Frantz Ward Announces 2025 Construction Seminar, Featuring Exclusive Updates on Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

Events
Aug 28, 2025

Frantz Ward is pleased to announce the 2025 edition of its annual Construction Seminar, “Advice From the Trenches.”

The seminar will take place on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the Music Box Supper Club from 12:00 – 5:00 pm, with a networking reception to follow. The half-day program will bring together construction professionals from across Ohio to network and explore some of the most pressing legal and business issues in the industry.

This year’s agenda will feature practical insights on:

  • Turning Trouble Into Triumph: Legal Strategies for Saving Struggling Projects
  • Pursuing Large, Complex Projects: Key Factors When Considering Whether to Joint Venture
  • Public-Private Partnerships in Action: Structuring Deals, Sharing Risk, and Resolving Disputes

In addition, Airport Director Dennis Kramer will deliver exclusive insights and updates on the ongoing $3 billion multi-phase modernization of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

Seminar speakers will include:

Frantz Ward Attorneys

External Speakers

  • Andrew Hudak, The Albert M. Higley Co.
  • Phil Kerber, The Whiting-Turner Contracting Co.
  • Dennis Kramer, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
  • Jenna Norys, HITT Contracting Inc.
  • Daniel Pentecost, Westfield Insurance Company
  • Michael Vidmar, Marous Development Group

Registration is by invite only. If you did not receive an invitation but are interested in attending, please contact Lisa Lindhurst for more information.

Frantz Ward’s Construction Practice Group annually hosts the “Advice From the Trenches” seminar to address the latest developments and challenges in the construction law space. Attendees will gain valuable insight into currently trending industry topics and walk away with useful strategies for addressing key issues.