Chicago Build Expo
The Midwest's Leading & Largest Construction Show
Yellow AI Summary
The Chicago Build Expo is a biennial trade show held at McCormick Place in Chicago, attracting over 30,000 attendees from the construction, design, and related sectors. This event showcases products, services, and innovations across key areas including AI & Digital Construction, Fire Safety & Security, and HVACR, featuring insights from industry leaders such as AECOM and Arctaris Impact Investors. Now in its 2026 edition, the expo is expanding with dedicated zones for AI & Digital Construction and HVACR to address evolving industry trends and sustainability goals.
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Yellow's Take
With over 30,000 attendees and a strong focus on the booming Chicago construction market, this trade show promises a high-quality audience for B2B marketers targeting the industry's decision-makers, further bolstered by impressive speakers from leading firms like AECOM and Clayco. While the robust attendee numbers and industry niche are clear wins, the absence of readily available exhibitor and sponsorship pricing creates a notable gap for potential participants evaluating ROI. This event is a prime opportunity to connect with a concentrated, industry-specific buyer pool, but prospective exhibitors will need to directly inquire for crucial cost details.
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Press Reviews Sentiment
“Chicago Build 2025 was a masterclass in collaboration and forward thinking. High-quality attendees and companies ready to spend.”
Press Reviews
“Chicago Build 2025 Shatters Records and Energizes the Industry with hundreds of brands showcasing the latest technologies.”
“I almost did not attend because of the show being regional, but it was the best show I've attended.”
“Chicago Build Expo Launches Dedicated HVACR Zone for 2026 Event to address evolving energy and sustainability goals.”
“We have walked away with a year's worth of valuable contacts. This was incredible.”
“Brand New AI & Digital Construction Zone Announced for Chicago Build 2026, showcasing how buildings are designed, delivered and managed.”
“At the Build Expo, customers find you, you don't have to find them — and that is valuable.”
“Chicago Build 2026 is the Midwest's leading construction and design show, bringing together 30,000+ industry professionals.”
“Chicago Build 2025 Shatters Records and Energizes the Industry. The most successful edition to date.”
“The Chicago Build Expo was the best show I have attended in years — plenty of space and extremely organized.”
Topics
Speakers
Ross Wimer
Senior Vice President & Americas Architecture Lead, AECOM
Jeannette Lenear Peruchini
Vice President | Managing Principal, AECOM
Corey Zussman
QA/QC Vice President, AECOM Hunt
Joe Sugiyama
Principal of Real Estate and Portfolio Management, Arctaris Impact Investors
Mary Person
Senior Vice President, Clayco
James Holt
Vice President of Virtual Construction, Clune Construction
Mike Themanson
Vice President of Safety, Clune Construction
Emily Frazer-Smith
Vice President, Interiors Studio Leader , Corgan
Past Speakers (2024)
Marlene Hopkins
Commissioner, Chicago Department of Buildings
Ross Wimer
SVP and Americas Architecture Lead, AECOM
Luke Leung
Principal, Sustainable Engineering Studio, SOM
Exhibitor & Booth Pricing
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