Schedule
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14TH
Wednesday’s Arizona Chapter APWA/Arizona Chapter SAVE International Value Methodology Training Sessions cost $25 each which are separate from the APWA Conference registration cost. Proceeds will support Arizona Chapter APWA Scholarships.
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
The ABC’s of the Value Methodology (Agave)
Description: This is a half-day course designed to introduce the value methodology to a wide-range of attendees. We will present the Who, What, Why, Where, When and How of value and its application to innovation and fiscal responsibility. Participants will have a strong understanding of the three-stage process of pre-study, study and post study and truly understand the six-phase job plan and what occurs during each step in the plan. Additionally, we will briefly discuss the need for program development within public works organizations and how to gain support from management and staff.
This class is designed for individuals involved in planning, design and construction projects, including planners, architects, engineers, construction managers, contractors, cost estimators and owners. Learn an extremely valuable process to help you make improvements, seek out innovation and opportunities to projects and programs, and even the way you and your organization does business.
For more information and to register: www.teamrha.com/apwa-training
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
A Deeper Dive into the Value Methodology (Agave)
Description: This is a half-day course designed to take a deeper dive into the value methodology. Participants will have previously participated in the introductory course, “The ABCs of the Value Methodology.” After a quick refresh of value methodology, participants will apply the value methodology on an actual public works project.
This class is designed for individuals involved in planning, design and construction projects, including planners, architects, engineers, construction managers, contractors, cost estimators and owners. Apply an extremely valuable process to help you make improvements, seek out innovation and opportunities to projects and programs, and even the way you and your organization does business.
For more information and to register: www.teamrha.com/apwa-training
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Opening Reception Sponsored by SealMaster (Turquoise Ballroom/Foyer)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15TH
7:30 am – 8:15 am
Exhibit Hall Networking and Breakfast (Turquoise Ballroom/Foyer)
8:15 am – 9:50 am
OPENING SESSION (Presidio Ballroom):
2024 Officer Induction Ceremony
Welcome Remarks - Angel Cobb, Arizona APWA Chapter President
Keynote Speaker - COLLETTE V. SMITH
Presentation Title: Believe N You: Making Tomorrow Better, TODAY
Description: Collette is dedicated to using HERSTORY to assist others in breaking through the barriers that limit them. Collette has proven that if you believe in yourself, you too can defy the odds that are stacked against you and achieve the impossible. Collette's audacious approach motivates individuals to tap into their inner strength to tackle the unthinkable. She is driven by passion, purpose, and the desire to see others win in life.
Bio: Collette V. Smith is the Founder and President of Believe N You, Inc. and the NFL’s 1st African American Female Coach in the History of the National Football League by way of being the 1st Female Coach in NY Jets Franchise History, Coaching the Defensive Backs in 2017 during Training Camp.
Smith is a former Women’s Professional Football Player playing two positions as a Defensive Back and Special Teams on Kick Off, Defensive Backs Coach and was the Director of Marketing, PR, Promotions and Events for the New York Sharks women’s pro football team in two Women’s Professional Football Leagues, the WFA- Women's Football Alliance and the IWFL- Independent Women’s Football League. She didn’t start playing professional football until the age of 42. The Sharks recently won the National Championship in July of 2018 in Atlanta, GA.
Collette today is a social philanthropist and an entrepreneur specializing in motivational speaking engagements and has been invited to speak at Fortune 100 Companies, Corporations and Ivy League Institutions including Columbia University to speak on disparities women in sports face and the empowerment of black youth, girls and women to see their greatness and excellence through adversity.
10:00 am – 10:30 am
Exhibit Hall Networking (Turquoise Ballroom/Foyer)
12:15 pm – 1:30 pm
APWA Awards Luncheon (Presidio Ballroom)
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Networking (Turquoise Ballroom/Foyer)
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Fun Night Sponsored by DCS Contracting - Olympics Theme (Presidio Ballroom)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16TH
7:30 am - 9:00 am
Exhibit Hall Networking, Breakfast, and Vendor Prize Giveaways (Turquoise Ballroom/Foyer)
9:15 am - 10:15 am
CLOSING PRESENTATION (Presidio Ballroom)
Speaker:
10:15 am - 10:30 am
APWA Giveaway Drawings (Presidio Ballroom)
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
AGENCY SHOWCASE (Presidio Ballroom)
Networking with Owners, Project Managers, and Decision Makers
Don’t miss out on exclusive one-on-one time with key staff from various Arizona municipalities.