Leslie Clark, COO, VP of SC External Affairs of Carolinas AGC, is filling in for Dave Simpson, President & CEO to deliver a quick 90-second update covering the most important happenings across the Carolinas construction industry.
🏗️ Contractors Showcases & Connect Events
We hosted two successful Contractors Showcases last week in Durham and Greenville, and there’s still time to join us in Charlotte this Thursday, February 19. More than 150 members have already registered. We will also be in Winston-Salem Tuesday night for a Triad District Connect Event at Foothills Brewing. We hope to see you there.
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Charlotte Contractors Showcase
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Winston-Salem Connect
⛳ Spring Golf Tournament
Registration is now open for our Spring Golf Tournament benefiting the CAGC Foundation Scholarships. This event sells out quickly, so secure your spot soon or contact Jacob Garmon about sponsorship opportunities.
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🏆 Hall of Fame & Top Young Leader Awards
Nominations are open for the 2026 Hall of Fame and Top Young Leader awards. The deadline is approaching fast, so be sure to submit your nominations and help us recognize outstanding leaders across our industry.
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Hall of Fame Awards
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Top Young Leader Awards
🎓 Leadership Education: GiANT 5 Voices
This Thursday, February 19, we are offering GiANT’s 5 Voices webinar. This leadership communication framework helps participants understand their natural leadership voice and how others perceive them. Registration is available on our website.
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Feed & Lead: 5 Voices Primer: GiANT's 5 Voices (virtual)
🏛️ South Carolina Legislative Update
In South Carolina, the full Ways and Means Committee begins drafting the FY 26/27 General Appropriations bill this week. Governor Henry McMaster has requested $1.1 billion for SCDOT. Carolinas AGC will continue advocating for increased funding for roads and bridges across the state.
đź“Š 2026 Staff Salary Survey
Don’t forget to participate in the 2026 CAGC Staff Salary Survey. The survey is confidential, and participating companies receive the full Carolinas report at no cost. The deadline is Friday, February 27.
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Construction/Construction Management Staff Salary Survey
For more information on any of these updates, visit
cagc.org.
Thank you for being a member of the construction industry of the Carolinas!