Dave Simpson, President & CEO, delivers a quick 90-second update covering the most important happenings across the Carolinas construction industry.
🏆 2026 CAGC Pinnacle Awards Now Open
The 2026 CAGC Pinnacle Awards program will begin accepting nominations beginning July 1 through August 5. General contractors are encouraged to submit their top building, highway-heavy, and utility projects completed between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026, for one of Carolinas AGC's highest honors.
🌄 Summer Summit & Expo Registration Rates Increase Soon
Planning to join us in Asheville? Register by July 3 to take advantage of current pricing. More than 700 construction professionals are already registered, and we expect more than 900 attendees for this year's Summer Summit & Expo.
🛣️ Advocating for Long-Term Transportation Investment
Last week, Carolinas AGC joined AGC of America, Crowder Constructors, Inc., and Reeves Construction Company in Charlotte to highlight the importance of securing a long-term federal highway and transit bill. CAGC Board Chair Lynn Crowder, CEO of Crowder Constructors, Inc, represented our industry at the event and will continue that advocacy during a national media event next week.
🏛️ Legislative Updates
In North Carolina, lawmakers continue working toward a state budget agreement.
In South Carolina, Attorney General Alan Wilson secured the Republican nomination for governor, while state lawmakers continue negotiations on the state budget.
đź‘Ą Young Leader Membership Mid-Year Special
There's never been a better time to join CAGC Young Leaders. New members can save $75 with our special mid-year membership offer and enjoy Young Leader benefits for the remainder of 2026, including discounts on the Young Leader Conference and Summer Summit & Expo, networking opportunities, leadership development, and more.
🍩 Donuts with Contractors
Our next Donuts with Contractors networking event will take place July 15 in Greenville, South Carolina. We hope to see you there!
đź“ť Continuing Education Opportunity
Register today for the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors approved continuing education course, Planner Systems, taking place July 9.
🎆 Happy Independence Day!
As we celebrate the Fourth of July, we also recognize the 250th anniversary of our nation's founding. We hope you and your families enjoy a safe and happy holiday weekend.
For more information on any of these updates, visit cagc.org.