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Representation Matters in Construction: New Media Library Amplifies Industry Diversity 

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As one step to heighten diversity and representation in the industry, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk recently launched the Construction Diversity Image?Library. Autodesk commissioned several photoshoots with AGC member firms to create the initial collection of images. Talent Shortage .

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Behind the Build: Interview with Maggie Farrell, Diversity & HR Manager at S. M. Wilson & Co.

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For these reasons (and so much more), construction businesses must focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and ensure that every employee feels included and represented. Maggie Farrell , Diversity & HR Manager at S. Wilson & Co. shares valuable insights and examples of how companies can improve their initiatives.

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Digital Builder Ep 27: 3 Key Takeaways on the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA)

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Industry leaders from Associated General Contractors (AGC) of America and Shumaker Advisors joined me to talk about what the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA) really means for the future of the industry. He continues, “The IIJA also includes proposals that have diversity, equity, and inclusion metrics built into them.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Henry Nutt III, Preconstruction Executive, Southland Industries

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According to the Society for Human Research Management (SHRM) and McKinsey & Company, they prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). In addition to his day job, Henry is also the Chair for the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) National Diversity & Inclusion Steering Committee. Read his story below.

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We Analyzed 600+ Construction Job Listings for Gender Bias: What We Found Surprised Us

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The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk also recently launched the Construction Diversity Image Library to increase representation of industry diversity. The library provides media imagery of diverse talent in the construction workforce, including women, people of color, and people of varying ages.

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Hard Hats & Crafts – Celebrating Women Leaders in Construction Safety

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Doug Swenson with the AGC of MN has been a great mentor and taught me everything I know about cranes and heavy equipment. She got me started in construction and helped me get my job at Mortenson. So, I might not be doing what I am doing today if she hadn’t paved the way for me.

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PSMJ Resources Blog: MHC says starts rise in August; housing is.

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Major national retailers at AGC’s Public-Private Industry Advisory Council meeting on Friday reported they expect to spend more on distribution facilities in 2012 than on new or remodeled stores as they consolidate and speed deliveries to stores and respond to growing online orders. Single-family starts dipped 1.4%