BAM Digital Director Champions Inclusion and Allyship in Construction Industry
Alex Richards, IT & Digital Construction Director at Koninklijke BAM Groep NV, emphasizes the importance of allyship, sponsorship, and inclusion in the construction industry. He shares his journey from criminal psychology to IT leadership, highlighting the need for leaders to actively support underrepresented groups. Richards participated in the 'Mavericks' panel at AmplifyHER, advocating for challenging exclusionary behaviors and using influence to support others. This AI-generated news brief is for informational purposes only and not financial advice.
Alex Richards, IT & Digital Construction Director at Koninklijke BAM Groep NV, recently spoke about the importance of allyship, sponsorship, and inclusion within the construction industry. In the discussion, Richards highlighted his unconventional path from criminal psychology to IT leadership and emphasized that people are central to overcoming workplace challenges. He shared personal experiences of mentoring and sponsoring colleagues to ensure their achievements are recognized, stressing that inclusion requires active effort from leaders. Richards also reflected on his participation in the ‘Mavericks’ panel at AmplifyHER, which underscored the need to challenge exclusionary behaviors and use influence to support others, especially in underrepresented groups. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Royal BAM Group NV published the original content used to generate this news brief on November 25, 2025, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2025 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here
