BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Contractor Academy - ECPv6.13.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Contractor Academy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221011T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221011T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20211206T173824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T161451Z UID:1507-1665507600-1665514800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Business Acumen DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n \nThis course includes the science of making money while working with the government. It includes computer literacy\, getting certified and bonded as well as networking\, communication and documentation. \nThis is a two-day course. The course will be held on: \n\nOctober 11\, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nOctober 18\, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\n\nJohn Benjamin\n Front Range Community College \nJohn Benjamin has delivered training to a variety of companies and organizations in finance\, project management\, operations\, successful leadership\, crucial data decision making\, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition to professor\, trainer and international business coach – John spent several years as a project manager for both Woodward and GE\, where John’s projects ranged from small hydropower plants to large gas turbine power plants. John has 30 years of experience leading teams as a project manager\, sales manager\, Global Product Manager\, International General Manager\, International Field Engineer and US Navy Nuclear Submariner. \nElly Bacon \n Assistant Director of the Division of Small Business Opportunity\, City of Denver Economic Development & Opportunity \nElly Bacon is the Assistant Director of the Division of Small Business Opportunity (DSBO) where she oversees the socially and/or economically disadvantaged certification and strategic development programs. Bacon has more than 15 years of experience building & delivering new and existing community programs to support women owned businesses in both the public and private arenas. \nPrior to joining DSBO\, she was the Director of Community Development & Engagement for the Women’s Business Enterprise Council West\, part of a National organization\, that worked on connecting women owned businesses to the global economy through advocating for procurement opportunities\, certification programs\, and strategic partnerships.\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \nHCC Contractor Academy has formed a strategic partnership with Front Range Community College to offer college-level courses at a fraction of the cost.  \nYou’ll learn from seasoned instructors in an industry-graduate training program designed specifically for HCC Contractor Academy. These aren’t your typical one-off training classes. These courses are developed and taught by construction industry experts and cover topics that are critical to the growth and sustainability of contractors in Colorado. If you want to play with the big dogs\, you need to learn from the best—and that means attending these courses! \nThis course is part of a series of 11 courses. The first five courses were offered in the spring of 2022\, and the remaining six courses are being offered in the fall of 2022. \nThanks to a generous Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant as well as a sponsorship from the City and County of Denver Division of Small Business Opportunity (DSBO)\, each eight-hour course will be $150 and each four-hour course will be $100 (regularly $200). \nConstruction and construction-related service businesses are eligible to receive a scholarship for an additional 50% off course fees. Contact Lynn Vosler at 970-214-3362 or lynn.vosler@frontrange.edu for more information. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/business-acumen/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221101T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221101T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20211206T174042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T165246Z UID:1513-1667322000-1667329200@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Technology Literacy: How The Right Technology Can Change Your Business DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n \nAre you aware of all the great technology that will help transform your construction business? Spend some time with our experts in the field to learn about relevant software\, virtual communication and using technology to develop bids and plans. \nThis is a two-day course. The course will be held on: \n\nNovember 1\, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nNovember 8\, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\n\nJohn Benjamin\n Front Range Community College \nJohn Benjamin has delivered training to a variety of companies and organizations in finance\, project management\, operations\, successful leadership\, crucial data decision making\, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition to professor\, trainer and international business coach – John spent several years as a project manager for both Woodward and GE\, where John’s projects ranged from small hydropower plants to large gas turbine power plants. John has 30 years of experience leading teams as a project manager\, sales manager\, Global Product Manager\, International General Manager\, International Field Engineer and US Navy Nuclear Submariner. \nDrew Rippel\n Shrewsberry \nDrew Rippel serves as vice president of the board of the HCC Contractor Academy and is the director of business development for the Denver office of Shrewsberry & Associates\, a national DBE/MBE engineering consulting firm. Shrewsberry offers professional expertise and market-focused solutions in an expanding spectrum of disciplines to include civil engineering\, water resources engineering\, transportation engineering\, aviation engineering\, traffic engineering\, roadway design\, landscape architecture\, utility coordination\, permitting\, construction inspection and administration\, program management/construction management and owner’s technical representation.\nRippel joined the HCC CA board in 2020. For over ten years\, he has acted as a passionate advocate for small and diverse businesses and HCC Contractor Academy provides him a means for which to help our small partners learn and grow.\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \nHCC Contractor Academy has formed a strategic partnership with Front Range Community College to offer college-level courses at a fraction of the cost.  \nYou’ll learn from seasoned instructors in an industry-graduate training program designed specifically for HCC Contractor Academy. These aren’t your typical one-off training classes. These courses are developed and taught by construction industry experts and cover topics that are critical to the growth and sustainability of contractors in Colorado. If you want to play with the big dogs\, you need to learn from the best—and that means attending these courses! \nThis course is part of a series of 11 courses. The first five courses were offered in the spring of 2022\, and the remaining six courses are being offered in the fall of 2022. \nThanks to a generous Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant as well as a sponsorship from the City and County of Denver Division of Small Business Opportunity (DSBO)\, each eight-hour course will be $150 and each four-hour course will be $100 (regularly $200). \nConstruction and construction-related service businesses are eligible to receive a scholarship for an additional 50% off course fees. Contact Lynn Vosler at 970-214-3362 or lynn.vosler@frontrange.edu for more information. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/technology-literacy/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221105T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221105T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20211206T174349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T164404Z UID:1519-1667635200-1667649600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Risk Management: How To Minimize Your Risk In Your Construction Business DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n \nFind ways to keep your business and your people safe. You will learn risk management techniques\, how to identify your insurance needs and bonding requirements. You will hear from the experts on risk analysis\, risk management and how to evaluate risk versus opportunity. \nThis is a two-day course. The course will be held on: \n\nNovember 5\, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nNovember 12\, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\n\nJohn Benjamin\n Front Range Community College \nJohn Benjamin has delivered training to a variety of companies and organizations in finance\, project management\, operations\, successful leadership\, crucial data decision making\, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition to professor\, trainer and international business coach – John spent several years as a project manager for both Woodward and GE\, where John’s projects ranged from small hydropower plants to large gas turbine power plants. John has 30 years of experience leading teams as a project manager\, sales manager\, Global Product Manager\, International General Manager\, International Field Engineer and US Navy Nuclear Submariner.\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \nHCC Contractor Academy has formed a strategic partnership with Front Range Community College to offer college-level courses at a fraction of the cost.  \nYou’ll learn from seasoned instructors in an industry-graduate training program designed specifically for HCC Contractor Academy. These aren’t your typical one-off training classes. These courses are developed and taught by construction industry experts and cover topics that are critical to the growth and sustainability of contractors in Colorado. If you want to play with the big dogs\, you need to learn from the best—and that means attending these courses! \nThis course is part of a series of 11 courses. The first five courses were offered in the spring of 2022\, and the remaining six courses are being offered in the fall of 2022. \nThanks to a generous Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant as well as a sponsorship from the City and County of Denver Division of Small Business Opportunity (DSBO)\, each eight-hour course will be $150 and each four-hour course will be $100 (regularly $200). \nConstruction and construction-related service businesses are eligible to receive a scholarship for an additional 50% off course fees. Contact Lynn Vosler at 970-214-3362 or lynn.vosler@frontrange.edu for more information. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/risk-management/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221203T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221203T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20211206T174624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T141509Z UID:1525-1670054400-1670068800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:HR Basics & Legal Issues: Navigating the Legal World of Managing Employees DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n \nWith new and changing employer laws\, it is essential that today’s business keep on top of this tricky world. This course will get you the resources you need including hiring\, employment requirements\, labor sourcing and community programs. We will also include creating an employee handbook\, safety regulations and emergency preparedness. \nThis is a two-day course. The course will be held on: \n\nDecember 3\, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\nDecember 10\, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm\n\nScott Nielsen\n Front Range Community College Corporate & Workforce Solutions \nScott Nielsen is a trainer and people development coach. He has worked with several companies and organizaitons\, large and small\, to coach individual potential and organizational performance. His business background includes Molson Coors Brewing Company. His vision is to bring talented individuals together for a shared purpose\, shared values and to foster the desire to be the best at whatever people want to accomplish. \nChristine Mortenson\n GH Phipps \nChristine’s love of construction developed when she was young; helping her dad\nand uncle. Together\, they built everything from garages\, sheds and homes for their\nfamilies. \nShe started her construction career at a commercial plumbing company in\nBroomfield\, CO. She held various roles including office manager\, project\ncoordinator\, and project manager/estimator. As her career progressed\, she\ndeveloped and implemented full- scale residential service and commercial tenant\nimprovement divisions. \nAs her knowledge of the construction industry continued\, she worked for a specialty\nlow-voltage contractor that installed Nurse-call\, life safety\, security and A/V systems\nthroughout the Rocky Mountain region. Working closely with executive\nmanagement\, she oversaw company-wide HR programs such payroll\, training\,\ncompensation plans\, performance\, safety/OSHA compliance\, Federal EEO/OFCCP\,\nWorkers’ Compensation\, business compliance and fleet management.\nHer current role\, Human Resources Manager\, at GH Phipps Construction Companies\nhas allowed her to grow her career and passion for construction even further.\nChristine is heavily involved with the GH Phipps outreach program and works with\norganizations state-wide. \nHer professional association with the City and County of Denver\, Construction\nCareers Program\, Denver Economic Development Opportunity\, AGC of Colorado\,\noutreach with MWBE contractors\, HCC events\, and Construction Girl allows her to\nfocus on promoting the trades as a career path for today’s youth. The involvement\nshe has with these organizations keep her excited to be in the ever changing and\ngrowing construction industry! \nShe currently is the Co-Chair for the Women of Phipps and is on the Customer\nExperience Certificate Program Advisory Board at University of Colorado\, Leeds\nSchool of Business.\n \n REGISTER NOW\n \nHCC Contractor Academy has formed a strategic partnership with Front Range Community College to offer college-level courses at a fraction of the cost.  \nYou’ll learn from seasoned instructors in an industry-graduate training program designed specifically for HCC Contractor Academy. These aren’t your typical one-off training classes. These courses are developed and taught by construction industry experts and cover topics that are critical to the growth and sustainability of contractors in Colorado. If you want to play with the big dogs\, you need to learn from the best—and that means attending these courses! \nThis course is part of a series of 11 courses. The first five courses were offered in the spring of 2022\, and the remaining six courses are being offered in the fall of 2022. \nThanks to a generous Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant as well as a sponsorship from the City and County of Denver Division of Small Business Opportunity (DSBO)\, each eight-hour course will be $150 and each four-hour course will be $100 (regularly $200). \nConstruction and construction-related service businesses are eligible to receive a scholarship for an additional 50% off course fees. Contact Lynn Vosler at 970-214-3362 or lynn.vosler@frontrange.edu for more information. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/hr-basics-legal-issues/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230110T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230110T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20221206T213200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T214822Z UID:290966-1673366400-1673377200@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:The Power of Safety: Saving Lives to Save Dollars DESCRIPTION:This class will cover tools to proactively ensure the safety of your workforce while complying with mandatory federal regulations. We will discuss ways safety can affect the businesses’ bottom line\, ability to work with repeated clients and get more work. Lastly\, we’ll cover what prime contractors are requesting and expecting from subcontractors’ safety and health. \n\nPresented by Susana Miller\, GE Johnson \n\nSusana is a Senior Safety Specialist for GE Johnson Construction and a Certified Safety Professional with a background in Construction Safety & Health\, and Engineering. She is also an Affiliate Faculty member for MSU Denver’s Construction Project Management degree program. As a Safety & Health Professional\, she leads and collaborates with project teams on the planning and execution of safety & health plans that lead to completion of construction projects with zero injuries. She works extensively with trade partners\, especially those with a predominant Hispanic workforce to enhance their safety & health culture. As Affiliate Faculty for the Construction Project Management degree at MSU Denver\, she influences the current and future leaders of the construction industry\, shaping their mindset towards safety & health the same way they think of budgets and schedules. She believes every mind is a different world full of wonderful ideas\, and when we put our minds together towards the common goal\, we can build a stronger industry and society. \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/the-power-of-safety-saving-lives-to-save-dollars/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses ORGANIZER;CN="Contractor Academy":MAILTO:info@coloradocontractoracademy.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230225T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230111T205442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T204324Z UID:291097-1677312000-1677326400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Unlocking the Secrets of Blueprints DESCRIPTION:Course Description:This course will cover the foundational skills needed to read construction drawings and specifications with an emphasis on finding trade-specific information while increasing the overall understanding of the project. Taught by Sean Mendez\, Adolfson & Peterson Construction \n\nSean Mendez is a project manager with Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP). A trim carpenter by trade\, he has worked in the construction industry for 40 years—30 years in residential\, and the last 10 years on the commercial side. Mendez has a B.A. in human performance of sports medicine from MSU Denver. For the past eight years\, Mendez has been a committee member and instructor for HCC Contractor Academy’s education committee. High profile projects over the last 10 years include Garden City HS Kansas\, VCSII Charter Communications\, DPS Paul Sandoval Campus Expansion\, Charter Communications TI\, Liberty Industrial Distribution Center\, City of Aurora Public Safety Training Center\, DPS North HS Historic Renovation\, and Holly School District RE-3 PK-12 (totaling 1.5 million sq/ft and $340 million). \n\n\n\nDate & Time:\n\nSaturday\, February 25\, 20238:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation:\n\nHCC Diversity Leader (OR Virtual)1114 W 7th AveDenver\, CO 80204 \n\nREGISTER URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/unlocking-the-secrets-of-blueprints/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230314T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230314T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230130T184050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T024404Z UID:291225-1678809600-1678820400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Win Work & Make Money with Accurate Estimating DESCRIPTION:Course Description:Whether your chosen market is residental or commercial\, private or public\, new construction or renovation projects\, the basics are the same! Join us to learn the basic principles of construction estimating and polish your current estimating skills. Learn how Milender White and Gilmore Construction approach and produce successful construction estimates. We will introduce different types of cost estimating as well as tools and methods used to create estimates. Topics covered will include: Organization of the estimate\n\nTypes of estimates\n\nElements of an estimate\n\nQuantity take off techniques\n\nPricing techniques\n\nAdjusting the estimate for a variety of variable factors\n\nEstimating labor\, materials and equipment This class is designed to be a gateway to more complex estimating practices. It is recommended that attendees have an understanding of basic construction process and terminology. \n\n \n\n\n\nDate & Time:\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:\n\nHCC Diversity Leader (OR Virtual)1114 W 7th AveDenver\, CO 80204 \n\nREGISTER URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/win-work-make-money-with-accurate-estimating/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230415T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230415T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230130T184821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T204735Z UID:291228-1681545600-1681560000@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Taking the Mystery Out of Contracts: Know What You're Signing DESCRIPTION:Course Description:This course focuses on contracts in construction and will teach participants how to understand contract and subcontract language and requirements. Participants will learn to read and negotiate a contract and subcontract. Additional topics covered include billing and reporting requirements and well as specific forms included within documents. \n\n \n\n\n\nDate & Time:\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:\n\nHCC Diversity Leader (OR Virtual)1114 W 7th AveDenver\, CO 80204 \n\nREGISTER URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/taking-the-mystery-out-of-contracts-know-what-youre-signing/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230509T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230509T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230130T205046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T213713Z UID:291235-1683648000-1683658800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Scheduling: Planning—Then Staying!—On Track DESCRIPTION:Date & Time:Course Description:Topics covered during this course include schedule fundamentals\, overview of the Critical Path Method (CPM)\, baseline schedule development\, the schedule update process\, overview of schedule requirements from contract/specifications and a review of scheduling software options. Participants will also be provided hands on exercise for Baseline Development. Presented By:\n\nJosh Apodaca\, Division Scheduler\, Swinerton\n\nAmber English\, PSP\, Scheduling Manager\, McCarthy Building Companies\n\nKyle Ziegler\, Swinerton\n\nCost:\n\nAttendees (In-Person): $60Attendees (Virtual): $20HCC Members (In-Person): $50HCC Members (Virtual): $15 \n\n\n\nLocation:\n\nHCC Diversity Leader (OR Virtual)1114 W 7th AveDenver\, CO 80204 \n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/planning-then-staying-on-track/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230523T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230523T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230419T174543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T181405Z UID:291288-1684857600-1684868400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:P&L 101: Navigating Your Financial Statements (Spanish) DESCRIPTION:Date & Time:Course Description:By attending this P&L 101 class\, you will be able to understand the financial tools available to your business\, performance reports you should review regularly\, the types of key performance indicators to watch for based on your operation and industry\, how to define your break-even point and the importance of creating a budget and how critical it is to review it every month. The class instructor\, HCC and HCC CA Executive Director Rosy McDonough\, has the ability to facilitate the concepts in a practical manner so you can implement and use this information every day in your business. Let your numbers guide your success! This class will be held in Spanish! Al asistir a esta clase de P&L 101\, usted podrá comprender las herramientas financieras disponibles para su negocio\, los reportes fianncieros que debe revisar frecuentemente\, los tipos de indicadores que son clave del rendimiento de su negocio y que usted debe observar en función de su operación e industria\, cómo definir su punto de equilibrio\, la importancia de crear un presupuesto y revisarlo cada mes. Su instructor facilitará los conceptos de manera práctica para que pueda implementar y utilizar esta información todos los días en su negocio. ¡Deje que sus números guíen su éxito! Presented By:\n\nRosy Aburto McDonough\, HCC & HCC Contractor Academy\n\n\n\n\n\nCost:\n\nAttendees (Virtual): $20HCC Members (Virtual): $15 \n\n\n\nLocation:\n\nVirtual \n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/pl-101-navigating-your-financial-statements-spanish/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230613T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230613T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230130T205249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T142253Z UID:291237-1686672000-1686682800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Easy Tips for Construction Companies to Improve Accounting Processes DESCRIPTION:Course Description:This class will cover alternative methods to manage your accounting process\, accounts payable and receivable\, banking relationships and certified payroll. Participants will learn key terminology\, examples\, options of payroll software for construction businesses and ways to manage and understand important financial and accounting concepts. \n\n \n\n\n\nDate & Time:\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:\n\nHCC Diversity Leader (OR Virtual)1114 W 7th AveDenver\, CO 80204 \n\nREGISTER NOW URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/how-to-keep-the-cash-coming-in/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230725T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230725T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230619T211703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T165906Z UID:291345-1690300800-1690311600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:[CANCELED] Marketing 101 (Spanish) DESCRIPTION:Course Description:\nThe purpose of this presentation is to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to have a successful online presence. \nThis class will give you valuable information and helpful tips to fuel growth and elevate your business to new heights\, whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out. \n\nWhat it takes to create a brand\nInformation on the latest digital marketing trends and techniques\nKnowledge about the use of social networks to reach your target market\nTips for creating content that connects with your customers\nTips for creating and maintaining a loyal customer base\n\nThis class will be held in Spanish. \nTalia Bond\, MBA\nTalia is both a marketing expert and the owner of PostNet Centennial and Absolute Promotions. She finds fulfillment by empowering individuals and small business owners to elevate their brands and produce significant results. Talia received her MBA from Regis University\, where she continues to honor the University’s mission to be of service to others. In this effort\, one of Talia’s roles was to teach at Regis University marketing and business. \nAs a business owner\, Talia offers additional assistance to her clients as a marketing consultant. Her clients\, who are small business owners or startups not only get marketing materials but a strategy to implement their plans to grow their businesses. Outside of working with her clients\, Talia enjoys keeping abreast of opportunities in Colorado to share with others.\nTalia’s previous roles include being a consultant for the Minority Business Office for the State of Colorado where she helped hundreds of clients get certifications for government contracts\, and leadership roles with Fortune 500 companies. She managed the business operations\, leadership and employee development. Talia’s leadership has translated to positive impact and measurable results within each role.\nAs owner of PostNet she drives her business to success. PostNet\, a marketing and shipping franchise\, has been serving private and government clients with great reviews. Some of PostNet’s clients include the SBDC\, MBO (Minority Business Office)\, The City of Longmont\, The City and County of Denver\, Waste Management\, among other government agencies. Additionally PostNet works with small business owners. PostNet Centennial is known for its quick turn around and good quality of products.\nDriven by fun\, Talia finds fulfillment through her friendships\, having a good laugh and not taking herself too seriously. She lives in Denver and has fun with her daughters and husband. \nAnthony Gonzalez\, Ineffable Solutions\nMeet Anthony\, a second generation insurance professional turned marketing creative. He was focused on creating his own unique path to use his dynamic insurance background and his creative skills to build a marketing solutions agency. \nAnthony’s mission along with his business’s\, Ineffable Solutions\, is to create impactful opportunities for small businesses through digital marketing. In this digital age\, he wants to educate and inspire business owners who have felt left behind in this new era. \nAnthony prides himself on organization and hard work and with his high energy and a “can-do” attitude he is determined to make Ineffable Solutions a house-known brand. Anthony lives for a well-managed schedule and is always looking for new ways to see how he can impact the Marketing industry. \nBesides Marketing\, Anthony is passionate about new tech\, photography\, and editing. When not working you can find Anthony with his lovely Wife and two precious daughters re-watching encanto. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/marketing-101/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/image-from-rawpixel-id-2204192-jpeg-min-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230812T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230812T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230628T133451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T151719Z UID:291495-1691827200-1691841600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:HR: Managing Your Team DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n \nCourse Description:\nThis course covers effective hiring\, leading others and relationship building. Topics include personal accountability\, tips on managing teams\, identifying and building future talent. The course will also cover mentoring\, training\, conflict management and supervisory skills. \nAttend in person at the HCC office or virtually on Zoom! \nJim Lauer\n Vice-President\, McCarthy Building Companies\, Inc. \nGiovanni Pinzon\n Human Resources Manager\, McCarthy Building Companies\, Inc. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/hr-managing-your-team-2/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/christina-wocintechchat-com-vzfgh3RAPzM-unsplash-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230916T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230628T135626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T165847Z UID:291527-1694851200-1694865600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:The Power of Safety: From Saving Lives To Saving Money DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n \nCourse Description:\nThis class will cover tools to proactively ensure the safety of your workforce while complying with mandatory federal regulations. We will also discuss ways safety can affect the business bottom line\, the ability to work with repeated clients\, and how to get more work. Lastly\, we’ll cover what prime contractors are requesting and expecting from subcontractors’ safety and health. \nAttend in-person at the HCC office or virtually on Zoom! \nSusana Miller\n Senior Safety Specialist\, GE Johnson \nSusana is a Senior Safety Specialist for GE Johnson Construction and a Certified Safety Professional with a background in Construction Safety & Health\, and Engineering. She is also an Affiliate Faculty member for MSU Denver’s Construction Project Management degree program.\nAs a Safety & Health Professional\, she leads and collaborates with project teams on the planning and execution of safety & health plans that lead to completion of construction projects with zero injuries. She works extensively with trade partners\, especially those with a predominant Hispanic workforce to enhance their safety & health culture.\nAs Affiliate Faculty for the Construction Project Management degree at MSU Denver\, she influences the current and future leaders of the construction industry\, shaping their mindset towards safety & health the same way they think of budgets and schedules.\nShe believes every mind is a different world full of wonderful ideas\, and when we put our minds together towards the common goal\, we can build a stronger industry and society. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/safety-class-spanish/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/oliver-hale-oTvU7Zmteic-unsplash-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230926T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230926T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230628T141512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T142135Z UID:291542-1695744000-1695754800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:How To Read Contracts (Spanish) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n \nCourse Description:\nThis course focuses on contracts in construction and will teach participants how to understand contract and subcontract language and requirements. Participants will learn to read and negotiate a contract and subcontract. Additional topics covered include billing and reporting requirements as well as specific forms included within documents. \nThis class will be held in Spanish. Attend in person at the HCC office or virtually on Zoom! \nRefugio Perez\n Hamilton Faatz\, PC \nRefugio is a proud native of Colorado. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado in Denver\, where he was on the Dean’s List and served as President of the Pre-Law Society. He received his Juris Doctorate from American University in Washington D.C.\, where he was a Marshall Brennan Fellow. Refugio’s main areas of practice include commercial litigation\, real estate acquisitions\, litigation\, and business administrative law. He provides strategic counsel for clients ranging from developers and investors on acquisitions and dispositions for real estate development\, as well as other construction professionals with litigation needs\, including mechanics liens and contract disputes. In dealing with clients on a diverse range of issues\, Refugio’s understanding of his clients’ business needs and litigation strategies provides an opportunity to anticipate potential legal problems before they surface. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/how-to-read-contracts-spanish/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/jeriden-villegas-VLPUm5wP5Z0-unsplash-2-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231021T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230629T140906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231009T200844Z UID:291571-1697875200-1697889600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:How To Read Construction Blueprints (Spanish) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n \nCourse Description:\nThis course will cover the foundational skills needed to read construction drawings and specifications with an emphasis on finding trade-specific information while increasing the overall understanding of the project. \nThis class will be held in Spanish. Attend in person at the HCC office! \nRon Lavaire\nGE Johnson \nSusana Miller\nSenior Safety Specialist\, GE Johnson \nSusana is a Senior Safety Specialist for GE Johnson Construction and a Certified Safety Professional with a background in Construction Safety & Health\, and Engineering. She is also an Affiliate Faculty member for MSU Denver’s Construction Project Management degree program.\nAs a Safety & Health Professional\, she leads and collaborates with project teams on the planning and execution of safety & health plans that lead to completion of construction projects with zero injuries. She works extensively with trade partners\, especially those with a predominant Hispanic workforce to enhance their safety & health culture.\nAs Affiliate Faculty for the Construction Project Management degree at MSU Denver\, she influences the current and future leaders of the construction industry\, shaping their mindset towards safety & health the same way they think of budgets and schedules.\nShe believes every mind is a different world full of wonderful ideas\, and when we put our minds together towards the common goal\, we can build a stronger industry and society. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/how-to-read-construction-blueprints-spanish/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/daniel-mccullough-FPFq_trr2Y-unsplash-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231030T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231030T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230629T142335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T191043Z UID:291586-1698681600-1698692400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Win Work & Make Money with Accurate Estimating (Spanish) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n \nCourse Description:\nDuring this class\, you will be provided with information that can be applied to increase the number of estimates you put out\, as well as the quality\, accuracy and competitiveness of your estimates. \nThis class will be held in Spanish.  \nGrisel Ramirez\n Lead Estimator\, Turner Construction Company \nGrisel Ramirez has been in preconstruction for approximately eight years. She was born in El Salvador and moved to the United States at a young age. After graduating from the University of Nebraska\, she began working for Turner Construction Company. She loves not only the technical aspects of preconstruction\, but also the people side of what she does. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/bidding-tips-tricks-spanish/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/greyson-joralemon-A1g0oeX29ec-unsplash-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231114T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231114T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230629T144022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T203238Z UID:291608-1699974000-1699988400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Managing Project Costs for Financial Viability (Parts I & II) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n \nCourse Description:\nThis course is designed for management employees interested in learning ways to strategically manage project costs. This engaging and supportive learning experience is guided by the knowledge and experiences of you and your fellow participants. By the end of this 8-hour training\, you will be able to: \n\nConsider key factors for accurate estimating and bidding\nDefine ways to assess and manage risk\nIncorporate certified payroll considerations\nMake appropriate cost considerations for contracts and design documents\nAssess how application for payment\, schedule of value\, and change orders impact the financial viability of a project\nSummarize contractors’ rights with respect to lien waivers\nUse business planning and scheduling strategies to develop a business forecast.\n\nPart II will be held on Thursday\, November 16 from 3:00 – 7:00 pm on Zoom. \nThis is one of a series of courses presented through a Colorado Skill Advance Grant submitted by the NoCo Construction Partnership\, City of Fort Collins and City of Loveland. NOTE: Section 601 is taught in English by an experienced instructor through Live Remote – so you can attend in the comfort of your home or office. Section 602 is taught in SPANISH by an experienced instructor at the Latino Chamber of Commerce in Longmont. \nJohn Benjamin\nFront Range Community College \nJohn Benjamin has delivered training to a variety of companies and organizations in finance\, project management\, operations\, successful leadership\, crucial data decision making\, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition to professor\, trainer and international business coach – John spent several years as a project manager for both Woodward and GE\, where John’s projects ranged from small hydropower plants to large gas turbine power plants. John has 30 years of experience leading teams as a project manager\, sales manager\, Global Product Manager\, International General Manager\, International Field Engineer and US Navy Nuclear Submariner. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/managing-project-costs-for-financial-viability-parts-i-ii/ CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/bibhash-polygon-cafe-banerjee-li6MjNxlS_U-unsplash-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240116T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240116T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20230629T144710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T171120Z UID:291627-1705420800-1705431600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Start the New Year Off Right! Creating a Strategy for Success DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n \nClass Description:\nThis course will teach you how to create or refine a business strategic plan that reflects your company’s vision\, mission\, values\, and objectives. You will learn to analyze your market\, define your competitive advantage\, and develop your sales and marketing strategies. Whether starting a new business\, expanding an existing one\, or enhancing your team’s skills\, this course will help you achieve your business goals. \nPaul will cover: \n\nUnderstanding strategic planning – definition\, critical components of a plan and why it’s necessary\nStrategic planning process – Overview\, environmental/SWOT analysis\, setting goals and objectives\, developing and implementing and monitoring and evaluating\nSetting goals and objectives – SMART goals\nImplementation – strategies for success\, how to overcome challenges \n\nParticipants will set SMART objectives for their organization or team during the class\, as well as share experiences and best practices. \n  \nSpeaker:\n\n Paul De La Garza \n High Performance Business Solutions \nPaul de la Garza is a seasoned professional mentor/coach and public speaker. He is the Principal at High Performance Solutions\, a Colorado based company that promotes personal\, executive and team coaching with an emphasis on leadership\, sales\, and high-performance training. His interactive and personal approach to speaking and training reaches his audience creating a memorable experience. Paul is fluent in Spanish both written and oral and his presentations and seminars can reach both English and Spanish speaking audiences. \nPrior to becoming a professional speaker and coach\, Paul held several senior management positions in corporate America\, including American Airlines\, Wells Fargo and Bank of America totaling 25 years of leadership experience. During this period\, Paul led\, mentored\, and coached a several groups featuring personal development\, leadership\, and sales training. \nIn 1988 Paul founded Marketing and Trade International Corp. an international company focusing on introducing US concerns to Latin America and Latin American concerns to the US with a full-service product of marketing\, business development and public relations. Under Paul’s leadership MTI successfully introduced organizations to both the US and Latin America permanently positioning each organization in these newfound markets and generating significant incremental sales. \nPaul is currently writing his first novel\, “The Song of Jacob” a story of self-discovery\, spiritual growth and personal triumph which will be due out by late-2022. \nA dedicated family man\, Paul has been married to his wife JoAnn for 45 years and has four children\, Christopher\, Jeremy\, Julie and Matt. He currently resides in Fort Collins\, Colorado. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n Tickets\n The numbers below include tickets for this event already in your cart. Clicking “Get Tickets” will allow you to edit any existing attendee information as well as change ticket quantities.\n Attendee (In-Person)\n $\n 60.00\n Unlimited\n \n Decrease ticket quantity for Attendee (In-Person)\n –\n \n Quantity \n \n \n Increase ticket quantity for Attendee (In-Person)\n +\n \n \n Hide my attendee data from public view. \n HCC Member (In-Person)\n $\n 50.00\n Unlimited\n \n Decrease ticket quantity for HCC Member (In-Person)\n –\n \n Quantity \n \n \n Increase ticket quantity for HCC Member (In-Person)\n +\n \n \n Hide my attendee data from public view. \n Quantity:\n 0\n Total:\n $\n 0.00\n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \nThank You To Our Class Sponsors URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/start-the-new-year-off-right-creating-a-strategy-for-success/ LOCATION:Palace Construction\, 7 S. Galapago St\, Denver\, CO\, 80223\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/wp-content/uploads/josh-olalde-X1P1_EDNnok-unsplash-min.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240208T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240208T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240116T195115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T202153Z UID:291955-1707404400-1707418800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Permitting and Licensing in Northern Colorado DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n \nThis course is designed for management employees interested in learning ways to strategically manage project costs. This engaging and supportive learning experience is guided by the knowledge and experiences of you and your fellow participants. By the end of this 4-hour training\, you will be able to: \n\nDescribe roles and responsibilities of all participants\,\nExamine knowledge and intent\,\nExamine Colorado state law pertaining to Licensing and Permitting\,\nExamine Customer Service issues.\n\nThis is one of a series of courses presented through a Colorado Skill Advance Grant submitted by the NoCo Construction Partnership\, City of Fort Collins and City of Loveland. All courses will be taught by an experienced instructor through Live Remote – so you can attend in the comfort of your home or office. \n\n Shar Manno \n Administrative Services Manager for Community Development and Neighborhood Services\, City of Fort Collins \nShar Manno is an Administrative Services Manager for Community Development and Neighborhood Services with the City of Fort Collins. With over 28 years of experience in the construction industry\, Shar has a wealth of knowledge in navigating the licensing and permitting process with the City of Fort Collins. Her experience comes from working with a small local home builder\, running a family-owned construction business\, and working various positions with a large Engineering firm\, in the field and main office. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/permitting-and-licensing-in-northern-colorado/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240217T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240217T170000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240129T194915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T195127Z UID:292022-1708160400-1708189200@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Recursos Humanos: Temas Legales (ESPAÑOL) DESCRIPTION:Este curso se impartirá en español. Está diseñado para empleados que están iniciando sus carreras en la gestión y para aquellos que están considerando hacer la transición a responsabilidades gerenciales. Esta experiencia de interesante aprendizaje y de apoyo está guiada por el conocimiento y las experiencias de usted y sus compañeros participantes. \nAl finalizar este entrenamiento de 8 horas\, usted podrá: \n\nIlustrar el arco de empleo que va desde encontrar a un empleado hasta la contratación y empleo.\nResumir el papel de un manual del empleado en empresas de construcción\nEsbozar las formas en que el salario vigente se relaciona con las empresas en la industria de la construcción\nExplicar cómo diversas leyes y requisitos se relacionan con el empleo en la industria de la construcción.\n\nEste es uno de una serie de cursos presentados a través de una Subvención de Avance de Habilidades de Colorado presentada por la NoCo Construction Partnership\, la Ciudad de Fort Collins y la Ciudad de Loveland. Todas las clases serán impartidas en nuestro campus de Westminster por un instructor presencial y experimentado. Se proporcionarán refrigerios y almuerzo. \n \n registrarse URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/recursos-humanos-temas-legales-espanol/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240220T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240220T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240116T195348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T195546Z UID:291960-1708441200-1708455600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:An Introduction to Finance and Accounting for Contractors DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n \nThis course is designed for employees beginning their management careers and those considering a transition into managerial responsibilities. We will begin with the basics of accounting before exploring examples of banking\, budgeting\, and forecasting. By the end of this 8-hour course\, you will be able to: \n\nDescribe the basics of accounting\, including: Accounts payable\, Accounts receivable\, Accounts needed for banking\, Tax review with a CPA.\nReproduce the steps involved in construction business planning\,\nExplain the function of budgeting and forecasting in a construction business\,\nSummarize the financial considerations for operating a construction business. \n\nPart 2 of this course is February 22 from 3-7 pm. \nThis is one of a series of courses presented through a Colorado Skill Advance Grant submitted by the NoCo Construction Partnership\, City of Fort Collins and City of Loveland. All courses will be taught by an experienced instructor through Live Remote – so you can attend in the comfort of your home or office. \n\n John Benjamin \n Front Range Community College \nJohn Benjamin has delivered training to a variety of companies and organizations in finance\, project management\, operations\, successful leadership\, crucial data decision making\, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition to professor\, trainer and international business coach – John spent several years as a project manager for both Woodward and GE\, where John’s projects ranged from small hydropower plants to large gas turbine power plants. John has 30 years of experience leading teams as a project manager\, sales manager\, Global Product Manager\, International General Manager\, International Field Engineer and US Navy Nuclear Submariner. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/an-introduction-to-finance-and-accounting-for-contractors/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240224T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240224T170000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240129T195240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T195415Z UID:292030-1708765200-1708794000@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Contratos y Subcontratos: Una Guía para Repasar\, Negociar y Comunicar Requisitos (ESPAÑOL) DESCRIPTION: Este curso se impartirá en español. Está diseñado para empleados que están iniciando sus carreras en la gestión y para aquellos que están considerando hacer la transición a responsabilidades gerenciales. Esta experiencia de interesante aprendizaje y de apoyo está guiada por el conocimiento y las experiencias de usted y sus compañeros participantes. \nAl finalizar este entrenamiento de 8 horas\, usted podrá: \n\nDescribir los fundamentos del lenguaje contractual\nRecordar consideraciones claves de los subcontratos\nDiscutir cómo negociar un subcontrato\nIdentificar tácticas para asegurar una comunicación efectiva de los detalles del contrato\n\nEste es uno de una serie de cursos presentados a través de una Subvención de Avance de Habilidades de Colorado presentada por la NoCo Construction Partnership\, la Ciudad de Fort Collins y la Ciudad de Loveland. Todas las clases serán impartidas en nuestro campus de Westminster por un instructor presencial y experimentado. Se proporcionarán refrigerios y almuerzo. \n \n registrarse URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/contratos-y-subcontratos-una-guia-para-repasar-negociar-y-comunicar-requisitos-espanol/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240302T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240302T170000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240129T195519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T195610Z UID:292036-1709370000-1709398800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Recursos Humanos: Dirigiendo a Su Equipo (ESPAÑOL) DESCRIPTION:Este curso se impartirá en español. Está diseñado para empleados que están iniciando sus carreras en la gestión y para aquellos que están considerando hacer la transición a responsabilidades gerenciales. Esta experiencia de interesante aprendizaje y de apoyo está guiada por el conocimiento y las experiencias de usted y sus compañeros participantes. \nAl finalizar este entrenamiento de 8 horas\, usted podrá: \n\nExplicar la función de las descripciones de puestos\nDeterminar tácticas para identificar y desarrollar talento futuro centrándose en la capacitación\, mentoría\, habilidades de liderazgo y construcción de relaciones\nExaminar el uso de procesos de revisión del desempeño para desarrollar la responsabilidad de los empleados\nDescribir las estrategias utilizadas para resolver conflictos en el lugar de trabajo\nReflexionar sobre su responsabilidad personal en la contratación y retención efectivas de empleados\n\nEste es uno de una serie de cursos presentados a través de una Subvención de Avance de Habilidades de Colorado presentada por la NoCo Construction Partnership\, la Ciudad de Fort Collins y la Ciudad de Loveland. Todas las clases serán impartidas en nuestro campus de Westminster por un instructor presencial y experimentado. Se proporcionarán refrigerios y almuerzo. \n \n registrarse URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/recursos-humanos-dirigiendo-a-su-equipo-espanol/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240309T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240309T170000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240129T195700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T195922Z UID:292041-1709974800-1710003600@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Introducción a Finanzas y Contabilidad para Contratistas (ESPAÑOL) DESCRIPTION:Este curso se impartirá en español. Está diseñado para empleados que están iniciando sus carreras en la gestión y para aquellos que están considerando hacer la transición a responsabilidades gerenciales. Esta experiencia de interesante aprendizaje y de apoyo está guiada por el conocimiento y las experiencias de usted y sus compañeros participantes. \nAl finalizar este entrenamiento de 8 horas\, usted podrá: \n\nDescribir los conceptos básicos de contabilidad\, incluyendo Cuentas por pagar\, Cuentas por cobrar\, Cuentas necesarias para la banca\, Revisión fiscal con un contador público certificado (CPA)\nReproducir los pasos involucrados en la planificación de negocios de construcción\nExplicar la función de la elaboración de presupuestos y previsiones en un negocio de construcción\nResumir las consideraciones financieras para operar un negocio de construcción\n\nEste es uno de una serie de cursos presentados a través de una Subvención de Avance de Habilidades de Colorado presentada por la NoCo Construction Partnership\, la Ciudad de Fort Collins y la Ciudad de Loveland. Todas las clases serán impartidas en nuestro campus de Westminster por un instructor presencial y experimentado. Se proporcionarán refrigerios y almuerzo. \n \n registrarse URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/introduccion-a-finanzas-y-contabilidad-para-contratistas-espanol/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240316T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240316T170000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240129T200007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T200117Z UID:292046-1710579600-1710608400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Gestión de Costos del Proyecto para Viabilidad Financiera (ESPAÑOL) DESCRIPTION:Este curso se impartirá en español. Está diseñado para empleados gerenciales interesados en aprender formas de gestionar estratégicamente los costos del proyecto. Esta experiencia de interesante aprendizaje y de apoyo está guiada por el conocimiento y las experiencias de usted y sus compañeros participantes. \nAl finalizar este entrenamiento de 8 horas\, usted podrá: \n\nConsiderar factores claves para estimaciones y ofertas precisas\nDefinir formas de evaluar y gestionar el riesgo\nIncorporar consideraciones de nóminas certificadas\nRealizar consideraciones de costos apropiadas para contratos y documentos de diseño\nEvaluar cómo la solicitud de pago\, el cronograma de valores y las órdenes de cambio afectan la viabilidad financiera de un proyecto\nResumir los derechos de los contratistas con respecto a exenciones de gravámenes\nUtilizar estrategias de planificación empresarial y programación para desarrollar un pronóstico comercial\n\nEste es uno de una serie de cursos presentados a través de una Subvención de Avance de Habilidades de Colorado presentada por la NoCo Construction Partnership\, la Ciudad de Fort Collins y la Ciudad de Loveland. Todas las clases serán impartidas en nuestro campus de Westminster por un instructor presencial y experimentado. Se proporcionarán refrigerios y almuerzo. \n \n registrarse URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/gestion-de-costos-del-proyecto-para-viabilidad-financiera-espanol/ LOCATION:Front Range Community College\, 3645 W 112th Ave\, Westminster\, CO\, 80031\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240319T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240319T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240116T195655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T195808Z UID:291966-1710860400-1710874800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Managing Construction Project Costs for Financial Viability DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n \nThis course is designed for management employees interested in learning ways to strategically manage project costs. This engaging and supportive learning experience is guided by the knowledge and experiences of you and your fellow participants. By the end of this 8-hour training\, you will be able to: \n\nConsider key factors for accurate estimating and bidding\,\nDefine ways to assess and manage risk\,\nIncorporate certified payroll considerations\,\nMake appropriate cost considerations for contracts and design documents\,\nAssess how application for payment\, schedule of value\, and change orders impact the financial viability of a project\,\nSummarize contractors’ rights with respect to lien waivers\,\nUse business planning and scheduling strategies to develop a business forecast. \n\nPart 2 of this course is March 21 from 3-7 pm. \nThis is one of a series of courses presented through a Colorado Skill Advance Grant submitted by the NoCo Construction Partnership\, City of Fort Collins and City of Loveland. All courses will be taught by an experienced instructor through Live Remote – so you can attend in the comfort of your home or office. \n\n John Benjamin \n Front Range Community College \nJohn Benjamin has delivered training to a variety of companies and organizations in finance\, project management\, operations\, successful leadership\, crucial data decision making\, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition to professor\, trainer and international business coach – John spent several years as a project manager for both Woodward and GE\, where John’s projects ranged from small hydropower plants to large gas turbine power plants. John has 30 years of experience leading teams as a project manager\, sales manager\, Global Product Manager\, International General Manager\, International Field Engineer and US Navy Nuclear Submariner. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/managing-construction-project-costs-for-financial-viability/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240423T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240423T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240116T195859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T195950Z UID:291971-1713884400-1713898800@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Contracts and Subcontracts: A Guide to Reviewing\, Negotiating\, and Communicating DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n \nThis course is designed for management employees interested in learning ways to strategically manage project costs. This engaging and supportive learning experience is guided by the knowledge and experiences of you and your fellow participants. By the end of this 8-hour training\, you will be able to: \n\nDescribe the basics of contract language\,\nRecall key considerations of subcontracts\,\nDiscuss how to negotiate a subcontract\,\nIdentify tactics to ensure effective communication of contract details. \n\nPart 2 of this course is April 25 from 3-7 pm. \nThis is one of a series of courses presented through a Colorado Skill Advance Grant submitted by the NoCo Construction Partnership\, City of Fort Collins and City of Loveland. All courses will be taught by an experienced instructor through Live Remote – so you can attend in the comfort of your home or office. \n\n John Benjamin \n Front Range Community College \nJohn Benjamin has delivered training to a variety of companies and organizations in finance\, project management\, operations\, successful leadership\, crucial data decision making\, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition to professor\, trainer and international business coach – John spent several years as a project manager for both Woodward and GE\, where John’s projects ranged from small hydropower plants to large gas turbine power plants. John has 30 years of experience leading teams as a project manager\, sales manager\, Global Product Manager\, International General Manager\, International Field Engineer and US Navy Nuclear Submariner. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/contracts-and-subcontracts-a-guide-to-reviewing-negotiating-and-communicating/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240514T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240514T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240116T200040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T183530Z UID:291976-1715698800-1715713200@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Bonding\, Certifications and Government Contracts DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n \nThis course is designed for management employees interested in learning ways to strategically manage project costs\, with a focus on bonding\, certifications and government contracts. This engaging and supportive learning experience is guided by the knowledge and experiences of you and your fellow participants. By the end of this 8-hour training\, you will be able to: \n\nExplain how systems for work codes relate to winning government contracts\,\nJustify why businesses should pursue commonly recognized industry certifications\,\nList ways in which one can build effective networks in the construction industry\,\nExamine the rationale and options for bonding\,\nSynthesize how communication and documentation contribute to the success of a construction business\,\nDescribe how a construction business might develop its workforce\, particularly with interns. \n\nPart 2 of this course is May 16 from 3-7 pm. \nThis is one of a series of courses presented through a Colorado Skill Advance Grant submitted by the NoCo Construction Partnership\, City of Fort Collins and City of Loveland. All courses will be taught by an experienced instructor through Live Remote – so you can attend in the comfort of your home or office. \n\n John Benjamin \n Front Range Community College \nJohn Benjamin has delivered training to a variety of companies and organizations in finance\, project management\, operations\, successful leadership\, crucial data decision making\, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition to professor\, trainer and international business coach – John spent several years as a project manager for both Woodward and GE\, where John’s projects ranged from small hydropower plants to large gas turbine power plants. John has 30 years of experience leading teams as a project manager\, sales manager\, Global Product Manager\, International General Manager\, International Field Engineer and US Navy Nuclear Submariner. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/bonding-certifications-and-government-contracts/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240611T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240611T190000 DTSTAMP:20260929T031104 CREATED:20240116T200233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T135031Z UID:291981-1718118000-1718132400@coloradocontractoracademy.org SUMMARY:Effective Project Management for Contractors DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for employees beginning their management careers and those considering a transition into managerial responsibilities. This engaging and supportive learning experience is guided by the knowledge and experiences of you and your fellow participants. \nBy the end of this 8-hour training\, you will be able to: \n\nConsider various factors related to contract terms and conditions that impact managing a construction project.\nExplain how planning and scheduling impacts building the estimate of cost for the project.\nRelate the importance of plans and specifications to managing a construction project.\nDefine and describe submittals.\nReport on the relationship of quality assurance and quality control to the successful completion of construction projects.\nDescribe the role of documentation in managing construction projects.\nExplain how schedule tracking fits into the responsibilities of a project manager.\nDescribe how data is collected to evaluate financial aspects of a construction project.\nOutline the elements of closing out a project.\n\nPart 2 of this course is June 13 from 3-7 pm. \nThis is one of a series of courses presented through a Colorado Skill Advance Grant submitted by the NoCo Construction Partnership\, City of Fort Collins and City of Loveland. All courses will be taught by an experienced instructor through Live Remote – so you can attend in the comfort of your home or office. \n\nREGISTER NOW\n \nJohn Benjamin\nFront Range Community College \nJohn Benjamin has delivered training to a variety of companies and organizations in finance\, project management\, operations\, successful leadership\, crucial data decision making\, critical thinking and problem solving. In addition to professor\, trainer and international business coach – John spent several years as a project manager for both Woodward and GE\, where John’s projects ranged from small hydropower plants to large gas turbine power plants. John has 30 years of experience leading teams as a project manager\, sales manager\, Global Product Manager\, International General Manager\, International Field Engineer and US Navy Nuclear Submariner. URL:https://coloradocontractoracademy.org/event/effective-project-management/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Courses END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR