YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: NETWORKING OR NOT WORKING? | WORKSHOP & MIXER Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | 3:30PM - 5:30PM Most business developers spend countless hours at happy hours, mixers, and industry events—but is all that networking actually working? Too often, people show up without a plan, fall into surface-level small talk, and walk away with a stack of business cards that lead nowhere. In this session, we’ll break down the difference between effective networking and wasted time, focusing on engaging people with the right questions, telling stories that make you memorable, and avoiding getting stuck in dead-end conversations. You’ll also learn how to position yourself as a true connector—the kind of person others seek out for introductions and opportunities. And most importantly, we’ll cover why follow-up is where the real magic happens—because if you're not turning handshakes into meaningful business relationships, you're NOTworking. Light appetizers and two (2) drink tickets provided (non-alcoholic options available). This event is for Young Professionals 40 & under. SPEAKERS Robin Green, Owner & President, Ascend Performance, Inc., powered by Sandler Robin Green works with companies in a variety of industries and helps develop proven and reliable methodologies to grow revenue. Robin serves clients from across the […]
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LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE PROGRAM KICKOFF Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 3:30PM – 5:30PM | Northern VA Training Facility The 2025 Leadership Institute kicks off on September 25 with a program overview and the ABCs of ABC. Applications for the Leadership Institute are due Friday, September 12, 2025. Download application The Leadership Institute brings together aspiring leaders that have three or more years in the AEC industry. Our program is designed to enhance the potential of our industry’s rising leaders by helping them to develop a greater self-awareness of their unique leadership style. Current industry leaders will facilitate discussions that encourage active participation. The curriculum requires reading assignments, an emotional intelligence/personality assessment with a professionally facilitated workshop, social outings and a community service project. Eligibility Nominee must have worked in the Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC) industry for a minimum of three (3) years Nominee must be employed by a member in good standing of the ABC Virginia Chapter Nominee must be able and willing to attend at least nine out of ten sessions to graduate Sessions (beginning September 25) Program Kickoff & the ABCs of ABC (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | September 25) Behavior Profile Workshop & Emotional Intelligence (Instructor: Brooke Johnson, […] |
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: FARMBREW LIVE PROJECT TOUR + 2 SILOS OKTOBERFEST WITH SMPS DC Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 4:30PM – 7:30PM Where Strategy Meets Structure: ABC Virginia and SMPS DC are teaming up for a special project tour at FarmBrew LIVE! Explore this fun project led by GC R.W. Murray Co. at the top entertainment venue in the Bristow/Manassas area followed by an Oktoberfest-themed networking mixer. Now's your chance to share your construction knowledge with the marketers making magic behind the scenes! Join us for a one-of-a-kind opportunity to tour the 30,000 SF expansion at FarmBrew LIVE, led by R.W. Murray Co. This highly anticipated project for Villagio Hospitality Group brings major additions to Northern Virginia's first destination brewery campus, including: • A new main building with a distillery, retail store, restaurant, and dual kitchens • A stunning 46-foot curtain wall showcasing a 35-foot still • An adjacent RickHouse for barrel aging • Expanded entertainment spaces connecting the campus The expansion will also welcome Murlarkey Distilled Spirits to its new home in Manassas - an achievement made possible through historic state and county grant support. After the tour, raise a glass at our Oktoberfest networking reception! Enjoy food, drinks, and […]
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