{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Inside ABC FL Gulf Coast's Biggest Year Ever \u2013 and How It Impacts You in 2025","description":"Welcome to the first 2025 edition of Blueprints & Banter podcast! In this episode, Steve Cona (President & CEO) and David Tercios (Immediate Past Chair) reflect on a record-breaking year for ABC Florida Gulf Coast and look ahead to what\u2019s in store for the construction industry in 2025. With the chapter reaching its highest-ever membership, 2024 was a year of growth, networking, and advocacy. From major legislative victories and legal wins to key workforce initiatives and contractor training programs, ABC continued to shape the future of construction in Florida. The conversation covers the impact of ABC\u2019s advocacy at the state and national levels, including its role in policy changes that directly affect contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. Steve and David also discuss how ABC\u2019s engagement in Tallahassee and Washington, D.C. will play a crucial role in ensuring a strong business environment for the industry. With a full calendar of events ahead\u2014including the Excellence in Construction Awards and the 75th anniversary of ABC National\u2014this year promises even more opportunities for members to connect, grow, and influence the future of the industry. Tune in to hear how ABC is making a difference, what\u2019s changing in 2025, and how members can take full advantage of everything the chapter has to offer. \ud83d\udccd Website: www.abcflgulf.org \ud83c\udfa7 Listen now to get the inside scoop on the wins, the challenges, and what\u2019s ahead for Florida\u2019s construction industry in 2025. ","author_name":"Blueprints & Banter","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/509958","html":"