ANNUAL SHELLS & HALF SHELLS Monday, October 27, 2025 | 8:15AM – 5:00PM Our popular Shells & Half Shells event takes place on October 27 this year! Join us at Old Forge Sporting Clays for a fun round of clay shooting followed by networking and oysters on the half shell. We have morning and afternoon sessions available, as well as networking only tickets available. Don't miss out on our incredible raffle prize drawing! Raffle tickets available for purchase all day. Raffle prize drawing will take place during the afternoon reception. You do not need to be present to win. We'll notify all winners the day after the event. We sold out last year, so register early! **LIMITED AFTERNOON SESSIONS REMAINING: contact Kristen Altermatt for availability.** SAFETY: ALL attendees, regardless of experience, will be required to fill out a safety questionnaire and participate in a 15-minute safety training prior to their session. DOWNLOAD SAFETY QUESTIONNAIRE HERE MORNING SESSION 9:00AM – 11:30AM / Check-in begins at 8:15AM / Mandatory Safety Meeting at 8:45AM LUNCH 11:15AM – 1:00PM AFTERNOON SESSION 1:15PM – 3:30PM / Check-in begins at 11:15AM / Mandatory Safety Meeting at 1:00PM Lunch is included with both sessions NETWORKING 3:30PM – 5:00PM All shooters will […]
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OSHA 510 – OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization October 27 - 30, 2025 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This course covers OSHA Standards, policies, and procedures in the construction industry. Topics include scope and application of the OSHA Construction Standards, construction safety and health principles, and special emphasis on those areas in construction which are most hazardous. Upon course completion students will have the ability to define construction terms found in the OSHA Construction Standards, identify hazards which occur in the construction industry, locate and determine appropriate OSHA Construction Standards, policies, and procedures, and describe the use of the OSHA Construction Standards and regulations to supplement an ongoing safety and health program. Student Contact Hours: 26 Prerequisites: None Course Includes: Student binder, OSHA CFR 1926, Lunch and Refreshments This course is a prerequisite to the OSHA #500 Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry This course is a required courses for the Public Sector Safety & Health Fundamentals Certificate Program for Construction LOCATION ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility 1600 E […] |
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BRINGING YOUR CHILDREN INTO THE BUSINESS • VIRTUAL Tuesday, October 28, 2025 | 10:00AM – 11:30AM This virtual webinar addresses how to search for, develop, and transition the business to a family member (or other successor). As business owners, we know there is a delicate balance of maintaining family harmony while integrating children into the family enterprise and monetizing your hard work. Business owners get one chance relationally and financially, so don’t miss this opportunity. Presentation is 10-11am followed by 30-minute Q&A. Topics covered: • The family business quandary - keeping business and family conflicts separate • Allowing children (or your successor) to enter the family business and paths to increased responsibility • Preserving retirement income security for the senior generation • “Fair” versus “equitable” for non-active family members • IRS tax incentives and various transfer mechanisms for the business • The psychological process for the senior generation to gradually transition control • Estate and business valuation cons • Family harmony strategies SPEAKERS Donald S. Hannahs, CFP®, Oceanside Financial Strategies Parker Hannahs, Oceanside Financial Strategies LOCATION Virtual A Zoom link will be sent to attendees within 24 hours of webinar COST Members $30 Non-members $60 SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at […]
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2025 RICHMOND & HAMPTON ROADS PROJECT MANAGERS ACADEMY October 29 - 31, 2025 | 8:00AM – 6:00PM | See detailed schedule below **BRAND NEW ACADEMY to these regions! We expect to sell out - register early!** This three-day intensive program is geared toward Project Managers who are looking to improve their skills in the day-to-day management of successful construction projects and the leadership of today’s construction team. Students will sharpen their estimating, resource control, contract administration, scheduling and management skills through case studies and group exercises facilitated by three of our industry’s most talented instructors and construction leaders. Participants of this program will dramatically accelerate their growth and overall performance, thus increasing their value to their company and clients. This program is limited to 25 participants. Register early! Registration deadline is 5PM on Wednesday, October 22. WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The academy is designed for project managers and estimators with at least two years of on-the-job experience. SPEAKERS Patrick Dean, ABC Virginia Nicole Anderson, Clancy & Theys Eric Stichler, Heartland Construction Erik Mills, W.M. Jordan Company SCHEDULE October 29 8:00AM-6:30PM Breakfast, lunch and dinner/networking included October 30 8:00AM-6:15PM Breakfast, lunch and dinner/networking included October 31 8:00AM-12:00PM Breakfast, Certificate Ceremony with lunch […]
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FROM BLUEPRINT TO CERTIFICATION - CMMC ESSENTIALS FOR BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS IN FEDERAL WORK Wed, Oct 29, 2025 | 11:30AM - 1:00PM Ready to build your foundation in CMMC essentials? Join us for an exclusive webinar where we'll dive deep into the latest updates and best practices for implementing the CMMC requirements and preparing for assessments. Our speaker, Steve Molter from IntelliGRC, will guide you through the requirements for certification and what it means for your business. He will also share insights on effective preparation strategies, and address common questions faced during implementation. Plus, we'll explore the common challenges many contractors and subcontractors discover along the way. WHAT IS CMMC?The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is the Department of Defense’s standard for protecting sensitive information shared with contractors and subcontractors. If your firm works on federal projects, or plans to, understanding CMMC is essential. This session will break down what CMMC means for builders and contractors, how it affects your business, and the steps you can take to prepare for certification. LOCATION Zoom - a link will be sent to attendees within 24 hours of webinar Please note: online registration will close at 5PM on Tuesday, October 28. COST Members […]
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CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM) Monday, November 3, 2025 | 7:15AM - 5:00PM Do you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality, increase repeat business, and maintain your reputation, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors, brought to you by ABC-Virginia, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). This required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. Enroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government's requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. COST Member - $295 Non-Member - $395 Includes breakfast, lunch and course materials LOCATION ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 CONTACT Kristen Altermatt
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: BUNDLE UP FOR BABIES - COMMUNITY OUTREACH MIXER SUPPORTING LITTLE HANDS VIRGINIA Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 3:00PM - 5:00PM Bundle Up for Babies! The YP Committee welcomes you to join us as we support Little Hands Virginia in a hands-on volunteer event! October's Diaper Drive will support Little Hands and their families. We'll spend the afternoon bundling donated diapers and building a stronger connection with our community. Whether you can stay for the full event or drop in for a bit, your time will make a meaningful difference. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. **We will need boxes of diapers donated by members to support this effort! Throughout the month of October, please drop off unopened boxes of diapers to the ABC-VA Richmond office. Please reach out to ABC-VA Young Professionals Liaison Loren Muster if you would like to contribute but cannot make it to our office. Even just one box makes a difference!** Please drop off unopened diaper boxes to ABC-VA Richmond, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228. This event will benefit Little Hands Virginia, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides essentials and a little extra love to children newborn to three years old in […]
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SELL SMARTER: SPOT THESE 10 MISTAKES BEFORE THEY COST YOU Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 3:00PM - 5:00PM Business development isn’t just about knowing your trade - it’s about knowing how to win business. Too many contractors lose out on jobs because they make common but costly sales mistakes. In this fast-paced and practical session, we’ll break down The 10 Mistakes Salespeople Make: from bidding too soon to struggling with pricing conversations. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies to stand out, close more deals, and keep your pipeline full. If you’re tired of competing on price and ready to sell with confidence, this talk is for you. Who should attend: Sales/business development professionals, business owners, sales support staff, anyone looking to level up their sales or partnership skills. SPEAKER Robin Green, Owner/President, Ascend Performance, Inc., powered by Sandler Robin works with companies in a variety of industries develop proven and reliable methodologies to grow revenue. Serving clients from across the United States, the United Kingdom, and India, he is a frequent speaker at industry events and trade organizations on the topics of sales, communication, and leadership topics. LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 […]
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OSHA 7505 - INTRODUCTION TO INCIDENT (ACCIDENT) INVESTIGATION REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization Monday, November 10, 2025 | 8:00AM - 4:30PM This course covers an introduction to basic accident investigation procedures and describes accident analysis techniques. Course topics include reasons for conducting accident investigations, employer responsibilities related to workplace accident investigations, and a six step accident investigation procedure. The target audience is the employer, manager, employee or employee representative who is involved in conducting accident and/or near-miss investigations. Upon course completion students will have the basic skills necessary to conduct an effective accident investigation at the workplace. Prerequisites: None Course Includes: Student binder LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST $265 SCHEDULE Please visit CRSC registration link above |
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Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application (Virtual) Tuesday, November 11, 2025 | 1:00PM-5:00PM Great Estimators know that to be competitive and competent in the current market, their companies must continually be in search of an edge. “How can we approach this project differently than our competition?” Track 1 – The Estimating Principles Behind Every Bid: This open forum discussion led by a panel of experienced construction estimators explores advanced elements of construction estimating. Experienced estimators will be challenged to evaluate their own systems within the framework of current trends and models with an emphasis on Bluebeam. Every topic will be discussed from various perspectives to allow Estimators from across the spectrum to benefit. Learning Objectives: Cost/Price analysis Pricing project constraints How to build flexibility into your system Optimum time to complete Escalation Managing risk within the estimate Danger zones to avoid Track 2 – How Technology Can Produce Faster, More Accurate Estimates: Oftentimes simply being more visual in your bid scope can put you ahead of the competition by showing you truly understand the project. Each day we’ll spend some time demonstrating how technology can not only replace your highlighters, scales, and calculator, but fluid company standards for you and […]
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Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents (Virtual) November 12 & 13, 2025 | 1:00PM – 5:00PM This two-part online program is for entry-level architectural or engineering designers, apprentices, entry-level tradespersons, project coordinators, assistant project managers, new project managers, estimators, specialty sales representatives, or anyone in career transition looking for a refresher. Designed to quickly familiarize students with the basics of reading and understanding construction documents. From navigating title block information to combing through specification documents, participants will learn how to navigate a project and understand the material and construction requirements. Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for […]
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2025 STRIKE & BUILD: THE CONTRACTOR'S CLASSIC Wednesday, November 12, 2025 | 5:00PM - 8:00PM **ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED. Please contact Kristen Altermatt for availability.** Strike up some fun! Team up with your colleagues and show off your bowling skills - we're back at Bowl America Short Pump for our annual bowling showdown! The tournament will kick off at 5:30PM. Get ready for an epic night of: 🏆 Friendly competition 🎁 Great prizes 🎉 Team spirit 🍟 Food, drinks & unforgettable team building fun Prizes for: Top 3 Teams • Best Dressed • Most Strikes • Most Spares • Best Bowling Style Form a team or come solo! We’ll match you up - everyone’s welcome! **ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED. Please contact Kristen Altermatt for availability.** Registration deadline: November 7, 2025. Any cancellations must be made by 5PM on November 7, 2025. SPONSORSHIPS Event Sponsor $1,150 – includes one (1) five-person team, large signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials Bar Sponsor $950 – includes one (1) five-person team, signage at bar, logo/name on marketing materials Trophy Sponsor $300 – includes signage, logo/name on marketing materials Contest Sponsor $200 – includes signage, logo/name on marketing materials SPONSORS - THANK YOU! LOCATION Bowl America, Short Pump 4400 Pouncey […]
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OSHA 502 - UPDATE FOR CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY OUTREACH TRAINERS REGISTER HERE Offered by Mid Atlantic OTI Education Center, this course will be held at ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, Host Training Organization November 12 - 14, 2025 | 8:00AM - 4:00PM This course is designed for Outreach Training Program trainers who have completed OSHA #500 Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry and are authorized trainers in the OSHA Outreach Training Program. The course provides an update on OSHA Construction Standards, policies, and regulations. Upon course completion students will have the ability to demonstrate continued professional development in their field by applying effective adult learning principles and interactive training techniques to clearly identify, define, and explain construction industry hazards and acceptable corrective measures as they continue to teach the 10- and 30-hour Construction Outreach Training Program classes. Student Contact Hours: 18 Prerequisites: OSHA #500 Trainers Course in OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry. Authorized Outreach Training Program trainers are required to attend this course once every four years (4) to maintain their trainer status. Prior to registration, students must provide a copy of their current Outreach Training Program trainer card or an official transcript showing successful completion of the OSHA […] |
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NEC 2020 UPDATE COURSE ABC Virginia is offering the 2020 NEC Update in order to accommodate Continuing Education requirements. The Individual License and Certification Regulations adopted by the Board for Contractors, Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, on April 1, 2007 (18 VAC 50-30-120) provide that all individuals renewing a journeyman or masters license after December 1, 2007, shall be required to satisfactorily complete a continuing education course from a provider approved by the board. The following course has been approved by the Board for Contractors, Virginia Department of Occupational Regulation, as meeting the continuing education requirements for licensed tradesmen (journeyman and masters), in accordance with the provisions of 18 VAC 50-30-120. *State Approved Continuing Education Course SCHEDULE Thursday, November 13, 2025 5:00PM – 9:00PM INSTRUCTOR David G. Humphrey, Code Making Panel Chair, Senior Electrical Inspector, Plan Review Engineer LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST Member – $99 Non-Member – $129 CANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION POLICY Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Questions? Contact Sherrie Dickerson
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Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) – Option 1 Monday, November 17, 2025 | 12:00PM-2:00PM **This class is a mandatory pre-requisite for Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates.** Regardless of your experience with Bluebeam, we highly recommend taking the full course of Baseline Basics, Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates to ensure you get the most value out of your training and time with expert Troy DeGroot. Attendees will learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy. Learning Objectives: Interface Navigation Calibration & Measurements Introduction to the Markups List Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding […]
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Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) – Option 2 Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 12:00PM-2:00PM **This class is a mandatory pre-requisite for Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates.** Regardless of your experience with Bluebeam, we highly recommend taking the full course of Baseline Basics, Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates to ensure you get the most value out of your training and time with expert Troy DeGroot. Attendees will learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy. Learning Objectives: Interface Navigation Calibration & Measurements Introduction to the Markups List Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding […]
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PLUG IN AND PROSPER: MEET THE COMMITTEES PLUS: NEW & PROSPECTIVE MEMBER WELCOME Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 4:00PM - 6:00PM Join us for an afternoon of networking and discovery with ABC-VA! This is a FREE event for new and prospective members, as well as current ABC-VA members interested in getting more involved. This event is all about learning and connecting - there’s no obligation to join a committee, but we hope you’ll find one that sparks your interest! This special networking happy hour hosted by ABC-VA committee chairs will walk you through the ABCs of your ABC membership — showing you, in real time, how to: ✅ Leverage ABC-VA’s resources to elevate your career ✅ Build relationships that strengthen your professional network ✅ Give back to the construction industry *SPECIAL OFFER* Bring a non-member construction industry guest, and you’ll receive a FREE ticket to our March networking event at McCormack’s Big Whisky Grill! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with your ABC-VA community. COMMITTEES Management Education • Membership • Networking & Involvement • Safety • Young Professionals LOCATION DPR Construction 4305 Cox Road, Glen Allen, VA 23060 COST Free for members (& prospective) - registration required Questions? […]
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SUPERINTENDENTS ACADEMY 2025 - CENTRAL VIRGINIA LOCATION November 19 - 21, 2025 | 7:30AM - 5:00PM Calling all future construction leaders! 📢 Superintendents Academy hits Central Virginia! Join us for ABC-VA’s annual Superintendents Academy to learn firsthand from industry professionals. This training features interactive sessions on the following topics with all subjects geared toward the modern Superintendent: Project Administration and Processes Safety and Risk Management Quality and Quality Control Contracts and Jobsite Documentation Budgeting and Estimating Construction Practices on the Jobsite Construction Planning and Productivity Jobsite Technology Personal Skills and Habits Goal Setting Time Management Communication Jobsite Leadership **Limited to 25 participants. We anticipate the Academy to sell out - register early!** WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The academy is designed for superintendents of all experience levels. SPEAKERS Frank Bliley, WM Jordan Company Thomas Hearn, Retired (DAVIS Construction) Jeremy Crumley, Balfour Beatty Brad Mohler, ColonialWebb Contractors Keith Klammer, Atlantic Constructors, Inc Michael Bellaman, ABC-National President & CEO SCHEDULE November 19 7:30AM-5:00PM Breakfast & Lunch included November 20 8:30AM-5:30PM Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Networking included November 21 7:30AM-12:00PM Breakfast & Certificate Ceremony included COST Members — $825 Non-Members — $1,175 SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no […]
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Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 12:00PM-2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – November 17) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – November 18) With Revu’s intuitive measurement tools and customizable interface, we can turn your highlighters into a data rich takeoff tools. We’ll start out going through the standard measurement tools and settings, then move into various customization options and discuss the results in the Markups List. Learning Objectives: Introduction to Viewports Measurement Tips & Tricks Custom Estimating Tools Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for a […] |
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Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 12:00PM - 2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – November 17) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – November 18) & Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (November 19) After finishing the Bluebeam Takeoffs & Estimates – Basics course we’ll move into creating custom columns, embedding formulas, and information organization. Did you know you can export to an Excel spreadsheet, or even link directly to that Excel template file full of formulas you’ve been using for years? Learning Objectives: Custom Estimating Tools (Continued from “Material Takeoffs & Estimates-Basics”) Collecting Rich Data with Custom Columns Reports and Exporting Data Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities […]
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CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 7:00AM - 11:30AM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling, with confidence, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. LOCATION ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST Member: $88 Non-Member: $115 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Sherrie Dickerson
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CENTRAL VIRGINIA’S 5TH ANNUAL IN-HOUSE CRAFT COMPETITION Friday, November 21, 2025 | 8:00AM – 5:00PM Come join us for our Annual Craft Competition where we will have 12 contestants across 3 trades compete to become the best of the best! Winners of the competition will have the opportunity to go to the ABC National Craft Competition in Salt Lake City, Utah, to compete for the honors of being ABC National Champions! Will your apprentice be the one that brings home a metal this year? Lunch will be provided for all sponsors, competitors, and judges by Slideways Mobile Bistro! This is always a fan favorite. Please note: only third- and fourth-year apprentices are eligible to compete. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Event Sponsor $1,000 – includes name on website, signage at event as event sponsor, name on award certificates, name on t-shirt, special recognition during announcements, lunch Tool Sponsor $800 – includes name on website, name on event t-shirt, event marketing materials and award certificates Prize Sponsor $650 – includes name on website, signage at event, name on event t-shirt, marketing materials and award certificates T-Shirt Sponsor $500 – includes name on front of event t-shirt, website, event marketing material and award certificates, signage at event Refreshment […]
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Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals (Virtual) Tuesday, November 25, 2025 | 12:00PM-2:00PM Administrative teams have unique document workflows that demand a different set of tools compared to design and construction teams. A typical Bluebeam class concentrates on design markups, estimating and collecting field data, but this class is very different! In just two hours you’ll be ready to combine documents, mark for redaction, apply digital signatures and several other important administrative tasks. Learning Objectives: Extracting pages from existing documents Use Redaction to quickly clean sensitive information from documents Creating and applying digital signatures Updating Page Labels Applying headers and footers Search document text and visual symbols Apply stamps Flag important content in documents Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, […]
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BEYOND THE HYPE: REAL TALK ABOUT A.I. IN CONSTRUCTION ROUNDTABLE Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 11:30AM - 1:00PM A.I. is already reshaping the construction industry - what's next? Join us for an open discussion focused on A.I. making real-world impact in our industry and implementation strategies. Monty Lay, Director of Preconstruction at ColonialWebb Contractors, and Shane Oberholtzer, President of eTEC Mechanical Corporation, will open the program with an overview of AI's influence on the construction industry from capital investment to construction demand, and what it means for your business - even if you are not using AI yet. We’ll cut through the hype to explain what AI really is: how it’s evolved and where it stands today, including tools like ChatGPT and other Large Language Models (LLMs). Monty and Shane will wrap up with real-world examples of using AI-powered Excel for project management and applying AI to improve sales and training. Then it’s time for some real talk! Attendees will dive into an interactive discussion on how firms are adopting and implementing AI, the challenges they face, and what the future of AI looks like in construction. Who should attend: Construction Executives & Project Managers, anyone exploring AI’s role in […]
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HOLIDAY KICK-OFF AT THE BOATHOUSE SUPPORTING FEED MORE Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 6:00PM - 8:00PM Kick Off the Holiday Season with your favorite ABC-VA members at the Boathouse - Rocketts Landing in Richmond! Enjoy stunning city skyline and river views while we jingle and mingle and sip, savor, and celebrate another successful year together! We’ll also be honoring our incredible committee chairs for their outstanding service to our organization, and you won’t want to miss a sneak peek at what’s in store for 2026! In the spirit of the season, we’ll also be collecting non-perishable food donations and monetary contributions for Feed More in support of our local community efforts to provide healthy meals for our neighbors in need. Dress Code: Business, Cocktail, or Festive Attire PLEASE NOTE: Registration will close at 5:00PM on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by November 26 COB Event Sponsor $1,500 – three (3) registrations, 2-minute welcome address at event, signage, recognition in event emails Bar Sponsor $950 – two (2) registrations, signage, recognition in event emails Hors D'oeuvres Sponsor $650 – one (1) registration, signage, recognition in event emails Prize Sponsor $350 – signage, recognition in event emails Select during registration or […]
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2025 Strike & Build: The Contractor’s Classic Bowling Tournament 11/12 CV
Beyond the Hype: Real Talk about A.I. in Construction Roundtable 12/4 CV