FEBRUARY 2, 2026

TOP GBCA NEWS ● CLC UPDATE ● GBCA EVENTS

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TOP GBCA NEWS

GBCA Member Spotlight: DeWalt Industrial Tool Co

Since 1924, DeWalt Industrial Tool Co has supported the skilled trades with professional-grade tools and a long-standing commitment to workforce development through its Grow the Trades initiative.

GBCA’s Erin Dwyer Harvard Named in City & State’s Who’s Who in Government Affairs

GBCA’s Erin Dwyer Harvard has been named a 2026 Government Relations Honoree by City & State Pennsylvania, recognizing her leadership in elevating GBCA’s public affairs and advocacy efforts across the region.

2026 Construction Technology Expo
May 13, 8:30am - 4:30pm, Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

Exhibit or sponsor the 9th Annual Construction Technology Expo! Presented by Microsol Resources, Graitec Group, this premier event connects technology providers directly with contractors and industry decision-makers looking for innovative solutions.

36th Annual National AGC Safety Awards Program

Deadline: February 13, 2026

Have your company's safety record nationally recognized! ACG's National Safety Awards program honors contractors (GCs, CMs, and specialty contractors) with exceptional 2025 safety records.

CLC UPDATE

LAST CALL TO REGISTER: CLC Kickoff Event

February 5, 3:30pm - 5:30pm, GBCA Training Room

Start the year with us as we bring together CLC members for an engaging and informative kickoff meeting. We’ll review expectations for the year ahead, share upcoming initiatives and opportunities, and hear directly from our CLC Officers as they introduce themselves and outline their roles.


After the meeting, we will continue the conversation at a networking reception at Lucy’s—just a one-minute walk from the GBCA office.


Attendance is limited to CLC members. To register, please contact Meg Ginsberg or Marybeth Gerdelmann.

GBCA EVENTS

Built to Be Digital: Tools for Today’s Contractor

February 26, 12pm - 1pm, Online

Led by Ben Hofferman and Mark Severance of RKL eSolutions, Built to Be Digital: Tools for Today’s Contractor explores how cloud-based accounting technologies can help construction companies improve efficiency, visibility, and profitability.


If you are an Affiliate member and would be interested in hosting a webinar, please reach out to Marybeth Gerdelmann.

OSHA 30 Hour Training Course

March 16 - 19, 7:30am - 4:00pm, Med-Tex Services, Inc.

Earn your OSHA 30-Hour Construction Training certification! This four-day course provides in-depth instruction on recognizing, avoiding, and preventing workplace hazards—ideal for supervisors and professionals with safety responsibilities.

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RESOURCES

What it Means to Belong in the Construction Industry

Erin O’Brien-Hofmann of International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 21 shares a powerful perspective on mentorship, inclusion, and why creating pathways for women strengthens the entire construction industry.

GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Portable Ladder Safety: Weather-Related Hazards

This GBCA Toolbox Talk highlights weather-related hazards that can affect portable ladder safety and provides practical guidance to help crews prevent slips, instability, and long-term ladder damage in changing conditions.

AGC RESOURCES & NEWS

AGC Member Discount Program

The AGC Member Discount Programs offer a variety of benefits to members, including access to high-quality services, state-of-the-art technologies, and premier products.


Through partnerships with leading companies, AGC is able to provide discounts on a wide range of products and services. These discounts are designed to help members save money and improve daily business operations.

INDUSTRY NEWS

SOTF Hosts Military Special Operators & Industry Professionals Networking Mixer

March 5, 5:30pm - 7:30pm, Seven Tower Bridge

Join the Special Operators Transition Foundation (SOTF) for a networking mixer connecting military Special Operators and industry professionals supporting the Philadelphia-area workforce.

Submit to EPDACI’s 2026 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards Program

Submission Deadline: Mach 13, 2026

Submissions are now open for the 2026 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards presented by Eastern Pennsylvania and Delaware Chapter of the American Concrete Institute.

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