NIBS Announces Fireside Chat at 2026 Building Innovation Conference

Major General (Retired) Kimberly M. Colloton and Blake Shiver of Procore Technologies to headline special session.

Mar. 27, 2026 at 12:30pm

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The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) announced that Major General (Retired) Kimberly M. Colloton and Blake Shiver, Vice President and General Manager of Procore Technologies' Public Sector, will participate in a fireside chat at the 14th annual Building Innovation Conference taking place May 19-20, 2026 in Tysons Corner, Virginia. The event will focus on advancing innovation and resilience across the nation's built environment.

Why it matters

The Building Innovation Conference brings together leaders from government, the AECO industry, research, academia, and communities to drive progress in areas like infrastructure resilience, digital delivery, industrialized construction, and adaptive design. Colloton and Shiver's combined expertise in national defense, major infrastructure delivery, construction technology, and public sector modernization will offer attendees a unique perspective on the future of the built environment.

The details

At the conference, Colloton and Shiver will participate in a fireside chat to share their experiences and insights into the innovations shaping the design and construction of buildings and infrastructure across the United States. Colloton recently retired after over 30 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Army, most recently as the Deputy Chief of Engineers and Deputy Commanding General for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Shiver leads Procore's strategy to support government agencies and infrastructure owners, drawing on his background in global cloud partnerships and as Chief of Staff to Procore's CEO.

  • The Building Innovation Conference will take place on May 19-20, 2026.
  • Colloton recently concluded over 30 years of service in the U.S. Army.

The players

Major General (Retired) Kimberly M. Colloton

She recently concluded over 30 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Army, most recently serving as the Deputy Chief of Engineers and Deputy Commanding General for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Washington, D.C.

Blake Shiver

He leads Procore's strategy to support government agencies and infrastructure owners across federal, state, and local markets, drawing on his background spanning Procore and more than a decade at Red Hat.

National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS)

The organization that announced the fireside chat at the 14th annual Building Innovation Conference.

Procore Technologies

A construction technology company where Blake Shiver serves as Vice President and General Manager of the Public Sector.

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What they’re saying

“We are honored and excited to welcome Major General (Retired) Colloton and Blake Shiver to Building Innovation 2026. Our nation has benefited and will continue to be impacted by their leadership. We look forward to their insights into the ongoing evolutions and potential innovations that will elevate engineering excellence, strengthen communities, and serve the public good across America.”

— George Guszcza, President and CEO of NIBS

What’s next

Registration information, schedule updates, and additional event details are available at the Building Innovation 2026 Conference website. Federal, State, and Local government employees are eligible for complimentary registration.

The takeaway

The Building Innovation Conference is bringing together leaders from diverse backgrounds to drive progress in the design and construction of the nation's built environment. The fireside chat with Colloton and Shiver will offer a unique perspective on the innovations and collaborations needed to strengthen infrastructure, improve community resilience, and serve the public good.