by Jessica Gillette | Mar 31, 2026
YOUR BUSINESS WORTH: UNDERSTANDING THE WHY • LUNCH & LEARN
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | 11:30AM – 1:00PM | Lunch provided
As business owners, your business is most likely your largest asset. Closely held businesses do not have an easily determinable value and a range of values is the norm. The value of your business is influenced by many variables, many of which you can control. Whether you keep or sell your business, knowing and increasing your valuation is always beneficial.
Topics include:
• Five different valuation methods for your business/industry
• How to “enhance” the value of your business
• The consequences of an incorrect valuation
• Why businesses with multiple shareholders should “fix” a value in writing
• How valuation differs in a family transfer event versus a third party sale
• What the IRS can do if you choose not to establish a value for tax purposes
• Why reoccurring revenue, long term employees, “clean” books, negotiated vs. bid work, bonding capacity, and supplier relationships are drivers of increased valuations
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Business owners (current or the next generation) who want to explore planned or emergency transitions as well as proactive tax strategies
SPEAKERS
Donald S. Hannahs, CFP®, Oceanside Financial Strategies
Parker Hannahs, CFP®, Oceanside Financial Strategies
LOCATION
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
**Attendee parking and entrance is in the back of the building.**
COST
Members — $30
Non-members — $60
Lunch is provided
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Please note: a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance.
Questions?
Contact Meredith Strahan
by Jessica Gillette | Mar 18, 2026
BEYOND THE HYPE 2.0: A.I. USE CASES ACROSS THE PROJECT LIFECYCLE • ROUNDTABLE
Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 11:30AM – 1:30PM
In 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.
Event Agenda:
1. AI Use Cases Across the Project Lifecycle – Preconstruction & Estimating, Project Management
2. AI Tools and how to use them effectively (Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude)
3. Risk Management & Escalation – What AI handles & what requires review
4. Open Discussion – What’s working, what’s not, priority pilot workflows, and ownership/follow-up actions
Didn’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.
Who should attend: Construction Executives & Project Managers, Preconstruction and Estimators, and anyone exploring AI’s role in operations, safety, or design
Lunch provided
SPEAKERS
Monty Lay, Director of Preconstruction, ColonialWebb Contractors
Shane Oberholtzer, President, eTEC Mechanical Corporation
LOCATION
ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility
1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228
COST
Members – $67
Non-Members – $97
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions 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.
Questions?
Contact Kristen Altermatt
by Jessica Gillette | Mar 18, 2026
FEDERAL AND STATE SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAMS: THE CHANGES MADE AND THE CHANGES LOOMING • VIRTUAL
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 10:00AM – 11:00AM
The Federal Small Business Administration, the Federal Department of Transportation, and the State of Virginia have already made and continue considering additional changes affecting small business program eligibility and implementation. This virtual learning program will overview those programs’ basics, their recent changes, and their current and expected impacts on small businesses and those working with them moving forward.
Who should attend:
Business team personnel looking to learn about or better understand the federal small and disadvantaged business programs and how the government has been and is reshaping those programs’ missions
INSTRUCTORS
Neil Lowenstein, Woods Rogers
Tom Barrow, Woods Rogers
LOCATION
Virtual
Attendees will receive the meeting link within 24 hours of program
COST
Members — $20
Non-members — $40
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.
**Online registration closes 5:00PM on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.**
COURSE CONTACT
Contact Meredith Strahan
by Jessica Gillette | Mar 18, 2026
ALL HANDS ON DECK — BUILDING A CULTURE THAT NAVIGATES CONFLICT TOGETHER
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 8:30AM – 10:30AM
Strong teams don’t avoid conflict—they learn how to work through it. Using powerful nautical stories, including the contrast between the ill-fated HMS Bounty and Shackleton’s legendary Endurance expedition, this interactive session explores how teams succeed when communication, trust, and shared responsibility are in place.
Participants will be introduced to the Four Winds of a Unified Culture (Shared Purpose • Mutual Respect • Clear Expectations • Collective Accountability) and how these principles support healthier conversations and stronger teamwork.
What you’ll gain:
• Practical tools for handling workplace conflict with confidence
• Strategies for improving communication and team alignment
• A better understanding of your own team’s culture
• Takeaways you can apply immediately on the job
Who should attend:
Young professionals and team members looking to build stronger working relationships, communicate more effectively, and contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace.
INSTRUCTOR
Jim Davis, Speaker, Trainer, Facilitator – For over 25 years, Jim Davis has been developing leaders in the environments where America’s real work gets done – manufacturing plants, shipyards, construction sites, and government facilities. His approach is different because his audience is different. No corporate buzzwords. No flavor-of-the-month theories. Just timeless leadership principles delivered in language that frontline supervisors and emerging leaders actually understand and can apply immediately.
LOCATION
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
COST
Members — $95
Non-members — $125
Breakfast 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
by Jessica Gillette | Mar 13, 2026
DRONES IN CONSTRUCTION: FROM INNOVATION TO IMPLEMENTATION
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 11:30AM – 1:00PM | Lunch provided
Smarter Data. Safer Jobsites. Stronger Results. Drones are no longer a “nice-to-have” in construction – they’re becoming an essential tool for safety, compliance, project documentation, marketing, and client communication.
Join ABC-VA for an engaging panel discussion featuring local industry leaders who are actively using drone technology to improve the way projects are planned, managed, and delivered. This session will move beyond the basics to explore real-world application, practical challenges, and the future of aerial technology in our region.
Topics will include:
• Using drones for jobsite safety and risk management
• Contractor compliance and FAA considerations
• Leveraging aerial imagery for marketing and client engagement
• Integrating drones with BIM/VDC workflows
• What’s next for drones in construction
Whether you’re new to drone technology or looking to expand how your company uses it, you’ll leave with actionable insights and clearer understanding how drones can elevate your projects.
DRONE EXPERTS
William Prettyman, Owner | CEO, Studio Center
Zach Emerson, BIM/VDC Manager, MEB
Chad Bailey, Founder and Owner, SkyRaptor
Justin Jones, Systems Manager, VTC & UAV, W.M. Jordan Company
Jason Petrie, Safety Manager, Clancy & Theys (Moderator)
VIEW DETAILED BIOS OF SPEAKERS HERE
LOCATION
ABC-VA Hampton Roads Training Facility
530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320
**Attendee parking and entrance is in the back of the building.**
COST
Members — $65
Non-members — $85
Lunch provided
CANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION 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
