2010 Brings Change to Excellence in Construction Awards Program 
ABC of Western Washington has responded to feedback from our members and made exciting changes to the annual Excellence in Construction Awards program being held on April 28th.
The biggest difference will be in the awards event itself. ABC wants all of the membership to be more included in the excitement and business growth opportunities of the awards night, so we have shifted this program to a tradeshow-like event, with all the entrants showcasing their projects to attendees. Click
here to read more.
YPG/YPS Joint Social "Creating New Connections"Do you want to meet other young professionals in the construction industry? Do you want to give back to your community? The next YPG/YPS event will let you do just that! ABC and Rebuilding Together Seattle's YPS have decided to hold a joint social Thursday, March 4th from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at FX McRory's in Seattle! Click
here to read more.
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