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Dallas Build Expo 2026

Dallas Market Hall - Dallas, TX

Doug Barrett

Doug Barrett

Business Coach | Business on Purpose

Presenter bio
Doug has been passionate about Business Development and Leadership for over 20 years. In roles like Director of Strategic Partnerships and Director of Development, he’s created the systems and structures that free business owners and leaders from the chaos of daily operations. In his coaching, Doug understands that true freedom comes from structure. He takes a strategic, intentional approach to help businesses set boundaries, build momentum, and create the time margin for what matters most—both in business and at home. On a personal note, Doug is an enthusiastic fan of America’s pastime—baseball. Since 2001, he has coached at the High School and Showcase levels, bringing the same dedication to his players as he does to his clients. For Doug, it’s about developing the complete ‘player’—physically, mentally, and relationally. Doug, his wife, Kelly, and their four children call Fort Mill, South Carolina home. Favorite Quote: “Successful people do consistently what others do occasionally.”
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Wednesday, April 22, 2026 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Room 13
AI

LIVE AI Demo: How Contractor Owners Use Simple AI That Runs Unlimited Estimates and Takeoffs

Most contractor owners are either ignoring AI entirely or buying expensive tools that deliver almost nothing — because they're putting ornaments on a tree that doesn't exist yet. In this hands-on workshop, you'll watch a live AI estimating agent run real scope packages in real time — and learn exactly why it works, how it was built, and how to build your own version for your contracting business. No coding. No tech background required. Just a documented process, a $20/month tool, and the right build order.
 Learning Objectives:
 
 

1.     Identify which of the three types of AI your business is currently using — and why only one of them creates a real competitive advantage for contractor owners.

2.     Apply the 10/80/10 Rule to your estimating workflow so AI does the heavy lifting while you stay in control of quality and approval.

3.     Walk away with a blueprint for building your own AI estimating agent — trained on your scope language, your trade packages, and your fixed-cost protection standards.

Target audience: Homebuilders, Remodelers, Contractors

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