Georgia Chapter

Welcome to COAA-GA

LEADERSHIP TEAM

PRESIDENT - Melanie Ford, University of Georgia
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT - vacant
MEMBERSHIP - Eric Downey, NOVA
PROGRAMS - Melanie Ford, University of Georgia
NEWSLETTER & KNOWLEDGE - Wes Berry, ORBE Solutions
SOCIAL MEDIA & MARKETING/COMMUNICATIONS - Yuanivel Otero, BDR Partners
SPONSORSHIP - Crystal Carter, Whiting-Turner
BOARD MEMBERS - David Johnson, Auburn University |David Mogge, Gwinnett County Government |David Esterline, CROFT and Associates
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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GEORGIA CHAPTER FALL FORUM

Innovation in Action: Case Studies from the Field

Wednesday, September 17
Columbia County Exhibition Center

Owners, builders, and designers share how innovative approaches are transforming projects. From mass timber frames and parking deck solutions to MEP integration and a live hospital project tour, this Forum will bring real-world insights to life. We look forward to seeing you at the Forum and sharing an engaging day of collaboration and fresh ideas

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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)