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Giving Contractors a Voice
How the Associated Builders and Contractors Advocates for Its Members When we talk about the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) advocating for its members, what does that really mean? For many contractors一especially small and mid-sized business owners一the answer may not always be obvious. That’s because it happens while you’re focused on all the details that […]
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AI in Construction Webinar with SMARTBUILD
In 60 minutes, Rowan Steel-Hall, COO at SMARTBUILD Construction Solutions, covers how construction teams are using AI right now, from drafting RFIs and meeting minutes to automating daily reports and document review. He walks through a five-stage adoption framework built around real construction workflows, runs a live demonstration, and closes with a concrete action plan attendees can bring back to their teams the following week.
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CMMC Readiness Webinar for Defense Contractors
This session breaks down what CMMC actually requires, why it’s becoming a baseline expectation across the Defense Industrial Base, and how to assess where your firm stands today. Whether you’re actively executing DoD contracts, evaluating the defense market as a new revenue opportunity, or simply staying informed, you’ll leave with a clear picture of the compliance landscape and practical first steps to protect your data, control access, and build a path to certification.
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Building Smarter with Autodesk
How Autodesk Helps Construction Companies Improve Efficiency, Reduce Risk, and Grow Their Business ABC has long recognized that technology will play a critical role in helping contractors compete, improve productivity, and deliver better outcomes. Through its relationship with Autodesk, ABC is helping members gain greater access to digital construction tools and resources that connect teams, streamline […]
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North County Regional Happy Hour
Thursday, August 6, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Belching Beaver Brewery | 302 E Broadway, Vista, CA 92084 Calling all North County contractors & suppliers! You’re invited to our North County Regional Happy Hour. Stop by anytime between 3–6 PM, grab a drink, enjoy some great food, and connect with fellow construction industry professionals. Whether […]
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Excellence in Construction Awards & 50th Anniversary Gala
This year, our Excellence in Construction Awards mark a milestone worth celebrating. As ABC San Diego turns 50, the EIC Awards take center stage at our 50th Anniversary Gala, a once-in-a-lifetime black-tie celebration of five decades of merit shop construction in San Diego. The awards recognize contractors whose work stands out for innovation, quality, safety, technical skill, and standout project management. If your team built something worth celebrating this year, this is where it gets its moment, on a night unlike any we’ve hosted before.
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“Crush It!” Penalty-Prevention Seminar
2-DAY SEMINAR October 22 – 23, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ABC San Diego Training Facility | 13825 Kirkham Way, Poway, CA 92064 This hands-on, 2-day seminar is the only compliance training where legal and compliance experts teach together — anchored to a real DIR Investigation and Civil Wage and Penalty Assessment (CWPA). […]
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5th Annual Construction Harbor Cruise
The 5th Annual Construction Harbor Cruise is THE event you don’t want to miss out on! Meet and network with professionals in the construction industry while enjoying drinks and delicious food. It’s a perfect opportunity to build and strengthen valuable connections for your business.
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Breaking the Silence on Mental Health in Construction
Mental health and suicide prevention in construction: ABC’s Haley Moyers on changing the culture. For a long time, many of those who work in construction have felt they had to hide mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse struggles and suicidal thoughts. Some still believe that asking for help can mean risking their […]
