2026 Summit & Expo to be Held in Asheville

900+ Attendees Expected!

Photos and Videos from the 2026 Summit will be posted this week! We look forward to sharing these with you, soon!

2026 Conference Highlights:

From an inspiring keynote presentation to sold-out networking events, the 2026 Carolinas AGC Construction Summit & Expo delivered three days of education, celebration and meaningful connections. Here's a look back at some of this year's highlights:

  • Six networking receptions that brought together hundreds of construction professionals, including the Welcome Reception, Young Leader Social, New Member/New Attendee Reception, CAGC Foundation Cocktail Hour, Summit Bash and Hall of Fame Red Carpet Event.
  • Six prestigious awards presentations recognizing the people and companies shaping our industry, including the Community Impact Awards, Scholarship Presentation, Safety Awards, Hall of Fame induction, Top Young Leaders and Small Business Award.
  • 50+ exhibitors showcasing the latest products, services and innovations designed to help construction companies work smarter, safer and more efficiently.
  • The annual Summit Golf Tournament, where attendees enjoyed friendly competition and networking before the conference officially kicked off.
  • A strong Young Leaders presence, with emerging industry professionals connecting, learning and building relationships throughout the conference, including a dedicated Young Leader Social.
  • Three days of education and inspiration, featuring nationally recognized speakers, timely industry sessions and practical insights attendees can take back to their companies.

Whether reconnecting with longtime colleagues, making new business connections or celebrating the achievements of our industry, the 2026 Summit & Expo was one to remember. If you missed it this year, we hope to see you at our next Summit.

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Keynote Address: Founder of UNAFRAID & Contingent Group | Speaker & Author | Retired Seal Team 6 & Operator

Summit attendees heard from keynote speaker Eddie Penney, a combat veteran with more than 20 years of military service, including as a U.S. Navy SEAL and operator with SEAL Team 6, one of the world's most elite special operations units. Drawing on his experiences serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and Africa, Penney shared lessons on leadership, resilience and overcoming adversity forged through some of the most demanding missions of the Global War on Terror.

Following his military career, Penney founded Contingent Group, a global security and consulting firm providing solutions for individuals, families and corporations facing high-risk situations and complex threats. He is also the founder of UNAFRAID, an apparel, media and mindset platform that encourages people to confront challenges with faith, courage and purpose through storytelling, coaching, speaking engagements and podcasts.

Eddie Penney
  SHRM Reverification Provider 2026 HRCI Seal

Carolinas AGC is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

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