Anirban Basu

ABC Chief Economist

Anirban Basu is chairman and CEO of Sage Policy Group Inc., an economic and policy consulting firm in Baltimore. He is also chief economist for Associated Builders and Contractors. The Baltimore Business Journal named him one of the region’s 20 most powerful business leaders in 2010. Basu teaches History of Economic Thought at Goucher College as their Distinguished Economist in Residence, and his radio show can be heard weekdays on WYPR, 88.1 FM Baltimore.

Randy Fichera

Vice President, Commercial Services Division, Barnhill Building Group

Randy Fichera leads the Commercial Services Division of the Barnhill Building Group, specializing in ground-up office projects, adaptive reuse and fast-track renovations across North Carolina. Known for his bold, energetic leadership and entrepreneurial spirit, he delivers nimble, efficient project execution with a focus on repeat clients. A frequent speaker at national construction conferences, he holds a construction management degree from East Carolina University and joined Barnhill’s Building Group in 2006.

Joe Hileman

Co-Founder and Training Specialist, Blue-U Defense

Joe Hileman is a co-founder and training specialist for Blue-U Defense. He served as the assistant team commander of the Monadnock Regional Special Response team in New Hampshire and for 19 years as a detective with the Jaffrey, New Hampshire, Police Department. Prior to his career in law enforcement, he served as security supervisor at the corporate management level of a Fortune 500 company. Hileman holds two associate degrees in criminal justice.

Daniel Ivanhoe

Product Owner, McCarthy Holdings Inc.

Daniel Ivanhoe is an accomplished IT product owner at McCarthy Holdings Inc., where he plays a pivotal role in supporting the company's business development, marketing, communications and DEI functions through innovative technology solutions. Ivanhoe graduated from Arizona State University’s W.P. Carey School of Business, earning dual bachelor’s degrees in marketing and supply chain management. He has a strong commitment to continuous improvement and strategic innovation in the construction industry.

Jennifer L. Landon, M.Ed.

Vice President of Leadership and Total Human Health Initiatives, ABC New Hampshire/Vermont Chapter

Landon is vice president of leadership and total human health initiatives for ABC New Hampshire/Vermont, an ABC Mental Health Champion and Certified DISC Behavioral Analyst. After a friend’s loss in a military training accident, she became a certified grief educator, VitalCog suicide prevention trainer, Mental Health First Aider and advocate for recovery-friendly workplaces. In 2022, she launched YGM Consulting and has since incorporated psychological safety and leadership development into her practice.

Nathaniel Peniston

Vice President, The Contractors Plan

Nat Peniston is a national expert on prevailing wage compliance and bona fide benefits strategies, working closely with contractors to ensure proper compliance on government-funded projects. Author of “The Contractor’s Guide to the Davis-Bacon Act,” he has been published extensively in Construction Executive magazine. A past chair of ABC’s Central Texas chapter, Peniston also supports various charitable organizations and holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami.

Chad Prinkey

Founder, Well Built Construction Consulting

Chad Prinkey is the founder and CEO of Well Built Construction Consulting, dedicated to serving the construction industry. He has designed and delivered partnering programs that align and inspire high-performance project teams, helping deliver $1.7 billion in projects on or ahead of budget and schedule. An experienced speaker and performer, he energizes teams and organizations to collaborate effectively for success across all construction sectors.

Hal Routh

President and Founder, Equalizer9

Hal Routh is a 27-year construction industry veteran who has led teams to win over $4 billion in projects. Known for driving revenue and profitability growth, he is an expert in creating sustained growth strategies. As the founder of Equalizer9, a leading consulting firm, Routh mentors construction companies across 20 states. A sought-after speaker, he delivers thought-provoking insights with an engaging, entertaining style.