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Sporting Clays Championship to be Held In Polkton

Published on 7/8/2026
Our annual sporting clay tournament is a must attend event for networking with construction professionals across the Carolinas.
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What Has CAGC Done for You Lately

Published on 7/8/2026
Your CAGC membership is hard at work for you, upfront and behind the scenes! Check out what CAGC has done lately for members and the construction industry.
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National Interstate Report Highlights Use, Condition and Benefits

Published on 7/8/2026
A new TRIP report finds the Interstate Highway System delivers $65 billion in annual benefits but faces growing congestion, aging infrastructure and funding challenges. See how North Carolina, South Carolina and other states compare.
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CAGC CEO Message

Published on 6/29/2026
Dave Simpson, President & CEO, delivers a 90-second update on key developments impacting the Carolinas construction industry.
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Small Business Award

Published on 6/17/2026
Nominations for the CAGC Small Business Award are now open! This award honors a member company with under $5M in revenue for outstanding involvement in CAGC. The winner will be honored at the 2026 Summit & Expo. Submit by May 29!
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2026 Community Impact Award Winners Announced

Published on 6/9/2026
Carolinas AGC is excited to announce the 28 winners of the third annual CAGC Community Impact Awards program.
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Staff Contacts for the Media

Dave Simpson

Dave Simpson
CAGC President & CEO
(704) 372-1450 x5724



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, VP of SC External Affairs 
(803) 240-6649

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

Bill Stricker

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

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Spring/Summer 2026 Magazine

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