Bridging Academia and Industry
The 2025 CIB World Building Congress Industry Forum.
Wishes Granted—By the Trimmer Construction Education Fund
Half a century after its founding, the nonprofit Trimmer Construction Education Fund is still driving major construction education efforts.
Grand Slam: Phillies Partner With NEST to Address Skilled-Labor Shortage
The Philadelphia Phillies and South Jersey-based facilities management firm NEST are stepping up to the plate to tackle labor shortages in the trades and bringing skilled trades education directly to the next generation in a major-league way.
Future-Proofing: Spend Your Money Smarter
The economy is more uncertain than ever, and construction companies may feel the instinct to cut spending as a result. While simply spending less is an option, strategic spending in workforce management can prevent cost leaks and lock in the right skilled labor to keep your company moving forward.
An Apple a Day: Carhartt’s Inaugural Steel Apple Awards
Carhartt’s inaugural Steel Apple Awards honor teachers in the construction industry with $10,000, and their students with brand new gear.
New Kids on the Block: NAWIC’s Block Kids Competition
The National Association of Women in Construction Philadelphia Foundation is welcoming kids to the construction zone and putting their creativity to the test in the ultimate kid-friendly construction showdown.
News Briefs: May-June 2025
ABC is entering the aerospace industry; equipment rental booms despite economic hindrance.
‘It’s Just How I Live’: ABC’s 2025 Craft Professional of the Year, Chris Weaver
Craft Professional Chris Weaver: ‘I want to leave this industry better than I found it. That means teaching, empowering and always pushing for excellence.’
