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400 West River Street
Savannah, GA 31401

2023 Construction Leadership Conference

Tuesday, May 16 - Friday, May 19, 2023

Registration Closed
  • Event Description

    Labor Relations, Regulatory Issues, Safety, Technology

    Attire: Attire for the 2023 TAUC Leadership Conference is resort casual for all meetings and social events, EXCEPT for the Casino Night. This event is sport coat and dress slacks or suit for the gentlemen, and dresses or suits for the ladies. - The average high temperature during May in Savannah, Georgia is 84°F with an average low of 65°F, so please bring the appropriate clothing for outside evening activities. - Summer in the South is the warmest time of year with temperatures reaching the 90s. Pack shorts, sundresses and light, breathable fabrics to beat the heat. Keep your footwear simple with sandals and don't forget the sunscreen! If you plan to spend some time outside, you may want to pack a sunhat.

    The 2023 TAUC Leadership Conference is open to anyone with a vested interest in the enhancement and advancement of union construction.

    Specifically, the 2023 TAUC Leadership Conference is designed to be a premiere networking event for industrial business owners, union contractors and labor representatives.

    The Association of Union Constructors is pleased to present the 2023 TAUC Leadership Conference. The leadership conference will be held May 16-19, 2023 at the JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District, 400 West River Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401.

    TAUC's Leadership Conference brings together all parties of the union construction and maintenance industry, providing the latest information on trends, problem-solving strategies and perspectives to advance our industry. We encourage our members and affiliates to attend this year's conference to take advantage of the numerous educational and networking opportunities.

    As the national trade association for the union construction industry, TAUC strives to create and deliver events that capture the energy of the dynamic union construction market and offer necessary opportunities for union contractors, industrial business owners and union representatives to learn and network with fellow construction professionals. TAUC events are a means of advancing the union construction industry's collective interests in safety and health, labor relations, education, innovation and technology, and work opportunities.

    If you've never attended a TAUC Leadership Conference, you can expect a full roster of high-quality speakers as well as numerous networking opportunities -- gourmet meals, a gala reception and dance, to name just a few. The conference also hosts the James J. Willis Craftsperson of the Year Award, Thomas J. Reynolds Safety Awards, and the new Joseph R. LaRocca Project of the Year Award presentations, three of the industry's most prestigious award programs.

    Please join us in Savannah, Georgia for the 2023 TAUC Leadership Conference!

    TO HOLD YOUR REGISTRATION, YOU MAY PAY THE $500 DEPOSIT BY JUNE 30, 2022 AND BE BILLED LATER FOR THE BALANCE. OR YOU MAY PAY THE FULL REGISTRATION FEE AND BE FULLY PAID.

    REGISTRATION FEES BEFORE MARCH 17, 2023
    The registration deadline is April 21, 2023.

    TAUC Governing Members
    TAUC Local Employer Organizations Members
    TAUC Affiliate Members
    TAUC Regular Members
    $1,645.00

    Non-Members
    $2,545.00

    Spouse/Companion
    $725.00

    Additional Family Member(s)
    (i.e. children 12 to 18 years old)
    $525.00 per child

    REGISTRATION FEES AFTER MARCH 17, 2023
    The registration deadline is April 21, 2023.

    TAUC Governing Members
    TAUC Local Employer Organizations Members
    TAUC Affiliate Members
    TAUC Regular Members
    $1,845.00

    Non-Members
    $2,745.00

    Spouse/Companion
    $725.00

    Additional Family Member(s)
    (i.e. children 12 to 18 years old)
    $525.00 per child

    PROGRAM INCLUDES:

    Tuesday, May 16, 2023
    TAUC Executive Committee Meeting 8:00AM - 12:00PM
    TAUC Lunch 12:00PM - 1:00PM
    TAUC Customer Caucus Meeting 1:00PM - 4:00PM
    TAUC Environmental Health and Safety Committee Meeting 1:00PM - 4:00PM
    TAUC Industrial Relations Committee Meeting 1:00PM - 4:00PM
    TAUC Innovation and Technology Committee Meeting 1:00PM - 4:00PM
    TAUC Local Employer Organizations Meeting 1:00PM - 4:00PM
    Welcome Reception for All TAUC Leadership Conference Attendees 6:00PM - 8:30PM

    Wednesday, May 17, 2023
    Opening Session 8:00AM - 12:00PM
    Association Elections
    Wednesday with Lori 8:45AM
    Thomas J. Reynolds Safety Awards Luncheon 12:00PM - 1:30PM
    TAUC Board of Directors Meeting 1:30PM - 5:00PM

    Thursday, May 18, 2023
    General Session 8:00AM - 12:00PM
    Networking Luncheon 12:00PM - 1:30PM
    Golf Tournament 12:30PM - 5:00PM
    Axe Throwing Activity 1:30PM - 4:30PM
    TAUC Reception 6:30PM - 7:30PM
    TAUC Casino Night 7:30PM - 11:00PM
    Joseph R. LaRocca Project of the Year Award
    James J. Willis Craftperson of the Year Award

    Friday, May 19, 2023
    Farewell Breakfast 7:30AM - 9:30AM

  • Additional Information
    The Association of Union Constructors’ annual Leadership Conference brings together contractors, unions and owner-clients in stunning locales around the country.
  • Events
    • TAUC Executive Committee Meeting - 5/16/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Amethyst I Room Power Plant
    • TAUC Committee Luncheon - 5/16/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside
    • TAUC Customer Caucus - 5/16/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Amethyst II Room Power Plant
    • TAUC Environmental Health and Safety Committee Meeting - 5/16/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Salzburg III Room Atlantic Bldg.
    • TAUC Industrial Relations Committee Meeting - 5/16/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Salzburg I Room Atlantic Bldg.
    • TAUC Innovation and Technology Committee Meeting - 5/16/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Citrine Room Power Plant
    • TAUC Local Employer Organizations (LEO) Meeting - 5/16/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Amethyst I Room Power Plant
    • Welcome Reception, Power Plant Citrine/Amethyst Ballroom
    • Opening Session 5/17/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Salzburg Ballroom Atlantic Bldg.
    • 5/17 8:45 am: Wednesday with Lori, Savannah
      8:45AM Depart JW Marriott Lobby 9:00AM Arrive Spartina 449 for morning mimosas and breakfast Parfaits for a private sip and shop Experience Time Old Town Savannah Trolley: Voted Top Tour - "Best of Savannah" 15 stops-hop on/hop off passes included Time Savannah Lunch By signing up for this event you are also agreeing to the following Waiver: I (we) agree to be responsible for my (our) own welfare and conduct while voluntarily participating in the 2023 TAUC Wednesday with Lori Activity. I (we) agree to hold The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC), its officers, directors, members and staff, harmless from any liability or damages related to my (our) participation in the 2023 TAUC Wednesday with Lori Activity.
    • Thomas J. Reynolds Safety Awards Presentation and Luncheon 5/17/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, District Live Atlantic Bldg.
    • TAUC Board of Directors Meeting 5/17/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Amethyst Ballroom Power Plant
    • General Session - 5/18/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Salzburg Ballroom Atlantic Bldg.
    • 5/18 11:45 am: Golf Tournament, The Club at Savannah Harbor
      The Club at Savannah Harbor is former home to The PGA TOUR’s Champions Tour, Liberty Mutual Insurance Legends of Golf Championship, the course that lies nestled between the banks of the Savannah and Back Rivers of the splendid Georgia Low Country. The serenity of coastal Georgia, with its tidal marshes and abundant wildlife provides the canvas for The Club at Savannah Harbor, an 18-hole masterpiece created and designed by renowned architect Robert Cupp in conjunction with the legendary “Slammin’ Sammy” Snead. The club continues to impress golfers and was recognized in by GOLFWEEK as one of the “Best Courses You Can Play in Georgia”2020! TAUC's Golf Committee has elected to play a scramble format. 1. The entry for the 2023 TAUC Union-Made Golf Tournament is $250.00 per person, which includes green fees, cart fees, refreshments and a boxed lunch. 2. The Golf Committee will assign all foursomes. Since we will be allowed a "shotgun" start at 12:45 pm SHARP, it is extremely important that all participants be at the course no later than 30 minutes prior to tee-off. Players need to check in at the Pro Shop to locate their assigned foursomes. Transportation is provided by the following schedule: 11:45am Motorcoach boards at JW Marriott 12:00pm Motorcoach departs 12:15pm Motorcoach arrives The Club at Savannah Harbor 12:45pm Shotgun start Upon conclusion of game, motorcoach to return all players to JW Marriott. 3. The Club at Savannah Harbor is former home to The PGA TOUR’s Champions Tour, Liberty Mutual Insurance Legends of Golf Championship, the course that lies nestled between the banks of the Savannah and Back Rivers of the splendid Georgia Low Country. The serenity of coastal Georgia, with its tidal marshes and abundant wildlife provides the canvas for The Club at Savannah Harbor, an 18-hole masterpiece created and designed by renowned architect Robert Cupp in conjunction with the legendary “Slammin’ Sammy” Snead. The club continues to impress golfers and was recognized in by GOLFWEEK as one of the “Best Courses You Can Play in Georgia”2020! 4. Prizes will be awarded to members of the winning foursome, 1st and 2nd runner-up foursomes and most honest foursome. In the event of a tie, scorecards will be compared as in match play, starting with a randomly selected hole. Individual prizes will also be awarded for various skills competitions. 5. Rental clubs are available for $65.00 plus tax. Golfers are responsible for their own rental club payments and golf shop merchandise. Golfers must have proper identification on your golf clubs upon hotel check-in. This will help the bell staff to readily locate your clubs. Golfers Dress Code: Slacks or Bermuda length shorts. Shirts with sleeves and collars are required at all times. Dress, skirt and blouse, slacks or shorts. All denim and jeans and /or cut- offs are not permitted for men or women at any time. By signing up for this event you are also agreeing to the following Waiver: I (we) agree to be responsible for my (our) own welfare and conduct while voluntarily participating in the 2023 TAUC Golf Tournament. I (we) agree to hold The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC), its officers, directors, members and staff, harmless from any liability or damages related to my (our) participation in the 2023 TAUC Golf Tournament.
    • Networking Luncheon, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside
    • 5/18 1:30 pm: Axe Throwing Activity - 05/18/23, Blade & Bull Axe Throwing, 107 E. Lathrop Ave., Savannah
      We are pleased to announce our alternative activity available is axe throwing. For this activity please note the following: -Experience includes craft beers, dry snacks and roundtrip transportation -Wear closed toe shoes -Cost is $95 per person Schedule: 1:30PM - 1:45PM Transportation boarding 1:45PM Transportation departs to off-site Axe Throwing 2:00PM - 4:00PM Axe Throwing Activity 4:30PM Approximate arrival back to the JW Marriott By signing up for this event you are also agreeing to the following Waiver: I (we) agree to be responsible for my (our) own welfare and conduct while voluntarily participating in the 2023 TAUC Axe Throwing Activity. I (we) agree to hold The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC), its officers, directors, members and staff, harmless from any liability or damages related to my (our) participation in the 2023 TAUC Axe Throwing Activity.
    • TAUC Reception 5/18/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Salzburg Ballroom/River Landing Atlantic Bldg.
    • TAUC Casino Night Event 5/18/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, Salzburg Ballroom/River Landing Atlantic Bldg.
    • Farewell Breakfast 5/19/23, JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside, The Moon Deck Power Plant
  • Event Includes

    - Registration fees include all scheduled business functions, activities, and meals.
    - A name badge will be issued to all paid registrants and will be your admittance to all business functions.
    - Only members in good standing will be eligible for discounted member rates when registering for the 2023 TAUC Leadership Conference.
    - TAUC membership dues are due by January 31, 2023.
    - The registration deadline is April 14, 2023.
    - LET US KNOW OF ANY FOOD ALLERGIES!

  • Hotel Information

    HOTEL INFORMATION
    JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District is located in the heart of historic Savannah, with countless activities a short walk away. Explore the downtown Savannah shopping district, browse a nearby art gallery, eat along the riverfront at one of the hotel restaurants, or embark on one of the city's various walking tours. Once a power plant, Plant Riverside District represents the beauty of progress. Whether seeking a weekend getaway or a business meeting, the luxury hotel provides a suitable setting with timeless elegance. Three unique buildings are enriched in history, from chic architecture in the Power Plant, to romantic styling in the Three Muses and, opening this year, contemporary maritime details in the Atlantic. Complete your experience with a relaxing massage at the hotel spa, before you enjoy the vibrant nightlife in the entertainment district. There are many things to do in downtown Savannah.

    JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
    400 West River Street
    Savannah, Georgia 31401
    Phone: 912-373-9100
    Website: https://bit.ly/3xWDD5V
    Reservation deadline April 14, 2023
    Reservation Link: https://bit.ly/39sPsYa
    Check-in: 4:00 pm
    Check-out: 11:00 am
    Parking - Valet Daily: $48
    Airport Shuttle: JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District Hotel does NOT provide airport shuttle service.

  • Payment Instructions

    All meeting registration and event fees can be paid online. From the Registration View page, click "Enter Payment" and follow instructions. We accept Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express credit cards.

  • Cancellation Policy

    Registration can be cancelled, and your registration fee refunded in full, if written cancellation is received in The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC) office on or before April 14, 2023. If cancelled after this date you will forfeit your registration fee or as an alternative option you are welcome to send a substitute or replacement.

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