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QUARTERLY CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY UPDATE
Join a collaborative discussion with Master Trades Collective, EPS Eclat People Solutions and leaders shaping the future of the construction industry in Australia
Friday, 24 April 2026 at 7:30 - 9:00am AEST
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WHAT WE'LL COVER
During this 90-minute online session, we’ll break down what’s really happening across Australia’s construction and infrastructure sector right now. Gain actionable insights into current market trends including the current fuel and supply chain volatility, along with practical strategies for navigating cost escalation, pricing pressures, risk management and strengthening client relationships.
Explore what’s working in today’s environment and learn how to drive sustainable growth in your business alongside other industry leaders in a collaborative, interactive discussion. You’ll walk away with practical, immediately applicable ideas to help your business remain competitive and resilient in the current market.
What the Best in the Industry Are Doing Right Now
We'll review what’s actually working for top-performing construction businesses - how they’re adapting, leading, and growing despite the current market pressures. No theory, just straight insight you can use.
Leading Under PressureÂ
Your business is only as strong as the person steering it. We’ll cover the mindset, leadership habits, and mental resilience needed to lead well in tough times—while staying grounded and in control of your energy and focus.
Win High-Margin Work Through Innovation
Discover how the most forward-thinking companies are attracting premium clients and commanding higher margins - through earlier involvement, smarter positioning, and delivering value while others may be missing the mark.
MEET
GERARD
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With nearly 30 years of experience in the construction industry, Gerard McGann is the Founder and Head Coach of Master Trades Collective and former CEO of multi-million dollar construction firms. Gerard has a proven track record of building high-performing teams, rebuilding visions, and driving exponential growth.
Gerard’s approach is hands-on and transformative, providing practical strategies tailored to the construction sector. He is also a trusted advisor, working with a select group of private clients, and hosts The Master Trades Show, a weekly interview series where construction leaders share insights from their journeys. Through his work, Gerard is committed to shaping the next generation of industry leaders.
LEARN MOREMEET
JOHN
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As one of the first advocates for emotional intelligence in Australia, John has been analysing people’s behaviour for close to 40 years. Having studied over 13,000 people in a diverse range of industries, John has built superior IP around identifying the key drivers of high performing executives and collaborative teams, their exact preferences and dispositions and uses these insights to accurately predict future behaviour and performance. As such, John is seen as a leader in his field of profiling, executive mentoring and building highly effective teams, specifically in the infrastructure sector.
His ability to provide enlightening insights around people’s unique motivations, behaviours and attitudes allows him to deliver outstanding results in shaping successful group dynamics. His superior and tailored service connects with people on both a professional and personal level, proving results that are truly invaluable.
"I now know what it takes to become a better leader and how to create a culture where our team is invested in our future business and the success of the company. The personal development side of what Gerard teaches is incredible. If you grow yourself as a person, you will grow your business."
Kirt Dowling
Integrum Power Group
"Since working with Master Trades Collective, our entire team has a renewed sense of passion. You have ignited the fire inside. Our margins have grown, our team is energised, connected and fulfilled."
Stephen McDonald
Formline Constructions
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"I have engaged John numerous times over the last decade. His techniques have allowed me to bring together complex team relationships for Joint Ventures in lightning speed, resolve conflict relationships, recruit outstanding executives and master plan large scale global corporate restructures. I don’t have time not to rely on John’s people insights!”
Richard Stewart
Infrastructure Nation