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Charlotte Build Expo 2026

Charlotte Convention Center - C - Charlotte, NC

Chad Sakada

Chad Sakada

Coach | Business on Purpose

Presenter bio

Chad brings years of experience leading and coaching, both in ministry and on the athletic field. As an Area Director for Young Life and a high school coach in track, soccer, and football, he’s seen firsthand the power of mentorship and the lasting impact of a “coach” mentality. When working with business owners, Chad leans on the same principles that shaped his years of coaching: steady, consistent effort and a focus on the fundamentals. He knows that drilling the basics every day eventually leads to exponential growth. For Chad, building the right foundation is essential—because when challenges come, it’s that foundation that allows leaders and businesses to stand strong. He’s also seen the difference a good coach can make, whether on the field or in business. Watching his own son respond to different coaching styles has reinforced for Chad how vital it is to have a leader with both vision and a plan. Outside of work, Chad loves sports! Whether it’s watching college football, the NFL, MLB, golf, or cheering for Charlotte FC. He and his wife manage a divided household when it comes to college allegiances (Ohio State for him, Clemson for her), and their three kids keep them busy on the soccer field. Chad also works out daily with F3, continuing his passion for teamwork, consistency, and growth. Some of his favorite quotes come from The Man in the Arena, Nolan Ryan’s reminder that adapting is key to success, and even Top Gun: Maverick’s challenge to “the man in the box.

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Wednesday, October 14, 2026 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Room E216C
AI for Contractors

You Don't Need AI --> You Need A System: The Truth About AI For Contractor Owners — And Where It Actually Belongs In Your Business (LIVE AI DEMO)

Every contractor owner is being told they're falling behind if they're not "using AI." Much of it is not true, and most of it is a distraction from the real problem. In this live workshop, we cut through the hype and show you the truth: most contracting businesses don't have an AI problem — they have a system problem, and AI without a system just makes chaos move faster. Using a live demo, we'll show you exactly where AI does and doesn't belong in a contracting business, and how to build the system underneath it first, so that when you do use AI, it actually works.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify the difference between a business problem AI can solve and a business problem only a system can solve.
  2. See a live demo of AI layered on top of an existing business system — and understand why it fails without that system in place.
  3. Learn the specific, narrow list of tasks where AI creates real time savings for a contractor owner today.
  4. Leave with a one-page plan for what to build first — system or AI tool — based on where your business actually stands.

Target audience: All Building and Construction Professionals

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