Dave Simpson, President & CEO of Carolinas AGC, is back with your quick 90-second update covering the most important happenings across the Carolinas construction industry.
Here’s what you need to know this week:
🏆 Pinnacle Awards – Applications Open July 1!
It’s time to brag about your best work! General Contractors: Show off your standout projects—and give your Subs and Suppliers the spotlight, too. Submissions accepted July 1–August 5.
As Dave says, “It’s a sorry dog that doesn’t wag its own tail!”
🔗 Details at cagc.org.
🎯 Legislative Wins & Budget Watch
✅ Big win: 811 legislation passed in both NC and SC—great news for our utility contractors.
📉 In NC, we’re watching the budget impasse closely.
📘 In SC, lawmakers are out of town for the summer.
👷♂️ Workforce Development
✔️ Construction Bootcamp begins July 8 at Rowan Cabarrus Community College.
✔️ Webinar July 9 at 11:00 AM: “Communication Strategies During a Disaster” – led by expert Wendy Sellers.
🔗 Details at cagc.org.
🍩 Donuts with Contractors – Wilmington Next!
We’ve already met in Charlotte and Columbia—next stop is Wilmington on July 16. These events fill up fast, so reserve your spot today!
🔗 Details at cagc.org.
☀️ Summer Summit & Expo – Hilton Head
We’re closing in on 800+ registered and expect 900+ attendees! We hope to see you there!
🔗 Details at cagc.org.
🎯 Just Announced: Fall Clay Shoot – October 10
We have reserved two courses this year for twice the fun and twice the connections! One course is already SOLD OUT! Limited spots remain for the second course—register now before it's too late!
🔗 Details at cagc.org.
We’ve got a packed summer—and we hope to see you at an upcoming event!
Stay safe and stay connected,