Female Role Models in Engineering: Spotlight on the “Fab Four” of Chix Dig It
While the number of female role models in the architecture, engineering and construction is still less than ideal, Chix Dig It-Celebrating Women in Construction exists to empower women in all aspects of the industry. Last month’s Chix Dig It — Celebrating Women in Construction luncheon, which drew nearly 200 attendees from the AEC industry to…
Al Johnson: Still Motivated after 60 Years in the Surety Business
After 60 years in the surety business, Al Johnson has no plans for a traditional retirement. In fact, the 87-year-old continues to service a handful of longtime clients and looks forward to going into the office several days per week. For the past 25 years, Johnson has been associated with McGriff Insurance Services (formerly BB&T Boyle…
South Carolina Housing Hall of Fame inducts two new members: Michael P. Nieri and J. Coleman Shouse
The South Carolina Housing Hall of Fame trustees inducted Michael P. Nieri from Columbia, S.C. and J. Coleman Shouse from Greenville, S.C. into the prestigious honor society last week for their work in and support of South Carolina’s home building industry. Both men were presented the trademark medallion and plaque during a ceremony on July…
Dave Simpson Wins AENC James J. Lowry Award for Outstanding CEO
Carolinas AGC President and CEO Dave Simpson was honored this week by the Association Executives of North Carolinas (AENC) with the 2018 AENC James J. Lowry Award for Outstanding CEO. This award—the highest honor the AENC gives out — reflects remarkable leadership and achievement in association management. “Outstanding” executives serve AENC, their industry, participate extensively in…
Economic Development Partnership’s Jonathan Larry Named a “Young Professional 2 Follow” in Aiken, S.C.
Jonathan Larry, senior marketing and research director with the Economic Development Partnership (EDP) in Aiken, S.C., has been named one of the “Young Professionals 2 Follow” by the Aiken Standard. Last year, the now 26-year-old received the 2017 Aiken Chamber Young Professionals Rising Star Award. “Jonathan is a true asset to our team,” said EDP…
Great Southern Homes Names Shelton Twine as Chief Operating Officer
(Irmo, SC) – Great Southern Homes has named Shelton Twine as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the company. His responsibilities include, but are not limited to overseeing all preconstruction, sales, marketing, general operations and construction management of all areas and markets in which the company operates. Owner and Founder, Michael Nieri remarks of Shelton,…
Celebrating the 2018 ABC Carolinas Electrical Apprenticeship Graduating Class
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Carolinas Chapter celebrated its Electrical Apprenticeship graduating class of 2018 in June at Charlotte’s BB&T Ballpark, home of the Charlotte Knights baseball team. ABC Carolinas Chapter chose this venue to raise community awareness about the apprenticeship program and the career opportunities available in the construction industry. Cheered on by…
Julia Kunlo Promoted to Vice President of Evolution Safety Resources
Julia Kunlo has been promoted to Vice President of Evolution Safety Resources (ESR), a safety consultation firm based in Raleigh. Kunlo had been director of client relations since ESR’s inception in early 2017 and was instrumental in helping establish the start-up company in the Carolinas market while expanding services across the country and internationally. Kunlo’s…
Tim Neubauer Named Outstanding Safety Professional of the Year
Tim Neubauer, President of Raleigh-based Evolution Safety Resources, received the prestigious Outstanding Safety Professional of the Year Award from Columbia Southern University (CSU) on June 25, 2018. The award was established in 2016 with the goal of recognizing members of the Occupational Safety and Health network for their dedication, professionalism, and accomplishments within the industry. Neubauer is…
CarolinaPower Named to Prestigious List of Best Places to Work in South Carolina
Greer, S.C. — CarolinaPower, a leading employee-owned electrical contractor serving industrial, commercial, healthcare and federal market sectors in the two-state Carolinas region, has been named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina – a prestigious list of 75 companies announced last week. CarolinaPower has four offices in South Carolina and a field force…
