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by Jessica Gillette | Jul 9, 2025
PREPARING FOR THE NEXT GENERATION WORKFORCE [PANEL & NETWORKING]
Thursday, August 14, 2025 | 4:30PM – 7:00PM
The construction industry will need to attract an estimated 439,000 net new workers in 2025 to meet anticipated demand for construction services, according to a proprietary model developed and released by Associated Builders and Contractors. In 2026, the industry will need to bring in 499,000 new workers as spending picks up in response to presumed lower interest rates. These problems of today will continue if we do not start to make an impact now.
Join us for a panel event full of information about what you can do now and how you can connect with students in middle and high school as they start to plan for their careers. Speakers will share success stories of Work-Based Learning Opportunities through the Department of Education, including Career Presentations, Youth Apprenticeship, Job Shadowing, and Internships.
Please note: ALL members are encouraged to attend this event.
After the panel, head over to Honor Brewing next door for fun networking over drinks and appetizers!
PANELISTS
Nathan Tegarden, Project Manager | R.W. Murray Co. | Moderator
Michael Coakley, Co-President | C.J. Coakley Co., Inc. | Panelist
Doug Meadows, LEED AP, CDCM, Chief Operating Officer | E.E. Reed East Coast | Panelist
Nasir Ayoub, Workforce Development Coordinator | Prince William County Schools | Panelist
Darlene Hart, State Workforce Development Director | ABC Virginia | Panelist
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by August 11 COB
Event $150 – includes one (1) comped registration, signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials
SPONSORS – THANK YOU!
LOCATION
Panel Event: ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
Post-Event Networking: Honor Brewing, 42604 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
COST
Members – $45
Non-Members – $55
Includes panel discussion, heavy apps and two (2) drink tickets
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 Katie Gregg
by Jessica Gillette | Jun 23, 2025
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: ANNUAL 9-HOLE GOLF CLASSIC
Monday, August 18, 2025 | 4:00PM – 8:00PM
**Registration will close Wednesday, August 13, at 1:00PM.**
Young Professionals (40 & under) are invited to play in our second annual Northern Virginia YP 9-hole Golf Classic at Dominion Valley Country Club on August 18th! Enjoy a quick round of golf followed by networking over dinner and drinks. 4PM shotgun start.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Dinner Sponsor:$450 – includes two (2) complimentary tickets, logo on golf carts, signage at reception, logo/name on marketing materials
Beverage Cart Sponsor: $350 – includes one (1) complimentary ticket, logo on beverage and golf carts, logo/name on marketing materials
Bar Sponsor: $350 – includes one (1) complimentary ticket, logo on beverage and golf carts, logo/name on marketing materials
Hole Sponsor: $250 – includes one (1) complimentary ticket, tee signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials
SPONSORS – THANK YOU!
LOCATION
Dominion Valley Country Club
15200 Arnold Palmer Drive, Haymarket, VA 20169
COST
Members Only event: $188 per player / $752 per Foursome
Includes golf, beverage cart items during round, dinner + two (2) drink tickets with dinner
SUBSTITUTION/CANCELLATION POLICY
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made by 5PM on August 11, 2025.
Questions?
Contact Katie Gregg
by Jessica Gillette | Jun 18, 2025
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: FUTURE-PROOFING WITH AI FOR CONSTRUCTION [PANEL]
Thursday, July 24, 2025 | 4:30PM – 7:00PM
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Our Young Professionals Panel & Social Hour returns on July 24 to explore how to future-proof our construction projects using AI. This interactive panel will highlight how to set up custom AI agents, using ChatGPT effectively, Digital Twin, Microsoft Co-Pilot, AI governance and policies + Q&A where you can ask whatever you want to know!
Key Takeaways
• Explore How AI Is Transforming Construction: Discover real-world applications of artificial intelligence across planning, design, safety, and operations.
• Hear from Industry Leaders and Innovators: Gain insights from experts at the forefront of AI implementation in construction projects of all sizes.
• Boost Productivity & Reduce Risk: Learn how AI is helping companies optimize schedules, prevent cost overruns, and improve site safety.
• Case Studies from the Field: Get inspired by live examples of how AI is being used today in areas like drone mapping, predictive maintenance, and robotics.
• Future-Proof Your Business: Understand emerging trends and how your organization can stay competitive in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
• Interactive Q&A with Experts: Ask the questions that matter most to your business and get practical, actionable answers.
• Network with Forward-Thinking Peers: Connect with professionals who are leading the charge in digital transformation within construction.
After the panel, head over to Honor Brewing next door for fun networking over drinks and appetizers!
PANELISTS
Akshay Reddy, Assistant Project Manager | E.E. Reed East Coast | Moderator
Rohit Setty, Principal | Setty | Panelist
Benny Sayasithsena, VP of Sales | M3 Technology Consultants | Panelist
Andrew Gregg, Land Use and Real Estate Attorney | Bean, Kinney & Korman, P.C. | Panelist
Chris Guerra, North Regional Business Development Manager, Ruppert Landscape | Panelist
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by July 21 COB
Event $200 – includes one (1) comped registration, signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials
LOCATION
Panel Event: ABC-VA Northern Virginia Training Facility, 42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
Post-Event Networking: Honor Brewing, 42604 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
COST
Members – $45
Non-Members – $55
Includes panel discussion, light apps and two (2) drink tickets
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 Katie Gregg
by Jessica Gillette | Jun 16, 2025
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.
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, Hensel Phelps | October 9)
- The Purpose Driven Life (Instructor: Spencer Teel, TEEL Construction | October 30)
- Situational Leadership (Instructor: Brian Fish, Hensel Phelps | December 4)
- What Makes a Leader? (Instructor: Patrick Dean, ABC-VA | December 18)
- Identifying Ideal Team Players (Instructor: Steve Skinner, WCS Construction | January 8)
- Stephen Covey’s Speed of Trust (Instructor: Mike Bellaman, ABC National | January 22)
- Effective Communication (Instructor: Zeena Fangman, HITT Contracting | February 19)
- Corporate Culture and Ethics (Instructor: Steve Daves (retired), R.W. Murray | March 12)
- Career Development (Instructor: Mark Bailey, TMG Construction | April 16)
- End of Year Celebration (May 7)
LOCATION
ABC-VA Northern Virginia Headquarters
42680 Trade West Drive, Dulles, VA 20166
COST
$625 per Participant
Please note: registration is not available online. Please submit your application with all required documents to Jenny Tashjian.
