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SUMMARY:Beyond the Hype 2.0: A.I. Use Cases Across the Project Lifecycle • Roundtable 4/30 CV
DESCRIPTION:BEYOND THE HYPE 2.0: A.I. USE CASES ACROSS THE PROJECT LIFECYCLE • ROUNDTABLE\nThursday\, April 30\, 2026  |  11:30AM – 1:30PM\nIn our last session\, we held an open discussion focused on A.I. making real-world impact in our industry and implementation strategies. We’re back with round two\, this time focusing on real A.I. use cases across the project lifecycle. Participants are encouraged to bring real examples of how they are using (or have tried to use) A.I. on active or recent projects\, including what worked\, what didn’t\, and lessons learned. \nEvent Agenda:\n1. AI Use Cases Across the Project Lifecycle – Preconstruction & Estimating\, Project Management\n2. AI Tools and how to use them effectively (Copilot\, ChatGPT\, Claude)\n3. Risk Management & Escalation – What AI handles & what requires review\n4. Open Discussion – What’s working\, what’s not\, priority pilot workflows\, and ownership/follow-up actions \nDidn’t make it to the first session? No problem! Anyone interested in real-use cases of A.I. in construction are encouraged to join us. Seats are limited to provide for open and honest discussion. \nWho should attend: Construction Executives & Project Managers\, Preconstruction and Estimators\, and anyone exploring AI’s role in operations\, safety\, or design \nLunch provided\nSPEAKERS\nMonty Lay\, Director of Preconstruction\, ColonialWebb Contractors\nShane Oberholtzer\, President\, eTEC Mechanical Corporation \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 April 27\, 2026. \nQuestions?\nContact Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/beyondthehype-2-0/
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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SUMMARY:Construction Quality Management 5/11 CV
DESCRIPTION:CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM)\nMonday\, May 11\, 2026  |  7:15AM – 5:00PM\nDo you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality\, increase repeat business\, and maintain your reputation\, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors\, brought to you by ABC-Virginia\, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)\, and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). \nThis required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. \nEnroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government’s requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. \nCOST\nMember – $295\nNon-Member – $395\nIncludes breakfast\, lunch and course materials \nLOCATION\nABC-VA Central VA Training Facility\n1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA 23228 \nSUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS\nSubstitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made by 5PM on Wednesday\, May 6\, 2026. \nCONTACT Kristen Altermatt
URL:https://www.abcva.org/event/construction-quality-management-5-11-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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SUMMARY:Managing Conflict in the Workplace • Lunch & Learn 5/20 CV
DESCRIPTION:MANAGING CONFLICT IN THE WORKPLACE • LUNCH & LEARN\nWednesday\, May 20\, 2026 |  11:00AM – 1:00PM\nTurn Workplace Conflict into Productivity: Master Communication That Works. Workplace conflict drains productivity\, morale\, and retention. Learn how to turn it into better communication\, stronger teams\, and real results. Expect a highly interactive workshop with real-world scenarios\, role play practice\, feedback and skill-building. \nKey Takeaways\n• Types and causes of conflict\n• Your conflict management style—and its impact\n• Communication skills that improve outcomes\n• Managing conflict across generations\n• Practical ways to prevent and resolve conflict \nBoost productivity\, retain employees\, and strengthen teams. Limited space – register now! \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 May 13\, 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/managing-conflict-5-20-cv/
LOCATION:ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility\, 1600 E Parham Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23228\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Virginia
ORGANIZER;CN="Kristen Altermatt":MAILTO:kristen@abcva.org
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