Meet today’s panelists and facilitator:

TIM WHICKER, President of Electric Plus, has been in the industry for over 35 years. He started Electric Plus in garage 20 years ago with 2 electricians. Today they have offices throughout Indiana: Avon, Bloomington, Lafayette, and Kokomo. Electric Plus is now at $215M with over 875 team members. In 2024, the company converted to an ESOP. Electrici Plus has been recognized as a “Best Places to Work” for 6 years in a row.

JASON ELLS has spent the last 27 years building a career around two things he loves most: concrete and people. As President of Custom Concrete, he leads with a people-first mindset, believing that strong relationships are the foundation of every successful project. He works closely with home builders, general contractors, and teams across the industry to continuously improve processes, share knowledge, and improve quality —because every great structure starts with a solid foundation. A passionate advocate for workforce development, Jason is focused on making Custom Concrete a destination employer where talented individuals can always have their last first day.

KATE VIENNA has been the CEO and Visionary of Bramwell-McKay Property Services and Consultants since late 2024. She leads a full time team of industry-leading craftsmen and consultants performing work in seven states with services across the US. Two members on staff have the distinction of being 40-year Master Masons. Kate has a history in the skilled trades, and an entrepreneurial background in business and consulting and is a MCAA committee member for trade careers and education.

CHRIS MILLS, President and Partner of trueU, is an innovative and service-driven leader with more than 30 years of experience spanning manufacturing, healthcare, energy, business services, and consumer products. Known for her ability to inspire others, spark strategic growth, and turn complex challenges into opportunities, Chris blends business acumen with a deep commitment to people. As a business executive and trusted advisor, Chris brings extensive expertise in leadership development, succession planning, and the full spectrum of human resources strategy. She believes that when HR leaders think beyond the traditional scope, they can become true catalysts for organizational transformation. That belief fuels her passion for coaching leaders to reach their highest potential—helping them align talent, culture, and strategy so people become the engine driving sustainable growth. Chris’s areas of focus include culture development, mental health leader training, HR and business process design, compliance, performance management, change leadership, team development, and creating strategies to attract, develop, and retain exceptional talent.