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Land & Expand – From Transactions to Relationships: The Art of Long-Term Partnerships 6/10 CV

ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA, United States

LAND & EXPAND - FROM TRANSACTIONS TO RELATIONSHIPS: THE ART OF LONG-TERM PARTNERSHIPS Tuesday, June 10, 2025  |  3:00PM - 5:00PM Winning the job is just the beginning -- real success comes from growing the relationship. Too many contractors leave money on the table by failing to expand their business with existing clients. In this session, we'll explore how to LAND and EXPAND: increasing wallet share, introducing your full range of services, and uncovering new opportunities. Whether you're in HVAC, electrical, or general contracting, you'll walk away with practical strategies to turn one-time customers into long-term, high-value partners. Who should attend: Anyone in business development or client-facing roles SPEAKER Robin Green, Owner/President, Ascend Performance, Inc., powered by Sandler Robin works with companies in a variety of industries develop proven and reliable methodologies to grow revenue. Serving clients from across the United States, the United Kingdom, and India, he is a frequent speaker at industry events and trade organizations on the topics of sales, communication, and leadership topics. LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST  Members – $55 Non-Members – $85 Questions? Contact Kristen Altermatt

Get Tickets $55.00 – $85.00
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Summer Kickoff Social @ Bottoms Up Pizza 6/11 CV

Bottoms Up Pizza 1700 Dock St, Richmond, Virginia, United States

SUMMER KICKOFF SOCIAL @ BOTTOMS UP PIZZA Wednesday, June 11, 2025  |  4:00PM - 6:00PM We're heading to Shockhoe Bottom to celebrate the beginning of summer at Bottoms Up Pizza! Enjoy Richmond's classic pizza choice while networking with fellow ABC-VA members. Ticket price includes dinner and beverages. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by June 4 Pizza Party Sponsor $700 - includes two (2) comped registrations, signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials Sips & Pours Sponsor $500 - includes one (1) comped registration, signage at the bar(s), logo/name on marketing materials Toppings Sponsor $300 - includes signage at event, logo/name on marketing materials LOCATION Bottoms Up Pizza 1700 Dock St, Richmond, VA 23223 COST (Members Only event) Members - $50 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at anytime if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours of event. Questions? Contact Kristen Altermatt

Get Tickets $50.00 – $700.00

Basic Rigging and Signal Person Safety Training 6/12 CV

ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA, United States

BASIC RIGGING AND SIGNAL PERSON SAFETY TRAINING Thursday, June 12, 2025  |  7:00AM - 4:00PM This training is for individuals who work under the supervision of a competent person and on a routine basis perform rigging work engaged in lifting loads other than rigging for special lifts, or the erection, dismantling, jumping or reconfiguring of cranes or all of these. This person is also trained to communicate guidance and direction to a crane operator in lifting, hoisting, moving, or releasing a load. Upon completion of this course, employees shall be able to demonstrate specific knowledge of the following: • Hand, voice and radio communications • Proficiency in hand and verbal signals, including the standard method for hand signals as required by ASME B30.3-2004, ASME B30.5-2007 and ASME B30.6-2003 • Rigging hardware, including: Hooks and similar attaching devices; shackles, clips, and clamps; and taglines • Synthetic/wire rope slings • Common load configurations and positioning • Personal fall protection methods • Emergency procedures • Hazards and restrictions associated with working adjacent to overhead electric lines and equipment. Attendees should provide their own rigging equipment. Doing so will provide the opportunity to learn how to properly use and inspect their own equipment. INSTRUCTOR […]

Get Tickets $110.00 – $145.00

CPR, AED & First Aid Certification 6/12 CV

ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA, United States

CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Thursday, June 12, 2025  |  4:00PM - 8:30PM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling, with confidence, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. LOCATION ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST Member: $88 Non-Member: $115 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Sherrie Dickerson

Get Tickets $88.00 – $115.00
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Young Professionals Washington Nationals Game + Bus Trip 6/19

Nationals Park 1500 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, DC, DC, United States

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: WASHINGTON NATIONALS GAME + BUS TRIP Thursday, June 19, 2025  |  See detailed schedule below Young Professionals, spend a lively day with the construction industry’s coolest people on a bus ride up to our nation’s Capitol to watch the Washington Nationals take on the Colorado Rockies. This event is for all regions! Please note: Northern VA members will meet at Nationals Park before the start of the game. Detailed information will be emailed to all attendees before the event. Registration opening soon TENTATIVE SCHEDULE 7:00 AM Pickup @ ABC-VA Office, Chesapeake 530 Independence Parkway, Suite 500, Chesapeake, VA 23320 9:00 AM Pickup @ ABC-VA Richmond Office 1600 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 1:05 PM Game start LOCATION Nationals Park ⚾ 1500 South Capitol Street SE, Washington, DC 20003

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Introduction to Microsoft Project (Virtual) 6/26

Virtual

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT PROJECT: GETTING STARTED Thursday, June 26, 2025  |  8:00AM – 4:00PM Managing time, tasks, people and resources effectively can make the difference between success and failure when completing a complex project. In this Introduction to Microsoft Project 2016: Getting Started class, students will spend time getting comfortable with the Project 2016 user interface, including project views and the ribbon. They will also learn to enter, organize, and link tasks, work with resources, and create projects independently. The course allows time to practice fundamental basic skills essential for efficient use of this program. KEY TAKEAWAYS Not just an “introductory” course, this virtual one-day training offers a deep dive into the essential features of Microsoft Project so that attendees can immediately put the software to use planning and managing their projects when they return to work. • Learn to create and manage simple projects. • Learn to enter and manage tasks. • Learn to work with a project calendar. • Learn to add and manage project resources and work with the resource sheet. • Learn to create basic reports for your project. Embrace the opportunity to enhance your project management skills through this engaging, virtual learning experience. This event […]

Get Tickets $195.00 – $335.00
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2025 Central Virginia Apprenticeship Graduation 6/26 CV

Dominion Energy Center 600 E Grace St Suite 400, Richmond

2025 CENTRAL VIRGINIA APPRENTICESHIP GRADUATION CEREMONY Thursday, June 26, 2025  |  Dominion Energy Center, Richmond, VA  |  4:30PM - 9:00PM Our annual graduation ceremony is always a magical evening of celebrating our apprentices' hard work over the last four years. Please note: business casual attire required. No work clothing or boots. If you would prefer to email or mail your registration form, click here to download form SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by June 19 BRONZE $450 Name and logo on marketing materials, tabletop signage at event, name and logo on website SILVER $600 Everything above + Name and logo on backdrop of stage at event GOLD $875 Everything above + Signage in hallways at event PLATINUM $1,200 **LIMITED AVAILABLE** Everything above + Signage in front lobby at event, name and logo on back of graduate plaques DIAMOND $1,500 **LIMITED AVAILABLE** Everything above + Name on lighted marquee outside building, personal shoutout to your company's apprentices on screen at event GRADUATION TICKET $85 per attendee Includes admission, ceremony, food and entertainment SPONSORS - THANK YOU!                                   Questions? Contact Sherrie Dickerson

Get Tickets $85.00 – $1,500.00

NEC 2020 Update Course 7/10 CV

ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA, United States

NEC 2020 UPDATE COURSE ABC Virginia is offering the 2020 NEC Update in order to accommodate Continuing Education requirements. The Individual License and Certification Regulations adopted by the Board for Contractors, Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, on April 1, 2007 (18 VAC 50-30-120) provide that all individuals renewing a journeyman or masters license after December 1, 2007, shall be required to satisfactorily complete a continuing education course from a provider approved by the board. The following course has been approved by the Board for Contractors, Virginia Department of Occupational Regulation, as meeting the continuing education requirements for licensed tradesmen (journeyman and masters), in accordance with the provisions of 18 VAC 50-30-120. *State Approved Continuing Education Course SCHEDULE Thursday, July 10, 2025 5:00PM – 9:00PM INSTRUCTOR David G. Humphrey, Code Making Panel Chair, Senior Electrical Inspector, Plan Review Engineer LOCATION ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility 1600 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST Member – $99 Non-Member – $129 CANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTION POLICY Please note that a reservation constitutes a financial commitment unless cancellations are made 48 hours in advance. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Questions? Contact Sherrie Dickerson

Get Tickets $99.00 – $129.00

Construction Quality Management 7/14 CV

ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA, United States

CONSTRUCTION QUALITY MANAGEMENT (CQM) Monday, July 14, 2025  |  7:15AM - 5:00PM Do you want to become more competitive handling government contracts? Do you want to deliver quality, increase repeat business, and maintain your reputation, all while making a profit? If these things are important to you then enroll in Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors, brought to you by ABC-Virginia, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC). This required training recognizes that the mutual goal of contractors and the government is a quality end product. This program encourages proactive leadership and emphasizes getting it right the first time. Attendees develop an understanding of how to integrate quality into every aspect of the project from the pre-construction planning to project close-out. Enroll in Construction Quality Management and satisfy the government's requirements. Your certification is issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is valid for five years. COST Member - $295 Non-Member - $395 Includes breakfast, lunch and course materials LOCATION ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 CONTACT Kristen Altermatt

Get Tickets $295.00 – $395.00
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Bluebeam Intro from the Experts 7/16

Virtual

Bluebeam Intro from the Experts (Virtual) Wednesday, July 16, 2025  |  2:00PM-3:00PM When it comes to AEC industry software, Bluebeam Revu is one of the most popular, quickly growing to over 2 million users worldwide. With functionality for Design Review, Estimating, Collecting Field Data, and others, Bluebeam is not your average PDF software. ABC-VA has partnered with Troy DeGroot with UChapter2.com to provide the best quality Bluebeam training in the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to see an introduction to each upcoming course and learning objectives. Get your questions answered to assure you’re in the appropriate courses for your skillset and workflows. Be sure to register right away as seats are limited, and share with your industry peers! Registration: REGISTRATION LINK. This intro course hosted by UChapter2. Visit our Bluebeam page for more information on the entire program. Contact us if you have any questions.

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Bourbon & BBQ Mixer 7/17 CV

McCormack's Big Whisky Grill 1420 N Parham Road, Richmond, United States

BOURBON & BBQ MIXER @ MCCORMACK'S BIG WHISKY GRILL Thursday, July 17, 2025  |  5:00PM – 7:00PM Join us for a night of smooth bourbon, savory BBQ and great company at our July mixer! Mingle with fellow professionals, enjoy delicious eats and sample a selection of fine bourbons in a relaxed atmosphere. **SAVE THE DATE! Registration opening soon!**

CPR, AED & First Aid Certification 7/24 CV

ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility ABC-VA Central Virginia Training Facility, 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA, United States

CPR, AED & FIRST AID CERTIFICATION Thursday, July 24, 2025  |  7:00AM - 11:30AM ABC Virginia certifies hundreds of individuals each year in First-Aid and CPR/AED using the Health Safety Institute’s (HSI) training content. ABC-VA’s primary goal is to create confidence in its students’ abilities to handle emergency situations. Our instructors provide clear explanations of the subject matter in a relaxed environment. Instructors focus on the importance of controlling, with confidence, medical emergencies and providing life support for victims of sudden illness or injury. The certification issued to each participant is valid for two years. LOCATION ABC-VA Central VA Training Facility 1600 E Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228 COST Member: $88 Non-Member: $115 SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATION POLICY Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made within 48 hours. CLASS CONTACT Sherrie Dickerson

Get Tickets $88.00 – $115.00

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Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application 8/5

Virtual

Bluebeam Construction Estimating Principles and Application (Virtual) Tuesday, August 5, 2025  |  1:00PM-5:00PM Great Estimators know that to be competitive and competent in the current market, their companies must continually be in search of an edge. “How can we approach this project differently than our competition?” Track 1 – The Estimating Principles Behind Every Bid: This open forum discussion led by a panel of experienced construction estimators explores advanced elements of construction estimating. Experienced estimators will be challenged to evaluate their own systems within the framework of current trends and models with an emphasis on Bluebeam. Every topic will be discussed from various perspectives to allow Estimators from across the spectrum to benefit. Learning Objectives: Cost/Price analysis Pricing project constraints How to build flexibility into your system Optimum time to complete Escalation Managing risk within the estimate Danger zones to avoid Track 2 – How Technology Can Produce Faster, More Accurate Estimates: Oftentimes simply being more visual in your bid scope can put you ahead of the competition by showing you truly understand the project. Each day we’ll spend some time demonstrating how technology can not only replace your highlighters, scales, and calculator, but fluid company standards for you and […]

Get Tickets $350.00 – $490.00
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Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents 8/6

Virtual

Bluebeam Reading Construction Documents (Virtual) August 6 & 7, 2025  |  1:00PM – 5:00PM This two-part online program is for entry-level architectural or engineering designers, apprentices, entry-level tradespersons, project coordinators, assistant project managers, new project managers, estimators, specialty sales representatives, or anyone in career transition looking for a refresher. Designed to quickly familiarize students with the basics of reading and understanding construction documents. From navigating title block information to combing through specification documents, participants will learn how to navigate a project and understand the material and construction requirements. Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for […]

Get Tickets $329.00 – $460.00
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Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Option 1) 8/11

Virtual

Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) – Option 1 Monday, August 11, 2025  |  12:00PM-2:00PM **This class is a mandatory pre-requisite for Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates.** Regardless of your experience with Bluebeam, we highly recommend taking the full course of Baseline Basics, Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates to ensure you get the most value out of your training and time with expert Troy DeGroot. Attendees will learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy. Learning Objectives: Interface Navigation Calibration & Measurements Introduction to the Markups List Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding […]

Get Tickets $110.00 – $426.00
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Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Option 2) 8/12

Virtual

Bluebeam Baseline Basics (Virtual) – Option 2 Tuesday, August 12, 2025  |  12:00PM-2:00PM **This class is a mandatory pre-requisite for Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates.** Regardless of your experience with Bluebeam, we highly recommend taking the full course of Baseline Basics, Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates and Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates to ensure you get the most value out of your training and time with expert Troy DeGroot. Attendees will learn interface navigation including menu dropdowns, toolbars, various tool panels, keyboard shortcuts and a few recommended settings. While learning various markup and measurement tools, several tips & tricks will be shared to increase speed and accuracy. Learning Objectives: Interface Navigation Calibration & Measurements Introduction to the Markups List Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding […]

Get Tickets $110.00 – $426.00
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Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates 8/13

Virtual

Bluebeam Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Wednesday, August 13, 2025  |  12:00PM-2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – August 11) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – August 12) With Revu’s intuitive measurement tools and customizable interface, we can turn your highlighters into a data rich takeoff tools. We’ll start out going through the standard measurement tools and settings, then move into various customization options and discuss the results in the Markups List. Learning Objectives: Introduction to Viewports Measurement Tips & Tricks Custom Estimating Tools Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities of the technology. He has led many companies through successful software implementations and training. Having served as the BIM Manager for a […]

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Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates 8/14

Virtual

Bluebeam Advanced Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (Virtual) Thursday, August 14, 2025  |  12:00PM - 2:00PM *Mandatory Pre-requisite – Baseline Basics (Option 1 – August 11) / Baseline Basics (Option 2 – August 12) & Basics Materials Takeoffs & Estimates (August 13) After finishing the Bluebeam Takeoffs & Estimates – Basics course we’ll move into creating custom columns, embedding formulas, and information organization. Did you know you can export to an Excel spreadsheet, or even link directly to that Excel template file full of formulas you’ve been using for years? Learning Objectives: Custom Estimating Tools (Continued from “Material Takeoffs & Estimates-Basics”) Collecting Rich Data with Custom Columns Reports and Exporting Data Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, and the capacities […]

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Cars & Construction at the Raceway 8/14 CV

Richmond Raceway 600 E Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, United States

CARS & CONSTRUCTION AT THE RACEWAY NETWORKING MIXER Thursday, August 14, 2025  |  5:30PM – 8:00PM Get ready to shift your networking into high gear at Cars & Construction at the Raceway! This adrenaline-packed evening of racing, networking with 100+ members and delicious libations takes place August 14! **SAVE THE DATE! Registration opening soon!**

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Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals 8/19

Virtual

Bluebeam for Administrative Professionals (Virtual) Tuesday, August 19, 2025  |  12:00PM-2:00PM Administrative teams have unique document workflows that demand a different set of tools compared to design and construction teams. A typical Bluebeam class concentrates on design markups, estimating and collecting field data, but this class is very different! In just two hours you’ll be ready to combine documents, mark for redaction, apply digital signatures and several other important administrative tasks. Learning Objectives: Extracting pages from existing documents Use Redaction to quickly clean sensitive information from documents Creating and applying digital signatures Updating Page Labels Applying headers and footers Search document text and visual symbols Apply stamps Flag important content in documents Instructor: Troy DeGroot, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, UChapter2 | Owner As a Bluebeam Certified Consultant, Bluebeam Certified Instructor, and Implementation Specialist, Troy travels the country training over 2,000 students annually with customized tools and workflows. It is these extensive and diverse training opportunities that have led to Troy being a requested annual presenter at AIA meetings, Bluebeam Academy and Bluebeam’s very own eXtreme Conference (XCON). With over 20 years in the industry, Troy has cultivated a deep understanding of the requirements of customers, the needs of end users, common goals of management, […]

Get Tickets $110.00 – $165.00