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SUMMARY:Making Connections and Networking Basics
DESCRIPTION:Attending a networking event can be intimidating. In this class\, Danielle Feroleto of Small Giants will help you navigate these social interactions\, resulting in meaningful conversations and connections. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nHow to prepare for an industry event\nHow to enter a room confidently\nHow to determine which “must-airs” make an industry event productive\nThe various levels of business development\n\n  \n\n\nTaught by Danielle Feroleto\, Small Giants.\n\n\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/making-connections-networking/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251001T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251001T160000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Project Planning and Master Scheduling
DESCRIPTION:Come learn and help bring the construction industry to an elevated level. Understand how a project should be approached from an execution standpoint\, what good planning can look like\, and how we can bring that into our industry at an elevated level. This is a targeted class for field operational roles in joint effort with pre-construction. \nAttendees will learn the basics of project planning and master scheduling including: \n\n\nProject logistics and planning fundamentals \n\n\nHow to prioritize and pair site logistics\, scheduling\, planning\, and quality control within a Master Schedule \n\n\nIncorporating safety into site logistics\, planning\, and execution \n\n\nCoordinating planning initiatives to support efficient project execution \n\n\nAnd much more \n\n\n  \n\nClass taught by Chris Quigley of Chasse Building Team.\n\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/introduction-to-project-planning-and-master-scheduling/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Construction Fundamentals,Project Managers,Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251009T150000
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SUMMARY:Your Role as a Mentor
DESCRIPTION:Each of us plays the role of a mentor in someone’s life\, whether we recognize it or not. In this class\, leaders take an intentional look at their role in being a mentor. Learn from industry professionals who have served as mentors to countless people. \n  \n  \nAttend this class to: \n\nIdentify who likely considers you a mentor in their life\nMeaningful outreach to a younger professional\nDetermine a structured approach to mentorship\nBest practices to incorporate into your daily life\n\n  \n\n\nTaught by Andrew Atkinson\, INSURICA.\n\n\n \n\n  \nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/your-role-as-a-mentor/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251016T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260429T085547
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SUMMARY:Owning Your Career Growth and Goal-Setting for Young Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Career advancement has the foundation of drive\, eagerness\, commitment\, and a desire to learn. After working so hard to secure a first job\, young professionals are wise to shift their disposition to one of humility and open-mindedness. Being a self-advocate means communicating areas of desired growth and interest\, and a young professional of this disposition will be met with increased opportunities. \n\n  \n\nAttend this class to: \n\nDetermine short and long term career goals\nIdentify and pursue professional opportunities\nEvaluate how you best receive recognition and constructive criticism\n\n  \n\n\n\nTaught by Chad Constance of Rosendin Electric.\n\n\n\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/owning-your-career-growth-and-goal-setting-young-professionals/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cohort,Leadership
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251021T150000
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SUMMARY:City of Phoenix Inspector Panel
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, we bring together a panel of City of Phoenix inspectors\, who discuss what are considered their top priorities when approving plans. Learn from these professionals as they share best practices and lessons learned\, covering key areas such as Site/Civil\, Permit By Inspector (PBI)\, and the Annual Facilities Program (AFP). The class will focus on PBI/RPBI programs\, commercial and industrial development processes\, and provide an in-depth look at construction-related topics. Attendees are encouraged to participate\, ask questions\, and engage in meaningful discussions. \n\nAttend this class to understand: \n\n\nConstruction phasing\nGrading & Drainage – as-builts\nThe AFP process\nThe PBI process\nTemporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO)\nThe value of the relationship with an inspector\n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\nContractors\nDevelopers\nDesign professionals\nProperty owners\nContract specialists\nInvestors\nAny other professionals involved in construction projects\n\n\nThis session is presented in partnership with the City of Phoenix.\n\n\n\nPanel led by:\n\nMike Ornoski\, Team Leader\, Commercial Inspections City of Phoenix\nJack Roberts\, Deputy Director\, Inspections City of Phoenix\nRobert Valladee\, Team Leader\, Civil Inspections City of Phoenix\nDon Brown\, Team Leader\, City of Phoenix\n\n  \n\n\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/city-of-phoenix-inspector-panel/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Inspections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251028T000000
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SUMMARY:Plan Reading Series
DESCRIPTION:Plan Reading Series – Full Program Registration\n  \nTake your plan reading skills to the next level by enrolling in the full Plan Reading Series. This eight-part program provides a comprehensive introduction to reading and interpreting construction drawings across all major disciplines: civil\, structural\, architectural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, electrical\, and special systems. \nBy registering for the full series\, attendees will: \n\n\nGain a complete\, start-to-finish understanding of construction plans \n\n\nBuild confidence interpreting drawings from multiple trades \n\n\nApply learning progressively\, with each session building on the last \n\n\nSeries Schedule: \n\n\nOverview and Introduction – 10/28/25 \n\n\nCivil Plans – 11/18/25 \n\n\nStructural Plans – 12/4/25 \n\n\nArchitectural Plans – 1/6/26 \n\n\nMechanical Plans – 1/27/26 \n\n\nPlumbing Plans – 2/17/26 \n\n\nElectrical Plans – 3/10/26 \n\n\nSpecial Systems – 3/31/26 \n\n\n  \nIt is recommended to participate in all Plan Reading classes in-person. If attending virtually\, you will miss the hands-on activities in this session.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/plan-reading-series-2/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plan Reading
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251028T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20251028T163000
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SUMMARY:Plan Reading: Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Led by Ben Shuck of Chasse Building Team\, this beginner-level class provides attendees with solid foundation in working with construction drawings. \nAttendees will learn: \n\n\nAn overview of general sheets \n\n\nBasic instructions on how to read a plan \n\n\nCommon terminology\, symbols\, and abbreviations \n\n\nHow to understand scales and dimensions \n\n\nTo interpret details and callouts \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Plan Reading series consists of these sessions:\n\nOverview and Introduction\, 10/28/25\nCivil Plans\, 11/18/25\nStructural Plans\, 12/4/25\nArchitectural Plans\, 1/6/26\nMechanical Plans\, 1/27/26\nPlumbing Plans\, 2/17/26\nElectrical Plans\, 3/10/26\nSpecial Systems\, 3/31/26\n\nTaught by Ben Shuck of Chasse Building Team. \n \n\nIt is recommended to participate in all Plan Reading classes in-person. If attending virtually\, you will miss the hands-on activities in this session.\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/plan-reading-introduction/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Plan Reading
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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