NFP names new executive head of construction tech

NFP, an Aon company, has named Thomas Strong senior vice president of construction technology and innovation.

“Thomas is an outstanding addition who brings tremendous value to NFP’s North American C&I team,” said Adrian Pellen, managing director and co-leader of NFP’s Construction and Infrastructure (C&I) Group. “We’re witnessing rapid emergence and adoption of new technologies in the construction and infrastructure sector that enhance the experience for clients.

“By investing in talent, including Thomas, we’re enhancing our position to provide expertise on how to most effectively assess and implement technology to drive better performance and reduce risk.”

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Strong has more than two decades of experience working with construction technology, including as co-founder and CEO of Building Transformations, a non-profit focused on the adoption of new technologies across the architectural, engineering and construction industries.

Before his new role at NFP, Strong consulted for wired construction on assignments for building and infrastructure clients. He also previously held the chief technology officer position at EllisDon, one of North America’s largest construction companies.

Strong will report to Pellen in NFP’s Toronto office.

“I’m excited to join NFP’s future-minded C&I team and look forward to building on the progress they’ve made in recent years,” said Strong.

“Given the volume of recent advancements in construction technology, clients need guidance on how to stay competitive with tech while avoiding risk to their employees and projects. Adrian and his team have a foundation of trust with their clients and a record of improving efficiency, which are essential to driving our impact even further.”

NFP helps companies and individuals address their most significant risk, workforce, wealth management and retirement challenges. It has more than 7,700 employees in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, UK and Ireland.

David Gambrill