ABC Carolinas Unveils 2024 Project-of-the-Year Winners at Excellence in Construction Awards Gala
ABC Carolinas was thrilled to celebrate the outstanding contributions of its members at the 2024 Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards gala held in Charlotte on November 7, 2024. Awards for first place (Eagle) and runner-up (Merit) were given out in various categories across two divisions: General Contractors and Specialty Contractors. Additionally, the prestigious Carolinas BIM…
2024 GroundBreaker: Todd Usher, PhD, Founder & President of Addison Homes
GroundBreak Carolinas congratulates Todd Usher, PhD, Founder and President of Addison Homes, for being named to the Class of 2024 GroundBreakers — an exclusive group of four individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference for the construction community in the Carolinas. Addison Homes is an established Upstate homebuilder specializing in building healthy, high-performance…
Avoid Political Headaches in the Workplace
As you are no doubt aware, Election Day is November 5. As you have no doubt also heard, the country is deeply divided over many issues that are “hot button” topics in the plethora of political ads now dominating the radio and televisions of your employees. Employers need to be careful in how they deal…
If Buildings Could Talk 2: Celebrating 60 Years with Children’s Book Giveaway to Community Organizations
In celebration of World Architecture Day, we set out on an exciting mission to celebrate Little’s 60th anniversary by sharing the joy of design and sustainability with future generations through our “60 Books to 60 Organizations” initiative. What began as a goal to donate 60 books quickly grew beyond expectations, and we are thrilled to…
2024 GroundBreaker: Ben Barfield, Vice President & Division Manager, Brasfield & Gorrie
GroundBreak Carolinas is honored to spotlight Ben Barfield, Vice President and Division Manager at Brasfield & Gorrie, for being named to the Class of 2024 GroundBreakers — an exclusive group of four individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference for the construction community in the Carolinas. Barfield oversees Brasfield & Gorrie’s Greenville (SC)…
CAGC Leaders Converge on Capitol Hill
Carolinas AGC Leaders last week met with Congressional delegation representatives from North and South Carolina to discuss issues important to the construction industry, ranging from help with the workforce shortage to opposing impractical proposed heat standards. The Capitol Hill visits were part of AGC of America’s annual National Chapter Leadership Conference that drew about 250…
FMI Releases 2024 Study on Ownership Transfer and Management Succession
FMI Corporation, a leading provider of consulting and investment banking services to the built environment, released the 2024 Ownership Transfer and Management Succession Study focused on the engineering and construction industry. The report provides key insights and tactics to help owners and executives navigate their companies’ transitions. In early 2024, FMI partnered with the Construction…
ABC Releases AI Construction Technology Report
Associated Builders and Contractors today released its fourth annual construction technology report, which focuses on the impacts of artificial intelligence in the construction industry. The report includes a case study and thought leadership from ABC’s Tech Alliance to showcase how ABC is strengthening members’ understanding of AI. “ABC contractor members and the overall contracting community want more information…
ING Celebrates 10 Years: An Interview with Founder Chris Simmons
The Industrial Networking Group (ING) is celebrating 10 years. GroundBreak Carolinas recently sat down with ING founder Chris Simmons to discuss the group’s growth and success. What is ING? The Industrial Network Group is a network of industrial professionals focused on improving their skills, increasing their network, and gaining more opportunities for their company. This…
2024 GroundBreaker: Jackie Murray, General Superintendent, Marsh Bell Construction
GroundBreak Carolinas congratulates Jackie Murray, General Superintendent at Marsh Bell Construction Company, for being named to the Class of 2024 GroundBreakers – an exclusive group of four individuals who have gone above and beyond to make a difference for the construction community in the Carolinas. With a construction career spanning nearly 40 years, Murray has…
