The Rethink Series is a leadership roundtable series by Ambition Theory, created to spark bold, necessary conversations about the future of leadership in construction.
As the industry shifts in real time, these sessions surface the questions companies need to be asking—and the kind of leadership it will take to move forward.
Rooted in insights from our Building Better research and real-world work with construction companies, each roundtable challenges outdated norms and explores what’s possible when we rethink how we define, select, and support leaders.
These aren’t surface-level conversations. They’re a chance to see your company, your people, and your path forward in a new light.
Next Session
Rethinking Recruiting in Construction: Hiring for What’s Next
*The industry is changing fast. The way we hire should too.*
Nov 20, 2025 | 12 PM ET | Virtual Roundtable
Most companies hire for skill and experience first. It’s familiar, measurable, and easy to justify. But when that’s the only lens, you can end up with people who look great on paper and still don’t move the business forward.
In this Rethink session, we’re taking a closer look at how construction companies can hire for alignment—values, adaptability, and mindset—without lowering the technical bar. It’s a conversation about what really predicts success on complex, fast-moving projects and how leaders can rethink recruiting to build teams that last.
Andrea Janzen, CEO of Ambition Theory, will sit down with Bryce Batts (Career Collective), Micaela Socci (Wemoter), and Billie Mauler (Cadnetics) to explore how culture, mindset, and structure shape performance—and why the future of recruiting in construction has less to do with resumes and more to do with readiness.
Upcoming Session
When the Programs Disappear—but the Problems Don’t
June 25, 2025 | 11 AM ET | Virtual Roundtable
Let’s name what’s happening: Public commitments to equity, diversity, and inclusion are being walked back. DEI is being rebranded, defunded, or quietly removed. And leaders are left wondering what to say—if anything.
But the underlying issues haven’t gone anywhere. The leadership pipeline is still broken. Retention is still a challenge. Culture still matters. And people still want to work in places where values are clear and visible.
This roundtable invites a clear-eyed, forward-looking conversation about what companies can do next, not just what they should avoid.
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About Ambition Theory
At Ambition Theory, we’re driving systemic change in the construction industry by rethinking how leadership is developed, recognized, and rewarded.
We offer leadership training and coaching tailored specifically for construction professionals—equipping individuals with the transformational leadership skills they need to advance, and helping companies build stronger, more resilient teams.
We believe the future of construction depends on who we empower to lead—and the values we choose to prioritize.
Listen to the Rethinking Leadership in Construction Podcast and learn more at www.AmbitionTheory.com
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