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>> MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

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espite the challenges the last few years have presented to everyone, AGC Georgia is well positioned to continue serving as your ally and advocate. As president, I am confident 2022 will be a year where we will continue building a brighter future together.

With the ongoing labor shortage, supply chain struggles, and what feels like a never-ending pandemic, the construction industry faces challenges that have not been seen by this generation. As so many other sectors are struggling to bounce back, I’m proud of the resilience Georgia’s construction industry showed these past two years. In many ways, we never missed a beat.

At the state and local level, our team put in countless hours of work on the legislative front and won many victories for our agenda. I am proud of the work of our advocacy team, and I am very grateful for the work they do on our behalf. I congratulate them on their successes.

Their efforts continue to lay the foundation that will help us accomplish even more as we move forward together.

Helping young people find valuable career paths in our industry has always been one of my great passions, and AGC Georgia is a valuable asset for young people wanting to pursue a career in construction. With great industry and media support, our 7-city AGC Georgia Skills Challenge series served as a great tool for students in the Peach State. I’m proud to report that we welcomed 1,900 student competitors and student observers from more than 80 schools which was an increase from previous years and included competitions in two new cities.

Our members have indicated that the labor shortage continues to be among the biggest issues they face. It is paramount that AGC Georgia puts forward a united effort promoting our industry through Georgia’s school systems to identify the next generation of skilled workers for our state. These competitions would not be possible without the support we receive from you – our fellow members.

My sincere appreciation goes to all the regional contractor champions along with the hundred of firms that sponsored the seven Challenges.

Throughout my time as president, our AGC Georgia team has been rock solid. I want to personally commend these

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professionals for adjusting to new times, and delivering quality educational and professional development that met our industry’s needs as the business environment changed around us. Their trusted and timely delivery of valuable resources to help us be informed business leaders is second to none.

As many of you do, I love when our membership can get together. Our industry is home to some of the kindest people you can find, and I know I enjoy the camaraderie of our large events. I’m excited to see everyone at the Annual Convention this June in Sandestin, Florida, where we’ll recognize winners of our annual Build Georgia Awards program, along with our Corporate Safety Award program. It’ll also be when I say farewell as your president and try my best to express my deepest appreciation for the opportunity to serve as your leader. It is a highlight of my career.

A few more opportunities to make the most of your membership are included in the section titled “Mark Your Calendar” on pages 16-17. Our networking, education, and leadership events are top-of-the-line, so make sure to compare your calendar to ours to stay up-to-date and to join your fellow members. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out if the AGC Georgia team or I can be of any assistance.

Stay well,

As so many other sectors are struggling to bounce back, I’m proud of the resilience Georgia’s construction industry showed these past two years. In many ways, we never missed a beat.

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>> FEATURE: INDUSTRY OUTLOOK

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eorgia construction contractors are optimistic about their businesses seeing an uptick of volume in 2022 despite ongoing rising costs and labor challenges, according to survey results obtained by the Associated General Contractors of America and Sage.

Respondents reported they expect to see an available dollar value increase in Manufacturing, Hospital, Other Healthcare, Multifamily Residential, Water/Sewer, Federal, Higher Education and Warehouse projects. Additionally, 61 percent of respondents said their volume of business already matches or exceeds 2020 levels.

However, the pandemic is still ravaging the supply chain, and coupled with the labor shortage, Georgia contractors are feeling the crunch. Material costs and availability/supply-chain disruptions are top-of-mind concerns for Georgia contractors in 2022.

To view the Georgia results of the 2022 Construction Hiring and Business Outlook Survey, please visit https://bit.ly/33SOjq4. To view national results of the survey, please visit https://bit.ly/34a4fEa. So, just how has the pandemic affected projects?

Seventy percent of respondents said that projects have taken longer than anticipated, in addition to 49 percent reporting costs have been higher than anticipated. Retail, private office and lodging are expected to see lower available dollar value of projects compared to 2021.

Nationally, contractors are most optimistic about the market for highway and bridge construction. This optimism stems from expected increased federal investments from the recently passed Bipartisan Infrastructure bill that should also increase demand for transit, rail and airports projects. ■

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nnovation is crucial to the continuing success of any organization, particularly in trying times. AGC Georgia has seen herculean efforts and participated in unprecedented success led by its members and leadership team in every area of its business during the last two years. The series that follows spotlights significant breakthroughs in Governmental Affairs, Workforce Development and the Young Leadership Program. Each of the initiatives spotlighted have laid the foundation for consistent growth year over year.

LEGISLATIVE EFFORTS Governmental Affairs Team Worked Tirelessly in 2020 and 2021 to Ensure the Construction Industry Continued to Thrive “Originally we were fighting city to city and county to county for support and recognition of essential status as an industry. But in 2020, Governor Kemp kept us working by recognizing our industry as essential. Then when the pandemic was at its height and the country was shutting down, Governor Kemp worked with us again by issuing an Executive Order that allowed for the use of private (Architect and Engineer) plan review and inspections…we had people working to build temporary hospitals, and continuing work on high rises and airports,” said Mark Woodall, Director, Governmental Affairs. “The General Assembly has since made this Executive Order permanent law. Governor Kemp is pro-business, pro-industry!

We believe he helped to save our businesses and industry by keeping us working. We are forever grateful and continue to thrive.”

Woodall continued to explain there were other innovative solutions in play in 2021, “Creative solutions were planned with our partners at Construction Ready to continue to train and groom our future workforce. AGC Georgia and Construction Ready teamed up to learn more about the opportunity to receive monies from Georgia’s first allocation 8

of the Federal Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Funding. This is part of the CARES Act. After sharing our message of how the construction industry has rewarding career opportunities and proven training, we were awarded $3.3 million.”

The team at AGC Georgia is excited about this funding going to our workforce development partner, Construction Ready, to help provide more construction training during these unprecedented times due to COVID-19. The funds are expanding Construction Ready’s adult program, which takes Georgians through a 20-day construction education program that ends with training, credentialing, and job placement.

Since 2014, Construction Ready has trained more than 1,000 workers of all ages for a successful career in construction.

They have 96% job placement at the end of the training period and each person receives a starting salary of $12$15 per hour. Seventy percent of those placed are employed with their first employer at their one-year anniversary of completing the Construction Ready program.

“We are so excited to see how these funds will create life-changing opportunities for individuals who want a rewarding career,” Woodall proudly shared.

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FUTURE WORKFORCE Innovation Highlighted by Support from Schools and Host Partners in the quality of work the students do at those competitions since the alliance competitions began.

“Our local contractors, along with AGC Georgia, work with us to purchase some great tools that we give away to the winners in the trade competitions,” he said. “The relationships I have made with these contractors are so important to the success of my program and truly benefit the students I teach.”

Lee County High School Welding Instructor Boyd F. Delk brought 11 competitors and four observers to the Central Georgia & Southern Crescent Workforce Development Alliances’ Skills Challenge and won the Welding Cup. The Central Georgia & Southern Crescent host partners were Sheridan Construction, Tuggle Construction and Central Georgia Technical College.

Delk noted the AGC Georgia Skills Challenges gives his students exposure and the opportunity to speak with contractors or school representatives which may help inform them

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Along with our regional contractors who serve as our host partners for the AGC Georgia Skills Challenges, we are consistently seeking innovative ways to expose the construction industry to more student competitors and student observers. In recent years, we’ve expanded the number of categories for which a student can show off his/ her talents, while also expanding the number of competitions offered in the statewide series. Skills Challenge host partners are not only motivated by the training and excitement around the various construction trades, but they are also benefiting from being introduced to their future workforce.

For example, West Laurens High School Construction Education Instructor Jeff H. Johnson brought eight student competitors and three student observers to the East Georgia Workforce Development Alliance’s Skills Challenge, which was hosted by partners RW Allen Construction and GoldMech.

Johnson said his program has seen a large increase in participation and

Students compete in the TeamWorks competition at the Northeast Georgia Skills Challenge. This is where a four-person team builds a structure according to a specific set of plans.

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as to educational or potential job opportunities.

“Having spent many years in the construction field, I feel that AGC Georgia Skills Challenges give students additional experience while practicing their skills under pressure from other competitors,” he said. “It is, from a welding perspective, real exposure to the real-world expectations because welders, more often than not, have to test for their jobs.”

Roswell High School Construction Teacher and CTA Department Chair Dale Hales brought 15 student competitors and 15 student observers to the Northeast Georgia Workforce Development Alliance’s Skills Challenge and 15 student competitors and six student observers to the Metro Atlanta Workforce Development Alliance’s Skills Challenge. Roswell High School was the Overall Winner at both competitions. Carroll Daniel Construction was the host partner of the event in Northeast Georgia while Brasfield & Gorrie was the host partner of the Metro Atlanta Skills Challenge.

Hales said the Challenges and its host partners have found innovative ways to peak his students’ interest in the industry.

“The AGC Georgia Skills Challenges give my kids confidence in the classroom and exposure to the industry so they can have more options after high school,” Hales said. “It’s been a great thing for my program and has been a joy to be a part of, especially when you’re winning.”

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competitors to the Northwest Georgia Workforce Development Alliance’s Skills Challenge, where the school was named the Overall Winner. Duffey Southeast Construction was this event’s host partner.

Price echoed sentiments that AGC Georgia and its host partners are finding innovative ways to introduce his students to the professional side of the industry.

“Aside from giving my students an opportunity to complete, the AGC Georgia Skills Challenges also grant the students the opportunity to meet possible future employers while allowing them to demonstrate their obtained skills,” Price noted.

Lincoln County High School Metals Instructor Trey Holden brought 13 student competitors and about 25 student-observers that also included students from Lincoln County Middle School. Lincoln County High School was the East Georgia Workforce Development Alliance’s Skills Challenge Welding Cup Winner.

Holden said the innovation from AGC Georgia and its host partners allows his students to prepare for other competitions while also protecting his budget.

A moment of extreme pride is captured as teammates and instructors from Chattooga High School celebrating earning the coveted first place Construction Cup for the Northwest Georgia Skills Challenge.

“These events don’t cost us a dime and they provide everything,” Holden said. “The observers get to come speak to people to try things out like the boom truck and excavators. Student competitors can use these events as a proving ground to hone their skills for our Georgia SkillsUSA state competitions.”

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Advisor Carlos G. Jones Jr. brought 23 student competitors. His high school was the Construction Cup Winner at the Skills Challenges in Southeast Georgia, South+Southwest Georgia and the Central Georgia & Southern Crescent Skills Challenge.

JCI Contractors and Tulsa Welding School were the host partners of the South+Southwest Skills Challenge, while ACE Electric, Choate Construction and West Construction Company were host partners at the Southeast Georgia Skills Challenge.

Jones finds the competitions and its host partners to be innovative because they grant students real-world experiences.

“Contests like the AGC Georgia Skills Challenges are the closest thing that students are going to get to working in the real world,” Jones said. “The students like meeting the contractors, being told that there are opportunities for them all over the state and truly like it when contractor representatives come around to see their work and offer a trick of the trade to help them refine their talents.”

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TOMORROW’S CONSTRUCTION LEADERS YLP Continues to be the ‘Driving Force’ as they Lead by Example room for more than 20 and offices for financial assistance interviews.

YLP ex-officio Brian Cunningham, preconstruction manager with Albion and Machell Harper, AGC Georgia’s director of member services and liaison to the YLP, joined Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul, District Director for Fulton County Commissioner District Director Dianne Fries, CAC CEO Francis Horton and members of the CAC board of directors for the groundbreaking ceremony.

Cunningham said one of the first goals he set for YLP’s Council was to find a charity project YLP could really sink their teeth into because projects like the CAC’s Northwood Branch are the reason YLP “does the hard work” of planning its annual charity events and making fundraising calls.

“At the end of the day, our reward is knowing how many families in this area will get the support they need through CAC’s mission and efforts,” he said. “We are truly lucky for the opportunity to partner with them and help make their vision a reality.”

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AGC Georgia’s Young Leadership Program’s mission is to become ‘the driving force in the development of tomorrow’s construction leaders.’ Not only are they the driving force within their own communities, but they are also the trendsetting organization amongst their peers nationwide. YLP’s innovation is evident in all that they do including the way they leverage AGC Georgia’s resources and their employers’ resources to uplift their own communities, ultimately positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives.

One prime example is their most recent golf tournament which has become the construction industry’s “don’t miss” event. With that one memorable tournament, this group raised $125,000 for The Community Assistance Center (CAC) in Sandy Springs.

CAC began construction in Dec 2021 on its 3,200-square-foot branch office.

The facility will include a pantry with three industrial refrigerators, three industrial freezers, a lobby, a waiting

Machell Harper, AGC Georgia’s Director of Member Services and YLP Liaison, and Brian Cunningham, YLP Ex-Officio (2nd and 3rd from left) join with CAC leadership and Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul (middle) as work begins on the interior buildout.

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The YLP organization is demonstrating, once again, that one must lead by example to be successful.

In addition to raising donations through the golf tournament, Kyle Wood, project manager with JE Dunn and YLP vice chair, is leading jobsite efforts to complete the interior buildout. The pantry will be completed early this spring.

Wood joined YLP to be a part of the charitable works it sponsors and said being able to help others is fulfilling and brings him joy.

“When approached about YLP assisting in the build-out for the Community Assistance Center, I knew it would be the largest charitable works project to date for the organization,” he said. “I also knew this group would be up to the task.

Our team worked together and raised the most money ever at our annual golf tournament.”

Wood added that many AGC firms have joined this effort to make it an incredible project and CAC CEO Francis Horton shares in the sentiment.

“We are excited to get back to South Sandy Springs to continue relationships and provide help to our neighbors in need,” shared Horton. “We are thankful to the AGC Georgia in helping make this happen.”

Needless to say, the YLP organization is demonstrating, once again, that one must lead by example to be successful. Most admired CEOs throughout this nation practice those same principles. Congratulations to AGC Georgia’s Young Leadership Program members.

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s AGC Georgia, The Construction Association, has embraced the new year, the association’s CEO, Mike Dunham, is boasting successes of the members, of the industry and of the role that AGC Georgia has played in those successes of 2021. As the world struggled with the repercussions of the pandemic, Georgia’s construction industry has continued to thrive. AGC Georgia leadership has been on the front lines to help advocate for laws supporting the industry during the most recent legislative sessions. The association’s staff has also produced valuable industry education with both in-person and virtual courses, helped grow workforce development programs for students across the state, and offered a robust calendar of programs for its members.

In reflecting on the past 12 months CEO Mike Dunham shared, “What a year it was with the ongoing challenges brought on by the pandemic, supply chain issues, and a never-ending barrage of onerous regulatory guidelines impacting construction leaders. Through it all, we proudly served as an advocate for our members and kept them informed as we ensured the industry stayed essential.

2021 is certainly one for the record books for Georgia’s construction industry.”

Georgia’s private non-residential construction, along with state and local construction spending, topped more than $20 billion in recent years making the construction industry one of the largest boosts to Georgia’s overall

economy. Keeping Georgia’s construction industry moving during the pandemic was critical. AGC Georgia is proud of our part in working closely with Governor Kemp and his team who understand the benefits of keeping Georgia open for business during challenging times.

Below are some of the highlights of the organization’s role in that success.

There were several legislative wins that benefited Georgia’s Construction industry, including: • Securing $500,000 in CONNECT Act funding for construction workforce development programs • Extending business liability protections regarding COVID-19 • Updates to Private Plan Review & Inspections • Lien Law Clarification Bill • Electronic Signature on Surety • Energy Savings Contracts Seven AGC Georgia Skills Challenges were hosted across the state in support of developing the industry’s future workforce: • Record-breaking results included 82 schools competed (885 student competitors, 995 student observers) 200 community VIPs attended, 260 construction firms donated $300,000 in donations of cash, materials, supplies, and more • To learn more about AGC Georgia Skills Challenges visit https://bit.ly/3ILFkFP AGC Georgia was able to offer a full book of educational courses and certifications leveraging innovative

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delivery solutions ranging from in-person to online and virtual courses.

• Courses addressed an array of topics from safety to leadership to HR to construction law AGC Georgia hosted numerous events for its members including the Annual Convention in June that included the largest participation ever. The association had significant participation in both the convention, as well as the Build Georgia and Corporate Safety Awards.

Other notable events included: • Professional development and networking meetings hosted for industry leaders in Albany, Augusta, Columbus, Commerce, Macon, Savannah, Valdosta and around metro Atlanta • Young Leadership Program Roundtables and Fundraisers • Georgia Struck-by Alliance Safety Stand-down • Executive Alliance Retreats • AGC Georgia Marketplace • And more…

“2022 is proving to be another exciting year,” said Dunham. “We will begin a strategic planning process and ask all members to provide input on how they see their businesses evolving in this marketplace. The insight will provide our professional staff with valuable knowledge to meet member needs in the coming years. We will look forward to continuing to raise the bar as a trusted advocate and resource for our members. I’m confident we’ll have much to celebrate again next January.” ■ 13

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MEMBERS SHINE ON SOCIAL MEDIA

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e love seeing our members and partners serve as a bright light in their communities and their industry – and showcasing their involvement with AGC Georgia. Below you’ll find social posts where AGC Georgia was tagged. It’s our honor to be part of these memories, ceremonies, and achievements. Supporting others as they shine are some of our proudest moments. ■

Get Highlighted If your company would like to be highlighted in the future, please make sure to tag us on Twitter @AGCGA, on Facebook @AGCofGeorgia, on LinkedIn @Associated General Contractors of Georgia and Instagram @agcgeorgia.

McKenney’s and Magnum Contracting show off their new hardware from the AGC Build Georgia Awards program.

AGC Georgia loves being a resource to construction program teachers throughout the state. Thank you goes to our partner Construction Ready (fka CEFGA) for spotlighting award-winning instructors at their annual award ceremony.

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RA-LIN shares their participation at one of the seven AGC Georgia Skills Challenges hosted in 2021.

AGC Georgia proudly established a Randall Redding scholarship with the AGC of America Education and Research Foundation.

Choate Construction highlights a team member’s appointment to serve as chair of the AGC Georgia Savannah Safety Shared Interest Group (SIG).

Our largest supporter of our annual Toys for Tots drive, Smith Currie shares pictures of their successful fundraising to make sure less fortunate children have smiles on Christmas morning.

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s we enter the third year of the COVID-19 era, industries continue to face new challenges and the “need to adapt” remains a frequent refrain in our ever-evolving roles as company leaders. Over the past three years, the entire world came to a standstill, then in sharp contrast, the construction industry saw an incredible boom. Many areas of the country experienced an enormous uptick in construction activity, only to be hampered by the bullwhip effect. Materials became scarce and labor dried up.

This resource shortage was felt in every industry, not only construction. Companies have been forced to bridge the disparity between demand and supply, but how?

Enter innovation…

When we think “innovation” most people probably default to technology and while technology is a major conduit for innovation, there is more to it. Adapting, in some cases, has companies returning to basics – taking care of people and finding creative ways to manage relationships.

Construction companies have adopted practical and relevant practices over the last three years to continue to grow and thrive despite the challenges that the pandemic has presented. The tools help to ultimately reinforce the strength and depth of their employee and client relationships. Here are a few for consideration:

A Change in Pace for Technology Adoption Construction companies have historically been slow to transition into new technology, but if COVID can be responsible for positive change, it has forced a tech evolution for construction companies who must suddenly do more with less. Adopting new technology allows companies to better leverage their data. With data, how you get it and how you share it are all important factors in its usefulness to your clients and organization. Many clients have instituted tablets for field PMs and integrated, live-feed software to harness their data and this tech is a gamechanger, as real time information can be shared within the company from the field. Companies that don’t embrace these enhancements will be left behind.

Creative Solutions for a Labor Shortage COVID and the general labor shortage has forced a renewed focus on company culture in employee recruiting and retention. Employers must look not only at the overall company mission and how that translates within, but at their full compensation package including wages, health benefits, savings plans, and fringe benefits like company vehicles. Now is the time to evaluate your competitiveness in all these areas, especially health benefits, but there is a unique value in benefit type that needs to be explored through the lens of a shortage in human capital.

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Choose Wisely Now, more than ever, be selective in choosing clients. Due to the challenges of today, the margin for error is much slimmer. No one can predict when the labor crunch will subside or when material supply chain woes will fade, but one thing contractors can choose is who they work for and what relationships to foster. When challenges arise, we have seen the full spectrum of responses by project owners. From “it’s not my problem” to “you signed a contract so figure it out” to “we’re all in this together.”

The receptiveness of a client and setting reasonable expectations makes a huge difference in the success of a project, or in extreme cases, the survival of the company.

Finally, innovate your insurance strategy. Insurance can often be viewed as just insurance. It is far from a one-size-fits-all product, especially when it comes to construction. A good risk advisor does the heavy lifting, so you can focus on your business.

About Sterling Seacrest Pritchard The team serves as your risk advisors first and insurance broker second with highly skilled professionals who collaborate with your business to position your companies to reach your goals with uniquely tailored insurance solutions.

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he AGC Georgia team is excited to offer a variety of opportunities for members to get engaged, grow their professional expertise, learn and share best practices, and give back to the community.

While final details are still being planned for some of the below opportunities, thus they aren’t open for registration, a majority of these events and learning opportunities have more details available on our website under the Calendar at www.agcga.org.

If you need more details, please connect with a team member by calling 678-298-4100.

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Upcoming Education Offerings April 6 Basic Blueprint Reading April 12 OSHA 10-Hour for Construction April 14 Introduction to Human Performance April 22 CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aid April 26 Lean Supply Chair and Assembly April 26 Presentation Skills – Increase Your Presence and Influence May 2 Level 1A Fundamentals (Blue Card) Course and Exam May 5 Intermediate Blueprint Reading May 12 Lean Design & Preconstruction May 12 Time Management and Use of Lean Principles May 13 Introduction to Safety Leadership May 16 Level 1A (Blue Card)/1B and Level II Recertification May 17 OSHA 30-Hour for Construction May 24 Lean Problem Solving Principles and Tools May 26 Silica Competent Person Training

Later in the summer/fall of 2022, we’ll offer these notable courses: • Georgia Lien Law • Construction Supervision Fundamentals • Tools for Rising Stars to Become Field Leaders & Safety Professionals • Supervisory Training Programs include: ❍ Leadership and Motivation ❍ Communication ❍ Planning and Scheduling ❍ Contract Documents ❍ Risk Management and Problem Solving • Lean Education Programs include: ❍ Variation on Production Systems ❍ Pull in Production ❍ Work Structuring ❍ The Last Planner System ❍ Lean Supply Chain and Assembly ❍ Exam Prep Course

Young Leadership Program The YLP will hosts its 23rd Annual Golf Classic on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. Organizers have secured 36 holes at Canongate 1 in Sharpsburg and 18 holes at Braelinn Golf Club in Peachtree City. Together these 54 holes will host more than 360 golfers for the day’s huge tournament. All golfers playing at Braelinn are invited to the award program hosted at Canongate 1. Reserve your foursome early and make plans to join a who’s who within the construction industry to help raise money for worthy charities supported by the YLP during the holiday season. A large portion of this event’s proceeds will be dedicated to a construction project on the Midtown Atlanta campus of Hillside pediatric therapeutic center. To learn more about this event, please visit the calendar at www.agcga.org.

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Join us on the Gulf Coast in June

Members First Series

The 2022 AGC Georgia Annual Convention is around the corner, and you don’t want to miss it!

School’s out, so plan to bring the family! They’ll ask when the next one will be and if they can come back! AGC Georgia takes pride in making sure the entire family feels welcome and included in the weekend’s agenda.

Registration is open! Learn more at www.agcga.org.

The AGC Georgia Annual Convention will be at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa from Thursday, June 9 through Sunday, June 12. The golf tournament’s shotgun start will be early on Thursday, June 9. The Welcome Party will be held that evening; the entire family is invited!

On Friday morning, June 10, President David Moody of C. D. Moody Construction Company will offer his final remarks as AGC Georgia president and introduce Lyndy Jones of JCI Contractors as the 2022-2023 association president during a business meeting that will also announce the annual dividend for the CompTrust AGC MCIC worker’s compensation program participants. The 2022 sponsors and the outgoing and incoming board members will also be recognized. There will also be a detailed update from Jimmy Christianson, vice president of government affairs with AGC of America. His team’s relationships on Capitol Hill are second to none for those advocating for the construction industry and Jimmy’s name is well-recognized by federal agencies controlling the regulatory environment for contractors. Jimmy will provide the latest inside details on what’s coming down the pike that will impact your business.

Early Saturday, June 11, we’ll have a guest speaker that will start our day off with a great inspirational message. A highlight of the Annual Convention is the Award Ceremony where members are recognized for exceptional team performances. The AGC Corporate Safety Awards will be given to our safest contractors and the morning will conclude with the AGC Build Georgia Awards.

The weekend’s finale will be a relaxed, beachthemed party where members can connect one last time to build relationships that help companies thrive in these changing times.

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Throughout the calendar year, AGC Georgia hosts three statewide Members First series. Association staff visit seven regions outside of metro Atlanta to bring professional development, regulatory updates, and discussions on best practices to members in their home regions.

Each January/February, our Board President and CEO travel the state to share information about the association’s goals for the year and to ask for feedback from the members on their team’s needs from the AGC Georgia staff.

Early each spring, AGC Georgia hosts regional Amerson Supervisor Safety Award ceremonies to honor the best of the best jobsite supervisors. This meeting includes a keynote presentation benefiting field leaders.

In the fall of each year, a governmental affairs update is offered to members. This visit recaps results from the year’s legislative session and forecasts hot topics of debate for the next session.

Dates for upcoming Members First meeting are as follows: • April 19 – Commerce • Sept. 28 – Macon & Columbus • April 20 – Augusta •1 Sept. 29 – Valdosta & Albany • April 21 – Savannah •1 Sept. 21 – Augusta • Aug. 31 – Commerce •1 Sept. 22 – Savannah

Save the Date Additional networking and professional development opportunities: Executive Alliance Leadership Treats for program members • April 28-29, Omni @ The Battery • August 18-19, Barnsley Gardens Young Leadership Program Roundtable Discussion for AGC Georgia members • April 27, Atlanta – Lessons Learned from Veteran Construction Executives • May 25, Macon – Understanding the Culture of CARE program Metro Atlanta Members First Networking Event • September 14 PAC Sporting Clays Fundraiser • September 23 Fall Leadership Conference • October 13-16 in Pinehurst, NC Young Leadership Program Sporting Clays Fundraiser • November 11 Marketplace Networking Event • November 16 ■

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ACCOUNTING/MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS *Mauldin & Jenkins ��������������������������������������������������������12 www.mjcpa.com CONCRETE CUTTING & REMOVAL *ABC Cutting Contractors �����������������������������������������������18 www.abccuttinginc.com CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT *FLINT Equipment Company ��������������������������������������������4 www.flintequipco.com ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS *Ace Electric, Inc. �����������������������������������������������������������12 www.aceelectric.net *MetroPower ��������������������������������������������������������������������7 www.metropower.com Wayne J. Griffin Electric �������������������������������������������������18 www.waynejgriffinelectric.com

EQUIPMENT RENTAL & SALES Sunstate Equipment Co. ���������������������������������������������������3 www.SunstateEquip.com FENCING – TEMPORARY National Construction Rentals ������������������������������������������7 www.rentnational.com GENERAL CONTRACTORS *Meja Construction, Inc. �������������������������������������������������18 meja.us *New South Construction Co., Inc. �������Inside Front Cover www.newsouthconstruction.com HARDWOOD Southern Door & Plywood ����������������������������������������������10 www.southerndoorply.com HVAC CONTRACTORS *Conditioned Air Systems, Inc. ��������������Inside Back Cover www.conditionedairsystems.com

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