The closing session for Construct
2024 featured a panel discussion on upcoming election predictions, political analysis, incoming laws and regulations impacting California contractors. Te session was moderated by AGC of Cal- ifornia advocate Felipe Fuentes, The Apex Group, and featured panelists Alex Etchen, vice president of government relations at AGC of America, Michael Quigley with California Alliance for Jobs, and Melanie Perron, senior advocate at Te Apex Group.
Opportunity to Learn, Grow and Connect CONSTRUCT 2024 offered ample oppor- tunities for participants to learn and con- nect across all generations and industry roles and sectors. All new this year, several “Showcase” sessions spotlighted key mar- ket sectors from water-wastewater and education to rail, airport, and transpor- tation construction. During the sessions, attendees heard from and interacted with owners and leaders from an array of public and private agencies involved in those sectors throughout California. Additionally, over a dozen educa-
tional sessions over three days offered student and general attendees valuable information on everything from artificial intelligence for construction to staying ahead of the new Cal/OSHA regulations and enforcement trends for contractors, among other topics. Several social and networking events
provided additional opportunities to connect, including a welcome reception, Expo with 28 exhibitors, Tursday Night Bash and a Friday golf tournament. Plans are already underway for Con-
struct 2025, slated for October 8-11, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency in Indian Wells. Visit AGC of California’s website at
www.agc-
ca.org for more on additional upcoming events in 2025.
Accepting the Chapter of the Year of Award on behalf of AGC of California are (left to right) Brian Mello, associate vice president, engagement & regulatory affairs; 2024 President Steve Rule, Turner Construction; Peter Tateishi, CEO; Juliana Almanza, chief of staff; and 2024 President-Elect Pat Kelly, Granite Construction.
AGC of CA Wins National Chapter of the Year
AGC of California was honored to receive the 2024 Chapter of the Year award from AGC of America recently. The award recognizes chapters that have made a significant impact at both the state and regional levels. In announcing the prestigious and highly coveted honor during AGC of
California’s CONSTRUCT 2024 conference, CEO Peter Tateishi commented, “It’s a testament to the leadership, innovation, and commitment to service that our chapter continuously demonstrates within our industry. This achievement reflects the collective efforts of our members, and we are excited to share this honor with all of you who have helped us lead the way!” Tateishi noted that the prestigious honor represents a culmination of hard
work that began five years ago to build a stronger association; one that would build on AGC of California’s legacy while also repositioning it to meet the needs of a strong future for construction in the state. The result of efforts by AGC of California’s industry-leading board of directors,
staff, and members has been a significant growth in membership to the highest contractor count to date, increased member engagement, increased revenues, and the launch of an array of new programs including Build California, DEI Fo- rums, SUB Forums, owner showcases, and more.
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