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    Construction Executive's 2024 Q1 Construction Economic Update and Forecast

    Date: Wednesday, March. 27, 2024 Register Now
    Time: 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT)
    Length: 90 minutes
    Speaker:    Anirban Basu, Chief Economist, Associated Builders and Contractors
    Moderator:    Maggie Murphy, Managing Editor, Construction Executive


    Webinar Description

    Anirban Basu, chief economist for Associated Builders and Contractors, will present Construction Executive’s “2024 Q1 Construction Economic Update and Forecast” on Wednesday, March 27, at 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT).

    Crafted with commercial contractors in mind, Basu’s presentation will offer up-to-the-minute economic data, including the cost of labor and materials, top market sectors and regions and the Fed’s ongoing efforts to engineer a soft landing for a tumultuous economy. Basu will also provide his thoughts as to if and/or when we’ll actually see a recession and how that may affect construction.

    Sign up for this 60-minute presentation, followed by 30 minutes of live Q&A. Questions may be submitted in advance when you register for this webinar.

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    Foundations of Better Business Travel: Save Time, Money and Hassle With These Travel Tools

    Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024 Register Now
    Time: 3 p.m. ET
    Length: 30 minutes
    Speaker(s): Speaker(s): Lauren Hemphill, Associate Director of Sales, Hotel Engine
    Moderator: Mark Leibman, Director of Business Development, ABC National

     

    Webinar Description
    ABC Members Only

    Take the work out of booking work trips. Booking hotel stays for business travel for yourself and your workforce can be the easiest thing on your to-do list. Hotel Engine’s simple, flexible and intuitive platform helps more than 40,000 businesses simplify all aspects of their lodging program, from booking to billing and beyond.

    Join us on March 28 for a conversation with an industry expert about how Hotel Engine helps thousands of construction companies save time and money when reserving and managing their team’s hotel bookings, all through its convenient and free platform.

     

       Speaker Info

    Lauren Hemphill is associate director of sales for Hotel Engine. Hemphill specializes in leading sales teams that work primarily with construction companies across the United States. Hemphill understands the complexities of the construction industry and knows how important it is for customers to be able to quickly source hotels near their jobsites in affordable hotels that their employees want to be in.  

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    What Is a Healthcare Captive and How Does It Work?

    Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Register Now
    Time: 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT)
    Length: 60 minutes
    Speaker(s): John Kirke, President, Healthcare Captives Division, Beyond Risk; Bob Black, Executive Managing Director, Aon Reinsurance
    Moderator(s): Adam Bonsky, CEO and President, ABC Insurance Trust; Phil Grisafi, Chief Growth Officer, ABC Insurance Trust

     

    Webinar Description
    ABC Members Only

    Captives—tailored insurers established by businesses—empower companies to proactively manage their risks. Uncover the advantages, such as enhanced control and potential cost savings, distinguishing captives from conventional insurance. Explore the application of captives in insuring employee health plans and delve into the regulatory landscape and leadership dynamics. Discover how businesses of varying sizes, including medium and small firms, can leverage captives effectively for comprehensive risk management.

     

       Speaker Info

    John Kirke, Beyond Risk’s lead in employee benefits and healthcare captives, serves as president of the healthcare captives division, bringing 25 years of expertise to shape the company’s health captive strategy. Actively engaged in health care, insurance and captive industries, he’s held innovative roles, from leading sales at a top health insurer to heading employee benefits at a national brokerage.

    Bob Black, with 33 years in the insurance and reinsurance industry, is a seasoned leader at Aon, currently heading the US Accident, Health and Life Reinsurance practice. Overseeing production, client management and strategy for 30 years at Aon, he specializes in accident and health insurance, offering expertise in employer stop loss, ancillary products and program business. His focus includes risk and capital management, growth strategies and assisting various clients, ranging from insurers to employers.

     

       Moderator Info

    Adam Bonsky brings over 30 years of expertise in employee benefits, health care and human capital management. He has led top-performing teams in sales, marketing, business development, client management, operations, compliance and legal for large banks, insurance companies and third-party administrators. Since taking the reins at the Trust, Bonsky and his team have pioneered several members-only programs for ABC, such as the Construction Healthcare Alliance.

    Philip Grisafi has an extensive insurance background and brings more than 38 years of experience in both the employee benefits and human resources arena. His current responsibilities include managing the direct sales team, the Trust’s independent agent relationships, chapter relations, carrier relations, product and business development and the overall growth of the ABC Insurance Trust. Grisafi has a deep experience of self-funded arrangements along with extensive knowledge in insurance captives.

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    Innovative Solutions for Soaring Prescription Drug Costs and Enhanced Member Experience

    Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024 Register Now
    Time: 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT)
    Length: 60 minutes
    Speaker(s): Jonathan Mosse, Health and Welfare Benefits Consultant
    Moderator(s): Adam Bonsky, CEO and President, ABC Insurance Trust; Phil Grisafi, Chief Growth Officer, ABC Insurance Trust

     

    Webinar Description
    ABC Members Only

    Explore a groundbreaking approach to address soaring prescription drug costs, now accounting for over 30% of total medical plan claim spending. In the past decade, this percentage has tripled. Traditional benefit managers have not effectively curbed this cost surge. Join this ABC Insurance Trust webinar to discover how Rx Valet is pioneering innovative cost containment solutions, offering a superior experience and lower-to-no costs for plan members.

     

       Speaker Info

    Jonathan Mosse, Health and Welfare Benefits Consultant
    With 30 years as a health and welfare benefits consultant, Jonathan Mosse offers practical and innovative solutions to diverse businesses, from family-owned to global corporations. A leader and advocate for alternative funding, consumer-driven health care, wellness programs, defined contribution health care and reference-based pricing, he addresses escalating health care costs. A featured speaker at industry conferences, Mosse served on the NFP Benefits Advisory Board for nearly a decade.

     

       Moderator Info

    Adam Bonsky brings over 30 years of expertise in employee benefits, health care and human capital management. He has led top-performing teams in sales, marketing, business development, client management, operations, compliance and legal for large banks, insurance companies and third-party administrators. Since taking the reins at the Trust, Bonsky and his team have pioneered several members-only programs for ABC, such as the Construction Healthcare Alliance.

    Philip Grisafi has an extensive insurance background and brings more than 38 years of experience in both the employee benefits and human resources arena. His current responsibilities include managing the direct sales team, the Trust’s independent agent relationships, chapter relations, carrier relations, product and business development and the overall growth of the ABC Insurance Trust. Grisafi has a deep experience of self-funded arrangements along with extensive knowledge in insurance captives.

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    Best Practices for Containing Facility Costs in a Healthcare Captive

    Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024 Register Now
    Time: 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT)
    Length: 60 minutes
    Speaker(s): Matt McCuen, National Marketing Executive, Imagine360
    Moderator(s): Adam Bonsky, CEO and President, ABC Insurance Trust; Phil Grisafi, Chief Growth Officer, ABC Insurance Trust

     

    Webinar Description
    ABC Members Only

    Employer-sponsored health insurance costs continue to skyrocket, putting strain on corporate profits, but most importantly impacting the employees and families with higher out-of-pocket expenses and increasing insurance contributions. Explore cost-effective solutions for soaring employer-sponsored health insurance expenses in this webinar. Delve into state-of-the-art cost containment tools that dramatically reduce what contractors pay hospitals, discover HR support services enhancing healthcare experiences, and learn best practices for implementing and communicating your revamped health plan to employees.

     

       Speaker Info

    Matt McCuen, National Marketing Executive, Imagine360
    With nearly 30 years in the self-funded industry, Matt McCuen serves as the national marketing executive at Imagine360. Leveraging over 50 years of expertise, Imagine360, a leading provider of employer-sponsored health plan solutions, delivers cost savings and concierge member support. McCuen collaborates with self-funded employers nationwide to enhance benefits for employees and families through innovative solutions, like reference-based pricing and efficient health plan administration.

     

       Moderator Info

    Adam Bonsky, CEO and President, ABC Insurance Trust
    Adam Bonsky brings over 30 years of expertise in employee benefits, health care and human capital management. He has led top-performing teams in sales, marketing, business development, client management, operations, compliance and legal for large banks, insurance companies and third-party administrators. Since taking the reins at the Trust, Bonsky and his team have pioneered several members-only programs for ABC, such as the Construction Healthcare Alliance.

    Phil Grisafi, Chief Growth Officer, ABC Insurance Trusti
    Philip Grisafi has an extensive insurance background and brings more than 38 years of experience in both the employee benefits and human resources arena. His current responsibilities include managing the direct sales team, the Trust’s independent agent relationships, chapter relations, carrier relations, product and business development and the overall growth of the ABC Insurance Trust. Grisafi has a deep experience of self-funded arrangements along with extensive knowledge in insurance captives.

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    How HR Professionals Can Optimize Employee Care with Construction Healthcare Alliance

    Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2024 Register Now
    Time: 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT)
    Length: 60 minutes
    Speaker(s): Matt McCuen, National Marketing Executive, Imagine360
    Moderator(s): Adam Bonsky, CEO and President, ABC Insurance Trust; Phil Grisafi, Chief Growth Officer, ABC Insurance Trust

     

    Webinar Description
    ABC Members Only

    Your business does not exist to provide health insurance to your employees. This webinar by ABC Insurance Trust will focus on the numerous resources that the Construction Healthcare Alliance and its vendor partners provide to create a best-in-class member experience, supporting your HR team and getting you out of the health insurance business so you can focus on your business.

     

       Speaker Info

    Matt McCuen, National Marketing Executive, Imagine360
    With nearly 30 years in the self-funded industry, Matt McCuen serves as the national marketing executive at Imagine360. Leveraging over 50 years of expertise, Imagine360, a leading provider of employer-sponsored health plan solutions, delivers cost savings and concierge member support. McCuen collaborates with self-funded employers nationwide to enhance benefits for employees and families through innovative solutions, like reference-based pricing and efficient health plan administration.

     

       Moderator Info

    Adam Bonsky, CEO and President, ABC Insurance Trust
    Adam Bonsky brings over 30 years of expertise in employee benefits, health care and human capital management. He has led top-performing teams in sales, marketing, business development, client management, operations, compliance and legal for large banks, insurance companies and third-party administrators. Since taking the reins at the Trust, Bonsky and his team have pioneered several members-only programs for ABC, such as the Construction Healthcare Alliance.

    Phil Grisafi, Chief Growth Officer, ABC Insurance Trusti
    Philip Grisafi has an extensive insurance background and brings more than 38 years of experience in both the employee benefits and human resources arena. His current responsibilities include managing the direct sales team, the Trust’s independent agent relationships, chapter relations, carrier relations, product and business development and the overall growth of the ABC Insurance Trust. Grisafi has a deep experience of self-funded arrangements along with extensive knowledge in insurance captives.

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    Fast Training, Safe Futures: ROI-Driven Paths for Next-Gen Operators

    Date: Wednesday, April. 24, 2024 Register Now
    Time: 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT)
    Length: 60 minutes
    Speakers:    Samantha DeAlmeida Roman, President ABC New Jersey, Jason Salmon, Heavy Equipment Master Trainer, Gerdau Long Steel North America Christa Fairchild, Product Marketing Manager, CM Labs
    Moderator:    Maggie Murphy, Managing Editor, Construction Executive


    Webinar Description

    In today’s rapidly evolving construction industry, the daunting trio of challenges—recruitment, retention and sustainability—significantly impacts profitability. A recent survey found that 88% of construction companies face difficulties in sourcing qualified workers, causing delays in 66% of projects.

    This webinar aims to address these critical issues by presenting an innovative solution: simulation training for heavy equipment operators. As the industry grapples with skilled-labor shortages, forward-thinking contractors are turning to simulation training not only to find and train new workers but also to upskill and retain their current workforce. This method stands out for its ability to drastically reduce training times, cut down on equipment and training costs and provide a statistics-based approach to training.

     

       Speaker Info

     

    Samantha DeAlmeida Roman, President ABC New Jersey,
    Samantha DeAlmeida Roman, the youngest president of the Associated Builders and Contractors New Jersey Chapter, represents more than 1,300 member firms in the construction industry. As the leader of one of the state’s most prominent trade associations, DeAlmeida Roman is a powerful advocate for the construction industry. Her leadership capabilities and political expertise lend merit shop business owners a strong voice.

     

    Jason Salmon, Heavy Equipment Master Trainer, Gerdau Long Steel North America, Christa Fairchild, Product Marketing Manager, CM Labs
    With an extensive 10-year career in tech-related industries, Christa Fairchild has consistently excelled in addressing ambiguity and complexity. Her expertise in communication, with her insightful approach to marketing opportunities and product development, has been instrumental in driving growth and innovation within her field. Fairchild’s unique blend of skills and experience positions her as a strategic leader in shaping CM Labs’ offerings to meet the dynamic needs of construction and utilities sectors.

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    Implementing Business Software and Driving Adoption

    Date: Thursday, April 25, 2024 Register Now
    Time: 3 p.m. ET (12 p.m. PT)
    Length: 60 minutes
    Speaker(s): Maria Davidson, CEO and Founder, KojoChris Martinez, President, Central Electric

     

    Webinar Description
    ABC Members Only

    The construction industry has been slow to adopt new technologies. For many years, tech was seen as an optional add-on only for the most forward-thinking firms. However, that perception is changing and, in order to stay competitive, it’s imperative for every contractor to adopt tech solutions.

    We’ll walk through the important steps to implementing the right software for your business by:

    • Determining the right time for a new tech solution
    • Identifying the pain points and selling the vision
    • Managing risk during implementation
    • Integrating adoption into business workflow

    In addition, learn real life tips and experiences from Central Electric’s Chris Martinez to discover how they have implemented business software within their company and driven adoption.

     

       Speaker Info

    Maria Davidson is CEO and founder of Kojo, construction’s leading materials management software. Before Kojo, she helped build 8VC, a venture fund with over $3.5 billion in assets under management and spent time as an investment banker at Goldman Sachs. Davidson has been selected to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and named one of Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 Female Founders.

    Chris Martinez is president of Central Electric. He and his brother bought Central Electric from their parents almost 10 years ago. When Martinez joined the company, there was a team of seven. Today, they boast a team of over 150 employees. He is most passionate about growing people; Central Electric is constantly working on team engagement and has an over 97% retention rate.

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    Deep Dive Into Construction Work in Progress

    Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 Register Now
    Time: 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT)
    Length: 60 minutes
    Speakers:    John Meibers, Vice President and General Manager, Deltek ComputerEase
    Moderator:    Maggie Murphy, Managing Editor, Construction Executive


    Webinar Description

    Work in progress (WIP) is key to construction job costing, allowing contractors to proactively manage their jobs and businesses. By leveraging WIP reports, contractors can set their projects and businesses up for success.

    In this webinar, you will learn:

    • What WIP is and why it’s essential
    • How WIP works with schedule of values, backlog, general ledger, etc.
    • How to compare and analyze WIP reports from different time periods to stay on top of jobs
    • How to calculate the progress of all ongoing work, allowing you to see what’s been done and what’s left to do—helping you manage budgets effectively.
    • To create accurate financial statements, outlining exactly what was spent on individual projects and where.
     

       Speaker Info

     

    John Meibers, Vice President and General Manager, Deltek ComputerEase,
    John Meibers has more than 35 years of experience serving the construction industry. He started in construction working for a large mechanical contractor in various roles (such as controller) and has spent the last 25 years serving more than 4,500 contractors nationwide as the leader of Deltek ComputerEase. He is focused on equipping contractors with the tools they need to manage profitability, drive growth and meet construction requirements.

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