Associated Builders & Contractors Delaware is a member-driven organization. Members donate their time and expertise to serve on standing and special event committees, helping other members get the most from their membership.
The following is a list of ABC Committees and normal meeting times. Special event committees meet on an as needed basis before the event. ABC members are invited to join committees. Contact the ABC Delaware staff member listed under each committee for more information.
ABCares
Members make a difference in the community by giving time and effort to have a positive impact on the quality of life in the First State
Second Wednesday at 8:30 a.m.
Wheeler, Wolfenden & Dwares
jharrison@wwd-cpa.com
Co-Chair: Alexis Papa,
GFP Cement Contractors
alexis.papa@gfpcement.com
jtoman@abcdelaware.com
Careers in Construction
Promote construction as a career with the development and implementation of programs with the high schools and middle schools.
Fourth Tuesday at 11:30 a.m.
Seiberlich Trane Energy Services
jimmy.strusowski@seiberlich.com
Co-Chair: Tom Lupinski,
M. Davis and Sons
tom.lupinski@mdavisinc.com
jtoman@abcdelaware.com
Craft Championship
To help promote and coordinate ABC Craft Championship event that showcases 2nd, 3rd and 4th year apprentices with the winners going to ABC’s national event.
Third Tuesday at 2:30 p.m
jtoman@abcdelaware.com
Events
Oversee events and programs throughout the year including ABC Showcase, Student Awards Dinner, Crab Feast, Summer Golf Outing, and the Annual ABC Delaware Awards Dinner
First Tuesday at11:30 a.m
Assurance Media
mlaird@assurancemedia.net
Co-Chair: Bob Roth,
Colonial Life Benefit Services
Bob.roth@colonialdemd.com
Co- Chair: Ronnie Denson,
Equipment Share
ronnie.denson@equipmentshare.com
jtoman@abcdelaware.com
Heavy/Civil
Working “with” DelDOT to coordinate work in their rights -of-way and make a list of challenges to address with DelDOT or others.
aweant@ur.com
jcohan@abcdelaware.com
Legislative & Legal Rights
Advance the interests of all members by monitoring area labor relations cases and union activities while representing the interests of Merit Shop contractors and their employees in the policy making process of the government.
Fourth Thursday at 8:30 a.m.
jdisabatino@disabatino.com
Co- Chair: Mark Grunza, Wohlsen Construction Company
mgrunza@wohlsen.com
jcohan@abcdelaware.com
Membership Growth & Development
Assist ABC staff in recruiting quality oriented firms that develop programs for new member involvement and satisfaction.
Third Thursday at 9:00 a.m.
slex@pettinaro.com
Co- Chair: Cole VanderWerf (NC) Creative Financialcvanderwerf@1creative.com
Co- Chair: Larry Cassidy (Kent/Sussex), Tri-Supply & Equipmentlawrence.cassityJr@whitecap.com
drizzo@abcdelaware.com
Rebecca Snyder
rsnyder@abcdelaware.com
Residential
nwalter@nvrinc.com
Co- Chair: Jon Horner,
Schell Brothers LLC
jon.horner@schellbrothers.com
rsnyder@abcdelaware.com
Safety Health & Wellness
Be responsive to ABC members by providing training, information and notification of changing federal, state and local laws.
Third Wednesday of the Month at 12 noon
nmancini@eastern-industrial.com
Co- Chair: Ricky Milewski,
Master Interiors, Inc
rickym@masterinteriors.com
jtoman@abcdelaware.com
Young Professionals
The Young Professionals Committee will promote networking and relationships within the construction industry and ABC through a series of social events, industry activities and opportunities that will develop the next generation of construction executives.
First Thursday at 12 noon
Adam Greback, MySherpa
agreback@mysherpa.com
K.S Chair: Shaquille Turner, Willow Construction
sturner@willowconstruction.com
jtoman@abcdelaware.com
Women in Construction
To provide an opportunity for women in our membership to network, exchange ideas, address challenges, and create a supportive community
Second Thursday of the Month at 12 noon
sallie_conner@schneidertrailer.com
Co- Chair: Elaine Buonopane, M. Davis & Sons
elaine.buonopane@mdavisinc.com
jtoman@abcdelaware.com
Work Force Excellence
Co-chair: Christina MacMillan,
M.Davis