CDABP TRAININGS
“ For any contractor contemplating attendance , I wholeheartedly recommend this academy as it imparts crucial skills and fosters an environment conducive to business growth , especially for those aspiring to venture into public works .”
– Kimberly Uriarte , Marketing Director , Picture Build
The training program featured a range of expert speakers from the City of LA , the County of LA , and LA Metro . Notable construction companies such as Clark Construction , Swinerton , and Webcor also provided best practices lessons and shared their valuable experience and expertise . There was also a two-part presentation by Colin McCarthy , principal attorney for Lanak & Hanna , a construction-oriented law firm , who educated attendees about the nuances of construction contracts .
Rick Casillas , Contractor Development Manager with MWIS , who led the academy sessions , said , “ The speakers shared their industry insights , experiences , and knowledge of best practices on general contract review , project management , quality control and construction schedules , and on cost management and close-out with attendees . We were honored by the attentiveness of the 13 contractors and pleased to provide them with their well-earned certificates of completion .”
With its hybrid format of in-person and virtual training sessions and practical project-based approach , the academy is a valuable resource for contractors looking to enhance their skills , collaborate with other professionals , and stay current with industry trends .
One graduate was Kimberly Uriarte , marketing director of Picture Build , who said , “ This program empowered me to feel confident in networking and provided essential skills in identifying opportunities independently . The support I received enabled me to tackle projects I would have shied away from before .” She said the exposure to the intricacies of bidding and the finer details that significantly impact the process have proven invaluable to her bidding skills .
“ For any contractor contemplating attendance , I wholeheartedly recommend this academy as it imparts crucial skills and fosters an environment conducive to business growth , especially for those aspiring to venture into public works .”
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