The organization: The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national leadership association for the construction industry which actively promotes cooperative labor relations and a healthy, competitive
What she’ll do: “As chairperson for the Florida First Coast Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors, I work with the president and staff as well as the Volunteer Board to lead the organization.
How was she selected/elected?: The chairperson is selected by the board of directors and confirmed by vote of the membership. The chairperson serves as first vice chair in the year prior to serving as chairperson.
When are meetings and what happens during them?: “Our monthly board and membership meetings are held on the fourth Friday of each month at San Jose Country Club and feature a topical speaker with presentations relating to legislative affairs and the construction industry.”
Her business: Stevens is the sales, vice president for Brown & Brown Insurance. She has been with the company for 23 years.
Her goals for 2008 as president: “To strengthen the education and safety programs offered to our members, the selection and endorsement of effective political candidates, and assisting members in growing and enhancing their business relationships.”
What does ABC offer its members: A legislative voice, workforce development, safety and training programs, an “online contractor and sub-contractor search directory,” and recognition through awards programs such as Excellence in Construction on a local and national level.
The organization’s impact on the industry: ABC is the foremost construction trade association in the U.S. serving 23,000 member companies through 78 chapters.