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SUMMARY:Public Speaking for Project Managers
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Brandon Montero of CHASSE Building Team\, this Academy session helps project managers build confidence and skill in speaking clearly and effectively in front of any audience\, from internal teams to clients and stakeholders. Strong presentation and communication skills are essential for leading projects successfully\, and this class provides practical strategies to make every message count. \nAttendees will learn: \n\nHow to structure presentations and updates for clarity and impact\nTechniques to engage and connect with different audiences\nWays to project confidence and handle high-pressure speaking situations\n\nStrengthen your leadership\, communication\, and technical decision-making skills by enrolling in the full Project Manager Series. This seven-part program is designed specifically for construction project managers and covers the critical competencies needed to successfully lead projects\, teams\, and client relationships from pursuit through closeout. In each class\, attendees will focus on key responsibilities project managers manage throughout the project lifecycle: \n\nHow to Be an Elite Project Manager\, 3/5\nPublic Speaking for Project Managers\, 4/9\nFinance in Construction for Project Managers\, 5/12\nPrompt Pay Essentials for Project Managers\, 6/11\nWhat Project Managers Need to Know About Liens and Bonds\, 7/22\nThe Vital Role of Project Managers in the Pursuit Process\, 8/5\nA Focus on Client Retention for Project Managers\, 9/10\n\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. \nThis class is part of the 7-class Project Manager Series\, individual class registration is open to all.
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/public-speaker-for-project-managers/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Project Managers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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SUMMARY:Leadership DNA: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:This is a two-part class. Register for Leadership DNA: Part 1 on 1/15. \nThis Academy session helps attendees take a deeper look at their personal leadership style and effectiveness. Attendees will explore their natural leadership tendencies\, identify blind spots that may impact their teams\, and understand how to work well with other leaders and leadership styles. \n\n\nThis class is part of the Building Leaders Group curriculum\, however\, individual class registration is open to all. Register if you or someone on your team is ready to dive into deeper leadership growth.\n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session.\n 
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/leadership-dna-part-2-2/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Skills
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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SUMMARY:Making Connections & Networking
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Danielle Feroleto of Small Giants\, this Academy session helps attendees build confidence and approach networking with intention. Attendees will learn how to prepare for an industry event\, enter a room with confidence\, identify the key “must-meets” that make an event productive\, and understand the different levels of business development that help turn conversations into lasting professional relationships.\n\n\n\nThis class is part of the Young Professionals series\, however\, individual class registration is open to all. Register if you or someone on your team is ready to level up their professionalism and presentation of self in the workplace. \n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. \n  \nDanielle Feroleto\, Small Giants\, President
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/making-connections-networking-2/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Young Professionals
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20260422T160000
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SUMMARY:Social Media Training and Management
DESCRIPTION:Taught by Nicole Matt and Noah Klaus of Small Giants\, this Academy session helps attendees strengthen their social media strategy and better manage their organization’s online presence. Attendees will explore the different types of social media\, platform-specific best practices\, and how to interpret back-end analytics for reporting and performance tracking. The session will also introduce resources that improve posting efficiency and recommended social media management software to help streamline day-to-day social media operations. \n\nIf attending virtually\, a link will be sent to you a few days prior to the session. \nNicole Matt\, Small Giants\, Director of Marketing\nNoah Klaus\, Small Giants\, Digital Marketing Specialist
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/social-media-training-and-management/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Social Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Giants":MAILTO:jenns@smallgiantsonline.com
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SUMMARY:Development 101
DESCRIPTION:This class introduces the development process for land prior to vertical construction. Using a real project case study\, attendees will explore the critical preparation steps that make commercial construction possible — including zoning\, surveying\, and engineering. Hear directly from experts who navigate these early stages to set projects up for success. This Academy session is taught by Jason Oxios of Small Giants\, and Brandon Montero of CHASSE Building Team.\n\n\nThe Academy for Construction Excellence presents an 8-class series for those individuals new to the construction industry – whether new to their career and experienced professionals from other industries. Also invited? Those who need a refresher course! Upon completion of these classes\, attendees will have a strong knowledge base\, creating confidence\, knowing the key players and processes in commercial construction.\n\nIn each class\, attendees start at a high level and then dive into necessary aspects of these areas:\n\nIntroduction to CRE\, 1/22\nUnderstanding the Proposal Process\, 2/19\nLifecycle of a Project\, 3/26\nDevelopment 101\, 4/23\nIntro to Finance in Construction\, 5/28\nContract Structures and Monthly Pay Apps\, 6/25\nUnderstanding the Basics of Liens and Bonds\, 7/23\nAnatomy of a Legal Proceeding\, 8/20
URL:https://academyforconstructionexcellence.com/class/developement101/
LOCATION:The Learning Lab\, 5555 E Van Buren St Suite 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Construction Fundamentals
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