Georgia Chapter
Welcome to COAA-GA
LEADERSHIP TEAM
PRESIDENT - Melanie Ford, University of Georgia
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT - vacant
MEMBERSHIP - Eric Downey, Terracon
NEWSLETTER & KNOWLEDGE - Wes Berry, Wes Berry Construction Consulting
SOCIAL MEDIA & MARKETING/COMMUNICATIONS - Stacey Chapman, Croft & Associates; Yuanivel Otero, BDR Partners
SPONSORSHIP - Crystal Carter, Whiting-Turner
COAA-CARES - Jay Jenkins, vhb
Seeking news, networking opportunities, and workshops with the latest industry issues? Contact the COAA-Georgia Chapter with your fresh ideas, to update your contact information, to join the leadership committee, or just stay connected for all the latest chapter happenings.
Got ideas for content, venue, or project tour? We'd love to hear from you!
Upcoming Events
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Join COAA-GA Chapter for our Spring Forum at the stunning Berry College! This full-day event will feature insightful presentations from Whiting-Turner, and SmithGroup, as well as an exclusive tour and presentation by Cooper Carry and Brasfield & Gorrie. Engaging Industry Presentations | Exclusive Project Tour | Lunch Provided "All attendees of the Project Tour are required to bring and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, and closed-toe shoes. Safety is our top priority, and compliance with PPE requirements ensures a secure and productive tour experience." Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and explore! Register now to secure your spot! Register Now |
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VOLUNTEER-AUTHORED CONTENT
COAA members and/or sponsors of the COAA-GA chapter have some things on their mind and offer those thoughts here as an aid to Owners and other project stakeholders. Enjoy!
The Good Owner ... Better Budgeting
by: Jere Smith | Director of Capital Improvements
Atlanta Public Schools
What'll Ya Have ... Cost, Quality, Schedule
by: Jere Smith | Director of Capital Improvements
Atlanta Public Schools
The Good Owner ... Management vs. Leadership
by: Jere Smith | Director of Capital Improvements
Atlanta Public Schools
Attracting and Retaining Employees in Today's Job Market
by: Wes Berry | Executive Project Manager
GSCIC
Close Me Out ... I'm Done
by: Melanie J. Ford | Director of Construction
University of Georgia
THE GOOD OWNER ... Be Prepared for Changes
by: Jere Smith | Director of Capital Improvements
Atlanta Public Schools
COAA-GA Summer Workshop Recap & Review
by: Wes Berry | Executive Project Manager
GSCIC
Small Projects via Delivery Order Contracts
by: Jere Smith | Director of Capital Improvements
Atlanta Public Schools
The Complexities of Small Projects
by: Wes Berry | Senior Project Manager
GSFIC (Georgia State Financing & Investment Commission)
Lessons Learned ... and Learned Again
by: Melanie Jattuso Ford | Director of Construction
University of Georgia
VRF HVAC System in Schools
by: Jason Peck | Field Sales Executive and Business Developer
Daikin Applied Georgia
Howard Middle School Building Stands Ready for Its Second Century
by: Jere Smith | Director of Capital Improvements
Atlanta Public Schools
Leading Project Teams in Unprecedented Times
by: Wes Berry, PMP, LEED AP | Senior Project Manager
GSFIC (Georgia State Financing & Investment Commission)