Annual technology and cybersecurity conference expands programming to address construction industry's unique digital transformation challenges
YORK, PA – July 9, 2025 – Business Information Group (BIG), a leading technology consulting firm specializing in Central PA, announced BIG University 2025: “Casino Night,” scheduled for September 18, 2025. This is the eighth BIG University the company has hosted. This year the conference introduces a dedicated construction technology track, aligning with BIG’s corporate initiatives to help firms in the built environment minimize technology fatigue and maximize operational efficiency.
The full-day conference will feature three specialized tracks designed to address the evolving technology landscape facing technology teams, cybersecurity professionals, and business leaders in our community:
Track 1: Cybersecurity & IT – Interactive tabletop exercises and advanced sessions on AI implementation, cloud migration, and sophisticated security protocols to protect against emerging threats.
Track 2: Construction-Specific Technology Solutions – NEW for 2025, this track focuses exclusively on construction technology challenges with specialized sessions on Vista systems (formerly Viewpoint), plus cutting-edge insights on analytics, APIs, and construction-specific AI applications.
Track 3: Leadership Excellence – Strategic sessions on technology budgeting, economic forecasting, and leadership approaches that maximize ROI in today’s competitive construction market.
Featured Speakers:
Dr. Anirban Basu, Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, will present “Monetary Masala,” examining the post-2024 election economic landscape. With the presidential and congressional elections in the rearview, Dr. Basu will analyze whether the Federal Reserve has engineered a soft landing or if stagflation looms ahead. His presentation will focus on US and regional economic performance while discussing emerging risks to an economy that has surprised to the upside, addressing critical questions about America’s ability to continue pacing the advanced world amid expanding indebtedness, policy uncertainty, and over-extended asset values.
Jay Jayamohan, Executive Director of New Ventures at Harrisburg University, will deliver “Sparking Brilliance in a World of Possibilities,” exploring how creativity, emerging technologies, and breakthrough innovations are revolutionizing small and medium-sized businesses. This high-impact executive session is designed for forward-thinking C-suite leaders, combining strategic foresight with real-world applications tailored to mid-size enterprises. Attendees will discover actionable frameworks to spark innovation, build innovation muscles, and lead transformative change—learning to disrupt their own business models before competitors do.
Event Highlights:
- Three specialized learning tracks with industry-expert speakers
- Interactive tabletop cybersecurity exercises simulating real-world construction threats
- Vista-specific sessions
- Strategic leadership sessions on technology ROI and digital transformation
- Networking opportunities with fellow technology peers and community leaders
- Casino-themed luncheon with prizes and entertainment
The conference will culminate with BIG University’s first Casino Luncheon, where attendees can network while playing casino games for prizes. This interactive format encourages peer-to-peer learning and relationship building among industry professionals facing similar technology challenges.
BIG University 2025 is designed for technology leaders, C-suite executives, project managers, IT directors, and other professionals responsible for technology decisions within their organizations. The conference addresses critical industry challenges including cybersecurity threats, system integration complexities, ERP optimization, and the strategic implementation of emerging technologies like AI and automation.
Registration for BIG University 2025: “Casino Night” is now open. For complete event details and registration, visit https://registration.socio.events/e/bigu2025.