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SUMMARY:Changes Made and Changes Looming for Small Business Contractors 7/21 [Virtual]
DESCRIPTION:CHANGES MADE AND CHANGES LOOMING FOR SMALL BUSINESS CONTRACTORS\nTuesday\, July 21\, 2026  |  10:00AM – 11:00AM  |  Virtual\nThe Federal Small Business Administration and now also the Federal Department of Transportation have already made and are further considering additional changes affecting program eligibility. This program will discuss those changes and their current and expected impacts on small businesses and others working with them. \nSPEAKERS\nNeil Lowenstein and Tom Barrow\, members of the Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black Construction and Government Contract Practice Group. Both Neil and Tom regularly assist clients balance the competing demands of project stakeholders\, regulatory officials\, and community interests as they relate to federal projects\, including the various federal small business programs. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nContractors looking to learn about or better understand these small and disadvantaged business programs and how they are reshaping those programs’ missions \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — $30\nNon-Members — $60 \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/smallbizchanges/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T123000
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SUMMARY:Employment Law for Construction Leaders: What Every Manager\, Supervisor and HR Professional Needs to Know [Virtual Series]
DESCRIPTION:EMPLOYMENT LAW FOR CONSTRUCTION LEADERS: WHAT EVERY MANAGER\, SUPERVISOR AND HR PROFESSIONAL NEEDS TO KNOW\nBegins Tuesday\, July 28\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 12:30PM  |  Virtual  |  Detailed schedule below\nFederal and state laws provide employees with important workplace rights and protections\, making it essential for managers to understand\, uphold\, and champion those rights every day. \nThis comprehensive course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Brought to you by Woods Rogers\, one of the largest\, dedicated employment practices in Virginia\, this course will incorporate real-world scenarios and cases that apply directly to the construction industry.  Intended for human resource professionals\, managers\, supervisors\, and team leads\, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. \nOur 5-session virtual series begins 7/28 and will cover the topics below. Bundle pricing is available\, as well as individual pricing per session. \nSession 1 (7/28): HARASSMENT\, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION\n• The basis of state and federal anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws\n• Addresses harassment beyond sexual harassment\, including harassment or discrimination on the basis of disability\, race\, national origin\, etc.\n• Covers a supervisor’s legal obligation to engage in prompt and effective remedial action to address offensive conduct in the workplace\n• Why a supervisor’s actions can create liability for the company \nSession 2 (8/13): ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEDICAL LEAVE\n• Navigating employees with disabilities\, pregnancies\, and serious health conditions\n• Process for accommodations (the interactive process)\n• FMLA and appropriate documentation/certifications\n• Navigating intermittent FMLA\n• Disciplining employees with medical leave and accommodations\nClick here to register for Session 2 only \nSession 3 (8/26): DOCUMENTATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT TO DEFEND EMPLOYMENT LAWSUITS\n• How an employment lawsuit works\n• What is legally sufficient documentation for performance related issues to defend lawsuits\n• What to document\, when\, and how\n• How to do PIPs and reviews accurately\n• Why following company policies and applying them fairly matters\nClick here to register for Session 3 only \nSession 4 (9/17): WORKPLACE VIOLENCE\, SAFETY\, NEGLIGENCE\n• Dos and Don’ts of safety\n• OSHA’s general duty clause for employers to respond to recognized workplace hazards in the form of workplace violence\n• Negligent retention\, hiring\, and premises liability\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address employee threatening and/or violent behavior\n• A supervisor’s legal obligation to address third party threats of violence\, including handling employees with protective orders against third parties\n• Red flags for violence\nClick here to register for Session 4 only \nSession 5 (9/23): WAGE AND HOUR LAWS\n• The basics of the state and federal laws covering overtime\, minimum wage\, and child labor\n• Working off-the-clock\n• Breaks time laws\n• Employees’ rights to complain about wages\n• Class actions and wage lawsuits\nClick here to register for Session 5 only \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n• Human resource professionals\n• Managers\, supervisors\, and team leaders\n• Business owners\n• General managers and operations professionals\n• Anyone looking to enhance their knowledge of employment law \nEquip your team with the knowledge to reduce risk and create a culture of compliance – register today! \nSPEAKERS\nLeah Stiegler\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Leah can walk employers through any workplace situation. From complex personnel matters\, to implementing client-specific performance management practices\, Leah advises employers to navigate these issues to keep them out of court. Her counseling covers the entire employment spectrum: recruitment\, onboarding\, workplace culture\, pay equity audits\, RIFs\, terminations and severance packages. View Leah’s full biography and professional credentials here \nFred Schutt\, Principal\, Woods Rogers — Focused on helping employers avoid costly litigation and regulatory violation\, Fred routinely defends employers before federal and state agencies\, including the EEOC\, DOL\, and OSHA. Fred also has extensive experience defending employers in state and federal court in a variety of employment related cases alleging violation of the ADA\, ADEA\, Title VII\, Title IX\, Equal Pay Act\, FMLA\, and the FLSA\, breach of contract\, and violation of restrictive covenants. View Fred’s full biography and professional credentials here \nLOCATION\nVirtual\nLink to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar \nCOST \nMembers — Bundle (all five sessions) — $425\nMembers — Individual (per session) — $95\nNon-Members — Bundle (all five sessions) — $675\nNon-Members — Individual (per session) — $145 \nTo register for sessions individually\, please visit each event page to register using the links above.\nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/employment-series-1/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T133000
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SUMMARY:Measure Twice\, Cut Once: Asking the Right Questions for a Competitive Advantage 8/5 CV
DESCRIPTION:MEASURE TWICE\, CUT ONCE: ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS FOR A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE • LUNCH & LEARN\nWednesday\, August 5\, 2026 |  11:30AM – 1:30PM\nIn construction\, we’re taught to measure twice and cut once. The same principle applies to business development. \nToo often\, sales professionals rush to present solutions\, proposals\, or pricing before fully understanding the client’s real challenges\, goals\, and needs. The result? Missed opportunities\, weak relationships\, and conversations that fail to create value. This interactive workshop will show participants how asking better questions leads to stronger client relationships\, better-qualified opportunities\, and more successful outcomes. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n• Ask strategic questions that uncover real client needs\n• Diagnose problems before offering solutions\n• Build trust and credibility through meaningful conversations\n• Better qualify opportunities and avoid wasted effort\n• Position their expertise more effectively with owners\, contractors\, and project partners\n• Lead more productive and confident sales discussions \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nBusiness Development Professionals\, Project Managers\, Estimators\, anyone looking to enhance their customer relationship building skills \nINSTRUCTOR\nRobin Green\, Owner/President\, Ascend Performance\, Inc.\, powered by Sandler\nRobin 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.\n \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers — $67\nNon-members — $97\nLunch provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made in writing by 5PM on August 3\, 2026. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/measuretwice/
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T130000
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SUMMARY:Communicating with Impact: Strong Presence. Clear Message. Better Results. 8/19 CV
DESCRIPTION:COMMUNICATING WITH IMPACT • LUNCH & LEARN\nWednesday\, August 19\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 1:00PM\nWhat does it take to present key messages\, capabilities\, and more to gain credibility? Whether you are representing your company during a proposal presentation\, a pre-bid meeting\, or a site visit\, how you plan and present impacts the entire company. Even our communications internally on our teams or in other meetings can impact perceptions of us as leaders and managers. In this workshop we will focus on how we communicate\, save time and confusion\, and present key messages for different audiences. \nOur objectives will be to:\n1. Understand how communications styles and behaviors impact how well we present.\n2. Evaluate and learn how to communicate key messages and prepare for speaking.\n3. Become more audience focused.\n4. Plan for meetings\, reporting\, and engaging effectively. \nThis workshop will be very interactive with role plays and small group activities. \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND?\nProject Engineers\, Superintendents\, PMs\, Administrative Professionals\, Finance & Accounting Staff\, anyone looking to enhance their communication/presentation skills \nINSTRUCTOR\nSusan Long-Molnar\, President\, Managing Communications – Susan Long-Molnar is a regional consultant specializing in communications\, marketing\, and leadership strategy. With 11 years in corporate communications management roles at Sentara\, Cox Communications\, and USAA\, she launched her firm in 2002. Utilizing her interactive and outcomes-oriented training approach\, Susan helps businesses\, non-profits\, and government organizations grow through talent development and effective communication practices. A former teacher\, she remains passionate about education and workforce development and serves on the Virginia Department of Education CTE Advisory Council. She also founded and hosts the Hampton Roads Regional Workforce CTE Forum and is the founder of the Southeast Virginia Women in Leadership Roundtable. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers — $95\nNon-members — $125\nLunch provided \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made in writing by 5PM on August 12\, 2026. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) are no longer available. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/impact26/
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T080000
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SUMMARY:From Bid to Buyout: Negotiating Smarter Subcontracts with Industry-Leading General Contractors on Large-Scale Construction Projects 9/17 HR
DESCRIPTION:From Bid to Buyout: Negotiating Smarter Subcontracts with Industry-Leading General Contractors on Large-Scale Construction Projects\nThursday\, September 17\, 2026 |  8:00AM – 10:00AM\nIn this session\, the presenters offer practical\, real-world strategies for negotiating subcontracts on large-scale construction projects\, drawing on both legal and purchasing perspectives and industry experience working with leading general contractors and subcontractors.  \nThe program focuses on negotiating subcontracts to manage risk\, align expectations\, collaborate with stakeholders\, preserve working relationships\, and avoid disputes in the field. Attendees will gain practical guidance on key issues from the bid phase through contract execution\, including bid-phase strategy\, post-award contract review\, high-risk contract clauses\, contract modification approaches\, and efficient negotiation techniques.  \nAttendees will leave with actionable takeaways they can immediately apply in real-world subcontract negotiations. \nSPEAKERS –\nJimmy Jones\, MBA\, DSL\, Director of Purchasing\, Allan Myers — Jimmy is a procurement and supply-chain leader with extensive experience in construction purchasing\, strategic sourcing\, and subcontract negotiation. Jimmy leads the company’s Purchasing Department\, overseeing large-scale supplier\, subcontractor\, and professional services procurements for public\, private\, and design-build projects. His responsibilities include bid package management\, vendor selection\, subcontract and purchase order negotiations\, and inclusion planning for DBE/SWaM and small business participation. In addition to his construction purchasing experience\, Jimmy brings substantial logistics and supply-chain leadership from his service in the United States Marine Corps\, as well as prior experience with Virginia Commonwealth University. He holds an MBA from The Citadel and a B.S. from Old Dominion University. \nRodolfo R. “Rudy” Remigio\, Esq.\, Attorney\, Reaves GovCon Law Group — In Rudy’s role\, he is focused on representing construction contractors and government contractors. Before entering private practice\, he served as in-house Corporate Counsel for one of the largest heavy civil contractors in the Mid-Atlantic. There\, he negotiated high-dollar subcontract agreements with top ENR-ranked general contractors on major infrastructure and site development projects. Rudy also supported the company’s Purchasing Department\, helping negotiate agreements with lower-tier subcontractors\, suppliers\, and professional service providers to execute large-scale construction projects. Rudy is a former Assistant Attorney General with the Virginia Attorney General’s Office\, where he served in multiple roles\, including representing VDOT in the Construction Litigation Section. He is also a frequent speaker and published author on construction law topics. \nRudy and Jimmy’s Joint Experience\nRudy and Jimmy previously worked together negotiating agreements with lower-tier subcontractors\, suppliers\, and professional service providers on major construction projects. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility\n530 Independence Parkway\, Suite 500\, Chesapeake\, VA 23320 \nCOST\nMembers — $37\nNon-members — $67\nContinental breakfast 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 Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/from-bid-to-buyout-sep17/
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="Maddy Goulden":MAILTO:maddy@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T180000
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SUMMARY:Excellence in Construction Awards Ceremony 9/18 NV
DESCRIPTION:2026 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) AWARDS CEREMONY\n(ABC-VA NORTHERN VA & ABC METRO WASHINGTON)\nThursday\, September 24\, 2026  |  6:00PM – 9:00PM \nRegister through ABC Metro Washington here (click blue “register here” button).\nThe Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding projects built by Washington-area ABC members annually. The awards competition serves to raise the level of construction standards throughout the industry by recognizing the workmanship of those who contribute and by showcasing the results of their dedication. \nABC-VA (Northern VA) and ABC Metro Washington are proud to host the Excellence in Construction Awards to honor the exceptional work created in the metropolitan Washington area each year. Come and celebrate the winning projects and teams! \nTables of 10: Use this registration link \nSponsorship Opportunities – Download sponsorship flyer \n\n\n\nPLATINUM SPONSOR $5\,600\n• Ten complimentary registrations\n• Corporate logo in video presentation\n• 1/2 page color ad in banquet program\n• Recognition in Building Washington Magazine\n• Individual acknowledgment at banquet\n• Signage displayed at banquet\nGOLD SPONSOR $4\,100\n• Four complimentary registrations\n• Corporate logo in video presentation\n• 1/4 page color ad in banquet program\n• Recognition in Building Washington Magazine\n• Individual acknowledgment at banquet\n• Signage displayed at banquet\nGOLD+ SPONSOR $4\,600 [EXCLUSIVE]\n• Four complimentary registrations\n• Corporate logo in video presentation\n• Full page color ad in banquet program\n• Recognition in Building Washington Magazine\n• Individual acknowledgment at banquet\n• Signage displayed at banquet\n\n\nCOCKTAIL RECEPTION $3\,600\n• Corporate logo printed on cocktail napkins\n• Signage displayed at each bar\n• Recognition in the program\n\nDINNER WINE $3\,600\n• Corporate logo printed on wine tag for\neach bottle of wine placed on tables\nduring dinner\n• Recognition in the program\nDESSERT $3\,600\n• Corporate logo printed on edible\nchocolate placed on desserts\n• Recognition in the program\n\n\nAWARDS $2\,500\n• Corporate logo on signage\n• Recognition in the program\nPROGRAMS $2\,500\n• Corporate logo printed on Awards program\n• Signage placed at registration area\n• Recognition in the program\n\nDOOR PRIZE $1\,500\n• Sponsor items raffled off during event\nprogram\n• Corporate logo printed on signage\nplaced near the stage\n• Recognition in the program\n\n\n\nEmail Maureen Nanna to register as a sponsor! \nLOCATION\nThe Ritz Carlton\, Tysons\n1700 Tysons Boulevard\, McLean\, VA 22102 \nCOST\nABC-VA Member — $299\nTable of 10 — $2990 \nQuestions?\nContact Maureen Nanna
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/eic26-nv/
LOCATION:The Ritz-Carlton\, Tysons\, 1700 Tysons Blvd\, McLean\, 22102
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Maureen Nanna":MAILTO:maureen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T083000
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SUMMARY:The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Workshop 9/30 NV
DESCRIPTION:THE 7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE WORKSHOP\nWednesday\, September 30 – Thursday\, October 1\, 2026  |  8:30 AM – 4:00 PM\nHabits are powerful forces in our lives that determine our level of effectiveness or ineffectiveness. The purpose of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People\, based on principles detailed in Stephen Covey’s popular self-help book\, is to help you lead your life in a truly effective way. They represent a proven process of personal and interpersonal growth that can have an immediate and lasting impact. Gain a personal plan of action to enhance your productivity and leadership skills. \nBenefits of Attending:\nDr. Stephen R. Covey was a global leadership authority. His international bestseller\, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People®\, was named one of the 10 most influential management books ever by Forbes magazine and is the bestselling audio book in history. \nThis two-day\, intensive course will help you:\n• Execute critical priorities with focus and planning\n• End self-defeating behavior\n• Develop strong relationships based on mutual trust\n• Be prepared to deal with difficult circumstances before they happen\n• Increase team engagement\, morale and collaboration\n• Create a highly effective culture based on core values\n• Raise up the next leaders who model competence and character \nJoin ABC-VA for two days of interactive discussion on the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Learn how to use the seven habits to strengthen both professional and personal development. This renowned class will leave you feeling energized\, refreshed and ready to take on the world with a new perspective. \nPRE-WORK REQUIRED: Attendees will be sent a 360-degree survey to send to supervisors\, colleagues\, industry peers\, friends and the like. Register early to make sure you have plenty of time for your surveys to be completed! \n“A class everyone (at every level) should complete. I took so much from this and work to apply it to my life every day!” -Juliane Faller\, Senior Business Development Manager\, Balfour Beatty US \n• Recommended but not required reading: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey\n• Information on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://www.franklincovey.com/the-7-habits/\n• Information on Dr. Stephen R. Covey and The 7 Habits: https://www.stephencovey.com/ \nINSTRUCTOR\nPatrick Dean\, ABC Virginia \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMembers: $575\nNon-Members: $795\nIncludes light breakfast\, lunch and course materials\n\nREGISTRATION / CANCELLATION DEADLINE\nSeptember 23\, 2026 by 5PM\nPlease note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made one (1) week in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. \nCOURSE CONTACT\nJenny Tashjian
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/7habits-sep30/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\, 42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\,\, VA\, 20166\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northern Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T163000
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SUMMARY:7 Habits of Highly Effective People Workshop 11/17 CV
DESCRIPTION:The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Workshop\nNovember 17 & 18\, 2026  |  8:30AM – 4:30PM\nTransform the Way You Lead\, Work\, and Live \nOur habits shape every aspect of our lives — influencing how effective\, productive\, and fulfilled we become. Based on the groundbreaking work of Stephen R. Covey\, this powerful program provides a principle-centered approach to achieving lasting personal and professional effectiveness. \nThrough this engaging two-day workshop\, participants will gain practical tools and strategies to lead with greater purpose\, strengthen relationships\, and create meaningful results both at work and in life. \nWHY THIS PROGRAM MATTERS\nThe 7 Habits provide a proven framework for personal and interpersonal growth — helping individuals become more focused\, collaborative\, and impactful leaders.\nParticipants will leave with:\n✔ A personalized action plan for growth\n✔ Practical leadership and communication tools\n✔ Strategies to improve productivity and accountability\n✔ A renewed sense of motivation and purpose \nWHY ATTEND?\nStephen R. Covey was a world-renowned leadership expert whose influential book\, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People\, has sold millions of copies worldwide and continues to transform leaders across every industry. Recognized by Forbes as one of the most influential management books ever written\, its principles remain timeless\, practical\, and highly relevant in today’s workplace. \nIN THIS DYNAMIC TWO-DAY WORKSHOP\, YOU WILL LEARN HOW TO:\n✅ Prioritize and execute your most important tasks with clarity and discipline\n✅ Break free from ineffective habits and behaviors\n✅ Build stronger\, trust-based relationships\n✅ Navigate difficult situations with confidence and effectiveness\n✅ Increase engagement\, morale\, and team collaboration\n✅ Create a high-performance culture grounded in shared values\n✅ Develop future leaders with both character and competence \nWHAT TO EXPECT\nThis highly interactive experience includes:\n• Engaging group discussions\n• Hands-on activities and exercises\n• Real-world leadership applications\n• Personal reflection and action planning \nParticipants will explore how to apply the 7 Habits principles to both professional and personal challenges — leaving inspired\, energized\, and equipped with a fresh perspective for success. \nRegister today and start building habits that lead to lasting success. \nINSTRUCTOR\nPatrick Dean\, ABC-VA President \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers: $595\nNon-Member: $795\nLunch provided \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. A reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made by 5PM on November 10\, 2026. \nQUESTIONS?\nKristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/7habits-nov17/
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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