GO BEYOND THE AI HYPE AND PUT IT TO WORK
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already changing the way construction professionals communicate, manage projects, analyze information, and get work done. From October 20 - 22, 2026, join Zach Giglio, CEO of GCM, for three days of in-person, practical AI learning designed for the construction industry to help you move beyond the hype and start putting these tools to work.
Whether you’re just getting started with Microsoft Copilot, want to see practical AI tools and workflows in action at PBX Hawaii, or are ready to tackle advanced, construction-specific applications, choose the session - or sessions - that fit where you are and where you want to go.
October 20, 2026
MICROSOFT COPILOT 101: GETTING REAL VALUE FROM AI
9 - 11 am HST
GCA Office (1065 Ahua St., Honolulu, HI 96819)
This introductory, hands-on session is designed for construction professionals who have access to Microsoft Copilot – the AI assistant included with many Microsoft 365 subscriptions – but are still learning how to use it effectively.
Level: Beginner
October 21, 2026
PBX KEYNOTE LUNCHEON - BEYOND THE BUZZ: MAKING AI WORK FOR THE DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
11:45 am - 1:15 pm HST
Blaisdell Center
Drawing on GCM’s work helping organizations across the country implement practical, off-the-shelf AI solutions, Zach Giglio will separate the hype from reality, sharing what AI can do today, where organizations commonly struggle, and how to approach adoption responsibly.
This is included in the PBX Premium Admission or can be purchased as an add-on.
Level: Beginner
October 21, 2026
PBX SESSION 3B - AI IN ACTION: PRACTICAL TOOLS & WORKFLOWS
1:30 - 2:30 pm HST
Blaisdell Center
This interactive workshop builds on Zach Giglio’s keynote by demonstrating practical ways AI can support everyday work across the design and construction industry. Participants will explore proven tools, effective prompting techniques, and real-world workflows that can improve communication, streamline administrative tasks, analyze information, and increase productivity.
This session is included in the PBX admission.
Level: Beginner
October 22, 2026
AI 301: ADVANCED AI WORKFLOWS FOR CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS
9 - 11 am HST
GCA Office (1065 Ahua St., Honolulu, HI 96819)
Participants will work through practical applications in estimating support, project documentation, contracts, RFIs, change orders, scheduling, reporting, business development and knowledge management while learning strategies that can be adapted to their own organizations.
Level: Advanced
PRESENTER
Zachary Giglio
CEO, GCM
Zach Giglio is CEO of GCM, an award-winning agency that helps organizations leverage cutting-edge off-the-shelf AI technology to become more efficient and profitable. He is certified by the Wharton School of Business in AI Strategy for Business, serves on the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management curriculum committee for AI, is a TEDx speaker, and was honored as one of Charleston’s Forty Under 40.
GCM has worked with thousands of construction professionals in more than 30 states across the U.S., helping teams apply practical AI strategies to strengthen operations, save time, and drive measurable results. A frequent speaker at national conferences and regional events, Zach specializes in showing construction companies and construction-focused associations how to integrate AI into day-to-day workflows without requiring technical expertise.