ABC GREATER TN MEMBER NEWS | FEBRUARY 3, 2020

ABC Member Connect February 12: ABC Office, Nashville Register Emerging Leaders Social February 20: Knoxville - Register Nashville - Register Day on the Hill February 26: Nashville - Register Legislative Reception February 26: Nashville - Register CPR | First Aid Class February 27: Nashville - Register ABC National Convention March 23 - 27: Nashville - Register UP NEXT: ABC Member Connect Kick off 2020 with member-to-member networking and a refresh of all things ABC! The ABC Member Connect is a FREE  lunch event that brings together ABC staff, board of directors, and committees to share about the association and how you can engage for the year.  WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ABC NASHVILLE OFFICE Whether you joined in 2019 or have been a member for decades, we hope you'll join us at this informal meet and greet. REGISTER

EMERGING LEADERS:

NASHVILLE HAPPY HOUR HiFi Clyde's 1700 Church St, Nashville 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. EL Members: Free ABC Members: $20 REGISTER KNOXVILLE KICKOFF SOCIAL ELST Brewing Company 2419 N Central St, Knoxville 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Open to all ABC member company young professionals interested in joining Emerging Leaders for 2020. REGISTER

As the first event of the year, the ABC-EL board hosts a free happy hour open to all ABC members interested in joining Emerging Leaders. Last Thursday, they welcomed over 80 young professionals from 40 different companies to their Kickoff Social! A special thank you to T.W. Frierson Contractor, Inc. for sponsoring this event. ABC-EL hosts special events once a month catered to our up-and-coming industry leaders. Events alternate between educational and social gatherings to provide both learning and networking opportunites. To learn more about joining ABC-EL in your region, visit our website or contact Lyndsie Mitchell by replying to this email.

CONSTRUCTION DIVE: 'Mini Megacities' to Watch: Nashville Photo Credit: Nashville Yards "Commercial contractors know that government roadblocks and regulations can slow even the most booming construction market while business-friendly policies can stoke development.  The latter is definitely the case for Nashville, Tennessee, which boasts one of the  strongest economies  of any U.S. metropolitan area. These days, builders and businesses there not only enjoy unprecedented economic growth but also the support of elected officials from city council members to the governor's mansion..." READ MORE

ABC DAY ON THE HILL Join your peers in educating our state legislators on issues affecting the construction industry in 2020. Following Day on the Hill, join ABC and AEC for our annual Legislative Reception. Both events are free to members. DAY ON THE HILL LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION

THANK YOU TO OUR NEWEST EXECUTIVE CLUB PARTNERS

F ounded in 2001, we have grown to be the industry leader in providing “Skilled Craftsmen To The Construction Industry”. Headquartered in Nashville Tennessee, our geographic reach spans to wherever our customer’s needs are nationally. We invest the time it takes to understand our customer’s labor needs and provide the manpower necessary for them to be successful on every project. LEARN MORE

At T.W. Frierson Contractor, Inc., we are a team of employee-owners who deliver comprehensive construction and design-build services through experience, authenticity, and accountability. Driven by a deep commitment to our core values, we strive to foster meaningful relationships while providing forward-thinking solutions that change our world. LEARN MORE

United Rentals, Inc. is the world's largest equipment rental company, with about 13 percent of the North American market share as of 2019. It owns the largest rental fleet in the world with about 660,000 rental units totaling about $14.2 billion in original equipment cost.   Our local Nashville market is equipped with 10 Branches to service multiple specialty divisions including: Fluid Solutions/Pump, Trench, Tools, Reliable Onsite Service (portable restrooms), Training, Power, and General Rental. LEARN MORE

WANT TO JOIN THE CLUB? The Executive Club is made up of ABC Greater Tennessee member companies who want to participate in and support all major ABC events for the entire year. These partners receive a variety of marketing opportunities and access to extra sponsorship perks that are exclusive to club partners.  Email Director of Development, Lyndsie Mitchell, with questions.

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