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Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: September 18, 2015
ASM to hold full slate of fall events
Boston, MA The extended summer we’ve been enjoying hasn’t put a dent in ASM’s robust calendar of events for this fall! While you can find a listing below, the educational seminars will educate audiences on important topics such as technology and insurance, while our networking events will connect subcontractors with the new leadership team at DCAMM, and to other subcontractors.
And of course, we’re gearing up for our Biennial Dinner Gala at the Museum of Science, where subcontractors of all stripes celebrate their recent achievements, enjoy the best in food and drink, and recognize Massachusetts House speaker Robert DeLeo for his efforts during the fight to secure 5% retainage during last year’s legislative sessions.
Sept. 29 - 2:00 - 4:00 PM What’s New at DCAMM Westin Hotel, Waltham
Sept. 30 - 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Safety Roundtable Eastern Insurance, Natick
Oct. 7 - 4:00 to 7:30 PM Techtoberfest 2015: Panel, software demonstrations and exhibits on construction technology trends Embassy Suites, Waltham
Oct. 29 - 6:00 – 9:00 PM ASM Biennial Dinner & Elections Museum of Science, Boston
Nov. 19 - 8:00 – 10:00 AM Seminar: Specialty Insurance Demystified Location to be determined
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