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SUMMARY:Project Closeout Seminar 10/21 CV
DESCRIPTION:PROJECT CLOSEOUT SEMINAR\nWednesday\, October 21\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM  |  Lunch provided\nMaster the Art of Closing Out Projects Successfully. A well-executed project closeout is the key to maximizing profitability\, strengthening client relationships\, and delivering lasting project success. This seminar equips construction professionals with the knowledge\, tools\, and proven processes needed to confidently manage every phase of project closeout. \nParticipants will learn a practical\, step-by-step approach that streamlines documentation\, improves coordination\, reduces delays\, and ensures projects are completed efficiently and professionally. Designed for administrative professionals\, superintendents\, project managers\, and construction leaders working for general contractors and specialty contractors\, this course provides immediately applicable strategies that can be implemented on your very next project. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n• The 10 Commandments of Project Closeout\n• Developing comprehensive closeout documentation packages\n• Managing punch lists effectively and minimizing repeat work\n• Coordinating operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals\, warranties\, and as-built documentation\n• Best practices for owner training and project turnover\n• Navigating final inspections\, testing\, and commissioning requirements\n• Reducing closeout delays through proactive planning and communication\n• Meeting contractual and specification requirements for successful project completion\n• Lessons learned and strategies for improving future project delivery \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\nAdministrative professionals\, superintendents\, project managers\, and construction leaders working for general contractors and specialty contractors \n**BUNDLE WITH SUBMITTAL MANAGEMENT**\nReceive discounted rates by bundling with our Submittal Management Seminar on October 14\, 2026. \nINSTRUCTOR – Scott Brame\, Project Executive\, W.M. Jordan Company\nScott Brame is a Project Executive with W. M. Jordan Company and has more than 31 years of experience partnering with clients to deliver complex construction projects from preconstruction through occupancy. He leads teams with vision and purpose\, focused on building exceptional facilities while strengthening the communities they serve. Fostering lasting relationships built on trust and collaboration with clients\, design partners\, and trade partners is central to how Scott delivers value. His experience includes complex projects across the higher education\, healthcare\, airport\, laboratory\, and senior living sectors\, where he is known for guiding teams to strong project outcomes. \nScott is also dedicated to investing in the future of the construction industry. He serves on the board of the ACE Mentor Program of Richmond and has contributed more than seven years as a Lead Mentor and Board Member. He currently serves as Vice Chair. Scott has a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology\, is a registered EIT and when not working can often be found on the local pickleball courts! \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers — $75\nOr bundle with Submittal Management on October 14 — $135\nNon-members — $125\nOr bundle with Submittal Management on October 14 — $235 \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 Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/project-closeout-seminar-10-21-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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rebeca Reyes":MAILTO:rebeca@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T150000
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SUMMARY:Building Efficiency: How Microsoft Copilot Streamlines Construction Workflows 10/26 [Virtual]
DESCRIPTION:BUILDING EFFICIENCY: HOW MICROSOFT COPILOT STREAMLINES CONSTRUCTION WORKFLOWS\nMonday\, October 26\, 2026  |  2:00PM – 3:00PM\nMicrosoft Copilot is an AI-powered tool integrated into Microsoft 365 applications like Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, and more. It uses advanced language models to assist users with tasks such as drafting text\, creating presentations\, analyzing data\, and managing workflows. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n1. Integration Across Microsoft 365: Copilot is embedded within popular Microsoft applications\, allowing users to leverage AI without leaving their familiar environments. This includes apps like Word\, Excel\, PowerPoint\, Outlook\, Teams\, and others.\n2. Productivity Enhancement: In Word\, Copilot can help draft documents\, generate summaries\, and suggest edits. In Excel\, it assists with data analysis\, generating insights\, and automating repetitive tasks. In PowerPoint\, it aids in creating presentations by generating slides\, formatting content\, and suggesting design improvements.\n3. Natural Language Processing: Copilot allows users to interact with Microsoft applications using natural language. Users can type or speak commands\, and Copilot will execute them\, such as generating a chart in Excel or summarizing an email thread in Outlook.\n4. Customization and Learning: Copilot learns from user interactions\, becoming more tailored to individual preferences over time. It can adapt to specific tasks and provide personalized suggestions based on user behavior and the content of documents or emails.\n5. Collaboration Features: In Teams\, Copilot can help manage meetings\, generate meeting summaries\, and suggest follow-up actions\, making collaboration more efficient.\n6. Security and Compliance: Microsoft emphasizes that Copilot adheres to the same security\, compliance\, and privacy commitments as the rest of Microsoft 365\, ensuring that data is handled securely.\n7. Business Applications: Copilot is also integrated into Microsoft’s business applications like Dynamics 365\, where it can assist with customer relationship management (CRM)\, enterprise resource planning (ERP)\, and other business processes. \nOverall\, Microsoft Copilot is designed to enhance productivity by automating tasks\, providing intelligent insights\, and enabling more natural interactions with Microsoft’s suite of tools. \nSPEAKERS\nElliott Eliason\, Principal Microsoft Solutions Consultant\, Pax8\nBenny Sayasithsena\, Vice President of Sales and Marketing\, M3 Technology Consultants\, Inc.\n \nCOST\nMembers/Non-Members – $35 \nVIRTUAL PROGRAM\nAttendees will receive a meeting link within 12 hours of program start. Online registration closes 5PM on September 22\, 2026. \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/copilot-for-construction/
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:20261027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T190000
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SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading 101 10/27 NV
DESCRIPTION:BLUEPRINT READING 101\nBegins Tuesday\, October 27\, 2026  |  4:00PM – 7:00PM\nEnhance your personal and professional value by enrolling in ABC-VA’s Blueprint Reading 101 for the Construction Industry. This comprehensive course is structured for the beginner and covers all phases of a construction project. Participants will discuss the phases of construction including site\, landscape\, architectural\, structural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical. \nAll employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course.  Knowing and understanding the blueprint language is a highly marketable skill and will make anyone an invaluable resource to their company. \nSCHEDULE\nEight-Day Program:\nOct 27\nNov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\nDec 1\, 8\, 15\n4:00PM – 7:00PM \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $370\nNon-Member – $540\nIncludes textbooks and blueprints \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Shaye Currie
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/blueprint-reading-101-10-27-nv/
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
ORGANIZER;CN="Shaye Currie":MAILTO:shaye@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T160000
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SUMMARY:How to Collaborate in the Pull Planning Process 10/29 CV
DESCRIPTION:How to Collaborate in the Pull Planning Process\nThursday\, October 29\, 2026  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM\nBuild Better Schedules. Deliver More Reliable Projects. \nLearn the Collaborative Pull Planning Process — a proven\, hands-on scheduling method used on projects around the world to improve coordination\, accountability\, and project performance. This interactive workshop is designed for project teams who want schedules that are actually used in the field — not just posted on the wall. \nWHAT MAKES THIS WORKSHOP DIFFERENT?\n✅ Hands-On Learning\nNo computers. No complicated software. Participants learn by actively building schedules together using sticky notes and visual planning techniques.\n✅ Real-World Application\nUsed successfully on projects of every size — from major construction programs to small-scale projects.\n✅ Built for the Entire Team\nFrom executive leadership and master planners to superintendents and field foremen\, everyone plays a role in creating and following the plan.\n✅ Better Team Alignment\nForemen and field teams actively participate in developing the schedule\, increasing commitment\, communication\, and reliability. \nWHAT PARTICIPANTS WILL LEARN\nParticipants will learn how to integrate:\n• Master Scheduling\n• Phase Pull Planning\n• Look-Ahead Planning\n• Constraint Management\n• Weekly Work Planning\n• PPC (Percent Plan Complete) Tracking\nAll using a highly visual\, collaborative system built on the wall with sticky notes — no computer required. \nBENEFITS OF COLLABORATIVE PULL PLANNING\n✔ More reliable schedules\n✔ Improved team communication\n✔ Better workflow coordination\n✔ Increased accountability\n✔ Reduced delays and rework\n✔ Stronger field engagement\n✔ Greater schedule predictability \nThis workshop is perfect for executives\, project managers\, superintendents and foremen. \nINSTRUCTOR\nTom Patton\, Project Management Services Bureau \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST\nMembers: $295\nNon-Member: $395\nBreakfast and lunch 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 Monday\, October 26\, 2026. \nQUESTIONS?\nKristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/pullplan-oct29/
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:20261029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T170000
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SUMMARY:Understanding Plans & Specs: Blueprint Reading Essentials 10/29 CV
DESCRIPTION:UNDERSTANDING PLANS & SPECS: BLUEPRINT READING ESSENTIALS\nBegins Thursday\, October 29\, 2026  |  1:00PM – 5:00PM\nDesigned specifically for beginners\, this comprehensive\, hands-on course introduces participants to the language of construction blueprints and provides a practical understanding of how drawings communicate every phase of a construction project\, including site\, landscape\, architectural\, structural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical. \nConstruction documents are increasingly viewed and managed digitally. This course combines the fundamentals of traditional paper blueprints with digital blueprint-reading tools. \nYou’ll see how digital tools are used to:\n• Navigate and organize digital drawings\n• Zoom in and locate critical information\n• Measure and review drawing elements\n• Annotate and mark-up plans\n• Cross-reference information between drawings and details \nWhy Blueprint Reading?\nBlueprint literacy is a highly marketable skill. The ability to understand construction drawings helps employees communicate more effectively\, make informed decisions\, identify important project information\, and become a more valuable resource to their company. Gain the foundational skills to read the drawings\, understand the project\, and contribute with confidence. \nWho Should Attend?\nAll employees in the construction industry can benefit from this course. \nWhether you’re new to construction or looking to strengthen your existing skills\, understanding blueprint language can make you a more confident and valuable member of your team. \nNo previous blueprint-reading experience required. Space is limited to 14 participants – register early to secure your spot! \nINSTRUCTORS\nDianer Sanchez\, Atlantic Constructors\, Inc.\nJT East\, Atlantic Constructors\, Inc. \nCLASS SCHEDULE & LOCATIONS\nOctober 29 — DPR Construction\, 4305 Cox Rd\, Glen Allen VA 23060\nNovember 5 — Marsh McLennan Agency\, 4900 Libbie Mill Blvd East Suite 100\, Richmond\, VA 23230\nNovember 12 — DPR Construction\nNovember 19 — DPR Construction \nCOST \nMembers – $395\nNon-Members – $595 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel and receive a refund must be received by 5PM on Monday\, October 26\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/blueprint-oct29/
LOCATION:DPR Construction (Glen Allen)\, 4305 Cox Road\, Glen Allen\, 23060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T163000
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SUMMARY:Construction Law Survival Seminar 11/3 NV
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION LAW SURVIVAL SEMINAR\nTuesday\, November 3\, 2026  |  9:00AM – 4:30PM\nJoin us for a comprehensive one-day seminar designed specifically for construction professionals\, contractors\, subcontractors\, suppliers\, and legal teams working in Virginia\, Maryland\, Pennsylvania\, and DC. \nTOPICS COVERED:\nMechanic’s Liens\n– Time Limits\, Notices and Claims to Preserve\nMechanic’s Lien Rights in Virginia\, Maryland\, Pennsylvania and D.C. \nPublic and Private Payment Bond Rights\n– Federal Miller Act and State Little Miller Acts in Virginia\, Maryland\, Pennsylvania and D.C.\n– Private Payment Bond Rights \nLien & Bond Progress Payment Waivers\n– Review and revising waivers in contracts and progress payment waivers\n– Lien Waivers\, Bond Right Waivers\, & Claims Waivers \nConstruction Contracts\n– Contract Terms to put in your Proposals\n– Reviewing and Revising Contracts you receive\n– Conduit\, Pay when Paid Clauses and Claims Procedures \nEach Construction Law Survival Seminar participant will receive continental breakfast\, lunch\, refreshments and the newest edition of the 700 page Construction Law Survival Manual. Seminar starts at 9:00 am. Check-in starts at 8:30 am. \nSPEAKER\nJames D. Fullerton\, President\, Fullerton & Knowles\, P.C.\nMr. Fullerton is a Martindale Hubbell Peer Rated Lawyer Preeminent. Jim represents owners\, lenders\, design professionals\, suppliers\, subcontractors\, general contractors and other members of the real estate and construction industries region-wide. He advises on all real estate and construction law issues; public procurement and bidding\, contract formation and disputes; defects in labor and materials; design defects in plans and specifications; inefficiency\, impact and delay claims; mechanic’s lien and bond rights; litigation\, arbitration and mediation in public and private projects; joint ventures\, mentor protegee agreements and other arrangements for minority and disadvantaged business enterprises; bank and lender representation; commercial transactions and loan closings; sales contracts and leases. \nMr. Fullerton is also a master brick mason\, a licensed real estate broker and the owner of Summit Real Estate. He is Counsel to Board of Directors\, Virginia Precast Concrete Association; and is Counsel to Board of Directors\, Central Atlantic Precast Concrete Association. He graduated from the University of Colorado and the University of Virginia School of Law. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility\n42680 Trade West Drive\, Dulles\, VA 20166 \nCOST\nMember – $100\nNon-Member – $100\nIncludes breakfast bars\, coffee\, water and lunch \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual can no longer attend. Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Ashley Richey
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/conlaw-survival-november-3/
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:20261104T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T133000
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SUMMARY:Reality Data Capture Lunch & Learn 11/4
DESCRIPTION:REALITY DATA CAPTURE LUNCH & LEARN\nWednesday\, November 4\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM\nYour jobsite is changing every day. Are you capturing the data that proves it? Stop guessing and start capturing! \nJoin us for an informational session where we’ll take a practical look at what reality data capture is and how Lidar and photogrammetry are leveraged for construction visibility\, accuracy\, and better decision making. Discover real-world applications and opportunities you may be overlooking to support your team throughout the building lifecycle: \no Catch conflicts before they become rework\no Cut down on time-consuming field measurements\no Verify construction progress with real-world data\no Capture accurate as-built conditions\no Improve communication across the entire project team\no Make faster\, more confident decisions\no Reduce risk\, delays\, and costly surprises \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn how to utilize this technology so your construction teams have a faster\, smarter way to know exactly what’s happening on the jobsite before small issues turn into expensive problems. \nWho should attend: Contractors\, PMs\, BIM Managers\, Preconstruction Teams\, Owners/Developers\, Architects\, Engineers \nLunch provided\nSPEAKER — Casey O’Connor\, Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer\, VectorNet\nCasey has nearly 20 years of experience in design\, surveying\, CAD/BIM\, and field work on industrial\, civil\, and building projects. He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and has worked on both the design and construction sides of complex projects. Casey helps contractors and design teams get accurate existing conditions up front through laser scanning\, scan-to-BIM\, and field verification. That work reduces rework\, supports prefabrication and coordination\, and keeps schedules and budgets on track. \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nCOST \nMembers – $67\nNon-Members – $97 \nSUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY\nSubstitutions are always welcome if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel and receive a refund must be received by 5PM on Monday\, November 2\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/datacap26/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T110000
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SUMMARY:Changes Made and Changes Looming for Small Business Contractors 11/11
DESCRIPTION:CHANGES MADE AND CHANGES LOOMING FOR SMALL BUSINESS CONTRACTORS\nWednesday\, November 11\, 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:20261117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T163000
DTSTAMP:20260707T150830Z
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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: $695\nNon-Member: $895\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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T150000
DTSTAMP:20261013T150103Z
CREATED:20260930T140306Z
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SUMMARY:Construction Financials & Project Profitability Workshop 11/18
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION FINANCIALS & PROJECT PROFITABILITY WORKSHOP • VIRTUAL\nWednesday\, November 18\, 2026  |  2:00PM – 3:00PM\nThis program will provide information on essential construction financial principles associated with project management and the impact the accuracy has on corporate financial statements. Many construction professionals may not truly understand the principles of over/under billings\, cost-to-complete projections\, accrual v. percent complete methodology\, year-end complete projections and more. \nUnderstanding the overall financial picture is often misunderstood at the Project Management level. A “big picture” understanding of financial/budgetary management can impact opportunities for growth\, identify risks. Each presenter will provide an informative discussion on basic job-cost principles\, building synergy and collaboration between operations and accounting\, risk mitigation\, lessons learned and practical examples of successes and challenges\, relationship between corporate financials and bonding\, and more. The session will include a Q&A forum. \nSPEAKERS\nGene Crawley\, President\, East Coast Surety Solutions\nBrad Salter\, President\, RA Holdings \nLOCATION (2 OPTIONS)\n1. Virtual — A meeting link will be sent to attendees within 12 hours of the webinar\n2. Please join us at TST Construction’s office — 555 South Independent Boulevard\, Virginia Beach\, VA 23452 (1st Floor Auditorium) \nCOST\nMembers — $40\nNon-Members — $40 \nCANCELLATION POLICY\nPlease note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. \nQuestions?\nContact Meredith Strahan
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/project-profitability-workshop-virtual/
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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