by Jessica Gillette | Sep 30, 2025
SUBMITTAL MANAGEMENT SEMINAR
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 11:30AM – 1:30PM | Lunch provided
Learn 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.
This 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.
INSTRUCTOR – Eric Rash, Submittal Manager, Heartland Construction, Inc.
As 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.
LOCATION
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
COST
Members $67
Non-members $97
Lunch provided
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please 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.
COURSE CONTACT
Contact Jamie Carrow
by Jessica Gillette | Sep 23, 2025
FROM BLUEPRINT TO CERTIFICATION – CMMC ESSENTIALS FOR BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS IN FEDERAL WORK
Wed, Oct 29, 2025 | 11:30AM – 1:00PM
Ready to build your foundation in CMMC essentials? Join us for an exclusive webinar where we’ll dive deep into the latest updates and best practices for implementing the CMMC requirements and preparing for assessments. Our speaker, Steve Molter from IntelliGRC, will guide you through the requirements for certification and what it means for your business. He will also share insights on effective preparation strategies, and address common questions faced during implementation. Plus, we’ll explore the common challenges many contractors and subcontractors discover along the way.
WHAT IS CMMC?
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is the Department of Defense’s standard for protecting sensitive information shared with contractors and subcontractors. If your firm works on federal projects, or plans to, understanding CMMC is essential. This session will break down what CMMC means for builders and contractors, how it affects your business, and the steps you can take to prepare for certification.
LOCATION
Zoom – a link will be sent to attendees within 24 hours of webinar
Please note: online registration will close at 5PM on Tuesday, October 28.
COST
Members – $30
Non-Members – $40
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel must be received within 48 hours of training for a refund.
Questions?
Contact Jenny Tashjian
by Jessica Gillette | Sep 22, 2025
ABC REGIONAL CONSTRUCTION SUMMIT: LEADERSHIP & TECHNOLOGY FOR BETTER BUSINESS
Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 8:00AM – 4:30PM | MD Live! Casino, Hanover, MD
PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS THROUGH ABC GREATER BALTIMORE (CLICK HERE)
The 2026 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.
At 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!
AGENDA
8:00AM – Registration, Breakfast & Exhibitor Hall
9:30AM – Morning Keynote Speaker: Maria Davidson, Founder/CEO of Kojo, Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year
10:45AM – Breakout Session #1 (choice of 3 topics/speakers)
TBA SOON!
11:45AM – Breakout Session #2 (choice of 3 topics/speakers)
TBA SOON!
12:30PM – Lunch & Keynote Speaker: Diane Darling, CGSP, Author featured in The Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, and The Washington Post
1:30PM – Afternoon Break/Exhibitor Hall
2:00PM – Breakout Session #3 (choice of 3 topics/speakers)
TBA SOON!
2:45PM to 4:30PM – Happy Hour, Networking, Exhibitor Hall
*Agenda is subject to change – continue to check the webpage for updates!
LOCATION
Maryland Live! Casino
7002 Arundel Mills Cir Ste 7777, Hanover, MD 21076
COST
Early Bird (until 1/16/2026) – $199
Regular – $225
Non-Members – $375
Current Exhibitors:
Trade Scouts • Bmore Technology • Incite Automation • Construction Intelligence Solutions • M3 Technology Consultants • Contractors Health Coalition • REHAB at Work • Kojo • Team Gantt • XPERTECHS
**Please reach out to Brittany Chaapel with ABC Greater Baltimore if you would like to exhibit. Exhibitorship approvals are at the discretion of the ABC Regional Construction Summit planning team.**
HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS
Click here for room block information and rates
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES | Download sponsorships flyer
• Keynote Sponsor (includes exhibitor booth)
• Lunch Sponsor
• Happy Hour Sponsor
• Breakout Room Sponsor
Click here to visit the sponsorship information page
PRESENTING SPONSOR
ADDITIONAL SPONSORS – THANK YOU!
SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice must be submitted by 5PM on Friday, February 6, 2026, to receive a refund.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Jess Gillette, CPSM
by Jessica Gillette | Sep 4, 2025
CONSTRUCTION FINANCIALS & PROJECT PROFITABILITY WORKSHOP • LUNCH & LEARN
Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | 11:30AM – 1:00PM
This 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.
Understanding 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.
This is a lunch and learn.
SPEAKERS
Gene Crawley, President, East Coast Surety Solutions
Brad Salter, President, RetroAIM, LLC
LOCATION
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
COST
Members $67
Non-members $97
CANCELLATION POLICY
Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance.
Questions?
Contact Jamie Carrow
by Jessica Gillette | Sep 2, 2025
EMPOWERING & OPTIMIZING AI-DRIVEN CONSTRUCTION TECH SOLUTIONS
**POSTPONED. An ABC-VA team member will reach out to any registered attendees.**
Monday, September 22, 2025 | 3:30PM – 5:30PM
Hensel Phelps, Diverge & Track3D – Empowering & Optimizing AI-Driven Construction Tech Solutions
Join Hensel Phelps, Diverge and Track3D on September 22nd to learn about innovation at Hensel Phelps, Diverge’s role in discovering, empowering, and optimizing construction technology solutions and gain insights on Track3D, a trusted partner and AI-driven real-time, automated construction monitoring solution + Q&A where you can ask whatever you want to know!
PRESENTERS
– Khyati Patel, Preconstruction Manager, Hensel Phelps
– Gwen Rhuda, Filed Engineer, Hensel Phelps
– Mihir Somalwar, Innovation Lead, Diverge
– Chaitanya N K, Founder & CEO, Track3D
LOCATION
ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility
42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
VIRTUAL OPTION AVAILABLE! Please select Virtual Participant during registration. You will receive the virtual link within 24 hours before the workshop begins.
COST
Members – $30
Non-Members – $40
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice to cancel must be received within 48 hours of training for a refund.
Questions?
Contact Jenny Tashjian
