Three Ways to Diversify Your Subcontractor Base
It’s no secret: general contractors have a trusted list of subcontractors they prefer to work with. But did you know this could be hindering your growth in the construction industry? By diversifying your construction team, you can encourage more informed decision-making, increase productivity, and create a welcoming, inclusive environment. At ConstructReach, we understand the importance […]
Construction Insights with Brenda Curry
Brenda Curry Curtom-Dunsmuir CEO Brenda Curry is a native of Los Angeles. She earned a B.A. degree from the University of California at San Diego; a Masters degree from the University of Southern California; and is a graduate of the Minority Developers Executive Program at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In 1982, Brenda founded and is […]
Construction Insights with Nathan Kowallis
Nathan Kowallis McCarthy Vice President of Operations Nate Kowallis is a commercial construction professional with more than two decades of experience. Before attending Brigham Young University, Nate worked as a carpenter and roofer on residential construction projects in California. Upon graduating, he continued to develop his field and operations skills working as a field superintendent, […]
Construction Insights with Reid Ribble
Reid Ribble NRCA’s CEO The Honorable Reid Ribble is NRCA’s CEO. Before becoming CEO, Reid served six years in the U.S. House of Representatives. During his tenure, he served on the Agriculture, Transportation and Infrastructure, Budget and Finance, and Foreign Affairs Committees, where he served as vice chairman of the Committee on Emerging Threats. […]
Virtual Interviews & Resume Tips
Meet the Panelists Michael B. Kennedy Jr. KAI, CEO As CEO, Michael embraces change in this ever-evolving industry. His innovative and entrepreneurial spirit has helped make KAI a technology front-runner through the early adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and other cutting-edge technologies. A second-generation leader, Michael worked closely with his father, Michael Sr., KAI’s […]
Mental Health in Construction
Meet the Panelists Roberta Moore Founder, EQ-i A licensed psychotherapist and executive coach with nearly four decades experience in professional services, Roberta Moore is the founder of EQ-i Coach and author of Emotion at Work: Unleashing the Secret Power of Emotional Intelligence . Certified in Emotional Intelligence through Multi-Health Systems, Inc., Moore utilizes her extensive […]
The Future of Construction
Meet the Panelists Nelly Augustyn Chipman Design Architecture, Senior Managing Director In her twelve years with Chipman Design Architecture, Nelly Augustyn has acted as both Project Manager as well as Project Architect for numerous retail and restaurant accounts. Running national expansion accounts for Ulta Beauty, Potbelly Sandwich Works and Bally Total Fitness. Recent projects include […]
Construction Basics
Thomas Crowther The Crowther Group, CEO In March 2017, after a 20-year General Construction Career, he founded The Crowther Group, a general construction firm located in Dallas, TX. The firm has been awarded projects with Fortune 50 enterprises and Dallas County’s largest healthcare system, of which 30% of budget is with Disadvantaged and Minority businesses. […]
COVID-19’s Impact on Construction
Meet the Panelists Steve Makredes Target Corporation, Vice President of Construction Steve Makredes, Vice President of Construction, leads the corporation’s Construction Capital Program including: New Stores, Remodels, Maintenance projects and Distribution Centers. He has experience designing big box retail as well as multi-story mixed use developments. He holds a degree in civil engineering master’s in […]
How to Personalize Your Resume
Personalizing your resume can be a key factor to how the hiring manager chooses candidates for an in-person interview. Applying for jobs with a resume that looks similar to other potential candidates, or simply blends in the pile can lower your chances of standing out. Your resume should emphasize your strengths as well as why […]
