2023 ABA CONVENTION

2023 ABA CONVENTION REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

ABA’s annual convention offers you an agenda rich with educational opportunities, as well as several fantastic opportunities for networking.


Who Should Attend the Convention?

  • Owners
  • Presidents
  • Principals
  • Project Managers
  • Pre-construction Managers / Estimators
  • Business Development/Marketing
  • Project Directors
  • Spouses will enjoy a full schedule of activities and are also welcome to attend all events, business sessions and meals. Meet new people, renew old acquaintances, learn about new construction techniques and processes, and enjoy a short get-away while networking with the BEST…ABA members!

    THANK YOU TO THE 2023 EXCLUSIVE TITLE SPONSOR!

    WHY ATTEND CONVENTION?

    It's an opportunity to meet in an informal relaxed setting for the purpose of learning from construction experts and exchanging ideas with other construction professionals.

    WHAT ABOUT PRICE?

    The low ABA registration fee of $699 member / $999 non-member ($350 spouse, $35 child) includes two days of outstanding educational seminars, excellent presenters, social events and meals. Plus, you'll enjoy the extraordinary company of other fine construction folks.

    WHAT TO WEAR?

    Business casual dress is worn to MOST convention events. 80's costume is encouraged for the Thursday night themed dinner.

    CONFERENCE DATES

    September 27, 2023 - September 29, 2023
    Starts Wednesday at 12pm and ends Friday at 12pm.

    LOCATION

    El Conquistador
    10000 N. Oracle Rd. Tucson, AZ

    HOTEL

    El Conquistador
    Book your room ASAP! Click here to book your room online at El Conquistador Hotel. ABA’s room block receives special rates of $179 plus tax, per night.

    Featured Speakers

    Drew Aversa

    Entrepreneur
    Aversa Enterprises, LLC

    LV Hanson

    SVP, Culture and Leadership Facilitation
    JLL Project & Development Services

    Scott Horne

    Scheduling Director
    Okland Construction

    Jim Luckow

    Work Based Learning Specialist
    Pima JTED

    Josh Ronstadt

    Instructor
    Canyon del Oro

    Mark Riggi

    Business Owner
    Millwork By Design, Inc.

    MODERATOR: Mike Goodwin

    Operations Manager
    Climatec

    Aron Schmidt

    Director HS Instruction & CTE
    Vail School District

    Michael Miller

    Project Manager
    Sundt Construction

    Vance Walter

    Director of Legislative and Political Affairs
    Associated Builders and Contractors

    Grenee Martacho

    CEO
    Concord General Contracting

    Anirban Basu, MPP, MA, JD, Ph.D.

    Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
    Sage Policy Group, Inc.

    Rudy Garcia Jr.

    Vice President
    RG & Sons Plumbing

    Derek Wright

    2023 ABA Chairman
    Suntec

    Jon Achilles

    Vice President
    Achilles

    Kim Davids

    Interim President
    ABA

    Todd Baxter

    Practice Group Chair - Construction Law
    Dickinson-Wright

    MODERATOR: Jenny Swier-Uden

    CEO
    RDS Electric Inc.

    Mike Noble

    Founder & CEO
    Noble Predictive Insights (NPI)

    Kristen Wendler

    Lead Solicitor Counsel
    JV Driver Group

    MODERATOR: Julia Staten

    Operations Manager
    Hensel Phelps

    Mark Stoller

    General Manager (Southwest Division)
    Graywolf

    Program

    TITLE: SPEAKERS: DATE/TIME: LOCATION:
    Caddyshack Golf Tournament : El Conquistador Golf Course
    Sep 27, 2023
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM MST
    10555 N. La Canada Dr. Oro Valley, AZ 85737
    Shot Gun Start : El Conquistador Golf Course
    Sep 27, 2023
    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM MST
    10555 N. La Canada Dr, Oro Valley, AZ 85737
    2023 Convention : Check In
    Sep 27, 2023
    2:00 PM - 6:30 PM MST
    Presidio 3-5 Foyer Desk Area
    All The 'Wright" Moves : Chairman's Reception
    Sep 27, 2023
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM MST
    Last Territory
    Risky Business : Poker Tournament
    Sep 27, 2023
    8:30 PM - 10:30 PM MST
    Last Territory
    Spaceballs : Bingo
    Sep 27, 2023
    8:30 PM - 10:30 PM MST
    Last Territory
    TITLE: SPEAKERS: DATE/TIME: LOCATION:
    The Breakfast Club : Breakfast
    Sep 28, 2023
    8:00 AM - 8:15 AM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    Welcome : Chapter Updates Sep 28, 2023
    8:15 AM - 8:45 AM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    Mindset : How to navigate change in tough times Sep 28, 2023
    8:45 AM - 9:45 AM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    Back To The Folgers : Coffee Break
    Sep 28, 2023
    9:45 AM - 10:00 AM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    Spouse's Day Off : Tucson Food Tour
    Sep 28, 2023
    9:45 AM - 2:00 PM MST
    Meet in Lobby - 1st Stop @ Congress Hotel
    Business Session : The Real Cost of Poor Management and Recent Fads with Construction Schedules Sep 28, 2023
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    A Case Study of a well-oiled Joint Venture: : Tucson Convention Center Project Sep 28, 2023
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    Dead Pasta Society : Lunch
    Sep 28, 2023
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM MST
    Sundance Courtyard / Gazebo
    Business Session : Scalable Culture Sep 28, 2023
    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    Workforce Development Panel: : How Workforce Development Engagement Improves the Industry Sep 28, 2023
    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    ABA : Board Meeting
    Sep 28, 2023
    3:30 PM - 4:30 PM MST
    Agave Room
    Thirsty Like The Wolf : Cocktail Reception
    Sep 28, 2023
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM MST
    Sundance Courtyard / Gazebo
    Footloose : Dinner Party
    Sep 28, 2023
    7:30 PM - 10:00 PM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    TITLE: SPEAKERS: DATE/TIME: LOCATION:
    Beat It : Breakfast
    Sep 29, 2023
    8:30 AM - 8:45 AM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    Understanding the Pivotal 2024 Elections : Key House and Senate Races and their Legislative Impacts Sep 29, 2023
    8:45 AM - 9:15 AM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    Business Session: : Arizona’s Political Climate Sep 29, 2023
    9:15 AM - 10:15 AM MST
    Presidio 3-5
    Business Session : Show Me the Money (Supply) Sep 29, 2023
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM MST
    Presidio 3-5

    El   Conquistador

    Book your room ASAP! Call 1(888)370-0908 or click below to book your room online at El Conquistador, Tucson.

    ABA’s room block receives special rates of $179  plus tax, per night.  Reservations must be made by August 28, 2023.

    Group  Code: ABA926

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