Participants at this year’s Tampa conference maximized the opportunity to attend more than 32 educational sessions, learn about new products and services from a record-breaking 51 exhibitors, and network at numerous functions and breaks with peers. The success of this year’s conference was assured by the generous contributions of many sponsoring firms - CMAA wishes to thank each of these loyal organizations.
2006 Conference Theme
CMAA President Bob Fraga, U.S. General Services Administration, introduced the theme of this year’s conference, “Breakthroughs in Project Efficiency” at the CMAA Annual Meeting and Luncheon. “This theme expresses what we, as construction and program managers, must bring to every project we undertake.” He pledged that attendees would work together during the three-day conference to make the goal a reality.
Education Program Delivers
The core of the conference program, 32 breakout sessions presented by 70 industry leaders, focused on issues of broad concern to the industry as well as specialized topics. Attendees participated in sessions with topics from four tracks: Project Management, Professionalism, Legal/Risk and Technology. Hot Topics sessions included USGBC and LEED and issues from Sarbanes/Oxley and others. Seven sessions were specifically designed with owner focus. More>>>
Spotlight on the 2006 Tradeshow
By popular request, expanded Trade Show hours allowed attendees more time to learn about latest bottom-line innovations from industry experts. Networking breaks throughout the exhibit time provided peer-to-peer interface opportunities, and this year’s new Cyber Café was a popular venue. CMAA thanks the exhibitors for their participation in the largest show ever and invites you to visit their websites and learn more about these exhibiting firms.
General Sessions Motivate Attendees
Bruce D’Agostino, CMAA executive director, opened the Breakfast with Keynote Speaker Pat Williams of the NBA’s Orlando Magic. Williams shared his secrets to corporate team building with attendees. At the 2006 Awards Luncheon, James Ely, executive director and CEO of Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise, discussed the value of public-private partnerships and construction management. More>>>
Awards Honor Industry’s Best
The highlight of the conference, the Industry Recognition Reception and Dinner was an evening of shared accomplishments. The Honorable Pam Iorio, Mayor of Tampa, welcomed guests to the festivities. After dinner, CMAA’s highest awards were presented. The Project Achievement Awards recognized a broad spectrum of CM/PM projects and programs. The presentations of the Distinguished Service and Distinguished Owner Awards were made followed by the announcement of new Fellows. The Person of the Year Award was the final honor presented during the evening.
Passing of the Gavel
Incoming President, Randy Larson, P.E., CCM, of PBS&J gave the final address at the awards dinner, outlined his initiatives for the upcoming year and welcomed the 2006-2007 leadership. More>>>
