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ABC-VA State PAC Lunch at The Palm 8/22 NV

ABC-VA STATE PAC LUNCH AT THE PALM – TYSONS
Thursday, August 22, 2024  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM
Join us for an engaging and impactful lunch in support of the ABC-VA State Political Action Committee (PAC). This special event aims to raise crucial funds to support our advocacy efforts and ensure that the voices of of the construction industry are heard at the state level.

Special guest speakers: Virginia Delegate Bill Wiley (32nd District) and Fairfax County Supervisor Pat Herrity of the Springfield District

Your participation and generous contributions will help us continue our work to influence policy, protect our industry’s interests, and promote positive change in Virginia. Together, we can make a difference!

Download registration form (if you do not wish to register online)

DATE & TIME
Thursday, August 22, 2024
11:30AM – 1:00PM

LOCATION
The Palm – Tysons
1750 Tysons Blvd, Tysons, VA 22102

TICKETS
Delegate $1,000 – includes one (1) ticket to lunch
Senator $2,500 – includes two (2) tickets to lunch + signage at event
Governor $5,000 – includes four (4) tickets to lunch + signage at event
All proceeds benefit ABC-VA State PAC
Prefer to write a check? Email Pat Dean!

CANCELLATION 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 Pat Dean

ABC-VA State PAC Lunch at The Commonwealth Club 8/20 CV

ABC-VA STATE PAC LUNCH AT THE COMMONWEALTH CLUB
Tuesday, August 20, 2024  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM
Join us for an engaging and impactful lunch in support of the ABC-VA State Political Action Committee (PAC). This special event aims to raise crucial funds to support our advocacy efforts and ensure that the voices of of the construction industry are heard at the state level.

Special guest speaker: Jason Miyares, Virginia’s Attorney General

Your participation and generous contributions will help us continue our work to influence policy, protect our industry’s interests, and promote positive change in Virginia. Together, we can make a difference!

Download registration form (if you do not wish to register online)

DATE & TIME
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
11:30AM – 1:00PM

LOCATION
The Commonwealth Club
401 W Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23220

TICKETS
Delegate $1,000 – includes one (1) ticket to lunch
Senator $2,500 – includes two (2) tickets to lunch + signage at event
Governor $5,000 – includes four (4) tickets to lunch + signage at event
All proceeds benefit ABC-VA State PAC
Prefer to write a check? Email Kristen Altermatt!

CANCELLATION 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 Kristen Altermatt

ABC-VA State PAC Lunch at Cork & Bull 8/7 HR

ABC-VA STATE PAC LUNCH AT CORK & BULL CHOPHOUSE
Wednesday, August 7, 2024  |  11:30AM – 1:00PM
Join us for an engaging and impactful lunch in support of the ABC-VA State Political Action Committee (PAC). This special event aims to raise crucial funds to support our advocacy efforts and ensure that the voices of of the construction industry are heard at the state level. Special guest speaker TBA soon!

Special Guest Speaker: Jen Kiggans, U.S. Congresswoman for Virginia’s Second District

Jen Kiggans will be joining us to provide insights into federal policies, amplifying local concerns to the national level, and fostering strategic collaborations. This connection helps align state and federal policies, supports local initiatives, and provides access to federal resources and advocacy, ultimately strengthening ABC-VA State PAC’s efforts and effectiveness.

Your participation and generous contributions will help us continue our work to influence policy, protect our industry’s interests, and promote positive change in Virginia. Together, we can make a difference!

Download registration form (if you do not wish to register online)

DATE & TIME
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
11:30AM – 1:00PM

LOCATION
Cork & Bull Chophouse
600 Belaire Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23320

TICKETS
Delegate $1,000 – includes one (1) ticket to lunch
Senator $2,500 – includes two (2) tickets to lunch + signage at event
Governor $5,000 – includes four (4) tickets to lunch + signage at event
All proceeds benefit ABC-VA State PAC
Prefer to write a check? Email Rob Camlin!

CANCELLATION 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 Rob Camlin

ABC-VA Kickoff with Patrick Dean & Lobbyist Julia Hammond 2/21 CV **FULL**

ABC-VA Kickoff with Patrick Dean & Lobbyist Julia Hammond 2/21 CV **FULL**

ABC-VA KICKOFF WITH PATRICK DEAN (ABC-VA PRESIDENT) AND JULIA HAMMOND (LOBBYIST FOR ABC-VA)
**This event is closed.**
Wednesday, February 21, 2024  |  5:00PM – 7:00PM
Patrick Dean, ABC-VA President and Julia Hammond, ABC-VA Lobbyist, will lead the discussion of why ABC membership is not only a benefit, but also a necessity.

KEY TOPICS
– ABC’s National and Local Impact
– ABC’s STEP Program; Developing and Maintaining a “Safety First” Culture
– ABC’s Workforce Development Efforts
– The “Elephant in the Room” that is Politics: How the Results of the 2023 Election Will Affect Our Industry
– Preparation Tactics for the 2024 Election

ABOUT JULIA HAMMOND
Julia Hammond is ABC-VA’s lobbyist continually pushing the legislative needs that benefit ABC-VA members in addition to her role as Julia is practiced in leading a gubernatorial legislative team with extensive experience identifying emerging issues, developing and implementing high-level policy initiatives, and securing passage of a variety of measures and key reforms before the Virginia General Assembly. Julia served as the director of legislative affairs and policy to Governor Robert F. McDonnell from 2011-2013. Julia led the McDonnell administration’s legislative strategy, developed the governor’s policy agenda, and worked with members of the Virginia General Assembly to advance the governor’s priorities. She was pivotal to the success of the governor’s agendas, directing the administration’s outreach to the General Assembly and stakeholder groups.

BE AN ABC-VA CHAMPION!
All attendees are encouraged to bring one (1) non-member who would benefit from ABC membership free of charge. Register online (select ‘Guest Ticket’) or email the non-member’s name, company and email to Kristen Altermatt  /  804-346-4222.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Event Sponsor $750 – includes signage at event
Bar Sponsor $500 – includes signage at event
Dinner Sponsor $300 – includes signage at event

LOCATION
Maggiano’s Little Italy
11800 W Broad Street #2204, Richmond, VA 23233

COST
Members – $75
Includes dinner and drink tickets

Questions?
Contact Kristen Altermatt

Oyster Roast & Pig Pickin’ State PAC Fundraiser 5/13 HR

ABC-VA’S 2023 OYSTER ROAST & PIG PICKIN’ STATE PAC FUNDRAISER
Saturday, May 13, 2023  |  2:00PM – 5:00PM  |  DOWNLOAD FLYER
Join ABC-VA for a family-friendly oyster roast and pig pickin’ at historic Greenbriar Farms. Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day on the farm. Network with local legislators and other ABC-VA members while enjoying tons of delicious food. The petting zoo and bounce house will be open for the kiddos.

This is a fundraising event for our State PAC (Political Action Committee). The Virginia PAC mission is to help elect state and local pro-merit shop candidates and support ballot initiatives that uphold fair and open competition. ABC-Virginia PAC funds also, protect Virginia’s right-to-work statute, protect the business interests of Virginia Contractors, protect Virginia contractors’ right to fair and open competition. All proceeds will benefit State PAC.

LOCATION
Greenbrier Farms
225 Sign Pine Road, Chesapeake, VA 23322

COST
Individual ticket: $200
Table of 10: $1,750
Kids are free!

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
$5,000 includes table of ten (10)
$2,500 includes five (5) tickets
$1,000includes two (2) tickets
$500includes name on banner and event webpage

SPONSORS – THANK YOU!
HR Oyster Roast PAC Fundraiser Sponsors 11MAY23

CANCELLATION/SUBSTITUTIONS POLICY
Cancellations must be made by May 5, 2023, for a full refund. Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend.

Questions?
Please contact Rob Camlin

FUNDRAISING STATUS
$47,000 raised