b'AWARDS & RECOGNITIONSEXCELLENCE INCONSTRUCTION UNIFIED MISSION STATEMENT ACADEMICSThe mission of the ABC Commercial Construction The Prep Academy is a two-year program designed Excellence in Construction BEAM CLUB AwardPrep Academy is to develop skilled and employablespecifically for the hands-on learner and incorporates ABC Indiana/Kentucky Chapters Excellence inIn July 1966, the ABC National Board of Directorsindividuals and serve as an effective pipeline tovarious industry recognized credentials that help Construction program honors the finest meritestablished an exclusive club to recognize and rewardaligned summer internships, employment, and ABCfacilitate students entry into the construction trades.construction projects in the region. Projects arethose ABC members who promote and grow theapprenticeship opportunities leading to essential evaluated by a panel of judges representing a cross- association by recruiting new members. careers in the construction trades.section of construction industry experts, includingThis group is known as the Beam Club, emblematicWhy ABC Constructionowners, architects, engineers and industry leaders.of the final structural beam erected as a building topsVISION Prep Academy?All award winners are recognized at the Excellenceout. The Beam Club is a time-honored tradition and aThe ABC Prep Academy vision is to see all high school in Construction Awards Ceremony each year. sign of both achievement and motivation to others tostudents graduate from our program as a prepared,ABC meets the unique needs of high school Craft Instructor of the Year similarly aid the growth of the merit shop through ABC.diverse community of learners with access to a career studentsThe success of Beam Club members has made ABCin the skilled trades as a Craft Professional. ABC provides an opportunity for students to ABC Indiana/Kentucky presents this award to anthe largest association of merit shop contractors in thePURPOSE & CORE VALUESexperience the trades first handeducator who possesses outstanding creativity,United States. ABC is strongly committed to developing a positive attitude and the ability to transferABCs Prep Academy seeks to instill the values of merit,each student in preparing them for a career in knowledge through communications skills andJames W. Rabold Award of performance, and integrity in all students. These values constructioninnovative teaching that promotes lifelong learningSafety Excellencegive students a strong foundation upon which to beginABCs Prep Academy is another first choice for to the future construction workforce. This award honors the exemplary safety professionalstheir post-secondary education as craft professionals. students who enjoy hands-on learningemployed by ABC Members.This award is given to a representative from each council who embodies the safety principles valued by ABC and to those who take the extra step to ensure all craft professionals returnLOCATIONS Ft. Wayne Satellite Campushome safely each night. 750 W. 26th St. (Door 7C) Accredited Quality Contractor S. Douglas Trolson Image Award: Marion, IN 46953The Accredited Quality Contractor Program publiclyModel MemberFt. Wayne Main Campusrecognizes and honors those construction firms whichThis award is given to an outstanding ABC member have documented their commitment in five key areas offor their involvement and support of ABC, for4201 Parnell Ave.Lebanon Campuscorporate responsibility: their commitment to the merit shop, and for theirFort Wayne, IN 46805Quality involvement in the industry as a whole. 1220 Indianapolis Ave. Health & Safety Lebanon, IN 46052Talent Management S. Douglas Trolson Image Award:Craft and Management Education Member Participation AwardCarroll CampusCommunity Relations This award is given to the Award of excellence2362 State Rd. 18Prosser Career Education Centerrecipient who used the most ABC member companiesFlora, IN 46929 4202 Charlestown Rd. Contractors must achieve STEP Health and Safetyto complete their winning project. New Albany, IN 47150Management SystemGold, Platinum or Diamond Levels and have been in business for a minimum of three years. Top PerformersCraft Professional of the Year ABCs Top Performers listsABC ConstructionCONTACT ABC Indiana/Kentucky presents the annual Craftrecognize ABC memberPrep Academy Gabe Galvan | DirectorProfessional of the Year award to a construction craftcontractors achievements inABC Construction Prep Academyprofessional who excels in his or her field, while alsohealth and safety, qualityand11837 Technology Lane765.661.5828 | [email protected] a commitment to safety, educationproject excellence rankedFishers, IN 46038by work hours, with specialRobert Kneberg | Community Outreach and the merit shop philosophy. This individualdesignations identified.317.914.0171|[email protected] dedication to training our future construction professionals. Visit: www.abc.org/TopPerformers10 abcindianakentucky.org'