![Changes Made and Changes Looming for Small Business Contractors 7/21 [Virtual]](https://www.abcva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Changes-Made-Changes-Looming-July-21-1080x675.jpg)
by Jessica Gillette | May 27, 2026
CHANGES MADE AND CHANGES LOOMING FOR SMALL BUSINESS CONTRACTORS
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 10:00AM – 11:00AM | Virtual
The 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.
SPEAKERS
Neil 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.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Contractors looking to learn about or better understand these small and disadvantaged business programs and how they are reshaping those programs’ missions
LOCATION
Virtual
Link to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar
COST
Members — $30
Non-Members — $60
Questions?
Contact Meredith Strahan
by Jessica Gillette | May 22, 2026
UNDERSTANDING PLANS & SPECS (FORMERLY BLUEPRINT READING 101/102)
Begins Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 3:00PM – 5:00PM
Enhance your personal and professional value by enrolling in ABC-VA’s Understanding Plans and Specifications. This comprehensive course builds the fundamental skills needed to confidently read, interpret, and work with construction plans and specifications – whether in the office or in the field. Participants will begin with an introduction to construction plans and progressively develop the ability to navigate and utilize a complete plan set as it is applied in real-world construction environments.
All 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.
INSTRUCTOR
Jeremy Winstead, Power Electric Co.
SCHEDULE
Six-Day Course:
July 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 & 30 (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
3:00PM – 5:00PM
LOCATION
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
COST
Member – $345
Non-Member – $445
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions 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.
Questions?
Contact Meredith Strahan
by Jessica Gillette | May 21, 2026
CMMC COMPLIANCE FOR BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE IT IMPACTS YOUR WORK
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 | 11:30AM – 1:30PM
CMMC isn’t coming, it’s already here. And for many builders, contractors, and subcontractors, it’s quickly becoming the difference between staying eligible for work and getting cut from the opportunity pipeline.
Join Charles IT’s Trevor Davis and Larry Robertson for an in-person session built specifically for ABC Virginia members. We’ll break down what CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) means for your business, where most contractors are getting stuck, and what it takes to move forward with confidence.
This isn’t just a requirement for prime contractors. CMMC applies across the entire defense supply chain. This means if you’re connected to a DoD project in any way, there’s a high likelihood these requirements apply to you (or will, come November).
In this session, we’ll cover:
• Who needs CMMC Level 2 and how to quickly determine where your business falls
• The most common assumptions we’re hearing and why they’re putting contractors at risk
• What it takes to become CMMC Level 2 compliant including timelines, expectations, and effort required
• The biggest blockers organizations are running into right now as the November 10 deadline approaches
We’ll keep it practical—giving you a clear, real-world look at how CMMC is showing up in contracts, what assessors expect from you, and how to avoid costly missteps. If you’re pursuing government work, or supporting a contractor who is, this session will help you understand where you stand today, what’s ahead, and what actions you should be taking now.
Because at this point, CMMC isn’t a future initiative; it’s a business requirement
SPEAKERS
Trevor Davis, Account Executive, Charles IT
Larry Robertson, General Manager, Charles IT
LOCATION
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
COST
Members — $37
Non-members — $67
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 Meredith Strahan
![Unlocking Smarter Construction With Drone-Powered Precision 7/15 [Virtual]](https://www.abcva.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drone-Powered-Precision-Webinar-July15-1080x675.jpg)
by Jessica Gillette | May 6, 2026
UNLOCKING SMARTER CONSTRUCTION WITH DRONE-POWERED PRECISION
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | 2:00PM – 3:00PM | Virtual
This session, led by Sky-Hound, examines how drone technology is driving measurable improvements across construction projects in Northern Virginia, a region defined by rapid growth in infrastructure and data center development. It highlights how leading firms are leveraging drones for high-precision data capture, real-time project visibility, and enhanced site safety.
The session also covers the complex, highly regulated airspace in Northern Virginia —near Washington, D.C., with restricted zones and FAA compliance requirements—and outlines key considerations construction teams must navigate to operate safely and legally.
Attendees will gain a strategic perspective on how drone-enabled insights are reducing risk, accelerating timelines, and supporting smarter decision-making in one of the nation’s most active construction markets.
PRESENTERS
Tyler Richards, Sky-Hound
Mark Vakarchuk, Databird Solutions
LOCATION
Virtual
Link to be sent to attendees within 12 hours of webinar
COST
Members — $20
Non-Members — $30
Questions?
Contact Jenny Tashjian
by Jessica Gillette | May 4, 2026
LEVERAGING BIM FOR BETTER PROJECT DELIVERY
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 11:30AM – 1:30PM | Lunch provided
BIM is transforming how construction teams design, coordinate, and deliver projects. Learn how to use it effectively—from preconstruction to the field.
Key Topics
– BIM process: workflow & resources
– Software & information; BIM execution plans; pull planning for a coordination schedule; and the role of operations and field leadership in model coordination
– Uses/benefits of BIM software integration
– Prefabrication; material procurement; plan & spec contract benefits: flushing out design issues early; design build contract benefits: working with engineers & architects to make models constructible
– Reality capture
– Site capture software & model comparison; laser scanning: applications for accelerating Tenant Uplift & Retrofit projects
– BIM models in the field – how to leverage the investment
– Using the model on BIM projects to assure quality field installation; installation tracking tools
INSTRUCTORS
Lee Bickley and Richard Whirley, Jr., ColonialWebb Contractors
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Subcontractor PMs & Assistant PMs, Project Engineers, Product/Equipment Vendors, and anyone looking to learn more about the role of BIM in construction
LOCATION
ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility
1600 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228
COST
Members – $67
Non-Members – $97
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Written notice must be received by 5PM on June 5, 2026, for a refund.
Questions?
Contact Kristen Altermatt
