: How to start small, grow success, pick team champions, and find more learning tools after the class.