9th Annual Best Practices Workshop - Scottsdale - June 2021

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At our 2-day Best Practices Roundtable Workshop, we are going to have a diverse group of knowledgeable and experienced construction audit and cost control expert presenters. Each presenter will briefly share their most relevant recent experiences, lessons learned and recommendations that will provide key take-aways and follow with Q&A session. If you are ready to get out and travel again for an “in-person only” conference style event, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss!

Earn 16 CPE Credits  -  Course Level:  Intermediate

Who Will Benefit from this Program

• Construction Audit Consultants

• Internal Audit Professionals

• CFO's

• Cost Engineers

• Attorneys

• Construction and Engineering Department Representatives

• Facilities Management Department Representatives

• Procurement Department Representatives

 

Learning Objectives

Participants Will:

• Learn the latest best practices in use for construction audit and cost control

• Obtain an update on the trends in tools and techniques used for construction audit and cost control

• Explore specific case example results of current best practice construction audits

• Have ample time to learn during question and answer sessions at the conclusion of each presentation

 

Presenters

[Click Presenter's Name for Photo & Bio.  We will be adding more presenters, check back for more information.]

1. Vince Chapman - Managing Principal - HPM Program Management

2. Marc Gravely - Attorney - Gravely Attorneys & Counselors

3. Marvin Johnson - Senior Member - Construction Management Partners, LLC

4. Patrick McGowan - Senior Director, Global Compliance Monitoring & Auditing - Fortive Inc.

5. Jake Ortego - Founder and Primary Partner - JA Cost Engineers and Advisors, Inc.

6. Patrick Reiser - Senior Cost Consultant - Axias, Inc.

7. Adam Rouse - Director - BDO USA, LLP

8. Gregory Smith - Construction Counsel - Smith, Gambrell & Russell

9. Stephen Strohman - Supervisor, Advisory Services - Brown Smith Wallace LLC

10. Debbie Townsend - President - R. L. Townsend & Associates, LLC

11. Rich Townsend - President - The Construction Audit & Cost Control Institute, Inc.

12. John Wisz - Principal - Wiszco, LLC

 

Informal Networking Opportunities Included

• Breakfast will be provided each morning of the seminar

• Mid-Morning and Mid-Afternoon refreshment breaks

• Lunch will be provided for the group both days of the Workshop

• Networking Reception Monday 4:45 - 6:15 pm

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Reviews from Previous "Best Practice Roundtable Workshop" Participants

When asked what they liked best about the Workshop:

"Experienced presenters added personal experiences, which was great."

"I learned a lot of different information from a variety of excellent consultants."

"I liked the panel of speakers and their various stories of auditing the Owner's projects.  Each story was unique and highlighted a problem and explained a resolution."

"The new format was an excellent opportunity to share experiences with peers."

"The revised format with case studies kept the sessions moving, interesting, with practical applications for our practice.  Great participation from those attending."

"Participation encouraged variety of skills at the table. Overall a great learning experience."

"Really enjoyed the real life examples and discussions about how to apply in your own job."

"Interaction with construction contract compliance experts."

"You seem to always have speakers with current pulse of industry."

"Very knowledgeable presenters. Excellent Workshop overall."

"Liked the interactive discussions about current trends."

"I enjoyed the presentations immensely.  Each presenter added value and a different point of view.  I felt that I picked up many issues to look for."

"Instructors are very interactive and provide/share great examples for every topic."

 

Program Fee 

Regular Registration Fee = $1,295
Register now to secure your seat. Pay now or pay later, if you prefer.

Program fee includes instruction, all program materials, first evening reception, breakfast and lunch each day and refreshment breaks.

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Program Schedule

Monday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Monday:  4:45 pm - 6:15 pm  -  Reception

Tuesday: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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CPE

Construction Audit & Cost Control Institute (CAACCI) is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA), as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website:  www.nasbaregistry.org

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Accommodations

JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort

Venue

JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
Salons 1, 2, 3 - Paradise Ballroom
5402 East Lincoln Drive
Scottsdale, Arizona  85253
 

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