Shawn Van Dyke specializes in implementing operational and organizational strategies for construction companies of all sizes. He is known for his practical, insightful, and straightforward advice for construction business owners and helping them solve the specific problems they face.

The skills gap has been growing for decades because younger generations have not been encouraged to pursue a career in the trades. In his keynote address, “Hunting for Unicorns – Looking for Mythical Creatures with Magical Powers to Solve the Skills Gap,” Shawn will explain why hiring for skill is like hunting for unicorns. Successful construction companies in the next decade will be the ones who can attract and develop their own skilled labor force. Construction companies must shift from “looking for skill” to “recruiting for talent” to remain relevant in the coming decade. Millennials make up the largest portion of the workforce today, and construction companies that succeed in the future will need to develop recruiting, hiring and training practices that show these millennials a path and create opportunities for them along the way.

As a keynote speaker, Shawn travels the U.S. working with and training construction business owners on how to streamline their businesses.

After spending nearly 20 years in and around the construction industry owning and operating several businesses, he left the “C-Suite’ to focus on his mission: TO CHANGE THE WAY THE WORLD VIEWS THE TRADES.

He believes that the most effective way to restore society’s view of the skilled trades is to teach and train construction professionals how to grow and scale a successful construction business.

You’ll find his approach to helping you grow your business both practical and effective. He developed the methods and techniques he teaches you in his own businesses by being a student of business, leadership, and numbers…he is definitely a numbers guy.

Specifically, he helps you implement the systems you need to develop your data, track your performance, and plan for success.