ABC Florida Gulf Coast

05/29/2026

Today, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay, ABC Florida Gulf Coast Chapter President/CEO Steve C**a III participated in a roundtable discussion with Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Keith E. Sonderling. The roundtable also included BayCare leadership and other regional partners focused on workforce development.

The discussion centered on creating stronger pathways into apprenticeship programs and addressing the skilled labor shortage by connecting individuals to fast-track opportunities for high-paying careers in the construction and healthcare.

05/29/2026

One class. Every corner of the industry.

The NEXGEN Leadership Program brings together general contractors, trade partners, insurance professionals, attorneys, and more - all in the same room, learning together, building real relationships.

Designed to develop the next generation of leaders in commercial construction, it fills the room with every corner of the industry on purpose. That cross-sector perspective is something you can't replicate anywhere else. And it's a big part of why the NEXGEN Leadership Program network is so valuable long after the program ends.

Learn more about the NEXGEN Leadership Program class experience. Applications open through June 30. https://abcflgulf.org/professional-development/nexgen-application/

Featuring Samantha Butler, Senior Project Engineer | The Beck Group

05/27/2026

Day one of the NEXGEN Leadership Program: No titles. No ego.

The first session kicks off with team bonding exercises that put 35 strangers on equal footing. Your title stays at the door. What the people around you get is the person, not the position.

That's intentional. And it works.

▶️ Hear what participants say about that first day - and what it sets up for the rest of the year.
Featuring Ciarra Wilson, Project Engineer | Gaylor Electric

05/26/2026

A warm welcome to our newest ABC Florida Gulf Coast Chapter members! 🎉

We’re excited to have these companies join our growing network of industry leaders committed to building stronger communities and advancing the merit shop philosophy. We look forward to connecting, collaborating, and growing together!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice and dedication will never be forgotten.

05/22/2026

Love this for our region and our contractors!

05/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our President/Chairman Golf Tournament at Plantation Palms! ⛳️

We had a great day on the course filled with networking, friendly competition, and support from our incredible members and sponsors. We appreciate everyone who helped make this event such a success and look forward to seeing you at the next one!

05/22/2026

Start your morning with great connections and important industry updates at our upcoming Sarasota Breakfast! ☕️🏗️

We are excited to welcome Representative Fiona McFarland as our featured speaker as she shares a recap of the recent Legislative Session and discusses key issues impacting Florida’s commercial construction industry.

This event is a great opportunity to network with fellow members and industry professionals while staying informed on the policies and decisions shaping our future.

📅 Tuesday, June 2
⏰ 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
📍 Marina Jack Restaurant

Register Here: https://bit.ly/4dp1vUr

ABC Members: $50
Prospective Members: $75

Grab your seat today and join us for a productive morning in Sarasota. We look forward to seeing you there!

05/19/2026

Our office is currently experiencing an internet outage, which has affected our phone lines.

If you need to reach us, please contact our team via email and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience while this issue is being resolved!

Leadership ABC Florida Gulf Coast In the truest sense of the word, ABC is a member-run association. Members identify issues critical to merit shop construction and work together to find solutions using the resources of one of the largest construction-related groups in the world. The association is g...

05/18/2026

Tonight we kick off our ABC Project Management Institute! Happy to host this highly interactive, rapid-paced course focuses on project management essentials using real and relevant examples and case studies. Participants will obtain the management tools and skills needed for individual success and a positive impact to their organization while gaining a comprehensive understanding of successfully handling all aspects of project management.