People Powered: Gaylor Electric Is ABC’s 2025 Contractor of the Year
Gaylor Electric’s employees are wired differently—and they’ve earned ABC’s Contractor of the Year award to prove it.
Organization Culture
All in Together: The Origins of Construction Safety Week
Building a safer industry is the foundation of Construction Safety Week. This week-long campaign started in 2014 when more than 40 companies joined forces to promote safety.
A National Chair’s Work Is Never Done: A Farewell Interview With Buddy Henley
Buddy Henley reflects on his year of service as 2024 ABC National Chair, and prepares for another great year ahead and to pass the baton to David Pugh.
Road Warriors: Making Work Travel Work Better
Work travel is back but not necessarily better. A new report reveals where workers wish they had more travel options.
ABC Turns 75!
On the eve of Associated Builders and Contractors’ 75th anniversary, we take a pause to reflect and look forward.
Breaking the Silence
The construction industry is facing a silent but critical challenge: employee mental health. One in four construction workers has admitted to contemplating suicide—one of the highest rates across all sectors. Companies can no longer be silent.
Evaluating the Effect of Historic Masculinity on the Construction Industry’s Future
While efforts to fight for mental health in the construction industry have improved, a stigma of masculinity still lingers.
Planning to Succeed: Ensuring Proper Knowledge Transfer Before Your Construction Leaders Retire
Thinking ahead, defining key positions and ensuring knowledge transfer takes place—these are the key steps to ensure your construction company is prepared for the future when leaders decide to hang up their hard hats.
