The 9th Annual Legislative Breakfast Takes Place This Friday

Meet and greet Michigan legislators and take part in a panel discussion on hot topics affecting the construction industry, such as the Earned Sick Time Act, prompt pay, workforce development, and more. 

Taking place this year at the Somerset Inn in Troy, attendees will receive updates on key legislative initiatives for 2024 and 2025, gain insights into the political climate in Lansing over the past year, and have the chance to submit questions directly to state legislators. Sponsorships are available.

Understanding Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act

Michigan’s new Paid Sick Leave law, set to take effect on February 21, 2025, brings significant changes for employers and employees statewide. Under the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA), all Michigan-based workers—including part-time, seasonal, and gig employees—will now accrue one hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 72 hours per year. This law applies to all businesses, regardless of size, and introduces broader coverage compared to the previous law. John I. Tesija, Esq. and Paul Catenacci, Esq. from Novara Tesija Catenacci McDonald & Baas, PLLC created an informative article to help you prepare before the law takes effect.

CAM is hosting two workshops to cover the new Earned Sick Time Act:

Monday, November 4th from 9:00am-11:00am

Thursday, November 21st from 9:00am-11:00am

CAM Training & Education Center's Upcoming Classes

✓ MTI - Part 12 - Scaffolds and Scaffold Platforms

✓ Estimating

✓ OSHA 30-Hour (4-Day)

✓ AIA Contract Forms

✓ First AID, CPR, AED

✓ 3M Fall Protection Competent Person (2-Day)

Shape the Future at the CAM/ASSP Safety Leadership Conference

Roundtable Recap: The "Dos and Don'ts" of Transition Planning

 As part of CAM’s continuing Roundtable Series, a gathering of experienced construction leaders gathered on September 12th for an exclusive discussion focused on the nuances of ownership transition planning. Sponsored by Q5 Experience and moderated by Matt Dery from Financial Architects, Inc., the event featured panelists representing a diverse group of professionals in the areas of business valuation, banking, coaching, and mergers and acquisitions. The discussion also covered the significance of a strong workplace culture in attracting top talent and driving team performance, which ultimately impacts a company's valuation. 

Support Cardiovascular Health at Hard Hats with Heart

Join us for this year's Hard Hats with Heart event on Thursday, October 24th at Elevate at One Campus Martius. This American Heart Association initiative aims to improve cardiovascular health in the Detroit construction industry. Attend, volunteer, donate. Together, we can create safe working environments where we adopt healthy lifestyles to prevent heart disease, where AEDs are on every job site and where our entire workforce is trained in CPR and has the courage to act. Committee co-chairs Steve Lorenzo from Barton Malow and David Krysak from Progressive Companies are calling for our community to invest in heart health!

Claim Your Booth for the 2025 Great Lakes Design EXPO

The 2025 Great Lakes Design and Construction EXPO takes place on February 12th at the Suburban Collection Showplace. We are already accepting booth reservations! Exhibiting at EXPO provides an unparalleled opportunity to network with AEC industry professionals, including contractors, suppliers, and service providers, fostering valuable connections that can lead to new business opportunities.

Our list of exhibitors is growing, each day - thank you to our latest:  Ace Cutting Equipment & Supply, Ann Arbor T-Shirt Co., ATAS International, CTC – Talent Partners, Eastern Engineering, and PowerVac of Michigan

Free Sales Training for 2025 GLDC Exhibitors

Make the most of your EXPO investment with expert advice from Matt Stephens, an award-winning Sandler associate known for his success in sales training and coaching. In this December 3rd session, you'll discover strategies to attract qualified prospects, engage booth visitors effectively, and avoid common pitfalls like wasted leads and disinterested attendees.

Free for EXPO 2025 exhibitors.

MiCareerQuest 2024: Shaping the Future Workforce

On November 19, 2024, the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi will transform into a hub of career exploration for up to 7,000 high school students. MiCareerQuest Southeast offers a dynamic platform for employers to demonstrate in-demand jobs through interactive exhibits spanning 400,000 square feet. This event, now in its fourth year, relies on sponsor support and exhibitor participation to bridge the gap between education and industry, fostering a talent pipeline for the region's future.

Join MIOSHA for Coffee + Conversation on Workplace Safety

Coffee with MIOSHA events provide an informal opportunity to meet with MIOSHA representatives to ask questions, obtain information on program services and resources, learn about MIOSHA Training Institute opportunities and establish rapport. Taking place at CAM on Tuesday, November 19th, this free event offers CAM members a chance to network with safety professionals, learn about MIOSHA’s strategic plan, explore frequently cited violations, and get your questions answered.

Building Connections Networking Event

Grosse Pointe War Memorial | September 19th

CAM Young Professionals

Michigan Central Station Tour | October 3rd