5th Annual Construction Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference

Hosted by United Suicide Survivors International, the goals of the summit are:

1: To connect the dots among wellbeing, health and safety priorities, and mental health

2: To share lessons learned in building industry capacity and scaling implementation

3: To strengthen strategic alliances across the movement

FIVE CONTENT TRACKS:

1. Culture of Care and Psychological Safety
2. Suicide Prevention – Hope Through Action
3. Substance Use Disorders, Addictive Behaviors, Overdose Prevention and Recovery Support
4. Innovations in Mental Health Promotion
5. Physical and Environmental Root Causes for Mental Health Challenges

Link to conference website: https://constructionmentalhealth.org

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PRE-CONFERENCE EVENT RETREAT COURSE

Monday, February 23, 2026: Held at The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront

8am – 4:30pm

Eye of the Survivor - A Storytelling Retreat for People Impacted by Mental Health, Addiction and Suicide (8-hours) - Additional Ticket: $550 (includes breakfast, lunch, and training materials)

PRE-CONFERENCE SESSIONS

Tuesday, February 24, 2026: Held at The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront

8am – 4:30pm

VitalCog Train-the-Trainer Certification Course (8-hours) - Additional Ticket: $550 (includes breakfast, lunch, and training materials)

Building Resilience (8-hours) - Additional Ticket: $550 (includes breakfast, lunch, and training materials)

Peer Motivational Support Skills for Substance Use Recovery and Lifestyle Change (8-hours) - Additional Ticket: $550 (includes breakfast, lunch, and training materials)

Psychological First Aid: Building Trauma-Resilient Organizations (8-hours) - Additional Ticket: $550 (includes breakfast, lunch, and training materials)

Total Worker Health Solutions for Construction (4-hours) - Additional Ticket: $550 (includes breakfast, lunch, and training materials)

H2H: How to Transform the Future of Construction by Focusing on Your People (4-hours) - Additional Ticket: $275 (includes breakfast, lunch, and training materials)

SOCIAL MEET-UP

Tuesday, February 24, 2026: Location to be Announced Soon!

5pm – 6:30pm

Join Us for the Welcome Social Hour! Enjoy drinks and light appetizers as we kick off the Summit. We look forward to seeing you there!

SUMMIT WORKING AGENDA

Wednesday, February 25, 2026: Held at The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront

7:00AM: Registration and Exhibits Open

7:00AM - 8:00AM: Breakfast

8:00AM - 8:25AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks

8:30AM - 9:30AM: Opening Keynote – Josh Rizzo

9:35AM -10:35AM: Panel Discussion - MATES in Construction

10:35AM - 10:40AM: Toolbox Talk Finalist #1

11:10AM - 12:10PM: Track Breakout Sessions

12:10PM - 1:40PM: Lunch and Exhibits

1:40PM - 2:40PM: Track Breakout Sessions

2:40PM - 2:45PM: Toolbox Talk Finalist #2

2:45PM - 3:15PM: Panel Presentation

3:15PM - 3:20PM: Toolbox Talk Finalist #3

3:20PM – 3:25PM: Toolbox Talk Competition Live Voting

3:50PM - 4:50PM: Closing Keynote - Dr Colleen Saringer and Scott Satory

4:50PM - 5:00PM: Closing Remarks

AWARDS AND NETWORKING DINNER

Wednesday, February 25, 2026: Held at The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront

6pm - 9pm: Additional Ticket: $50

Join Us for the Awards and Networking Dinner! Enjoy a full dinner as part of your ticket, with a cash bar available for drink purchases. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and celebrate!

Thursday, February 26, 2026: Held at The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront

7:00AM: Exhibits Open

7:00AM - 8:00AM: Breakfast

8:00AM - 8:15AM: Welcome & Opening Remarks

8:15AM - 9:15AM: Opening Keynote - Allan Kelher

9:15AM - 10:15AM: Panel Discussion

10:45AM - 11:45AM: Track Breakout Sessions

11:45AM -1:00PM: Lunch

1:00PM - 2:00PM: Panel Discussion

2:20PM - 3:20PM: Sponsored Track Breakout Sessions

3:40PM - 4:40PM: Closing Keynote - Allan Abney

4:40PM - 4:50PM: Closing Remarks & Raffles

4:50PM - 5:00PM: Closing Experience

Josh graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and served as a Captain in Iraq, earning the Bronze Star Medal for his leadership. He later co-founded and led PTSD United, a nonprofit supporting mental health awareness, and held executive roles at WernerCo, where he earned multiple industry awards. Today, Josh speaks and facilitates internationally, helping individuals and organizations strengthen connection, leadership, and purpose at every level.

Dr. Colleen Saringer and Scott Satory are a husband-and-wife team combining lived experience and professional expertise to bring a real-world perspective to mental health in construction. Dr. Colleen, a blue-collar woman wrapped in a PhD package, has 25 years of experience helping organizations strengthen culture, communication, and wellbeing. Scott, owner of Service First Roofing in Atlanta, understands the mental, physical, and emotional demands of business ownership and believes true leadership begins with humility. Together, they share honest insights on building a business, protecting a relationship, and staying connected through the challenges of work and life.

Allan Kehler is a leading voice in mental health, resilience, and workplace wellness, known for his powerful storytelling and authenticity. Drawing from his personal experiences with mental illness, addiction, and recovery, Allan delivers keynotes that combine heart, humor, and practical tools for building connection and reducing stigma. With over 1,000 presentations worldwide, a TEDx talk on men and mental health, and five best-selling books, he’s become a trusted resource for organizations seeking to create healthier, more supportive workplaces.

Allan Abney is a seasoned leader and business strategist with over 25 years of experience in manufacturing and management. Known for his hands-on leadership style, he has driven major turnarounds and large-scale projects across the steel fabrication, lighting, and commercial roofing industries. As Senior Project Manager at Brazos Urethane, Allan has led some of the nation’s most complex builds, including Tesla’s Gigafactory and Samsung’s semiconductor facility in Texas. A passionate mentor and outdoorsman, he’s dedicated to fostering strong teams, innovative thinking, and lasting leadership.

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