AGC's 96th Annual Convention is only a few days away. There's a dynamic program in store for all attendees and this first issue of the Convention Daily gives you a snapshot of some of the events scheduled. Remaining issues will provide information for upcoming events, coverage of the current day's highlights and news on what's happening at the AGC Technology and Construction Solutions Expo. Safe travels and we'll see you in San Juan!
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Arriving on Tuesday, March 17? Join us from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. for a half-day workshop that will help you keep up to speed with leading industry trends and issues regarding construction contracts.
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015, 8:30 - 10:15 a.m.
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Be sure to catch the Opening Convention Session, featuring Ambassador Ken Adelman. Adelman was an active participant and is a lively and informative story-teller on how President Ronald Reagan ended the Cold War. As the U.S. Arms Control Director, Adelman accompanied President Reagan on his superpower summits and was at his side at Reykjavik. He was previously a U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations and Assistant to the U.S. Secretary of Defense.
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Wednesday, March 18 from 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. or 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.
Thursday, March 19 from 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Private Consultations are being held from 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. Over the last decade, health care costs have more than doubled, and many employers are struggling to shoulder the responsibility and cost of continuing to offer benefits. An employee benefits transformation is underway. Private exchanges with a defined contribution strategy, such as The AGC Alternative, have emerged as a solution for employers to offer and pay for benefits while controlling costs. During this session, you’ll gain a better understanding of what a private exchange is, how it works, and how The AGC Alternative can help you cut costs and offer employees increased choice and flexibility.
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Thursday, March 19, 2015, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Rooms 102 B&CThe Willis-AGC Construction Safety Program is designed to challenge contractors to master core safety principles and practices that will lead to company-wide excellence in safety and occupational health management and risk control. This intensive program will assist contractors in developing actionable strategies and recommendations for solving the safety and health challenges facing today's construction professionals, plus participants will gain new insight into the trends and issues that will impact safety and health management in the future.
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First item of business is to download the convention app. All the information you need for the AGC Annual Convention can be accessed on the mobile app, including Schedule of Events, Education Session Descriptions and Handouts, Speaker Bios, Exhibitor and Sponsor Information, Convention Center Map, and Attendee Directory. Be sure to download it today!
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Be sure to tweet comments and photos during the Convention. Mention @AGCofA and use the hashtag #AGC2015 and you may be the lucky recipient of a great giveaway!
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The convention is a business casual affair. Business casual or resort evening attire is recommended for the Celebrate Construction Gala.
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The following events are all at full capacity. Only registered convention attendees with the proper name badge and appropriate ticket will be allowed to attend them. We recommend attendees with tickets show up at least 15 minutes prior to the event to secure seating.
• Contractors Prayer Breakfast, Wednesday, March 18
• Reception for First-Time Attendees, Wednesday, March 18
• Luncheon for AGC Spouses, Thursday, March 19
•  Construction Safety Excellence Awards Breakfast, Thursday, March 19
•  Build America Awards Luncheon, Thursday, March 19
• AGC Board of Governors Luncheon, sponsored by Enterprise, Friday, March 20
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Join more than 50 exhibitors at the Puerto Rico Convention Center to explore the latest products, services and solutions to support your operations. Plus don’t miss all the great networking events taking place in the Expo located on level three of the Convention Center:
Wednesday March 18, 2015 - Open from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Breakfast | 7:15 – 8:15 a.m. – Open to Everyone
Networking Break | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. - Refreshments served – Sponsored by 
Lunch | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. – Open to Everyone
Networking Break | 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. - Refreshments served – Sponsored by
Happy Hour | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Sponsored by 
Thursday March 19, 2015: - Open from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Breakfast | 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. – Open to Everyone
Networking Break | 10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. - Refreshments served - Sponsored by 
Lunch | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. – Open to Everyone
Networking Break | 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. - Refreshments served - Sponsored by
Happy Hour | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. – Sponsored by 
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Constructor will be at Convention too! Be sure to grab the latest issue and tweet a photo of where you take it throughout the convention hall and resort. Don't forget to use the hashtags #AGC2015 and #ConstructorMag. The most interesting photo will be reprinted in a future issue of Constructor!
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