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SUMMARY:2023 Women in Construction Convening: Pathways to Profits
DESCRIPTION:Join the Urban League of Louisiana’s Women’s Business Resource Center for the 2023 Women In Construction Convening: Pathways to Profits: Leveraging Innovation for Recovery\, Growth\, and Sustainability. The event takes place on Thursday\, April 27\, 2023\, 8:30am-4:00pm\, at the New Orleans Jazz Market\, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.\, New Orleans\, LA. \nWe are excited to offer this dynamic event in support of women in construction across Louisiana and invite your to join us! \nDuring the past three years\, construction firms across Louisiana have been significantly impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic\, Hurricanes Ida and Laura\, localized flooding and tornados\, and the economic downturn. These events caused delays in projects\, labor shortages\, supply chain delays\, increased material costs\, and tightened insurance coverage. \nToday\, many of these issues are still being felt across the region. For construction owners\, the need for deliberate strategies for recovery\, growth\, and sustainability are imperative. \nDuring the 2023 Women in Construction Convening\, participants will learn about innovative pathways to profitability that can change the trajectory of their business with a focus on risk management\, technology enhancements\, opportunities in sustainable buildings and green infrastructure\, and much more! \nThis day will be packed with insights and best practices from industry experts\, guest speakers\, and women leaders who are excelling in the industry! \nThere is no cost to attend. Register today to reserve your seat!
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/2023-women-in-construction-convening-pathways-to-profits/
LOCATION:New Orleans Jaz Market\, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70113\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEI,CEI_DBE,CRC,DBE Contractors,ULLA General
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SUMMARY:CRC Training Day: Back Office Administration for Construction Contractors
DESCRIPTION:One of the most significant challenges for small construction contractors who grow is the ability to effectively manage the back-office administration of their firm. Now\, more than ever\, construction companies must focus on modernizing their back-office processes to operate as efficiently as possible. If you are using administrative processes that are outdated and rely on a ruler\, Excel spreadsheets\, and paper-based procedures\, you probably adding time\, cost\, and frustration to all of your projects. If this is the case\, it’s time for an administrative overhaul! \nJoin the Urban League of Louisiana’s Contractor’s Resource Center on Thursday\, March 2\, 9:00am-1:00pm\, for “CRC Training Day: Back-Office Administration for Construction Contractors”. This workshop will take place at the Urban League of Louisiana\, 4640 S. Carrollton Avenue\, Suite 110\, New Orleans\, LA 70119. \nDuring this session\, construction contractors will be introduced to best practices in back-office administration with a focus on: \n\nUtilizing Planswift Estimating software to calculate quantities and values needed to create detailed line-item estimates\nDeveloping a winning bid and creating a scope sheet that itemizes inclusions/exclusions\nUtilizing UDA ConstructionSuite Software to develop a schedule and schedule of values (sov)\, estimate project costs\, and manage your statement of cash flows\nUnderstanding business financials such as the balance sheet\, profit and loss\, cash flow\, and work-in-progress statements to identify potential red flags\, accurately forecast budgets\, and maximize long-term profitability\nLearn QuickBooks and Costing methods to help you manage Cost of Goods Sold and invoicing processes such as the G702/03 Pay Apps\n\nSeating is limited to 15 participants. There is no cost to register\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat!
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/crc-training-day-back-office-administration-for-construction-contractors/
LOCATION:Urban League of Louisiana HQ\, 4640 S. Carrollton Ave.\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70119\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEI,CRC,ULLA General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200728T100000
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SUMMARY:Developing a Winning Proposal\, CMAR\, DBE Certification
DESCRIPTION:Construction firms understand that hard work has to happen before a single shovel ever hits the ground during the continuous construction-bid-proposal process.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/developing-a-winning-proposal-cmar-dbe-certification/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,CRC,ULLA General
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SUMMARY:The Future of Work and Creating Wealth in Minority Communities
DESCRIPTION:During this session\, local national thought leaders will provide insights and recommendations on preparing minorities for the future of work with automation and closing the wealth gap in America between minority and non-minority communities. Panelists will share historical and current legislation and practices that have created the skills gap and the wealth gap in America\, and recommendations for how communities of color can work to advocate for and create sustainable enterprises that create value for these communities. This session will also examine the economic\, political and cultural implications that create positive outcomes or those that hinder progress in our communities.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/the-future-of-work-and-creating-wealth-in-minority-communities/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,CRC,WBRC
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SUMMARY:Construction Law Academy: What Contractors Need to Know about Employment Law
DESCRIPTION:Session 3 of 3: Increasing Capacity through Partnering Agreements.  It is vitally important that entrepreneurs in construction are aware of and are in compliance with employment laws that are relevant to the industry.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/construction-law-academy-what-contractors-need-to-know-about-employment-law/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,CRC,ULLA General
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Construction Law Academy\, Session 2:  Increasing Capacity through Partnering Agreements
DESCRIPTION:Session Presenter:\nFrank W. Johnson\, III\, MPA – Senior Business Advisor and Contractor Specialist\, ULLA \nDuring this session\, the presenter will provide insights into the dynamics of partnering agreements\, as well as the specific types of partnering agreements\, which include joint ventures and mentor-protege relationships. Attendees will walk away with new perspectives on risk mitigation\, including the key elements of a partnering contract that must be considered. \nIn order to attend\, all participants must be a Certified Small and Emerging Business via Louisiana Economic Development’s Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Program. Please note that there is no cost associated with SEBD certification\, and most startups meet SEBD eligibility requirements. To become a Certified SEBD\, please visit https://tinyurl.com/SEBDCertify. \nIf you should have any questions\, please email us at WBRC@UrbanLeagueLA.org.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/construction-law-academy-session-2-increasing-capacity-through-partnering-agreements/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:CEI,CRC,ULLA General
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