CBIZ California Construction Summit
Overview
The CBIZ Construction Summit, presented with ABC SoCal, is dedicated to updating construction contractors, finance and accounting professionals on the economic state of the construction industry. This complimentary event draws construction contractors and other service providers from across the region. This complimentary event draws construction contractors and other service providers from across California.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Anirban Basu, Chief Economist, CBIZ, ABC & CFMA
Presented with:

Agenda
Check In & Networking
Welcome Remarks
Warren Hennagin, West Coast Construction Industry Leader, CBIZ
Keynote: Monetary Masala
Anirban Basu, Chief Construction Economist – CBIZ
Break
CFO PANEL + Q&A
Moderator
Erik Dickerson, Regional Vice President, American Business Bank
Panelists
John Ambrose, Chief Financial Officer, Advanced Framing Structures
Eric Frid, Chief Financial Officer, Security Paving Company, Inc.
Stay Tuned – Additional Panelists to be Announced!
Networking & Cocktail Reception
Speakers
Keynote Speaker

Anirban Basu MPP, MA, JD, Ph.D.
Anirban Basu is Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., an economic and policy consulting firm headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland with an office in Orlando, Florida. The firm provides strategic analytical services to energy suppliers, law firms, medical systems, government agencies, and real estate developers among others.
Anirban Basu MPP, MA, JD, Ph.D.
Anirban Basu is Chairman & CEO of Sage Policy Group, Inc., an economic and policy consulting firm headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland with an office in Orlando, Florida. The firm provides strategic analytical services to energy suppliers, law firms, medical systems, government agencies, and real estate developers among others.
In 2014, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan appointed him Chair of the Maryland Economic Development Commission (2014-2021). He serves as Chairman of the Baltimore County Economic Advisory Committee. He also serves the chief economist function for Associated Builders and Contractors, the Construction Financial Management Association, the Modular Building Institute, the Maryland Bankers Association, and several others.
He has taught at several universities, most frequently at the Johns Hopkins University. He currently teaches History of Economic Thought at Goucher College as their Distinguished Economist in Residence.
In 2007, 2016, and 2022, the Daily Record newspaper selected Dr. Basu as one of Maryland’s 50 most influential people. The Baltimore Business Journal named him one of the region’s 20 most powerful business leaders in 2010.
Dr. Basu is currently on the boards of the University of Maryland School of Law, St. Mary’s College, the University of Maryland Medical Center, the University System of Maryland Foundation, the Lyric Opera House and the Archdiocese of Baltimore School System. He is also on Truist Bank’s advisory board.
Dr. Basu earned his B.S. in Foreign Service at Georgetown University. He earned his Master’s in Public Policy from Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government, and his Master’s in Economics from the University of Maryland, College Park. He acquired his Juris Doctor at the University of Maryland School of Law. He completed his doctoral work at UMBC with a concentration in health economics.
Sponsors
Gold Sponsor
Trimble Viewpoint
Trimble construction software solutions, including Trimble Construction One, allow contractors to better manage their projects, processes, and people using simplified, connected workflows. Trimble Construction One is transforming how the construction industry works by connecting the field with the back office including finance and HR, project management, design, and estimating.
Silver Sponsor
Miter
Miter is a modern workforce management platform for construction, helping contractors build strong teams. Contractors of all sizes use Miter’s cloud-based software to streamline employee onboarding, time-tracking, payroll, reporting, expense management, and benefits administration, all in one place.
Bronze Sponsor
American Business Bank
Inspired by the philosophy that a Bank could be more than the sum of its siloed parts, our founders set out to build a new kind of Bank; one that worked as a singular entity, acting as a complete banker on behalf of its clients — in 1998 American Business Bank was born. Unlike their mega-corporate counterparts, our founders recognized that middle market companies were in need of bankers that could do more for their business, so ABB took action, fostering long-lasting relationships with businesses across the southland. Today, that genuine interest and passion remains the driving force of our success, and it’s how we continue to build a legacy that quietly influences the way premier Southern California businesses operate and grow for years to come.
Supporting SPonsor
Cavignac
At Cavignac, our vision is a community where every business is protected from risk. We give confidence and clarity to companies like yours by providing knowledge-based risk management solutions and an exceptional client experience. We deliver an exceptional level of service to each and every client. Our team of risk advisors are experts who eat, sleep, and breathe insurance. We donate, volunteer, and collaborate to make our community a better place to live and work. We build lasting client relationships on a level of integrity you simply won’t find anywhere else.
HUB International
HUB International is a leading full-service global insurance broker and financial services firm providing risk management, insurance, employee benefits, retirement and wealth management products and services. With more than 15,000 employees in offices located throughout North America, HUB’s vast network of specialists brings clarity to a changing world with tailored solutions and unrelenting advocacy, so clients are ready for tomorrow.
Sponsorships
To secure your sponsorship or inquire about other sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Paige Dominguez, Senior Marketing Coordinator, CBIZ
[email protected] or 949.236.5672
Keynote Speaker Sponsor $8,000
(1 Available)
- Introduction of Keynote speaker
- Exhibit table at event
- Receipt of attendee list post-conference
- Company logo displayed on all event materials
- Company name or logo prominently displayed on all promotional elements (website, invitation, event tables)
- Full page advertisement in conference book
Gold Sponsor $6,000
- Exhibit table at event
- Receipt of attendee list post-conference
- Company logo displayed on all event materials
- Company name or logo prominently displayed on all promotional elements (website, invitation, event tables)
- Full page advertisement in conference book
Silver Sponsor $5,000
- Exhibit table at event
- Company logo displayed on all event materials
- Company name or logo prominently displayed on all promotional elements (website, invitation, press release)
- Half page advertisement in conference book
Bronze Sponsor $3,000
- Company logo displayed on all event materials
- Company name or logo prominently displayed on all promotional elements (website, invitation, press release)
- Half page advertisement in conference book
Cocktail Sponsor $3,000
(1 Available)
- Company logo displayed at all bars
- Signature drink of choice named after your company
- Recognition as a “Supporting Sponsor” on conference website and on-site program guide
Lanyard Sponsor $3,000
(SOLD)
- Company logo displayed on all attendee lanyards
- Recognition as a “Supporting Sponsor” on conference website and on-site program guide
Reception Sponsor $2,500
- Company logo displayed at the Cocktail Reception
- Recognition as a “Supporting Sponsor” on conference website and on-site program guide
Pen Sponsor $2,000
- Company logo on pen at each seat in main session
- Recognition as a “Supporting Sponsor” on conference website and on-site program guide
Snack Sponsor $2,000
- Company logo displayed near coffee and snack stations before and during the event
- Recognition as a “Supporting Sponsor” on conference website and on-site program guide
Premium Wine Raffle Sponsor $1,000
(2 Available)
- Recognition on promotional materials