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SUMMARY:Introduction to Microsoft Project (Virtual) 6/17
DESCRIPTION:INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT PROJECT: GETTING STARTED\nWednesday\, June 17\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nManaging time\, tasks\, people and resources effectively can make the difference between success and failure when completing a complex project. In this Introduction to Microsoft Project 2016: Getting Started class\, students will spend time getting comfortable with the Project 2016 user interface\, including project views and the ribbon. They will also learn to enter\, organize\, and link tasks\, work with resources\, and create projects independently. The course allows time to practice fundamental basic skills essential for efficient use of this program. \nKEY TAKEAWAYS\nNot just an “introductory” course\, this virtual one-day training offers a deep dive into the essential features of Microsoft Project so that attendees can immediately put the software to use planning and managing their projects when they return to work.\n• Learn to create and manage simple projects.\n• Learn to enter and manage tasks.\n• Learn to work with a project calendar.\n• Learn to add and manage project resources and work with the resource sheet.\n• Learn to create basic reports for your project. \nEmbrace the opportunity to enhance your project management skills through this engaging\, virtual learning experience.\nThis event is held on Zoom and will require participants to have a reliable internet connection. We also ask that participants have Microsoft Project 2016 installed on their computer. \nINSTRUCTOR\nTom Patton\, Project Management Services Bureau \nLOCATION\nVirtual – a Zoom link will be emailed to participants within 24 hours of training \nCOST\nMembers: $245\nNon-Member: $335\nDISCOUNT Additional Members from Same Company: $195 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nA 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. \nQUESTIONS\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/intro-ms-project-june-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T080000
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 6/19 CV
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nFriday\, June 19\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 12:00PM \nABC 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. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central VA Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMember: $98\nNon-Member: $125\nIncludes training materials\, lunch\, and snacks. \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nSherrie Dickerson
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-6-18-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Sherrie Dickerson":MAILTO:sherrie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T070000
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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management (CQM) 6/24 VIRTUAL NV **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT\n**FULL. Please email Shaye Curry to be put on waitlist.**\nWednesday\, June 24\, 2026  |  7:00AM – 5:00PM  |  Virtual\nThe Construction Quality Management course offers prospective QC Managers and Administrators the opportunity to satisfy the CQM-C training requirements specified in most USACE and NAVFAC construction contracts. This course must be taken and the final test must be passed by any person aspiring to be the QC Manager/Administrator or alternate. The Contractors Quality Control (CQC) requirements and the Governments Quality Assurance (QA) roles are reviewed. Training materials provided. \nA course certificate\, valid for a five-year period from the date of the class\, will be awarded to those who satisfactorily complete the training and pass the final exam. At this time\, any person who needs to recertify must attend a class. \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nAttendees will receive class link within 24 hours before course begins. \nSCHEDULE\n7:15AM – Webinar Opens\n7:30AM – Class Starts\n5:00PM – Class Ends \nCOST\nMember – $75\nNon-Member – $100 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made within 48 hours of training. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally register individual(s) can no longer attend. \nQuestions?\nContact Jenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-cqm-6-24-virtual-nv/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:Earning and Owning Your Seat at the Table 6/24
DESCRIPTION:EARNING AND OWNING YOUR SEAT AT THE TABLE WITH JAMIE VANEK\nWednesday\, June 24\, 2026  |  10:00AM – 11:00AM  |  Virtual\nPull up a chair and get ready to confidently claim your seat at the table! In this interactive session\, you’ll explore strategies to elevate your presence and advocate for your expertise. With relatable examples and simple strategies\, you’ll leave this session ready to build influence\, take on new opportunities\, and own your role. \nIn this session you will learn:\n• How to conquer limiting beliefs\n• Tips for advocating for yourself\n• How to increase value by aligning your role with the company’s vision \nThis session is for anyone ranging from entry-level positions to mid-level managers looking to have a greater impact within their organization\, both in the office and in the field. \nSPEAKER\nJamie Vanek\, President\, Etolin Strait Development Group – Jamie Vanek made the unexpected career leap from teaching to construction in 2007 and discovered a passion for project management and team leadership. After diving deep into the federal contracting industry through construction\, Jamie has led projects and teams across the country in support of many federal agencies including NAVFAC\, USACE\, FBI\, NIWC\, Coast Guard. Department of Veteran Affairs\, and Air Force. Jamie is currently President of Etolin Strait Development Group\, an Alaska Native 8(a) Company\, headquartered in Norfolk\, Virginia\, and executing contracts from Washington DC to Georgia. \nAs a female leader in the construction industry\, author\, TEDx speaker\, and facilitator\, Jamie has been featured in Construction Business Owner\, Construction Executive\, ThriveGlobal\, and other digital publications about leading in the construction industry. Visit Jamie’s website to learn more  |  Watch Jamie’s TEDx Talk! \nPlease note: online registration will close at 5PM on Tuesday\, June 23\, 2026.\nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 24 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers – $35\nNon-Members – $65 \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/ownyourseat/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Meredith Strahan":MAILTO:meredith@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Excel Training for Construction Professionals 6/24 CV
DESCRIPTION:INTERMEDIATE EXCEL TRAINING FOR CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS\nWednesday\, June 24\, 2026  |  3:00PM – 5:00PM\nLevel up your Excel skill set – This intermediate Excel program builds on basic skills to help construction professionals analyze data\, control calculations\, combine information from multiple sources\, and create clear visual summaries for decision making. The instructor will also demonstrate how to use AI in Excel to streamline tasks and improve your work flow. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n1. Smarter Calculations: Making spreadsheet calculations respond automatically to different conditions and using logic to control results based on project data\n2. Working With Data Tables – Pulling information from reference tables and calculating values based on matching items such as labor classes\, material types\, or cost codes\n3. Spreadsheet Collaboration – Sharing Excel files with multiple users\, understanding how changes are tracked\, and best practices to avoid overwriting work\n4. Protecting Your Work – Locking important cells so calculations can’t be accidentally changed\, allowing users to edit only specific areas\, and protecting worksheets and files\n5. Linking Multiple Spreadsheets – connecting data between different Excel files\, using linked files for project roll-ups and reporting\n6. Visualizing Data – Creating basic charts and graphs \nThis is a hands-on learning class – bring your laptop (with a copy of Excel pre-loaded)\, a mouse\, and a power cord to class. \nINSTRUCTOR\nMonty Lay\, Director of Preconstruction\, ColonialWebb Contractors \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAll administrative and construction professionals looking to level up their Excel skills \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 East Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers – $55\nNon-Members – $85 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice must be received by 5PM on June 22\, 2026\, for a refund. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/intermediate-excel-training-for-construction-professionals-6-24-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T160000
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals: Happy Hour at Harlan's 6/25 CV
DESCRIPTION:YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: HAPPY HOUR AT HARLAN’S\nThursday\, June 25\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 6:00PM\nJoin ABC-VA’s Young Professionals for an evening of networking and connection at Harlan Construction’s newly opened office. As one of ABC-VA’s newest members\, Harlan Construction is excited to welcome fellow young professionals into their new space for a casual happy hour focused on building relationships and growing your network within the industry. \nThis is a great opportunity to connect with other up-and-coming professionals in construction while checking out Harlan’s new office. Enjoy refreshments\, conversations\, and a relaxed atmosphere with fellow industry professionals. \nThis event is for Young Professionals 40 & under. \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nBar $400 – two (2) registrations\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials \nLOCATION\nHarlan Construction\n501 Orleans Street\, Suite 1\, Richmond\, VA 23231 \nCOST \nABC-VA Young Professionals – $40\nNon-Members — $55\nIncludes light appetizers and two (2) drinks \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease 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. \nQuestions?\nContact Loren Muster
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/harlans/
LOCATION:Harlan Construction\, 501 Orleans Street\, Suite 1\, Richmond\, 23231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Loren Muster":MAILTO:loren@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T163000
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SUMMARY:2026 Central Virginia Apprenticeship Graduation 6/26 CV
DESCRIPTION:2026 CENTRAL VIRGINIA APPRENTICESHIP GRADUATION CEREMONY\nFriday\, June 26\, 2026  |  Dominion Energy Center\, Richmond\, VA  |  4:30PM – 9:30PM\nCelebrate the hard work and success of our newest professionals at one of Richmond’s most historic and beautiful landmarks! We are proud to announce that this year’s Apprenticeship Graduation will be held at the stunning Dominion Energy Center. Originally opened in 1928 as a Spanish-style masterpiece\, the historic Carpenter Theatre provides the perfect backdrop to honor the dedication and craft of our graduates. \nPlease note: business casual attire required. No work clothing or boots. \nIf you would prefer to email or mail your registration form\, click here to download form\nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nYour sponsorship is vital to making this graduation a success. By partnering with us\, you are helping to celebrate your Graduate in style at the historic Dominion Energy Center. Choose the level that best fits your commitment to our new craft professionals. \nDIAMOND $1\,700 \n• The Marquee Treatment: Your name and logo displayed on the lighted marquee outside the building for all of downtown Richmond to see!\n• Stage Presence: Logo featured on the stage backdrop and a personal note to your apprentices appearing on the scrolling screen on stage.\n• Permanent Recognition: Your name and logo on the back of the graduation plaques.\n• Maximum Visibility: Name and logo on all marketing materials\, the website\, hallway displays\, and prominent signage in the front lobby\, logo and name on lighted marquee outside of building\, and personal note to your apprentices appearing on scrolling screen onstage \nPLATINUM $1\,500 \n• The Marquee Treatment: Your name and logo displayed on the lighted marquee outside the building for all of downtown Richmond to see!\n• Plaque Recognition: Your name and logo featured on the back of the graduate plaques\n• Venue-Wide Branding: Name and logo displayed on the stage backdrop\, in the hallways\, and on all marketing materials\n• Digital Presence: name and logo on our website \nGOLD $1\,100\n• Stage & Web: Your name and logo featured on the stage backdrop and the official website\n• Plaque Recognition: Your name and logo featured on the back of the graduate plaques\n• Venue-Wide Branding: Name and logo displayed on the stage backdrop\, in the hallways\, and on all marketing materials\n• Digital Presence: name and logo on our website \nSILVER $800\n• Stage & Web: Your name and logo featured on the stage backdrop and the official website\n• Tabletop Honors: Your branding featured on tabletop signage\n• Marketing: Inclusion in event marketing materials \nBRONZE $550\n• Essential Branding: Your name and logo on the website and all marketing materials\n• Tabletop Honors: Your branding featured on tabletop signage at the event \nGRADUATION TICKET\n$85 per attendee\nIncludes admission\, ceremony\, food and entertainment \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!          \n                                                    \nLOCATION\nThe Carpenter Theatre at Dominion Energy Center\n600 E Grace St\, Richmond\, VA 23219 \nWhy This Venue?\nOur graduates have spent years mastering their trades\, so it is only fitting to celebrate them in a place known for its own incredible craftsmanship. Designed by architect John Eberson\, the theater is famous for its “atmospheric” design. As we hand out certificates\, you’ll be seated under a famous faux sky ceiling featuring twinkling stars and moving clouds\, designed to make you feel like you are in a grand Spanish courtyard. It is a space that honors history while looking toward the future—just like our graduates. \nJoin us for an evening of celebration\, community\, and achievement! \nQuestions?\nContact Sherrie Dickerson
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cvgrad26/
LOCATION:Dominion Energy Center\, 600 E Grace St Suite 400\, Richmond\, 23219
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Sherrie Dickerson":MAILTO:sherrie@abcva.org
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