Looking Ahead to 2025 in The Workplace

December 9, 2024|Comments Off on Looking Ahead to 2025 in The Workplace

As we approach 2025, several key trends are poised to reshape the workplace, particularly in accounting, taxes, human resources (HR), and employee benefits. Accounting and Taxes: Increased Tax Compliance Requirements: The federal income tax rate [...]

The Biggest Trends in Construction for 2025: Insights, Challenges, and Opportunities According to SLC3

December 2, 2024|Comments Off on The Biggest Trends in Construction for 2025: Insights, Challenges, and Opportunities According to SLC3

As we approach 2025, the construction industry stands at the intersection of transformative innovation and economic uncertainty. From advances in technology to shifts in client priorities and regulatory landscapes, the future of construction is being [...]

Paycor Blog | Beyond the Clock: Your Toolkit to Labor Cost Optimization, Employee Productivity, & Compliance

November 8, 2024|Comments Off on Paycor Blog | Beyond the Clock: Your Toolkit to Labor Cost Optimization, Employee Productivity, & Compliance

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. As businesses grapple with rising labor costs, complex scheduling needs, and the challenge of extracting meaningful insights from mountains [...]

Missouri Governor Quietly Rescinds Minority and Women-Owned Hiring Goals

November 1, 2024|Comments Off on Missouri Governor Quietly Rescinds Minority and Women-Owned Hiring Goals

JEFFERSON CITY — Gov. Mike Parson last week rescinded 177 executive orders, some issued in the 1980s, that he deemed no longer “necessary or applicable.” It was seemingly an innocuous action, framed as an effort [...]

Press Release: Kozeny-Wagner Named General Contractor for New City of St. Louis 911 Dispatch Center

October 30, 2024|Comments Off on Press Release: Kozeny-Wagner Named General Contractor for New City of St. Louis 911 Dispatch Center

PSAP Ground Breaking Press Release - Kozeny-Wagner.docx[1] Contact: Kristen Fels  636-296-2012  kfels@kozenywagner.com  City of St. Louis New 911 Dispatch Center Groundbreaking Press Release  October 29, 2024 NEWS RELEASE  Kozeny-Wagner Named General Contractor for New City [...]

Maximizing Your Proposal Response: Strategic Differentiation in AEC RFQ/RFP Submissions

October 28, 2024|Comments Off on Maximizing Your Proposal Response: Strategic Differentiation in AEC RFQ/RFP Submissions

By: Kelly Jackson, Executive Director, SLC3 Responding effectively to a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP) in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry often comes down to making your submission stand [...]

Situational Awareness in Construction: What It Is and Why It’s Crucial

October 21, 2024|Comments Off on Situational Awareness in Construction: What It Is and Why It’s Crucial

By: Kelly Jackson, Executive Director, SLC3 In the dynamic and often hazardous environment of construction, situational awareness (SA) is a critical skill that can prevent accidents, enhance productivity, and ensure the smooth execution of projects. [...]

All You Need to Know About Drone Surveying

October 21, 2024|Comments Off on All You Need to Know About Drone Surveying

A guide to drone surveying, deliverables, accuracy, and workflows Drones are continually proving to be powerful commercial tools, simultaneously providing adopters with leaps in efficiency and safety. The surveying and mapping industry is no exception. [...]

Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 5: Community Engagement

October 18, 2024|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 5: Community Engagement

Community Engagement: A Vital Force in the AEC Industry's Workforce Development In the (AEC) industry, workforce development is about more than just filling jobs—it’s about building a foundation for the future by engaging the community. [...]

Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 4: Workplace Culture

October 17, 2024|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 4: Workplace Culture

Building a Strong Culture in Construction: Why It’s Essential for Safety and Success In the construction industry, establishing and maintaining a positive workplace culture is crucial. It means that everyone, both on and off a [...]

Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 3: Supplier Diversity

October 16, 2024|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 3: Supplier Diversity

What is Supplier Diversity? In the rapidly evolving construction industry, staying competitive requires more than just adopting new technologies and improving operational efficiencies. One crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect is supplier diversity—a practice that can [...]

Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 2: Belonging

October 15, 2024|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 2: Belonging

Education and understanding the implications of unconscious bias are critical to cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging. Unconscious bias refers to the automatic judgments and stereotypes we hold about others, often without realizing it. These biases [...]

Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 1: Commitment and Accountability

October 14, 2024|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week 2024 Day 1: Commitment and Accountability

To fully realize a culture of inclusion and belonging requires both leadership commitment and accountability to ourselves and others. True inclusion goes beyond surface-level efforts or policies; it requires deep, ongoing dedication from every individual [...]

The Uniqueness of AEC Marketing and BD

October 11, 2024|Comments Off on The Uniqueness of AEC Marketing and BD

By Kelly Jackson, Executive Director, SLC3 Marketing and Business Development in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry is unique due to the nature of the services provided, the long-term relationships required, and the complexity [...]

ECS Acquires Heitmann & Associates Adding to Its 90+ Office Locations

October 7, 2024|Comments Off on ECS Acquires Heitmann & Associates Adding to Its 90+ Office Locations

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) is recently announced the acquisition of Heitmann & Associates, Inc. (HAI). With this acquisition, HAI’s office now operates as the St. Louis, MO location of ECS Midwest, LLC, the ECS Design [...]

Henderson Construction Expands with New St. Louis Office, Strengthening Commitment to the Region

September 30, 2024|Comments Off on Henderson Construction Expands with New St. Louis Office, Strengthening Commitment to the Region

Henderson Construction, a leading player in the construction industry, is proud to announce the opening of its newest office in St. Louis, Missouri. With decades of experience delivering innovative and high-quality construction solutions, this expansion [...]

Workforce Survey and Presentaton – STLCC

September 24, 2024|Comments Off on Workforce Survey and Presentaton – STLCC

We wanted to capture the information from the St. Louis Community College on Workforce. They hosted an event on August 8, which presented results of survey research on workforce.  If you missed the event and [...]

Asphalt Paving Systems Settles Race Bias Charge for $1.25 Million: A Wake-Up Call for the Construction Industry

September 16, 2024|Comments Off on Asphalt Paving Systems Settles Race Bias Charge for $1.25 Million: A Wake-Up Call for the Construction Industry

Asphalt Paving Systems Settles Race Bias Charge for $1.25 Million: A Wake-Up Call for the Construction Industry Download Article PDF In a significant move toward addressing racial discrimination within the construction sector, Asphalt Paving Systems [...]

5 Important 9/11 Facts You Don’t Already Know

September 9, 2024|Comments Off on 5 Important 9/11 Facts You Don’t Already Know

1. To this day, only 60% of the victims have been identified. The attacks that took place on 9/11 add up to deadliest domestic terrorist attack that has ever taken place on modern American soil, [...]

The Importance of Your Value Proposition: Standing Out in the AEC Industry

August 30, 2024|Comments Off on The Importance of Your Value Proposition: Standing Out in the AEC Industry

By Kelly Jackson, Executive Director SLC3 In today’s competitive marketplace, especially within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry, a strong value proposition is key to success. Your value proposition—the clear articulation of what sets [...]

History of Labor Day

August 30, 2024|Comments Off on History of Labor Day

Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States, celebrated on the first Monday of September. The day honors the contributions and achievements of American workers, recognizing the role that labor has played in [...]

Training and Education is Critical, Not Optional

August 19, 2024|Comments Off on Training and Education is Critical, Not Optional

Training the workforce, especially in fields like construction, engineering, architecture, and related roles, is crucial for several reasons. Ongoing education and professional development have far-reaching benefits for companies, communities, and the construction industry as a [...]

Vessel Architecture: First Capitol Place Bank Demo Press Release

July 29, 2024|Comments Off on Vessel Architecture: First Capitol Place Bank Demo Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Vessel Architecture and Design and St. Charles Strategic Development Announce Demolition of Bank on First Capitol Place Site Saint Charles, MO – Vessel Architecture and Design, a leading architecture firm based in [...]

10 Reasons LEAN Construction is Effective

July 8, 2024|Comments Off on 10 Reasons LEAN Construction is Effective

LEAN construction works better for several reasons, emphasizing efficiency, waste reduction, and continuous improvement. Here are some key reasons why LEAN construction is effective: Waste Reduction: LEAN construction focuses on identifying and eliminating waste in [...]

Workplace Culture: Key Points & To Do’s

July 1, 2024|Comments Off on Workplace Culture: Key Points & To Do’s

Workplace culture is the environment that surrounds employees while they work. It is the blend of an organization's values, beliefs, traditions, behaviors, and attitudes that shapes how employees interact with one another and their work. [...]

7 Fun Facts You Might Not Know About Our National Holiday

June 27, 2024|Comments Off on 7 Fun Facts You Might Not Know About Our National Holiday

Declaration of Independence Signatures The Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, but most of the 56 signatures, including John Hancock's, were added on August 2, 1776. The holiday is celebrated on [...]

The History of Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom and Resilience

June 17, 2024|Comments Off on The History of Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom and Resilience

The History of Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom and Resilience Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19th, is a significant and historical holiday commemorating enslaved African Americans' emancipation in the United States. Its origins date back to 1865, [...]

5 Key MUSTS for Business Growth

May 23, 2024|Comments Off on 5 Key MUSTS for Business Growth

Are you thinking of starting your own business or already working on your labor of love? Growing a business involves strategic planning, execution, and continuous improvement. Here are five key steps you should take: Develop [...]

INEFFICIENCIES LEAD THE WAY IN CONSTRUCTION CHALLENGES

April 29, 2024|Comments Off on INEFFICIENCIES LEAD THE WAY IN CONSTRUCTION CHALLENGES

One of the construction industry's perennial challenges is productivity. Despite technological advancements and improvements in project management practices, construction projects often suffer from inefficiencies that lead to delays, cost overruns, and quality issues. Several factors [...]

WHAT IS AGILE PROJECT MANAGEMENT?

April 29, 2024|Comments Off on WHAT IS AGILE PROJECT MANAGEMENT?

Agile project management is a flexible and iterative approach to managing projects, primarily used in software development but applicable to various industries. It emphasizes collaboration, customer feedback, and the ability to respond to change quickly. [...]

HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT EARTH DAY TODAY AND EVERYDAY

April 22, 2024|Comments Off on HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT EARTH DAY TODAY AND EVERYDAY

There are several meaningful actions you can take today to support Earth Day and contribute to environmental conservation: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Start by practicing the three Rs. Reduce your consumption of single-use plastics and other [...]

EARTH DAY’S IMPACT ON THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

April 22, 2024|Comments Off on EARTH DAY’S IMPACT ON THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Earth Day is particularly significant to the construction industry for several reasons: Environmental Impact: Construction activities can have a substantial impact on the environment, including land use, resource consumption, and waste generation. Earth Day serves [...]

National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 15-19, 2024

April 10, 2024|Comments Off on National Work Zone Awareness Week, April 15-19, 2024

Please join us in spreading the word to drive safely through roadway work zones during National Work Zone Awareness Week. National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) is an annual spring campaign held at the start of [...]

Active & Planned Projects Around the STL Area

April 8, 2024|Comments Off on Active & Planned Projects Around the STL Area

Newest Additions: August 12, 2024 Note: We are happy to add/edit to the list! This is to share what work is currently happening around the metro area. If you have corrections or update, email us [...]

PARIC Holdings Appoints Kyle Lopez As New CEO, Joe McKee to Chairman

April 5, 2024|Comments Off on PARIC Holdings Appoints Kyle Lopez As New CEO, Joe McKee to Chairman

Released For:     PARIC Holdings For More Information:     Shannon Carroll –scarroll@paric.com / 636.561.9854 For Immediate Release (With Photos) St. Louis -- PARIC Holdings announces that Kyle Lopez, former President and Chief Operating Officer, has been named Chief Executive [...]

Top 10 Psychological Sales Strategies – #1 (Sense of Urgency)

April 1, 2024|Comments Off on Top 10 Psychological Sales Strategies – #1 (Sense of Urgency)

Creating a sense of urgency to work with you can be a highly effective strategy in sales and business development. Here's a step-by-step approach to implementing this strategy: Identify the Value Proposition: Clearly communicate the [...]

Women’s History Month Reflection & Admiration, by Kelly Jackson

March 18, 2024|Comments Off on Women’s History Month Reflection & Admiration, by Kelly Jackson

In 1987, Congress declared March as National Women’s History Month in perpetuity. A special Presidential Proclamation is issued every year which honors the extraordinary achievements of American women. Did you know former President Jimmy Carter [...]

Your Presentation Performance

February 27, 2024|Comments Off on Your Presentation Performance

Showmanship is part of being a speaker. These do's and don'ts will help keep all the trainees' eyes on you: Do’s Practice your presentation. You don't need to memorize it, but the more familiar you [...]

Black History Month: Honoring Robert Robinson Taylor, First Accredited African American Architect

February 12, 2024|Comments Off on Black History Month: Honoring Robert Robinson Taylor, First Accredited African American Architect

Robert Robinson Taylor (1868 – 1942) was the first academically trained and credentialed Black architect in America. He was born on June 8th, 1868, in Wilmington, North Carolina. His family’s background was more privileged than [...]

PARIC Promotes Employees to Senior Management Team with Focus on Growth in Four Market Sectors

February 6, 2024|Comments Off on PARIC Promotes Employees to Senior Management Team with Focus on Growth in Four Market Sectors

Under the leadership of Mike Rallo, Jr., PARIC Corp. is tackling the 2024 construction marketplace with a new approach. While still serving nine unique markets, a more focused, client-centric approach to four key sectors of [...]

SLC3 Highlight: Woody Zenfell, Former Executive Director and Builder of the Arch & Fighter to End Racial Bias in the Building Trades

February 5, 2024|Comments Off on SLC3 Highlight: Woody Zenfell, Former Executive Director and Builder of the Arch & Fighter to End Racial Bias in the Building Trades

Woody Zenfell, came to St. Louis in 1960 to become the government engineer in charge of building the Gateway Arch. And, he was the Executive Director of the St. Louis Council of Construction Consumers from [...]

Black History Month: Honoring Roy Wilkins, NAACP Founder

February 5, 2024|Comments Off on Black History Month: Honoring Roy Wilkins, NAACP Founder

ROY WILKINS, Executive Director, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Roy Ottoway Wilkins (August 30, 1901 – September 8, 1981) was a prominent activist in the Civil Rights Movement in the United States from the [...]

IMPROVING YOUR NEXT PRESENTATION

January 8, 2024|Comments Off on IMPROVING YOUR NEXT PRESENTATION

Choose a font style that your audience can read from a distance. Arial, Century Gothic, Helvetica are best. Choose a font size that your audience can read from a distance. MUST be over 18pt. Use [...]

The True Business Social Media Platform Ins & Outs

December 4, 2023|Comments Off on The True Business Social Media Platform Ins & Outs

At our Women's Leadership Lunch program we heard from Kathy Bernard (WiserU) a LinkedIn trainer and guru. She covered a lot of content in a short amount of time and hit on some key basic [...]

Top Trends to Impact the Construction Industry in 2024 for the STL Region

November 20, 2023|Comments Off on Top Trends to Impact the Construction Industry in 2024 for the STL Region

It's fascinating to see the evolving landscape of the construction industry and especially here in the St. Louis region. Addressing the labor shortage and navigating supply chain disruptions remain ongoing challenges, shaping how companies adapt [...]

2023 Gateway to Inclusion Workshop Recap

November 13, 2023|Comments Off on 2023 Gateway to Inclusion Workshop Recap

We held our annual Gateway to Inclusion Workshop on Wednesday, November 8th, and wow! What a great event! We want to take time to thank all of our hosts for their time and effort, along [...]

10 Biggest Mistakes for Business Owners

October 25, 2023|Comments Off on 10 Biggest Mistakes for Business Owners

It seems like you've listed common mistakes that entrepreneurs and business owners often make when starting or running a business. Let's briefly discuss each of these points: Not having a business plan: A business plan [...]

Day Five – Community Engagement

October 20, 2023|Comments Off on Day Five – Community Engagement

DAY FIVE: Community Engagement Community Engagement offerings for 2023 have been expanded into three broad areas: Education, Shelter, and Wellness. This broadens the reach and allows firms of any level to impact their local communities. [...]

2023 Biggest Trends and Needs from the SLC3

October 19, 2023|Comments Off on 2023 Biggest Trends and Needs from the SLC3

Key areas of focus for the AEC industry and what we are looking for: Technological Advancements: The construction industry has been increasingly adopting innovative technologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), drones, and augmented reality [...]

Construction Inclusion Week – Day Four

October 19, 2023|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week – Day Four

DAY FOUR: Workplace Culture Establishing and maintaining a positive workplace culture means that everyone gets to experience a workplace that is inclusive and respectful. We also know that a good culture leads to increased safety [...]

Day Three – Supplier Diversity

October 18, 2023|Comments Off on Day Three – Supplier Diversity

DAY THREE: Supplier Diversity What is supplier diversity and why is it important? Supplier diversity is a business practice that refers to the inclusion of businesses owned by diverse individuals or groups in the procurement [...]

Construction Inclusion Week – Day Two

October 17, 2023|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week – Day Two

DAY TWO: Belonging Education and understanding the implications of unconscious bias is critical to cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging.  Belonging is the sense that you are a valued member of a community. When people feel [...]

Why Membership of SLC3?

October 16, 2023|Comments Off on Why Membership of SLC3?

Why Membership of SLC3? Membership in a construction association holds significant importance, especially in a dynamic and evolving industry like construction. The SLC3’ four key pillars of innovation, continuing education, equity empowerment, and collaboration brings [...]

Construction Inclusion Week – Day One

October 16, 2023|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week – Day One

DAY ONE: Commitment & Accountability To fully realize a culture of inclusion and belonging requires both leadership commitment and accountability to ourselves and others.  Neither leadership nor accountability are top-down but rather shared responsibilities that [...]

Marsh McLennan Agency Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid Training

October 9, 2023|Comments Off on Marsh McLennan Agency Virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid Training

Let's Talk: How to Support Mental Health Adult Mental Health First Aid Training Marsh McLennan Agency is offering a Mental Health First Aid Training opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about how to help [...]

Executive Committee and Board Member Spotlight – Anna Leavey, Anna Leavey LLC

September 27, 2023|Comments Off on Executive Committee and Board Member Spotlight – Anna Leavey, Anna Leavey LLC

Anna Leavey, Owner/Principal at Anna Leavey LLC. Anna Leavey LLC serves as an Owner’s Representative and design and construction Program Management consultant. Anna serves on our Board of Directors and Executive Committee. She has extensive [...]

Bond Architects Principal-in-Charge Receives Award for Decades of Industry Advocacy

September 8, 2023|Comments Off on Bond Architects Principal-in-Charge Receives Award for Decades of Industry Advocacy

Susan Pruchnicki will be recognized by AIA Missouri for her work on legislation impacting Missouri’s architects.  St. Louis, MO – Susan Pruchnicki, FAIA LEED AP+ IDIC, will receive a Distinguished Service Award from AIA Missouri [...]

September is National Suicide Prevention Month

August 28, 2023|Comments Off on September is National Suicide Prevention Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. The construction industry has dedicated September 4th - September 8th, 2023, as Construction Suicide Prevention Week to raise awareness about the unique challenges workers face in construction that lead [...]

Jack Thomas Legacy

August 28, 2023|Comments Off on Jack Thomas Legacy

On August 23rd the SLC3 honored the late Jack Thomas Jr.   Fran Wiggins (St. Louis Lambert Airport) and Nate Adams (St. Louis County) shared some words about Jack along with his obituary provided by his [...]

National Survey on Buyer Behaviors Seeking AEC Providers (2023)

August 14, 2023|Comments Off on National Survey on Buyer Behaviors Seeking AEC Providers (2023)

Buyers of AEC services are segmented by a variety of ways and requirements between government and non-government buyers are quite different. However, outside of typical Statements of Qualifications, Proposals, SF330's, here is some food for [...]

Pat Coleman to Lead Alberici Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

July 31, 2023|Comments Off on Pat Coleman to Lead Alberici Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

  Pat Coleman, MBA, has joined Alberici as vice president of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) where she will serve as champion, change agent and strategic leader to support the firm’s commitment to recruiting and retaining a [...]

NOTICE: Standard Construction Specification for Sewers and Drainage Facilities – 2023

July 24, 2023|Comments Off on NOTICE: Standard Construction Specification for Sewers and Drainage Facilities – 2023

The Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District has revised the “Standard Construction Specification for Sewers and Drainage Facilities - 2009” and it will be replaced with the “Standard Construction Specification for Sewers and Drainage Facilities - [...]

What Does 5 Generations Mean to Our Workforce, Projects, and Our Future?

July 21, 2023|Comments Off on What Does 5 Generations Mean to Our Workforce, Projects, and Our Future?

Last Thursday, we hosted our 5 Generations in The Workplace event at Maggiano’s. Tina Asher from Build U Up Consulting spoke on the importance of being aware of and understanding the differences within each generation [...]

Workplace MUSTS in 2023

July 14, 2023|Comments Off on Workplace MUSTS in 2023

Statistics show that 6300 people die daily due to work-related accidents or diseases while 340 million occupational accidents are reported worldwide. These accidents also cause economic drawbacks to businesses, hurt your safety record and of course it is not [...]

SLC3 Celebrates Women in Construction Week – Lus Haberberger, LUZCO Technologies, LLC.

March 10, 2023|Comments Off on SLC3 Celebrates Women in Construction Week – Lus Haberberger, LUZCO Technologies, LLC.

Lusnail Rondón Haberberger is the founder and CEO of LUZCO Technologies, LLC. She harnessed her electrical engineering and project management skills to launch LUZCO Technologies in 2017. Under her leadership, LUZCO grew from a one-person [...]

SLC3 Celebrates Women in Construction Week – Nicole Adewale, ABNA Engineering

March 7, 2023|Comments Off on SLC3 Celebrates Women in Construction Week – Nicole Adewale, ABNA Engineering

Nicole Adewale LEED AP, Principal / Owner, ABNA Engineering, Inc. As a co-founder of ABNA, Nicole is highly involved in the day-to-day management of ABNA; which has grown from its humble beginnings in 1994 as a two-person [...]

SLC3 Women in Construction Week Highlight – Roslyn Croft, Tarlton Corporation

March 6, 2023|Comments Off on SLC3 Women in Construction Week Highlight – Roslyn Croft, Tarlton Corporation

Roslyn Croft, Inclusion & Diversity Manager, Tarlton Corporation Roslyn Croft serves as Inclusion & Diversity Manager for Tarlton Corporation, where she has been employed since 2009. In this role, she is the point person for the [...]

Build My Future STL

January 27, 2023|Comments Off on Build My Future STL

Construction Career Day & Industry Showcase Build My Future STL gives students the opportunity to spend a day in the Construction Industry through and interactive showcase Wednesday, April 26, 2023: 9am-2pm (high schools only) & [...]

Fall 2022 Bootcamp – Missouri Consortium for Construction Innovation (MO-CCI)

October 24, 2022|Comments Off on Fall 2022 Bootcamp – Missouri Consortium for Construction Innovation (MO-CCI)

Facilities and Technical Leadership Bootcamp, Part I (Fall 2022)  November 11-12 | 8 a.m. -  5 p.m. Alberici Headquarters | 8800 Page Ave. | St. Louis, MO 63114 Detailed Topic Agenda  Learning Objectives:  Apply ASHRAE [...]

Construction Inclusion Week – Day 5

October 21, 2022|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week – Day 5

Day Five: Community Engagement  Welcome to the Class of 2032 (3rd Grade)!  Creating a more diverse and inclusive construction industry will not happen overnight, but there are actions we can take now to inspire the [...]

Construction Inclusion Week – Day 4

October 20, 2022|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week – Day 4

Day Four: Workplace Culture  Establishing and maintaining a positive workplace culture means that everyone gets to experience a workplace that is inclusive and respectful. We know what a good team environment feels like. We also [...]

Construction Inclusion Week – Day 3

October 19, 2022|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week – Day 3

DAY THREE: Supplier Diversity  What is supplier diversity and why is it important?  Supplier diversity is a business practice that refers to the inclusion of businesses owned by diverse individuals or groups in the procurement of goods [...]

Construction Inclusion Week – Day 2

October 18, 2022|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week – Day 2

Day Two: Belonging  Education and understanding the implications of unconscious bias is critical to cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging. Belonging is that sense you get that you are a valued member of a [...]

Construction Inclusion Week – Day 1

October 17, 2022|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week – Day 1

DAY ONE: Commitment & Accountability  To fully realize a culture of inclusion and belonging requires both leadership commitment and accountability to ourselves and others. Neither leadership nor accountability are top-down but rather shared responsibilities that [...]

Construction Inclusion Week (Oct. 17-Oct. 21)

September 28, 2022|Comments Off on Construction Inclusion Week (Oct. 17-Oct. 21)

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6980868054985441280 Registration reminder! Major #ConstructionInclusionWeek planning content coming this month! Make sure your company/organization is registered: visit http://constructioninclusionweek.com to sign up. When registering, upload your logo to be featured in our participant showcase. All graphics [...]

Suicide Prevention Awareness in the Construction Industry by Rick Reams, Murphy

September 1, 2022|Comments Off on Suicide Prevention Awareness in the Construction Industry by Rick Reams, Murphy

September is Suicide Prevention Month which means many organizations and industries will place a special emphasis on mental wellbeing and suicide prevention. Suicide is a national crisis with roughly 46,000 deaths by suicide per year. [...]

OSHA HEAT STANDARD – By Jason Unwin, TJ Wies

June 13, 2022|Comments Off on OSHA HEAT STANDARD – By Jason Unwin, TJ Wies

OSHA's Heat Illness Prevention campaign, Helps educate employers and workers on the dangers of working in the heat. Through training sessions, outreach events, informational sessions, publications, social media messaging and media appearances, millions of workers [...]

Hackers Thank You for These 3 Slip-Ups by: Sunil G. Thakkar, P.E. – TeamLogicIT

May 20, 2022|Comments Off on Hackers Thank You for These 3 Slip-Ups by: Sunil G. Thakkar, P.E. – TeamLogicIT

Leave it to the Dark Reading website to bring hidden vulnerabilities into the light. In an eye-opening exposé, white-hat hackers and social engineers reveal several forehead-slapping ways your employees (including HR staff) can unwittingly help [...]

Eligibility Requirements for STL Small Business Grant Fund

March 30, 2022|Comments Off on Eligibility Requirements for STL Small Business Grant Fund

Here is the link to the St. Louis City Page regarding the City Fund: https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/sldc/sbgf/index.cfm Attention small business members... On Monday, April 4, 2022, the City of St. Louis will launch the Small Business Grant Fund [...]

Obstacles That Minorities in Construction Face

February 18, 2022|Comments Off on Obstacles That Minorities in Construction Face

Obstacles That Minorities in Construction Face Posted By: Jeremy Schaedler Professional Development Resources for Minorities in Construction Construction is one of the most lucrative and fastest-growing industries in America, but the industry has been challenged by [...]

2022 1st Quarter Newsletter

January 6, 2022|Comments Off on 2022 1st Quarter Newsletter

http://https://myemail.constantcontact.com/SLC3-2022-1st-Quarter-News.html?soid=1115189453771&aid=Hn8Pd1s8N70    

Member Kwame’s Tony Thompson’s Remarkable Career Celebrated by St. Louis American

January 5, 2022|Comments Off on Member Kwame’s Tony Thompson’s Remarkable Career Celebrated by St. Louis American

Tony Thompson - The St. Louis American’s 2021 Person of the Year Posted on 01/01/2022 Photo by Wiley Price | St. Louis American From St. Louis American:  When Anthony “Tony” Thompson founded Kwame Building Group in [...]