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In 1985, starting a business that blended two site design services when no one else was could have resulted in swift failure. Despite the challenging economic climate, two young entrepreneurs, Stuart Whiteside and my dad, Kenny Seamon, shared a vision that would soon transform the Carolinas’ landscape. From that, SeamonWhiteside (SW+) was born, which became…
U.S. industrial projections remained unchanged in a just-released forecast from CoStar, the leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets. Despite the return of positive net absorption in the third quarter of 2025, the near-term U.S. industrial outlook remains consistent with the previous forecast, which projected a rise in vacancy…
Data Shows 77% of optimized adopters experience increased profit margins and productivity gains for leadership/executive teams Dodge Construction Network, in partnership with Procore Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: PCOR), the leading global provider of construction management software, today announced the findings of a new study that measures the value of project management software for construction owners and contractors….
I was talking about marketing the other day with someone who had recently started their own design business when I realized I had come up with a new term for the kind of marketing I was telling them to do and that I know works every time: “relentless marketing.” When we speak of “relentless marketing,”…
Total U.S. engineering and construction spending is forecast to decline 1% in 2025 after a 6% rebound in 2024. The market reflects late-cycle dynamics, with residential and manufacturing weakening in the short-term, while infrastructure and select institutional categories continue to advance. Underperforming areas include rate-sensitive and consumer-driven sectors such as housing, retail, lodging and manufacturing….
U.S. industrial projections remained unchanged in a just-released forecast from CoStar, the leading global provider of online real estate marketplaces, information and analytics in the property markets. Despite the return of positive net absorption in the third quarter of 2025, the near-term U.S. industrial outlook remains consistent with the previous forecast, which projected a rise in vacancy…
Boviet Solar Technology Co. Ltd. (“Boviet Solar” or “the Company”), a leading solar energy technology company specializing in advanced monocrystalline PV cells and premium Gamma Series™ Monofacial and Vega Series™ Bifacial PV modules, today announced that it has begun interior construction work on its 3.0 GW PV cell manufacturing facility in Greenville, Pitt County, North…
After a thorough, expert-driven review of proposals from global leaders in the nuclear power industry, the Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved today a letter of intent with Brookfield Asset Management (“Brookfield”) to guide final, exclusive negotiations with Brookfield concerning the two partially built AP1000 nuclear units in Fairfield County, SC. The letter of intent…
Thompson Thrift, a full-service nationally recognized real estate company and one of the nation’s leading multifamily developers, announced the launch of Thompson Thrift 2026 Multifamily Development, LP. The offering seeks to raise approximately $230 million in total capital commitments from accredited equity partners who will participate in a multi-project portfolio of ground-up Class A multifamily…
Data Shows 77% of optimized adopters experience increased profit margins and productivity gains for leadership/executive teams Dodge Construction Network, in partnership with Procore Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: PCOR), the leading global provider of construction management software, today announced the findings of a new study that measures the value of project management software for construction owners and contractors….
SAS, a global leader in data and AI, today unveiled new research that explores the use, impact and trustworthiness of AI. The IDC Data and AI Impact Report: The Trust Imperative, commissioned by SAS, found that IT and business leaders report having greater trust in generative AI than any other form of AI. Experience the full…
Every October, our industry takes a moment to recognize Careers in Construction Month. It’s more than a celebration—it’s a mirror. Because for all the growth and innovation shaping our field, one truth has lingered for decades: we’ve failed to build a consistent, sustainable pipeline of people entering construction. We’ve seen this coming. Generations of skilled…
Carolinas AGC (CAGC) is proud to celebrate Careers in Construction Month this October (2025). Careers in Construction Month (CICM) is a nationwide initiative dedicated to raising awareness about rewarding career paths in the construction industry. We are happy to announce that both North and South Carolina Governors have proclaimed October 2025 Careers in Construction Month. This month-long celebration…
Data Shows 77% of optimized adopters experience increased profit margins and productivity gains for leadership/executive teams Dodge Construction Network, in partnership with Procore Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: PCOR), the leading global provider of construction management software, today announced the findings of a new study that measures the value of project management software for construction owners and contractors….
Boviet Solar Technology Co. Ltd. (“Boviet Solar” or “the Company”), a leading solar energy technology company specializing in advanced monocrystalline PV cells and premium Gamma Series™ Monofacial and Vega Series™ Bifacial PV modules, today announced that it has begun interior construction work on its 3.0 GW PV cell manufacturing facility in Greenville, Pitt County, North…
Duke Energy Foundation today announced a new grant opportunity, offering $500,000 to support small businesses in communities across North Carolina. Zoom in: Nonprofit organizations can apply for $25,000 grants, which will then fund awards of up to $5,000 to individual small businesses. Funding can be used by local businesses like restaurants and retail stores to complete…
Clemson University’s Nieri Department of Construction and Real Estate Development is poised for a transformative leap forward thanks to a generous challenge gift from Michael and Robyn Nieri and their family. Through the Nieri Family Challenge, the Clemson Family is invited to join in shaping the future of one of the nation’s top construction and…
