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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 3/5 HR **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\n**FULL. Please email Rachel Fronius to be put on waitlist and/or register for our next training on March 18.**\nWednesday\, March 5\, 2025  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\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. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nRachel Fronius
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-3-5-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T020123
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SUMMARY:Women in Construction Week: Together We Rise Brunch 3/6 HR **SOLD OUT**
DESCRIPTION:WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK: TOGETHER WE RISE BRUNCH\n**SOLD OUT! Please email Rachel Fronius to be put on waitlist.**\nThursday\, March 6\, 2025  |  10:30AM – 12:30PM\nCelebrate Women in Construction with us! During WIC Week 2025\, ABC-VA’s Inclusion Diversity & Merit committee\, along with NAWIC’s Greater Tidewater Chapter and Women in Defense Greater Hampton Roads\, are hosting a delicious plated brunch filled with networking and guest speakers. This event sells out every year – register early! This event is open to the public—any gender\, any age\, any profession\, students\, members & non-members of NAWIC or ABC\, etc. are welcome to attend. \nPANELISTS\nDonna Long\, President\, GovSolutions\, Inc.\nHeather Robinson\, President\, Tazewell Contracting\nGaela Normile\, Associate / Construction Attorney\, Woods Rogers \nSPECIAL GUEST – VIRGINIA BEACH MAYOR\nMayor Bobby Dyer was sworn in on Nov. 20\, 2018\, and is the first veteran to be directly elected as mayor in Virginia Beach history. He currently serves as the City Council liaison to the Bikeways and Trails Advisory Committee\, the Clean Community Commission\, the Community Services Board\, the Hampton Roads Military and Federal Facilities Alliance\, the Hampton Roads Planning District Commission\, the Hampton Roads Transportation Accountability Commission\, the Hampton Roads Transportation Planning Organization\, the Human Rights Commission\, the Open Space Advisory Committee\, and the Process Improvement Steering Committee\, which he initiated. \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by March 3 COB\nEvent Sponsor $250 – includes one (1) comped registration\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials\nTable Sponsor $280 – includes table with eight (8) registrations\, signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials (3 available)\nSelect during registration or email Rachel Fronius to sponsor! \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!\n       \nAGENDA\n10:30AM: Arrival/registration/networking\n11AM: Brunch\n11:30AM: Panel discussion\n12:00PM: Q&A\n12:15PM: Outro \nCOST\nMembers – $35 (ABC-VA\, NAWIC & Women in Defense)\nNon-Members – $45\nIncludes plated brunch \nLOCATION\nTown Center City Club\n222 Central Park Avenue\, #230\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23462 \nCANCELLATIONS/SUBSTITUTIONS POLICY\nCancellations must be made within 48 hours of event for a full refund. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. \nQuestions?\nPlease contact Rachel Fronius
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/wic25/
LOCATION:Town Center City Club\, 222 Central Park Avenue\, Suite 230\, Virginia Beach\, 23462\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T020123
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SUMMARY:Avoiding Conflict: From Prevention to De-escalation and Gaining Collaboration | Lunch & Learn 3/11 HR
DESCRIPTION:AVOIDING CONFLICT: FROM PREVENTION TO DE-ESCALATION AND GAINING COLLABORATION\nTuesday\, March 11\, 2025  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM  |  Lunch & Learn\nConflict happens. Recognizing the triggers on your team or with others is the first step to prevention. Knowing how to de-escalate situations is often more difficult than we think. We will cover techniques to avoid conflict\, but also provide practical communications to build more collaboration. Training will include role play with scenarios at different points of a conflict. \nKey Takeaways:\n• Understanding Conflict (the whys)\n• Types of Conflict\n• Communication practices for the best outcomes\n• Conflict Management Styles\n• Impact of Multi-generational Teams\n• Practical Ways to Prevent Conflict in the First Place! \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nSupervisors\, managers\, project managers\, HR personnel\, small business owners \nSPEAKER\nSusan Long-Molnar\, President\, Managing Communications – Susan Long-Molnar is a lifelong professional communicator with over 35 years of experience assisting business owners and their employees to communicate effectively so they exceed their business goals. Susan graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a B.A. in Theatre Arts/Communications and a minor in English. She began a teaching career in 1976 after moving to Virginia Beach to teach at Princess Anne High School. After five years of entrepreneurship\, she began an 11-year corporate jaunt in communications management\, first at Sentara\, followed by Cox Communications\, then USAA and many other well-known brands. \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n**Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.** \nCOST\nMembers $67\nNon-members $97 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/avoidingconflict-mar11/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T113000
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SUMMARY:Submittal Management Seminar 3/12 HR
DESCRIPTION:SUBMITTAL MANAGEMENT SEMINAR\nWednesday\, March 12\, 2025  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM  |  Lunch provided\nLearn to correctly complete the submittals process insuring on-time and in-budget construction. This seminar will provide information on the responsibilities of suppliers\, subcontractors\, general contractors\, architects\, and engineers. Attendees will learn how to create proper submittal packages from start to finish using contract documents as well as learn key details that can save the company time and money. \nThis seminar is geared towards subcontracting firms and supplier companies who would like more insight into how the submittal process works and how they can achieve timeliness and success with their packages. Learn the role and importance submittal packages have in the construction process and how to achieve an approval the first time. \nINSTRUCTOR – Eric Rash\, Submittal Manager\, Heartland Construction\, Inc.\nAs Submittal Manager\, Eric is responsible for overseeing the submission and approval process of technical documents\, including shop drawings\, product data\, and samples for construction projects. This role involves ensuring all submittals comply with project specifications and contract requirements\, coordinating with architects\, engineers\, contractors\, and suppliers to facilitate effective communication and timely approvals. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers $67\nNon-members $97\nLunch provided \nCANCELLATION 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) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/submittal-management-seminar-3-12-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T020123
CREATED:20241218T192748Z
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SUMMARY:Project Closeout Seminar 3/12 HR
DESCRIPTION:PROJECT CLOSEOUT SEMINAR\nWednesday\, March 12\, 2025 |  2:00PM – 4:00PM\nLearning how to successfully close out a project is an essential aspect of this business. Each student will leave with the skills and confidence to create and implement a logical process and an efficient environment that will promote a complete close-out. This seminar is for administrative employees\, superintendents\, and project managers of general contractors and specialty contractors. \nAttendees will learn:\n• The “Ten Commandments” of project close-out\n• Project close-out strategy\n• The project close-out timeline\n• Field operations specifics\n• The engineering close-out matrix\n• The financial close-out matrix\n• The project close-out scorecard\n• The 10-month walk-through process\n• The instructor’s focus will be teaching this organized and logical process and providing students with a solid basis to improve closing out their projects. \nINSTRUCTOR – Eric Rash\, Submittal Manager\, Heartland Construction\, Inc.\nAs Submittal Manager\, Eric is responsible for overseeing the submission and approval process of technical documents\, including shop drawings\, product data\, and samples for construction projects. This role involves ensuring all submittals comply with project specifications and contract requirements\, coordinating with architects\, engineers\, contractors\, and suppliers to facilitate effective communication and timely approvals. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers $67\nNon-members $97 \nCANCELLATION 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) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Jamie Carrow \n 
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/project-closeout-seminar-3-12-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T183000
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SUMMARY:ABC Regional Construction Summit
DESCRIPTION:ABC REGIONAL CONSTRUCTION SUMMIT \nThursday\, March 13\, 2025  |  8:00AM – 6:30PM  |  MD Live! Casino\, Hanover\, MD\nPLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS THROUGH ABC GREATER BALTIMORE (CLICK HERE)\nThe 2025 ABC Regional Construction Summit\, co-hosted by ABC Chesapeake Shores\, ABC Greater Baltimore\, ABC of Metro Washington\, and ABC Virginia is the premier networking and educational conference of the year! We guarantee there is content for every type of member and employee. \nView the full agenda and breakout session details!\nAt this day-long conference\, we will bring in dynamic speakers featuring the region’s most forward-thinking companies for an opportunity to meet\, collaborate\, and learn how we can expect this industry to be changing and how we can be on the forefront of leadership\, technological advances\, and safety preparedness. Don’t miss out on this one-day conference of educational sessions\, exhibitors & networking! \nDownload printable flyer\nAGENDA\n8:00AM – Registration\, Breakfast & Exhibitor Hall\n9:30AM – Morning Keynote Speaker\n10:45AM – Breakout Session #1 (choice of 3 topics/speakers)\n                     Wage Theft and Misclassification: Recent Developments and How to Avoid the Consequences hosted by\n                     Jennifer Harris and Adam Handfinger\, Peckar & Abramson\n                     Magnetic Leadership hosted by Michael Bellaman\, President & CEO\, ABC National\n                     How Companies can use AI in Day-to-Day Operations presented by Dustin Sitton\, Incite Automation\n11:45AM – Breakout Session #2 (choice of 3 topics/speakers)\n                     Establishing a Safety Management System & Supporting Culture (Panel) moderated by\n                     Frank Trujillo\, Coakley & Williams Construction\n                     Hot Labor Issues of 2025: Wage Misclassification\, PLAs\, Union Organizing\, FMLA & More hosted by\n                     Maury Baskin\, Littler\n                     Fireside Chat: Trade Partner Relationships (Panel) with Mike Ginsburg (Chesapeake Contracting)\,\n                     Dan Novack (Balfour Beatty)\, Mike Elias (Casey Construction) and Megan Ross (Coakley & Williams\n                     Construction) / moderated by Chad Prinkey of Well Built Consulting\n12:45PM – Lunch & Lunch Speaker\n1:45PM – Afternoon Break/Exhibitor Hall \n2:15PM – Breakout Session #3 (choice of 3 topics/speakers)\n                     PLAs & The New Administration hosted by Ben Brubeck\, VP of Regulatory\, Labor & State Affairs\, ABC National\n                     Dark Web Case Study & Cyber Security hosted by Satyam Verma\, Egnyte\n                     Tech Adoption: How We Grew Through Tech (Panel) with Chris Barry (Southway Builders)\,\n                     Tom Pittman (Chaney Enterprises)\, Lowell Kramer (Worth & Company) / Lorri Grayson (GGA Construction)\n                     moderated by Jack Kwait-Blank (Coakley & Williams Construction)\n3:15PM – Closing Keynote Speaker\n4:30PM to 6:30PM – Happy Hour\, Networking\, Exhibitor Hall \nLOCATION\nMaryland Live! Casino\n7002 Arundel Mills Cir Ste 7777\, Hanover\, MD 21076 \nCOST\nEarly Bird (until 2/21/2025) – $175\nRegular – $200\nNon-Members – $325 \nCurrent Exhibitors:\nSkillforce • Trade Scouts • ABC Insurance Trust • Milwaukee Tool • Egnyte • Bmore Technology • Incite Automation • Arcoro • Procore • JLG • Construction Intelligence Solutions • M3 Technology Consultants • Outbuild • Grunley • C2MS • Document Crunch • Dresner Group • SpaceSaver Interiors • DeWALT / Stanley Black & Decker • Chesapeake Embroidery • Contractors Health Coalition • Rehab at Work • Aroom\n**EXHIBITORSHIPS SOLD OUT!!** \nHOTEL ACCOMODATIONS\nClick here for room block information and rates: https://book.passkey.com/e/50932507 \nSponsorships Available!\n• Keynote Sponsor (includes exhibitor booth)\n• Lunch Sponsor\n• Happy Hour Sponsor\n• Breakout Room Sponsor\nClick here to visit the sponsorship information page \nSPONSORS – THANK YOU!         \n                                  \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice must be submitted by 5PM on Friday\, March 7\, 2025\, to receive a refund.
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/arcs25/
LOCATION:MD Live! Casino\, 7002 Arundel Mills Cir Ste 7777\, Hanover\, MD\, 21076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Gillette":MAILTO:jessica@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T020123
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 3/18 HR **FULL**
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\n**FULL. Please email Rachel Fronius to be put on waitlist and/or register for our next training on April 9.**\nTuesday\, March 18\, 2025  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\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. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nRachel Fronius
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-3-18-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T100000
DTSTAMP:20260617T020123
CREATED:20250123T210224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T210226Z
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SUMMARY:Metrics That Matter: Data-Driven Insights for Growth 3/19 HR
DESCRIPTION:METRICS THAT MATTER: DATA-DRIVEN INSIGHTS FOR GROWTH\nWednesday\, March 19\, 2025  |  8:00AM – 10:00AM  |  Breakfast provided\nWe all know metrics matter. The question is\, are you measuring the right things? Having clear metrics in your business should give you a feeling of control. This breakfast blast will give you guidance on the right balance of leading and lagging metrics. We will discuss how to find measurables for every single employee on your team. \nKey Takeaways:\n1. Why everyone needs a number\n2. Why behavioral numbers are more powerful than financial numbers\n3. Choosing how many and how often metrics are measured\n4. You have the numbers\, now what? \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nManagers\, site supervisors\, executives\, team leads \nSPEAKER\nJason Williams\, Certified Implementer\, EOS Worldwide -Jason Williams is a seasoned Certified EOS Implementer based in Virginia Beach\, Virginia. With a career spanning three decades across various business fields\, Jason is all about resilience and adaptability. He’s faced many challenges and has gained a lot of experience in guiding businesses toward sustainable growth and success. Jason’s commitment to excellence is evident in the numerous organizations he’s helped through the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) methodology. Known for his vibrant and outgoing personality\, Jason excels at making genuine connections both personally and professionally. His mix of expertise\, resilience\, and faith makes him a trusted advisor and a driving force for transformation in the business world and beyond. \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320\n**Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.** \nCOST\nMembers $67\nNon-members $97 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Jamie Carrow
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/metricsmatter/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T020123
CREATED:20250225T162610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T163551Z
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SUMMARY:CPR\, AED & First Aid Certification 3/20 HR
DESCRIPTION:CPR\, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION\nThursday\, March 20\, 2025  |  8:30AM – 12:30PM\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. \nINSTRUCTOR\nJamie Carrow\, ABC-VA \nLOCATION \nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 (behind the Home Depot and Lowes on Battlefield Boulevard)\n*Student parking and entrance is in the back of the building.* \nCOST\nMember: $88\nNon-Member: $100 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made with 48 hours. \nCLASS CONTACT\nRachel Fronius
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/cpr-aed-first-aid-certification-3-20-hr/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\, Chesapeake\, 530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260617T020123
CREATED:20241119T151004Z
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SUMMARY:Bluebeam Intro from the Experts 3/24
DESCRIPTION:Bluebeam Intro from the Experts (Virtual)\nMonday\, March 24\, 2025  |  2:00PM-3:00PM \nWhen it comes to AEC industry software\, Bluebeam Revu is one of the most popular\, quickly growing to over 2 million users worldwide. With functionality for Design Review\, Estimating\, Collecting Field Data\, and others\, Bluebeam is not your average PDF software. \nABC-VA has partnered with Troy DeGroot with UChapter2.com to provide the best quality Bluebeam training in the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to see an introduction to each upcoming course and learning objectives. Get your questions answered to assure you’re in the appropriate courses for your skillset and workflows. \nBe sure to register right away as seats are limited\, and share with your industry peers! \nRegistration:\nREGISTRATION LINK. This intro course hosted by UChapter2. \nVisit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. \nContact us if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/bluebeam-intro-from-the-experts-mar24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamie Carrow":MAILTO:jamie@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T213000
DTSTAMP:20260617T020123
CREATED:20250129T170938Z
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals: Norfolk Admirals Hockey + Pregame Mixer 3/26 HR
DESCRIPTION:YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: NORFOLK ADMIRALS VS. READING ROYALS GAME + PREGAME MIXER\nTEAM EVENT WITH ABC-VA AND HRUHCA\n**Please note: online registration closes 5PM on Friday\, March 21. Please email/call Rob Camlin for availability – (757) 855-8220**\nWednesday\, March 26\, 2025  |  5:00PM Pregame Mixer  7:05PM Game Start\nJoin the ABC-VA and HRUHCA Young Professionals (YPs) for networking\, drinks and apps at Chicho’s Backstage in Downtown Norfolk before we head over to the Scope Arena to watch the Norfolk Admirals take on the Reading Royals! Please note: this event is for members 40 & under. This event sold out last year – register early! \n \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES\nEvent Sponsor $250 – includes signage at event\, logo/name on marketing materials\nSelect during registration or email Rachel Fronius \nSCHEDULE\nWednesday\, March 26\, 2025\n5:00PM – 6:30PM Pregame mixer at Chicho’s Backstage\n7:05PM Game start \nLOCATION\nChicho’s Backstage: 320 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, VA 23510\nNorfolk Scope Arena: 201 E Brambleton Avenue\, Norfolk\, VA 23510 \nCOST (Members Only)\nABC-VA and HRUHCA Young Professionals – $50\nIncludes game ticket\, appetizers at Chicho’s and one (1) drink ticket \nQuestions?\nContact Rachel Fronius
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/hradmirals25/
LOCATION:Chicho’s Backstage\, 320 Granby Street\, Norfolk\, 23510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:Risk vs. Reward: Is Group Captive Insurance Right for Your Business? 3/27
DESCRIPTION:RISK VS. REWARD: IS GROUP CAPTIVE INSURANCE RIGHT FOR YOUR BUSINESS?\n**RESCHEDULED. New date TBA soon.**\nThursday\, March 27\, 2025  |  7:30AM – 9:00AM  |  Virtual\nA Group Captive Insurance Program is an arrangement where multiple businesses pool their resources to create a shared insurance program\, potentially reducing premiums and increasing control. Members share risks and rewards\, including potential dividends\, but also face potential shared losses and complexity. Is your business ready for a group captive insurance program? \nPLEASE NOTE: this webinar is designed for CEOs\, presidents\, owners\, CFOs\, safety directors\, and other senior leadership roles \nKey Topics\n– What is a group captive program\n– How to determine if a group captive is right for your company (feasibility study)\n– The different types of group captives and how to determine which one is right for your business\n– Program advantages\n– The considerations before entering a group captive (risk vs. reward)\n– Group captive acceptance procedure\n– What to expect with claims and safety and loss control \nPLUS! Hear firsthand from Randy Funk with S.W. Funk\, a group captive insurance participant\, and ask him any questions to determine if the program is a good fit for you. \nSPEAKERS\nJanice Graziosi\, Vice President\, Property & Casualty\, USI Insurance Services – Janice has been in the insurance industry for over 25 years\, with experience on both the broker and carrier side of the industry. She brings technical expertise to the middle and upper middle market construction industry through a strategic approach to protect her client’s financial health and long term viability while mitigating risk and protecting the client’s balance sheet. \nJustin Weis\, Practice Leader\, VIRGINIA P&C\, USI Insurance Services – Justin Weis is Senior Vice President and Property & Casualty Practice Leader of USI’s Richmond and Norfolk offices. Justin stepped into the Practice Leader role in 2023 after 9 years as a successful middle market broker and is now responsible for the development and growth of USI’s Virginia P&C Practice. Justin consults with C-suite executives to understand their businesses and develops solutions to various hazards\, financial\, operational and strategic risk issues. \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 24 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers – $30\nNon-Members – $60 \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/group-captive-insurance-webinar-mar27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia,Hampton Roads,Northern Virginia,Statewide
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:March Madness Sweet 16 Mixer @ Eagles Nest 3/27 HR
DESCRIPTION:MARCH MADNESS SWEET 16 MIXER @ EAGLES NEST\nThursday\, March 27\, 2025  |  5:30PM-8:00PM\nJoin us for an exciting March Madness Sweet 16 Networking Mixer! Whether you’re a hoops fan or just looking to make new connections\, this is the perfect event to mix\, mingle\, and enjoy the thrill of the game. Watch the Sweet 16 matchups on big screens while building your professional network in a fun\, relaxed setting. Don’t miss out on the chance to make valuable connections–RSVP now! \nLOCATION\nEagles Nest Rockin’ Country Bar\n1723 Parkview Dr\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers: $60  |  Non-Members: $90\nIncludes food and two (2) drink tickets \nSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by March 24 COB\nEvent $500 – includes two (2) comped registrations and signage at event\nBar $300 – includes one (1) comped registration and signage at event\nSelect during registration or email Rachel Fronius \nCANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION 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 Rachel Fronius
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/hrmadness25/
LOCATION:Eagles Nest\, Chesapeake\, 1723 Parkview Drive\, Chesapeake\, 23320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hampton Roads
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel Fronius":MAILTO:rachel@abcva.org
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