A Letter from the Chair

HOW HAS ABC HELPED YOU IN 2022?

A letter from the 2022 ABC Pelican Chairman

by: josh rounds, performance contractors

This year I was tasked with assisting in the creation of a new strategic plan for the next two years, as the current one is coming to an end this year. Being a part of this process and reviewing all that ABC Pelican has accomplished and continues to do for the Louisiana construction industry has been an incredible experience. The future of the Louisiana construction industry is in good hands because of ABC Pelican and I am extremely proud to be a part of this chapter.

Informing the public of the opportunities a career in construction can provide is something that ABC does best. I am proud to have been a part of the “Build Your Future Days” hosted by the Baton Rouge and Southwest Training Centers in Baton Rouge and Lake Charles this year. More than 800 students attended each of these days, all looking to see what the construction industry has to offer. The success of these events at both ABC Pelican Training Centers was evident when almost 200 students crossed the stage at L’Auberge in June with a certificate of completion in hand, ready to begin their career in the industry. I have no doubt these young men and women are equipped with the right tools and knowledge to continue growing our industry.

ABC also does politics best. I experienced it firsthand, for the first time this year, the impact that ABC Pelican has on the political leaders in our state. When visiting Washington, D.C. for ABC’s Legislative Week we were able to meet with seven of the eight Louisiana Congressional Delegation members at a private luncheon exclusive to ABC members. In a small, intimate setting we were able to ask these members of congress numerous questions with our focus on how they plan to support the construction industry during their time as congressmen and congresswomen. ABC Louisiana represented the industry well and greatly appreciated the congress members attention and assertiveness. If you have not yet attended ABC’s Legislative Week, I highly encourage you to do so in the future.

During my time as chair I have personally seen this chapter consistently and purposefully create and host events that yield great results. From member mixers, to our outdoor events, to leadership development, this chapter is truly dedicated to the growth of our industry.

Finally, I am pleased to announce that we have made significant progress in the creation of a strategic plan for the Pelican Chapter for the next two years. While this chapter is already excellent, there is always room for growth, and we have put great measures in place to ensure we remain the best chapter in the country. I look forward to my last two months serving as your chapter chairman and continuing to be a part of ABC for years to come. See you all at our upcoming events!

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