Construction Writers Association 2010 Annual Conference to Explore "Embracing the New Normal" October 25-26 in Chicago
March, 2010
Chicago, IL – The Construction Writers Association (CWA), an international organization for journalists, writers, editors, and public relations professionals serving the information needs of the construction industry, will hold its 2010 Annual Conference in Chicago on October 25 and 26.
The conference will explore “Embracing the New Normal” and feature presentations on key issues affecting the construction industry, discussions on social media, significant building construction, multiple editors roundtables on hot topics, and a tour of Chicago’s new $1 billion Children’s Memorial Hospital scheduled for completion in 2011.
Distinguished guest speakers will include:
- Keynote Speaker -: Nate Clark, Construction and Forestry director of public affairs, John Deere Power Systems: Federal Economic and Environmental Policy Update
- Toby Mack, President and CEO, Associated Equipment Distributors: Transportation and Highway Bill Outlook
- Ed Sullivan, Chief Economist, Portland Cement Association: Construction Outlook
The conference will also includes a a session on top some of the industry’s most complex construction projects involving national and international projects such asincluding an in-depth look at: “Revivinge Wacker Drive,” the reconstruction of Chicago’s historic double-decker roadway.,
“This year’s CWA conference program is set to be the strongest yet, with top industry guest speakers and journalists gathering for two days to exchange information, ideas, and form new relationships. There is no other conference in the industry where journalists, writers, public relations, and marketing communications professionals can come together to discuss common issues, challenges, and opportunities,” said Don Marsh, editor, Concrete Products, Penton Media, and 2010 CWA conference chair.
The conference will will also includes a Grand Awards Dinner honoring this year’s Silver Hard Hat, Hall of Fame, Journalism, Photography, Marketing Communications, Website and Electronic Communications, and Build a Future Scholarship award winners. The Grand Awards Dinner and conference will be held at the Hilton Suites just steps from Chicago’s famed Magnificent Mile.
For more information about “Embracing the New Normal,” contact us CWA at info@constructionwriters.org or call 773-687-8726.
Construction Writers Association (www.constructionwriters.org), founded in 1958, is a non-profit, non-partisan, international organization for journalism, photography, and communications professionals serving the information needs of the construction industry. By providing opportunities for networking, education, and recognition, CWA helps foster a strong community--and improves the quality of construction writing. Join us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
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Deborah J. Hodges
Executive Director
P.O. Box 14784
Chicago, Illinois 60614
Telephone 773 687-8726
Fax 773 687-8627
info@constructionwriters.org