ASSOCIATED BUILDERS AND CONTRACTORS CENTRAL FLORIDA CHAPTER
YOUR MONTHLY MAILER
LEVEL UP AT THE ANNUAL CONSTRUCTION EXPO!
As the 2023 Chair of the ABC CF Board, I would like to encourage members to participate in the annual Construction Expo to take advantage of the benefits of the ABC CF’s largest event of the year.
ABC is the voice of the merit shop in the construction industry and carries the responsibility of making that voice heard. Our organization is the single largest hub of construction industry leaders in Central Florida, and the Construction Expo showroom floor provides the largest platform to connect with your peers, grow your company, and add to your employee’s professional development.
With 1,400+ attendees each year, the Expo offers a huge opportunity for brand exposure. You can showcase past projects and the latest cutting-edge product offerings, show off past awards, provide hands-on demonstrations, and market your company with giveaways and face-to-face interactions.
The Expo also provides an opportunity to join with fellow industry peers to identify solutions to current problems such as supply shortages, rising material costs, labor shortages, workforce training, and more. You can also connect with ABC staff members, the Board of Directors, or committee members in the chapter to learn more about what ABC is doing for you and your company.
Companies are encouraged to join in friendly competition with each other through booth theming, all while being part of the biggest networking event of the year. This year, ABC is encouraging members to theme their booth around a celebration, as ABC is celebrating it’s 50th anniversary!
Additional advertising opportunities are also available outside of your own booth. By sponsoring welcome bags or lanyards, you can start gaining exposure right from the entrance. You can also add a door prize or raffle to connect with the winner for a one-on-one lunch after the event. Other sponsorship
opportunities include bar or food sponsorships, program ads, best booth award sponsorship, and more.
Booth locations for the event are awarded based on order of signup. Showcase that you are a serious player within the industry by signing up early and getting a prime spot at the event. You don’t want to miss out on the opportunity to expand your customer base, connect with ABC CF Members, and support free enterprise and the merit shop philosophy.
Booth selection of choice is exclusive to early bird registrations; all others will be assigned. You can register here: www.abccentralflorida.com/event/construction-expo/
I look forward to seeing everyone at the event!
Chris Evans Vice President & Commercial Division Manager Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC 2023 CF ABC Chair
Early bird pricing on booths ends soon!
Scan QR code to check out the Construction Expo 2022 photo gallery!
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JULY 2023
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For all events and training sessions scan the individual QR codes or visit abccf.org JULY 13-15 ABC of FL State Convention AUGUST 10 ABC On Tap - Gatlin Hall Brewing 15 Maximize Your Membership Workshop 18 Casino Night Workforce Development FundraiserOrlando Science Center SEPTEMBER 8 Fall Golf Tournament #1 - Orange County National 13 Future Member Event – Help Membership Grow! 21 Construction Expo at Central Florida Fairgrounds 29 Fall Golf Tournament #2 - Orange County National CONNECT EVENTS CALENDAR Request an ABC Member digital logo Email logorequests@abccf.org to get your logo today! OCTOBER 14 EIC Awards Banquet at Hilton Orlando, Destination Parkway 26 ABC On Tap at Gatlin Hall Brewing NOVEMBER 9 Chilli Cook Off at Apopka Amphitheatre 14 Maximize Your Membership DECEMBER 1 Sporting Clays Shoot at Polk Sporting Clays 7 Holiday Party at Amphibious Group Scan the QR code for ABC Calendar Associated Builders & Contractors of Central Florida (ABC CF) | 651 Danville Drive, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32825 | Phone: 407.628.2070 651DanvilleDrive,Suite200Orlando,FL32825P:407.628.2070|W:abccf.org The ABC of Florida State Convention gives you an TheABC ofFlorida State Convention gives youan opportunity to makeconnections and develop opportunity tomake connections and develop relationships with peersfromfive Florida Chapters, relationships with peers from five Florida Chapters, whileenjoying Florida’sgulfcoast. Reserve your while enjoying Florida’s gulf coast. Reserve your room forThursday, Friday and Saturday nights at room for Thursday, Friday andSaturday nights at the JW Marriott Marco Island Resort. the JW Marriott MarcoIslandResort. Scan QR code to Register Today maximize your membershipworkshop This FREE workshop is designed to help new, existing, and future ABC members learn how to utilize their membership for maximum effectiveness and return on their investment. ABCOnTap Join ABC Central Florida members for an opportunity to meet key leadership of the chapter and get acquainted with new and existing members. This is an exclusive, free event for ABC CF members to attend! Aug 15 Aug 10
EDUCATE TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT CALENDAR
Construction Executive offers professional education webinar series to help contractors run a more profitable and productive construction business. Upcoming webinars:
1. July 12 - Get Paid Faster With Cash-Flow Management
2. July 19 - Reducing Risk and Improving Margins With Digital Twins
3. July 26 - Construction Executive’s 2023 Mid-Year Construction Economic Update and Forecast
Scan QR code for details or visit: webinars.constructionexec.com/upcoming-webinars/
FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR
DECISION-MAKERS
July 20
Aug 24
• Financial Ratio Analysis
• How to evaluate financial health
• Learn about liquidity and debt ratios
• The most important AP and AR metrics to track Seats filling up fast! Register Today! SCAN QR CODE to register today!
Questions? Call us at 407.628.2070 JULY 13 Construction Law: Winning Disputes Through Proper Project Documentation 20 CPR/First Aid Certification 24 Lien Law Level II AUGUST 16 Lien Law Level I 16-17 OSHA 10-Hour 21-24 OSHA 30-Hour 24 Financial Intelligence for Decision-Makers SEPTEMBER 6 CPR/First Aid Certification 12 Suicide Awareness & Prevention Seminar 20 Lien Law Level II 26 Basic Blueprint Reading - 18 Hour Course begins 26 ACFS Safety Day 27 Frontline Supervisor (Trestles) OCTOBER 26 Construction Law: Insurance Coverage Disputes NOVEMBER 29 CPR/First Aid Certification 30 Financial Management for Decision Makers DECEMBER 5-6 Frontline Supervisor (Trestles) 6-7 OSHA 10-Hour Training Course 11-14 OSHA 30-Hour Training Course begins
Scan the QR code for ABC Calendar GET CERTIFIED! CPR & First-Aid 2023 Registration available online at abccf.org or scan the QR code. ABC Office 651 Danville Drive, Suite 200 Orlando, FL 32825 Do you have the lifesaving CPR and First-Aid skills needed to help co-workers or customers in an emergency situation? Check your cards - certifications expire every two years. July 20, 2023 – 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Sept. 6, 2023 – 1:30 pm - 6:30pm Nov. 29, 2023 – 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
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The annual Casino Night will begin with light hors d'oeuvres, followed by dinner, music, and a variety of gaming to include blackjack, roulette, craps, and poker. Proceeds will support the efforts of the Workforce Enhancement Fund which supports construction education programs and promotes careers in construction in the Central Florida area.
A u g u s t 1 8 , 2 0 2 3 7:00 - 10:30 p.m. Orlando Science Center 777 East Princeton Street Orlando, FL 32803 HELP THE INDUSTRY GROW ONE HIGH ROLL AT A TIME Connect... Educate... Advocate 651 Danville Dr., Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32825 407-628-2070 abccf.org
EIC
EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION Awards 2023
MAGAZINE AD
DISCOUNTS DISCOUNTS AND DEADLINES AND DEADLINES APPROACHING APPROACHING QUICKLY! QUICKLY!
SPACE RESERVATION:
September 1, 2023
Email Order to: eic@abccf.org
MATERIALS DEADLINE:
September 14, 2023
Email Ad to: amathews@abccf.org
SUBMISSION SPECIFICATIONS:
Please submit 300 dpi, high resolution files in C-M-Y-K color space in .PDF or .jpg format only.
Early Bird Rate ends July 1, 2023
Early Bird Rate ends July 1, 2023
Reserve Your Ad Space Today & Save!
Reserve Your Ad Space Today & Save!
The annual EIC Awards magazine is circulated to ENR Southeast magazine subscribers in Central Florida each year, reaching over 5,000 industry businesses! The digital version is available on abccf org for a minimum of 12 months
This annual publication is the “Who’s Who of Building Excellence” in Central Florida and honors those ABC member companies and their employees who strive in everything they do to be the ‘Best of the Best’.
Show your support of fellow ABC CF members and the Central Florida Chapter by reserving your ad space for your company in the upcoming EIC Awards 2023 Edition today and celebrate Excellence In Construction!
Scan QR code for more details QUESTIONS? Please contact Taylor Tidwell, at 407-628-2070 or eic@abccf.org.
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LIEN LAW - LEVEL ONE
Prerequisite to Lien Law Level Two
CERTIFICATE COURSE LEVEL ONE Construction Lien Skills
Preparing and recording construction claims of lien in Florida is extremely challenging. Superficial knowledge of the process, without competent legal advice, frequently spells disaster. Lien Law Level One is an intensive four-hour training in all basic aspects of construction lien compliance techniques
• Fundamentals of a construction claim of lien
• Who is entitled to a construction claim of lien
• What types of property may be liened
• Preliminary steps to prepare for a construction lien
• Preparation of the construction claim of lien
• Proper methods of service
• Notice of commencement principle
• How to contest a construction claim of lien
• Types of waivers and when to use them
• Final contractor’s affidavits
At the conclusion of the course students will be tested for competency. Those who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate verifying they obtained the necessary skills to comply with Florida’s construction and bond law requirements. Successful Level One graduates will be eligible to attend Lien Law Level Two instruction.
CILB Provider # PVD404, Course #0610050, 4 CEUs Meets the one-hour business practice requirement
COURSE DATE & REGISTRATION
COURSE TOPICS
• Notice to Owner
• Construction Liens
• Partial and Final Waivers of Lien
• Notice of Commencement
• Types of Property Subject to Liens
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• Architects
• Engineers
• General Contractors
• Specialty Contractors
• Estimators
• Superintendents
• Suppliers
• Surety Bond Representatives
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Date
Time August 16, 2023 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM; Includes Resource Book & Morning Coffee Location 651 Danville Drive, Suite 200, Orlando, FL 32825
Cost $89 (CFC ABC members for in person/virtual); $119 (Non-members for in person/virtual)
Bundle up and SAVE 20% if you register for both Lien Law Level 1 and 2 TODAY!
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Four-hour seminar presented by Attorney
Michael C. Sasso of Sasso & Sasso, P.A., and CFC ABC’s General Counsel
Attorney Sasso concentrates his practice in construction law including construction lien and bond claims. Mr. Sasso was a member of the inaugural class of Board-Certified Construction Lawyers in 2005. He has served as the Chair of the Board Certification Construction Law Committee of The Florida Bar. He has extensive experience teaching, testing and certifying attorneys who wish to become Board-Certified Construction Attorneys. Mr. Sasso is currently Chairman of the Judicial Nomination Commission for the Fifth District Court of Appeal. www.sasso-law.com
A cancellation number will be issued for requests that are received by 5 p.m. 5 days before the event. Any requests for a refund made after this date will not be processed.
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CONSTRUCTION LAW
WINNING DISPUTES THROUGH PROPER
PROJECT DOCUMENTATION
Construction liens allow contractors and subcontractors to perform their contractual obligations without the risk of being denied payment for materials supplied and services rendered. While receiving payment is certainly preferable to foreclosing a construction lien, recording a lien ensures access to legal remedies should it become necessary to pursue formal legal action. As such, the preparation of construction liens at the appropriate time is essential – particularly in connection with large-scale construction projects – and contractors and subcontractors must rely on experienced legal counsel to help them protect their ability to collect payment.
Areas of Focus
• Effective project documentation,
• General concepts,
• Categories of documents, and how they’re used to prove/disprove claims (the practical effect).
• Social media and litigation components
About the Instructor: Leanne Palmer is Board Certified in Construction Law by The Florida Bar. As an expert in construction law, she handles a wide spectrum of commercial construction-related matters representing owners, general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals, throughout all stages of a project. She has substantial litigation and trial experience that gives her a distinctive ability to better represent her clients on numerous matters. This includes assisting clients in contract claims, lien and bond claims, defect and design issues, payments disputes, bid protests, and delay claims. Leanne also has extensive experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
Leanne joined the firm in February 2013, not long after graduating valedictorian from law school, where she earned a record 14 book awards. She also served as Chief Justice of the Moot Court Honors Board and Associate Editor of Barry Law Review.
Who Should Attend
• Owners
• CEO’s & CFO’s
• Project Managers
• HR Managers
REGISTRATION
Date July 13, 2023
Time 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Includes materials and handouts, morning coffee and refreshments
Location 651 Danville Drive, Suite 200 Orlando, FL 32825
Cost $55 CFC ABC Members; $75 Non-Members
Register online by July 11, 2023
Sign up today - space is limited!
Scan the QR code or register online at abccentralflorida.com/construction-law/
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CONSTRUCTION SAFETY AND HEALTH
DATES:
April 5 and 6, 2023
August 16 and 17, 2023
December 6 and 7, 2023
OSHA recommends workplace safety OSHA recommends workplace safety training for a safe and healthful work training for a safe and healthful work environment, specifically for hazard environment, specifically for hazard avoidance on the job site. avoidance on the job site.
Workers who successfully complete our OSHA-authorized course will earn their official OSHA 10 card from the U S Department of Labor (DOL) Our course is intended as an orientation to OSHA safety training standards It covers safety and health hazards workers may face on construction work sites, placing special emphasis on hazard identification, avoidance, control and prevention
This course content includes:
Introduction to OSHA standards
OSHA General duty & competent clause
Excavation, trenching & shoring.
Electrical
Fall Protection
Handling, storage, and disposal of materials
Ladders and stairways
Cranes, derricks, hoists, elevators, and conveyors
Students will also learn about elective items of their choosing and practical application
For additional information call us or email classes@abccf.org.
TIME & LOCATION:
7:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Breakfast will be provided)
ABC, 651 Danville Drive, Orlando, FL 32825
COST
ABC Member - $99
Non member - $119
SCAN QR CODE TO SELECT DAYS AND REGISTER TODAY
A cancellation number will be issued for requests that are received by 5 p.m. 3 business days prior to the first class Any requests for a refund made after this date will not be processed
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CONSTRUCTION SAFETY AND HEALTH
DATES:
April 10-13, 2023
August 21-24, 2023
OSHA recommends workplace safety OSHA recommends workplace safety training for a safe and healthful work training for a safe and healthful work environment, specifically for hazard environment, specifically for hazard avoidance on the job site. avoidance on the job site.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction training is a great method for educating construction workers and supervisors about OSHA safety standards Students who complete this OSHA-authorized course will receive an official OSHA card from the U S Department of Labor (DOL) This OSHA Outreach training is a comprehensive overview of standards that OSHA has set in place for job site safety, specifically structured for hazard identification, avoidance, control and prevention.
This course content includes:
Introduction to OSHA standards
OSHA General duty & competent clause
Excavation, trenching & shoring.
Electrical Fall Protection
Handling, storage, and disposal of materials
Ladders and stairways
Cranes, derricks, hoists, elevators, and conveyors
Students will also learn about elective items of their choosing and practical application.
December 11-14, 2023
TIME & LOCATION:
7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
(Lunch will be provided)
ABC, 651 Danville Drive, Orlando, FL 32825
COST
ABC Member - $199
Non member - $219
For additional information call us or email classes@abccf.org.
A cancellation number will be issued for requests that are received by 5 p.m. 3 business days prior to the first class Any requests for a refund made after this date will not be processed
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RESERVATIONS To reserve meeting room space please call 407-628-2070 or email info@abccentralflorida.org Deposits/Cancellation Policy Prepayment is required for all non-members. Credit card must be submitted with contract. Refunds are available with a minimum 72 hour notice prior to the scheduled day and time of rental. No refunds are available within three business days of the scheduled rental. Cancellations within one business day of the rental date will be held responsible for 50% of the rental fee. 651 Danville Drive, Suite 200 Orlando, FL 32825 407-628-2070 Meeting Room Rentals ROOM RATES Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm $150 for (1) room $275 for (2) rooms $375 for (3) rooms $200/room for non-members Monday through Friday after 5 pm and Saturdays are at the discretion of ABC and based on availability $250 day/room. CFC ABC members only FOOD AND BEVERAGE Coffee Brew masters: 10 to 12 cups - $10 per pot Coffee set up includes cups, sweeteners, creamers, stirrers Soda & Bottled Water Beverage Cart fee $50 includes soda, water, cups, and ice for up to 50 people. Refills available at $1 each soda/water Supplies Paper goods (napkins, plates, utensils, cups) 1-10: $15 11-20: $25 21+: $35 AUDIO VISUAL RENTALS Flip Chart/Markers - $20 each Microphone, screen and projector, dry erase whiteboard and Wi-Fi available at no charge Cleaning fee for outside food and beverages $50/day Spaces for small groups of four to five people, or large groups of up to 60. Meeting rooms are ideal for interviews, client meetings, arbitration hearings, presentations, company meetings, and training. 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in Now: $100 Welcome Kit promotional space is limited! **Suggested promotional items: ‘tools’, keyrings, sticky notes, measuring tape, portable chargers, etc. Please no pens & koozies. Items should be sized to accommodate a small welcome box. Provide 100 company promotional items and sponsorship fee • Your contact information will be included in every New Member Welcome Kit issued from January 1 through December 31, annually!! Obtain a monthly list of all CFC ABC new members, including primary contact information • Every New Member receives a New Member Welcome Kit & will see your company information FIRST! BECOME A NEW MEMBER WELCOME KIT SPONSOR
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