​Session 1:  Identifying Personal Strengths / Birkman Assessment
Mike Harrell, Owner of Latitude Advisors, LLC
March 13, 8 am - 10 am
Leaders set the tone, expectations, and attitudes of their organizations, and because these key individuals have such a great influence on those around them, they must develop impeccable awareness of their behavior and of how others interpret it. Equally important for leaders is having the ability to manage and lead in a way that is well received by others and the ability to effectively communicate during high pressure moments.

Attendees will take a Birkman Assessment prior to the class. In this session, each participant will receive a copy of their report outlining interests, strengths, needs, and stress behaviors.  Latitude Advisors will review individual results, perform exercises to review Birkman data, and explore how strengths of others can be leveraged to enhance performance.

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Due to COVID, participants have the option of attending the following sessions in-person (at AGC Training Center unless otherwise indicated) or joining via GoToMeeting.  Participants attending in-person will be required to adhere to social distancing guidelines and mask mandates.  Sessions are 8 am - 10 am.

​CONFIRMED:  Friday, July 31: Finding and Using Your Strengths
Presented by Mike Harrell, Latitude Advisors
Now that you’ve identified your strengths, how do you leverage those attributes into successful leadership?  This session will discuss application of your strengths in building a dynamic team and corporate culture, explore the Five Exemplary Practices of leadership, and evaluate individual alignment.  Based on Birkman Assessment results, attendees will identify and explore personal leadership styles and identify possible relational disrupters.
 
CONFIRMED:  Friday, August 7: Strategies to Crush the Competition
Presented by Carl Person, Customized Solutions
Esteemed business consultant and retired Senior FedEx executive, Carl Person, will share smart strategies on how to build your client list, win negotiations, and communicate and network with people who may not be like you.​ Building and nurturing your network doesn’t come easily for a lot of us, but it’s one of the most important steps towards job generation and success.  While Carl will be joining us via GoToMeeting from Memphis, there will be breakout sessions and interactive exercises so we will be holding this session in the AGC Training Center for those who can make it. 
 
CONFIRMED: Friday, August 12: Construction Law, Part 1 – Prompt Pay and Lien Laws
Presented by Miller & Martin
 A timely session considering that these laws in Tennessee just changed effective July 1, 2020.  Laws affecting the construction industry are in constant flux and, with much risk on the shoulders of all parties involved in a project, having a solid understanding of construction law is a necessity.  Prompt Pay Act and Lien Law are two of the more complex issues that can wreak financial havoc on projects and construction companies.  In this session, seasoned Miller & Martin construction lawyers will explain the basics and their affect on day to day operations.
 
CONFIRMED: Friday, August 29: Ethics in Construction
Presented by Arch Willingham with TU Parks and Theresa Critchfield with TLC Law
Over the course of your career, you’ll be faced with difficult decision making that will challenge your moral compass.  Hear some of the hard judgment calls that you may have to deal with and learn from the experiences of a seasoned business leader in construction and a dynamic construction attorney on how to navigate uncomfortable territory.
 
CONFIRMED: Friday, September 11: Architects Roundtable
Panelists included David Hudson (Artech), Trey Wheeler (tinkerma), Bob Franklin (Franklin Architects)
Let’s face it ... architects, general contractors, and sub-contractors don’t always see eye-to-eye.  Building better relationships with the architect community can help your project go exponentially smoother.  What  you can do to work better with architects?  Listen to these high profile architects share their thoughts on improving the architect/contractor relationship.
 
Friday, September 18: The Politics of Construction
First hour will be panel with city, county and state legislators; second hour with lobbyists and public policy strategists
If you think laws regarding construction are passed without influence from AGC members, think again!  Your voice has the power to change laws and policies that can help or hurt business and industry.  For the past 100 years, AGC members have been at the helm of legislative battles to make sure that legislators are passing fair and equitable laws at the local, state and federal level.  Learn how to influence pivotal decisions and how to get things done to improve policies and help your business.
 
CONFIRMED: Friday, September 25: Construction Law, Part 2 – Contracts and Safety Compliance
Presented by Miller & Martin
This esteemed and experienced panel of construction lawyers will share the basics of construction law , covering contracting, pertinent statutory laws, employment and labor issues, OSHA, whistleblowers, and claims and dispute resolution. They will discuss the lessons they’ve learned, and common pitfalls to avoid.
 
Friday, October 2: Embracing Innovation
Presented by Josh Bone, Director of Innovation for NECA
The way we do business in the construction industry will change more in the next 5 years than it has in the past 50 years.  Is your company ready to embrace change?  In this session we will explore how you can help guide your company into accepting new processes and smart tools that can improve efficiency.
 
Friday, October 16: Bonding and Construction Financials
Presented by Kyle Christianson with HHM and Trae Vaughn with Brock Insurance
Get a better understanding of  what you need to know about construction accounting processes, tax information. construction cost management systems, job costs and job cost reporting, and other financial tips to specific to a construction business.  Participants will also gain a better understanding of how bonding works, why it’s important and best practices to protect your project against disruption or financial loss.
 
Friday, October 30: Mock Bid!  
Presented by AGC Members
It all comes down to the bid.  Creating the perfect bid package that stands above the competition and gets noticed is essential for any contractor’s success. Get a true sense of what contractors and subcontractors experience on a bid day, and what to do -and what not do - to win those bids!

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COST:​
AGC Members: $650
Non- AGC Members:  $925
Includes Birkman Assessment Fee

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