News

CAGC and Business Coalition Oppose Impractical Proposal

Published on 9/10/2024
A committee of the NC Environmental Commission (NCEMC) is proposing water standards that are being opposed by a wide-ranging group of business and industry leaders including CAGC.
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Carolinas AGC Responds to National Workforce Shortage with Comprehensive Educational Initiatives

Published on 9/10/2024
Carolinas AGC is intensifying efforts to address construction workforce shortages, highlighted by a national survey. Initiatives include the Construction Bootcamp at GTCC, "Be Pro Be Proud" for middle and high school students, and K-5 educational out
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CAGC CEO Message

Published on 9/9/2024
Dave Simpson, President and CEO, is delivering the most important construction industry updates in a quick, about 90-second listen.
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2025 Carolinas AGC Leadership Nominated

Published on 9/4/2024
The CAGC Nominations Committee has completed its work and is pleased to announce the 2025 membership board.
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2024 Construction Suicide Awareness Week

Published on 9/4/2024
Join us in observing Construction Suicide Prevention Week from September 9-13. This critical week is dedicated to raising awareness about the higher suicide rates in the construction industry and providing essential resources for prevention.
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2024 CAGC PAC Attack

Published on 9/4/2024
With the Labor Day Weekend now behind us, and the political campaigns heating up until the November elections, Carolinas AGC needs your help with our Political Action Committees.
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Staff Contacts for the Media

Dave Simpson

Dave Simpson
CAGC President & CEO
(704) 372-1450




Betsy Bailey Photo

Betsy Bailey
NC Government Relations & Building Division Director, Foundation COO
(704) 372-1450 x5725

NC Legislation, Building Projects, Building Code issues, Labor Relations, Human Resource/Workforce Management, Immigration, Workforce Development

Victor Barbour

Victor Barbour
NC Government Relations Highway-Heavy Div. Director
(704) 372-1450 x5723

NC Legislation, Highway Projects, Work Zone Safety, Environmental & Transportation issues.

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Leslie B. Clark
COO, SC Government Relations & Divisions Director 
(803) 240-6649

South Carolina Legislation, Building and Highway Projects, Building Codes, Environmental & Transportation issues, Work Zone Safety, Be Pro Be Proud Mobile Workshop

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Bill Stricker
Utility Div. Director & NCCER Administration
(704) 372-1450 x5213

General Contractor/Specialty Contractor Relations, Payment and Retainage, Bid Shopping, NC & SC Utility Projects, Underground Utility Safety and Damage Prevention, Environmental Protection Agency/Funding & Regulations, Environmental Issues.

Jacob GarmonJacob Garmon
Safety, Suppliers & Sponsorships Director
(704) 372-1450 x5222

Jobsite Safety, Safety Training, OSHA

Carolinas AGC Magazine

Carolinas AGC Spring Summer 2024 Magazine

CAGC is excited to bring members a hard copy informative magazine twice a year (Spring and Fall editions), designed to feature members in action, industry news, legislative information, event information, and much more! Check out the latest edition and view previous editions!

For more information on advertising opportunities, view the media kit or contact Carlos Santana, Project Manager at Naylor Association Solutions: (352) 333-3348 or csantana@naylor.com.

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