ADVOCATING FOR THE INDUSTRY


safety topic of mental health, suicide prevention and substance use disorder in the construction industry. “Advocating on mental health


is vitally important for our industry and our members,” Mello said. “We are looking to make a true difference not only in the state in construction but also in the lives of individuals who work in this industry and their families. In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and the conver- sations around mental health, suicide prevention and substance abuse, we did see an elevated need for increasing awareness and support. I see this as the start of something major.”


Chris Smith, Senior Government Affairs Manager, Northern & Central California


Backed by a decade of experience working on local, state and federal


“There’s a saying in politics: you are either at the table or on the menu. The only way you are going to make sure your voice is hard is making sure you are with a group that is advocating together.” – Chris Smith


policy campaigns, Chris Smith puts his experience and skills to good use repre- senting AGC and member companies before Northern and Central California policymakers. He manages our AGC


Highway & Trans- portation Division, responds to regional policy and regulatory concerns from members and provide updates at district and regional board meetings. Smith’s approach to advocacy is


simple. “Our number one focus is members first,” he commented. “Teir needs drive what we do every single day.”


Key areas of focus in the Northern Continued on page 14


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