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Dr. Yandle: Trump Uncertainty and Prospects for the 2025 Economy In office just over a month, Donald J. Trump is delivering on his promises and disrupting the national, if not the world economy. He promised border enforcement, deportations, tariffs, lower taxes and “draining the D.C. swamp” of federal workers and expenditures. He is delivering on…
In 2024, Poettker Construction’s Southeast team constructed 1.3 million square feet of new facilities and renovations in the areas of distribution and warehouse, federal and defense, and retail. GroundBreak Carolinas recently caught up with Charlotte-based CEO and Chairman Keith Poettker to get his thoughts and insights about the year ahead. What is your outlook on the construction industry for 2025?…
Associated Builders and Contractors has announced the winners of its annual Construction Management Competition, which were honored at ABC Convention 2025 in Las Vegas on Feb. 27. Clemson University, affiliated with the ABC Carolinas chapter, was named the overall winner of the 2025 competition with the highest cumulative points in the five competition categories. A total of 34 teams…
In office just over a month, Donald J. Trump is delivering on his promises and disrupting the national, if not the world economy. He promised border enforcement, deportations, tariffs, lower taxes and “draining the D.C. swamp” of federal workers and expenditures. He is delivering on these promises and more. But almost always there are delays,…
Co-hosts presented “Vision to Victory: Through Blueprints and Breakthroughs” at TEDxClemsonU Hill Electric’s Director of Business Development and Marketing, Angela Gardner, along with 84 Lumber’s Leader of Women’s Business Enterprise Division, Christi Powell, delivered a TEDx ClemsonU presentation on Aug. 24, 2024 at Clemson University near Clemson, South Carolina. The theme for the event was…
Simple, intentional habits like time management, strategic investments, and effective communication can significantly enhance personal and professional success. Self-help books take up one of the largest sections of shelves at any major bookstore. But you don’t always need to read another book before you can make small changes that will help. Fifty years of business…
GroundBreak Carolinas recently sat down with Jyot Parmar, General Manager for Graycor’s Southeast Division. Jyot provided us with insight and perspectives on Graycor’s history and growth in the region. Tell us about Graycor, your presence in the Carolinas.Graycor established an office in Charlotte about 25 years ago. Since then, we’ve successfully worked on a range…
Jacobs (NYSE: J) will outline its multi-year growth strategy and set out its long-term financial framework at its 2025 Investor Day February 18, 2025. The company’s strategy, Challenge Accepted, accelerates Jacobs’ transformation to a more focused business positioned to drive profitable growth and deliver market-leading infrastructure, water, life sciences and advanced manufacturing solutions. Jacobs’ leadership team will brief investors…
Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO), Jim Breuer, as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 1, 2025. David E. Constable, Fluor’s current Chairman and CEO, will transition into the role of Executive Chairman on the same date, ensuring continuity of leadership and strategic direction of…
The price of materials and services used in nonresidential construction increased 0.8 percent from December to January, the largest jump in costs in the past 12 months, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. Association officials warned that steel and aluminum tariffs will further boost the cost of…
