GroundBreak Carolinas Featured on The Power of Design Podcast with Host Jack Ossa
The Power of Design podcast explores the intersection of architecture, construction and real estate, in order to understand the dynamics and trends that shape an exciting and powerful built environment. In Episode 76 (December 16, 2022), our own Dan Polstra, Business Development Manager, joined host Jack Ossa for a lively conversation about content marketing in general – and…
McCrory Construction Pays Tribute to Retiring Chief Financial Officer, Del Rosebrock
Following a long and distinguished career with McCrory Construction, Del Rosebrock, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), is looking forward to his next chapter: an active retirement spent with family and friends, while serving his church and the community. As an integral member of McCrory Construction’s executive leadership team for the past four decades, Rosebrock has helped…
Harper General Contractors President David Wise on Building Trust in the Carolinas
Grounded in a culture of trust and community and 73 years of experience, Harper General Contractors has grown into an almost 300-employee company, with offices spread across North and South Carolina. Harper is a full-service general contracting and construction management firm with a very distinct and enduring philosophy: “Do what you say you’re going to…
CarolinaPower Introduces Next Generation to Construction through Middle School Job-Shadowing Program
To say that 12-year-old Trinton Durham was enthusiastic about spending an entire school day at CarolinaPower’s Greenville office would be an understatement. Trinton, son of CarolinaPower electrician Matt Durham, recently participated in his school’s career exploration program for sixth graders, which offered students the opportunity to experience a “day in the life” of a profession…
Superior Construction Hires Industry Veteran Richard Kirkman as Carolinas Division Manager
CHARLESTON, S.C. (January 5, 2023) — Superior Construction, an American family-owned infrastructure contractor, proudly announces Richard Kirkman as its new Division Manager for the Carolina Region. In his new role, he will develop and pursue large-scale transportation projects across North and South Carolina, helping expand Superior’s robust regional portfolio of heavy-civil work. “I’m excited for…
Todd Usher, President of Addison Homes, Completes PhD in Planning, Design and the Built Environment from Clemson University
Todd Usher, President and founder of Addison Homes, has completed his PhD in Planning, Design and the Built Environment from Clemson University, successfully defending a dissertation titled “Likeliness to Recommend: A Mixed Methods Analysis of Consumer Perception of Homebuilders.” Addison Homes is a Greenville, S.C.-based custom home builder specializing in building healthy, high-performance homes that…
Chemistry for a Successful Project Team
I recently had the opportunity to serve as a judge to evaluate entries for the 2022 ABC Carolinas Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards competition. The mechanical contracting firm from which I recently retired had been successful in winning multiple awards from ABCC over the years; however, judging was a new experience for me. Being the “old…
ABC Carolinas Announces 2023 Board of Directors Led by CarolinaPower’s Chris Moore
Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas (ABC Carolinas) is pleased to announce its 2023 Board of Directors. Seven board members are based in South Carolina with the remainder located in North Carolina. Chris Moore, President of CarolinaPower has been elected 2023 Chair, representing more than 300 member firms in North and South Carolina. “On behalf…
Meet 2023 Board of Directors for NAWIC-Charleston
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Palmetto Chapter of Charleston, South Carolina, has announced its 2022/2023 Board of Directors. Led by Joanie Allen of New South Construction Supply, the group is composed of both new and familiar faces that remain committed to the excellence NAWIC Palmetto is known for. The 2022/2023 Board –…
ABC Carolinas Celebrates Member Firms Earning Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC) Status
ABC Carolinas congratulates all of its member firms that were named Accredited Quality Contractors (AQC) by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) last month. These 32 companies from the Carolinas earned this prestigious national credential for their commitment to corporate responsibility – documenting this commitment in five areas: Quality, Safety Performance, Talent Management, Craft and Management Education,…
