Jennifer Bagley, Founder and CEO of CI Web Group, spoke at METALCON 2026 on October 7, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Addressing metal construction contractors at the Tools & Technology Learning Center, her session — “Command. Converse. Delegate.” — gave contractors a practical AI playbook: command the technology instead of fearing it, converse with customers the way they buy now, and delegate execution to systems that work while the team sleeps.
What the session covered
- How AI search (ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews) is changing how contractors get found
- A live look at Hydra OS Central Intelligence, the platform behind 1,000+ trades businesses
- The adoption gap: technology isn’t the problem — implementation is
“The contractors who win the next decade won’t be the ones with the biggest crews.”
“Metal construction doesn’t have a technology problem. It has an adoption problem,” Bagley told the room. “The contractors who win the next decade won’t be the ones with the biggest crews. They’ll be the ones who learn to command the machines.”
About the event
METALCON 2026, the metal construction industry’s annual business and education summit, ran October 7-9, 2026, in Orlando, Florida, marking its 35th year. Bagley’s session at the Tools & Technology Learning Center was sponsored by Cidan Machinery Group and filmed by TradeUp Marketing.
Evening with clients and strategic partners
Following the session, Bagley hosted clients and strategic partners for a private dinner in Orlando, including Stephanie Allen, CEO of AirWorks Solutions; Built for the Trades; and TradeUp Marketing.
Book Jennifer Bagley to speak
Jennifer Bagley keynotes trades and construction events nationwide on AI, marketing, and leadership. Speaking inquiries: jenniferbagley.com
Frequently asked questions
Who is Jennifer Bagley?
Jennifer Bagley is the Founder and CEO of CI Web Group and an AI keynote speaker for the trades (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and home services). She is the author of Hands Up and creator of Hydra OS.
What did Jennifer Bagley speak about at METALCON 2026?
She spoke on AI, marketing, and talent for metal construction contractors. Her session, “Command. Converse. Delegate.,” covered how contractors can adopt AI, meet customers in AI search, and delegate work to intelligent systems.
Where was METALCON 2026 held?
At the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, October 7-9, 2026.
How do I book Jennifer Bagley as a speaker?
Through jenniferbagley.com