Building the Future:

How ABC's Young Pros Are Shaping the Construction World

By Julie Holmes, 2024 ABC Chair, JK2 Scenic

Over the past few years, the Young Professional’s program has given many opportunities to young professionals in the construction community to build relationships and gain knowledge about the industry. Each year the committee produces different programs, ranging from networking events, site tours, volunteering opportunities, and educational programs. These programs offer a chance to connect with other young professionals and help create relationships and learn from other generations.

By involving young professionals, it will help bridge the generational gap within our industry. Consider helping to get young professionals in your office engaged and designate a staff member be your office’s YP liaison, to get the word out for upcoming YP and other ABC events and encourage them to attend together.

The main events scheduled for 2024 are the February Golf Tournament, May Bowling, July Trivia Night, and December Holiday Winter Olympics.

Many individuals in the construction industry are willing to share their expertise and are ready to mentor those that will be taking their place in the future. If you would like to participate on a panel, present an educational program for YPs, help schedule a project site tour, please reach out to ABC. Your thoughts, ideas, and experiences are what will help grow our future workforce.

“The future of our industry is in the hands of our Young Professionals. We as an industry need to attract more young talent, train our young talent, and grow them to be our next generation of leaders. Getting involved with ABC’s Young Professionals is the start of creating this foundation of future growth.”

For more information about joining the Young Professionals Group and to receive notifications on upcoming events, contact Eva Pardo at meetings@abccf.org or call 407.628.2070.