2025 ABA Convention
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2025 ABA Convention
Building Legacies: Heroes vs. Villains
Join us for an epic showdown at the ABA’s 2025 Builders Bash – Building Legacies: Heroes vs. Villains! Gear up for an action-packed experience where the forces of construction heroes and crafty villains collide. This year’s convention promises thrilling adventures, powerful connections, and supercharged opportunities to network with the mightiest professionals in the industry. Don your cape or mask and help us build a legacy worth remembering!
**REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF PAGE**
THANK YOU TO THE 2025 EXCLUSIVE TITLE SPONSOR!
Why You Should Attend The Convention
Insightful Business Sessions: Explore essential subjects including governmental affairs, leadership, technology trends, economics, mental health, and beyond. Acquire practical strategies to elevate your operations and drive success.
Inspiring Speakers: Hear from renowned experts in the construction industry as they share their expertise, experiences, and predictions for the future.
Relationship Building: Connect with industry peers, potential partners, and leaders in an intimate setting designed to foster meaningful connections. Build valuable relationships that can propel your business forward and open doors to new opportunities.
Sponsorship Opportunities: Boost your company’s visibility among ABA members, distinguish yourself from the competition, and create opportunities to drive business.
Experience the Fun & Excitement:
Experience the thrilling clash of Heroes vs. Villains in the stunning setting of Flagstaff, Arizona!
On Wednesday night , join us for our Welcome Reception & Casino Night, and test your luck at blackjack, poker, roulette, and craps!
On Thursday , embrace the ultimate showdown at our Themed Party! Will you channel your inner hero or embrace your villainous side? Dress as your favorite character and compete in the costume contest for epic prizes!
Then, on Friday, join us at Mother Road Brewery for a Cornhole Tournament ! Whether you’re ready to compete or just want to relax, network, and enjoy a cold beer, it’s the perfect way to wrap up the week with great people and good vibes.
No matter which side you’re on, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Who Should Attend?
- Owners
- Presidents
- Principals
- Project Managers
- Pre-construction Managers / Estimators
- Business Development/Marketing
- Project Directors
- Spouses
What Is The Price?
The ABA registration fee is $999 for members and $1,998 for non-members, covering top-tier educational seminars, expert speakers, networking events, and meals. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with some of the best professionals in the construction industry!
What Should I Wear?
Business casual dress is worn to MOST convention events. The theme this year is Heroes Vs. Villains and costumes are encouraged for the Thursday night themed party.
Book Your Hotel
Little America – 2515 E. Butler Ave., Flagstaff, AZ 86004
ABA’s room block receives special rates of $180 plus tax, per night.
The room block is available from September 24 – September 28 (for those that would like to enjoy an extended vacation in beautiful Flagstaff!)
ROOM BLOCK EXPIRES ON SEPTEMBER 5TH, 2025!
Download The ABA Mobile App!
Get ready to elevate your Convention experience with the ABA Mobile App!
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This app is your ultimate guide to all things ABA Convention.
Here’s what you can do with the ABA App: Access the Full Agenda
Stay up-to-date with the Convention schedule and never miss a session or event.
Explore Speaker Information
Learn more about our keynote speakers and session leaders, including their bios and session details.
Navigate with Ease
Access hotel maps to find your way around the venue and surrounding areas.
Register and Manage Your Attendance
Conveniently handle your registration and track your event participation all in one place.
Stay Informed
Get real-time updates/push-notifications and notifications throughout the Convention.
Download the ABA App to make the most of your Convention experience and ensure you’re always connected and informed!
Program – FULL AGENDA ON MOBILE APP!
Day 1 – September 24, 2025
Time: 10am – 4pm MST
Title: ABA Board Strategic Planning Meeting (Private)
Location: Ponderosa
Time: 2pm – 5pm MST
Title: 2025 Convention Registration
Location: Lobby
Time: 6pm – 9pm MST
Title: “The Big Bad Wolf”
Welcome Reception
Sponsored by Graywolf
Location: East Lawn
“Gambit’s Lucky Draw” Casino Night Sponsored by Climatec
**PURCHASE CASINO VOUCHER AT BOTTOM OF PAGE**
Day 2 – September 25, 2025
Time: 7am – 8am MST
Title: Breakfast
Location: Grand Ballroom – Corridor
Time: 8am – 8:05am MST
Title: Business Session – Welcome! Speaker: Kimberly Davids, ABA President
Location: Grand Ballroom
Time: 8:05am – 8:55am MST
Title: “The Origin Story of State 48” – Inspiration from a Local Legend Keynote Speaker: Mike Spagenberg, CEO & Co-Founder, State Forty Eight
Location: Grand Ballroom
Time: 9am – 9:05am MST
Title: Tool Tech Talk with the Title Sponsor Speaker: Milwaukee Tools
Location: Grand Ballroom
Time: 9:10am – 10:10am MST
Title: Monetary Masala
Speaker: Anirban Basu, Chief Economist, Sage Policy Group Location: Grand Ballroom
Time: 10:10am – 10:25am MST
Title: Darth Roast Coffee Break
Location: Grand Ballroom / Corridor
Sponsored by Coreslab
Time: 10:25am – 11:10am MST
Title: “The Power of Policy”: Legislative Update 2025 Speaker: Greg Schniegenberg, COO, Royal Electric
Location: Grand Ballroom
Time: 10am – 2pm MST
Title: Spouse Event – Hike & Lunch
Location: Hike – Fatman’s Trail / Lunch – Fat Olive’s
Sponsored by Ethos Construction Management
Time: 11:15am – 12pm MST
Title: Next Level Growth
Speaker: Jim Small, Next Level Growth Location: Grand Ballroom
Time: 12am – 1pm MST
Title: Lunch
Location: East Lawn
Sponsored by INSURICA
Time: 1:05pm – 2:05pm MST
Title: Workforce Avengers: Assembling Solutions Together
Panel:
Moderator – Marion Hughes, Critical Air Technology
Panel –
Chris Brown, TDIndustries
Jon Bohlken, Delta Diversified
Richard Chazal, Suntec Concrete
Location: Grand Ballroom
Time: 2:10pm – 2:55pm MST
Title: Building a Rockstar Workforce
Speaker: Adam Wong, Rockstar Workforce Location: Grand Ballroom
Time: 3pm – 4pm MST
Title: “The League of Leaders”: Meet the ABA Board
Speakers: Board of Directors
Location: Grand Ballroom
Time: 6pm – 10pm MST
Title: Heroes & Villains Takeover: The Ultimate Showdown…will you channel your inner hero or embrace your villainous side? come dressed as your favorite character and compete in the costume contest for epic prizes!
Location: Grand Ballroom
Day 3 – September 26, 2025
Time: 10am – 2pm MST
Title: Cornhole Tournament Tournament
Location: Mother Road Brewery
*REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF PAGE**
Thank You To The 2025 Gold Sponsors!
Thank You To The 2025 Silver Sponsors!
Thank You To The 2025 Bronze Sponsors!
Thank You To The 2025 Exclusive Sponsors!
Registration Sponsor
Lanyard Sponsor
Hotel Key Sponsor
Wednesday Cocktail Sponsors
Casino Sponsors
Mobile App Sponsor
Coffee Station Sponsor
Breakfast Sponsor
Thursday Lunch Sponsor
Spouse Event Sponsor
Thursday Cocktail Sponsors
Thursday Reception Sponsors
Cornhole Lunch Sponsor
Cornhole Drink Sponsors
Thank You To The 2025 Tabletop Sponsors!
Graphic Design & Signage Partner
Purchase Your Ticket
Participants may cancel their registration without penalty up until 7 days prior to the event. Cancellations received less than 7 days before the event will not be eligible for a refund.
September 24, 2025 @ 8:00 am – September 26, 2025 @ 5:00 pm