​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.


​Session 2:  Leading High Performing Teams
Mike Harrell, Owner of Latitude Advisors, LLC
March 20:  8 am - 10 am
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.

Session 3:  Construction Law, Part 1: Prompt Pay and Lien Law
Miller & Martin Panel
April 3:  8 am - 10 am
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.

Session 4:  Strategies to Crush the Competition
Carl Person, Customized Solutions
April 17:  8 am - 10 am
In this session, esteemed business consultant and retired Senior FedEx executive, Carl Person, will share smart strategies on how to build your client list, win negotiations with clients, employees and vendor, and communicate and network with people who may not be like you.​ Building and nurturing your network doesn’t come easy for a lot of us, but it’s one of the most important steps towards job generation and success.  

Session 5: Architect Roundtable
Panel Discussion with Local Architects
May 1:  8 am - 10 am
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.

Session 6: Ethics in Construction
Theresa Critchfield, Attorney with TLC Law and
​Arch Willingham, President of T.U. Parks Construction
May 15:  8 am - 10 am
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.

Session 7:  Construction Law, Part 2: Safety Compliance and Contracts
Miller & Martin Law Firm: Attorney Panel
May 22:  8 am - 10 am
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.

Session 8:  Embracing Industry Innovation
Panel Discussion with ConTech Experts
June 5: 8 am - 10 am
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.

Session 9:  Bonding and Construction Financials
Kyle Christensen, Partner at Henderson Hutcherson & McCullough, PLLC
and Trae Vaughn, Partner at Brock Insurance Company
June 19:  8 am - 10 am
Who knew that construction financials could be so complicated?  In this session, participants will 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.

Session 10:  The Politics of Construction
Panel Discussion with Elected Officials, Construction Advocates, Lobbyists
June 26: 8 am - 10 am
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 about pivotal decisions and how you can get things done to improve policies and help your business.

Session 11:  Mock Bid
General Contractors and Developers
July 10:  8 am - 10 am
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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Registration deadline is
February 19, 2020. 
Minimum of 10 people to  conduct the course.   Maximum of 15 people per course.  Attendees will be accepted on in order of registration up to the maximum.

Birkman Assessment must be completed online by  February 24, 2020.

Courses start promptly at
8 am and are over by 10 am.
Light breakfast is included.

Participants must attend at least 8 
sessions to receive a certificate of 
completion. 
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