Young Professionals

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: OPTIMIZING LINKEDIN FOR NETWORKING, BRANDING & SOCIAL SELLING IN CONSTRUCTION Wednesday, January 29, 2025  |  3:30PM - 5:30PM Supercharge your network and build your personal brand using LinkedIn, the world's largest professional social platform with over 900 million users. Lauren Krailo, social media expert with a focus on construction, will provide actionable tips and tricks you can implement right away, regardless of your social media experience. Following the engaging workshop, stick around for networking and refreshments over golf game play at Indoor Golf RVA - Rocketts Landing.  Please note: this event is for Young Professionals (40 & under). Key Takeaways: • Actionable tips to optimize your LinkedIn profile and presence • Proven strategies to increase engagement and visibility • Insights into LinkedIn's latest features and best practices **Only 24 seats available - register early!** ABOUT LAUREN KRAILO Lauren's journey has been defined by innovation and adaptability. Growing up as an Air Force 'brat,' she developed strong relationship-building skills while navigating new schools. Her determination drove her to graduate Summa Cum Laude from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in just three years. Inspired by her future mother-in-law’s construction background, Lauren identified the need for modern marketing […]

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS: BUSINESS ETIQUETTE FOR EMERGING CONSTRUCTION LEADERS Tuesday, February 25, 2025  |  4:00PM - 6:00PM Need a refresher on business etiquette? Join us to learn about the importance of etiquette in the workplace and the steps you can take to develop good habits. Key Topics: • The art of conversation • Working the room • Proper Business Attire • Table Manners – (quick refresher) • Golf/Client Entertaining • Emails/Linkedin Networking reception after the speaker presentation. Please note: this event is for Young Professionals (40 & under). MEET THE EXPERT Tracy Allen, Vice President and Corporate Director of Client Relations, ECS Group of Companies - Tracy brings over 30 years of experience in the A/E/C industry. With a proven track record in strategic client development, marketing, and business growth, Tracy has played a pivotal role in shaping ECS's national presence. A respected industry leader, she serves on multiple national and regional boards of professional trade associations, and has earned her MBA from Marymount University. COST (Members Only) Young Professional - $40 Includes light snacks and two (2) drink tickets SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Commitments needed by February 20 COB Event Sponsor $500 – includes two (2) registrations, signage at event, logo/name on […]