News: Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: January 20, 2017
Robust schedule of events planned for 2017
Boston, MA Events combine the best of all worlds – you can learn new things while reconnecting with friends and industry colleagues. That’s why ASM is planning a litany of events for the 2017. Here’s a preview of what you can expect:
January: Safety Roundtable on Recordkeeping requirements featuring OSHA regional compliance specialist Peter Barletta
February 15: Breakfast conversation with Lan-Tel Communications CEO Joseph Bodio
February: Young Professionals evening at the Celtics game
Carol Gladstone, DCAMMMarch: Presentation by DCAMM commissioner Carol Gladstone on initiatives to expedite payment and change order processing, and other developments
April: Legal workshop on contract negotiation with attorneys from ASM counsel Corwin & Corwin
July: 22nd Annual Golf Tournament
October: Construction Technology Showcase
November: Biennial Dinner Gala
For more specifics and to register, please visit ASM’s website.
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