ANNUAL REPORT
2019
CONTENTS 02
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT & CEO
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LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
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ABOUT GBCA
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LEADERSHIP
08
COMMITTEES
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MEMBERSHIP
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SAFETY
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EDUCATION
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CONSTRUCTION LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
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GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
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MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
25
FINANCE
26
2019 MEMBERS
28
GBCA STAFF
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DATES TO REMEMBER
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WE ARE GBCA. We are making history. We are building community. We are the voice of the commercial construction industry. And together, we will continue to set the standard of building excellence. Now in our 129th year of service, I am truly honored to lead an association that has such a remarkable past, as well as a bright future. In 2019, your GBCA worked hard to do this in so many ways. This 2019 Annual Report details many of the achievements of your association over the past year. And, of course, this would not be possible without the support of you, our members. Without your partnership, this city, this region and this industry would not stand as proudly as we do today. Together we are building this skyline. Together we are setting the bar higher and higher, and achieving excellence. What you do is foundational – construction is at the root of all economic and societal progress. Every civilization must build to thrive. Without the construction industry there is no infrastructure to travel on, communicate through, live, work, or play in. And yet, we remain an underappreciated industry. We believe that GBCA and other organizations like us exist to correct this.
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Our mission to promote the industry and drive positive change is directly impacted by the collective efforts of the individuals who make up our organization. The involvement of our members — demonstrated through our active and expanded committees, sold-out attendance at all key events, and overwhelming support of charitable endeavors and community service projects — speaks volumes about what we can accomplish when we work together. Our GBCA community continues to raise the bar for the construction industry nationwide. In 2019, we hosted the National AGC Leadership Development Conference in Philadelphia. We executed a fall protection training that was funded by a national AGC grant. GBCA Board Member, Charles Cook, was named the national Educator of the Year by AGC of America as well. On a more local level, GBCA’s advocacy efforts effectively halted a 300% increase to contractor parking fees in Philadelphia, saving the industry $4.5 million through April 2020.
2019 was an exciting year, something that is only possible because of the tremendous support from you, the members of GBCA, as well as the support of the GBCA board of directors and executive committee who volunteer their time, talent and vision to the association. And, of course the innovative tireless work of the GBCA staff – who care deeply about you, the members, the association and the industry. As we charge into 2020, your GBCA cannot wait to go further, dig deeper, climb higher and reach even greater heights! BENJAMIN J. CONNORS, ESQ. President & CEO
LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Board of Directors, members, and staff of the GBCA have so much to be proud of as we celebrate our accomplishments in 2019. GBCA initiatives in education, workforce development, labor relations, advocacy, training, and networking opportunities are what sets our members apart. And, in turn, GBCA members represent the best, the brightest and the safest in the industry. It’s true: We set the standard of building excellence. In 2020, GBCA will continue our legacy of leadership. We are dedicated to delivering best-in-class tools, top-ofthe-line educational programming, the highest standards of safety, and other informative tools such as our magazine, Construction Today, our weekly e-newsletter, our social media outlets and blog. We look forward to continuing to guide the industry during this exciting time. As we move forward, we will continue to focus on the next generation of industry leaders. Our Construction Leadership Council is growing and leading new initiatives that will empower young leaders to pursue successful, rewarding careers. In 2019, our driven CLC group hosted the National AGC Leadership Conference bringing young construction industry leaders from around the country right here to Philly, where they could see all that union contractors can do.
better trained, and fully equipped union construction workforce. In 2019 those efforts began to pay dividends. Through our partnership with top-of-the-line programs like CAPP and CARP, we are building a solid and prepared workforce, derived from the very neighborhoods in which we build. I am humbled and honored to serve as the first-ever third generation Chairman of GBCA’s Board. In the coming year, I will continue to build upon both GBCA and my family’s legacy in the industry. I will continue to ensure that we are readying the association, and the entire union commercial construction industry, to thrive for many more years to come. And in my final year as chairman of the board I will use my time to continue to build on our vital relationships with our building trade partners. There is much we can accomplish together. We are GBCA. We are making history. We are building community. We are the voice of the union construction industry. And together, we will continue to set the standard of building excellence. I am truly proud to be able to serve this organization and industry as Chairman of the board. Joe Clearkin Chairman of the Board
A few years ago, your GBCA Board of Directors decided to focus on workforce development, working with our building trades to cultivate a more diverse,
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WE ARE GBCA A history of promoting skill, integrity and responsibility. As one of America’s oldest trade associations, we advance commercial construction in the Philadelphia region by serving as a powerful voice and a critical resource. Established in 1891, we are the Philadelphia chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). We provide 300 member companies with access to advocacy, networking opportunities, safety services, education and training programs. We proudly support and promote union commercial construction, and take strides toward advancing the industry with workforce development initiatives.
OUR MISSION
General Building Contractors Association advances the union commercial, industrial, and institutional construction industry by serving members as the leader in labor relations, education, advocacy, safety, and networking opportunities.
A RECOGNIZED LEADER. When members want to improve how their business operates, they turn to us. We provide a forum where members engage in collaborative activities that promote education, safety, marketing and better relationships within the industry as well as with labor and government. Our membership ranks include commercial, industrial and institutional general contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers and construction service firms located in southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, southern New Jersey, and the eastern shore of Maryland.
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WE ARE COLLABORATIVE GBCA works in partnership with several complementary organizations, including adjacent industry associations, to advance our mission and the voice of the construction industry. These organizations include: American Institute of Architects Architectural Glass & Metal Association Building Owners & Managers Association Philadelphia Center City Proprietors Association Commercial Real Estate Development Association Construction Owners Association of America Employing Bricklayers Association Mid-Atlantic Construction Safety Council National Association of Women in Construction National Electrical Contractors Association Society of Marketing Professional Services The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia Urban Land Institute Women in Commercial Real Estate
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2019 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Featuring top leaders from several of the leading construction companies in the region, our Board of Directors and specialized committees help guide the strategic direction and ongoing efforts of our association.
Joseph P. Clearkin Chairman of the Board James J. Clearkin, Inc.
Michael K. Armento Senior Vice Chairman Torcon, Inc.
Craig Melograno Vice Chairman Philadelphia D&M, Inc.
Jim J. Dolente, Sr. Immediate Past Chairman Madison Concrete Construction
BENJAMIN J. CONNORS, ESQ.
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President & CEO General Building Contractors Association
Patrick S. Pasquariello, III Treasurer P. Agnes, Inc.
2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
G. Christopher Beck Turner Construction Company
Vicki W. Lee Old Philadelphia Associates, Inc.
Michael A. Stepnowski* Stepnowski Bros., Inc.
Emily L. Bittenbender* Bittenbender Construction, LP
Todd Lofgren Skanska USA Building Inc
Mack Stulb* LF Driscoll
William A. Cobb, Jr.* Haverstick-Borthwick Company
Frank T. Lutter Frank T. Lutter, Inc.
Charles W. Cook R. S. Cook and Associates, Inc.
David E. Panichi* T.N. Ward Company
James A. Viner HSC Builders & Construction Managers
Edward DeAngelis EDA Contractors, Inc.
Frances A. Pietrini* B. Pietrini & Sons, Inc.
Michael G. Erickson C. Erickson & Sons, Inc.
Stephen W. Pouppirt* Clemens Construction Company, Inc.
Michael M. Gerardi C. H. Schwertner & Son, Inc. John E. Healy, III Healy Long & Jevin, Inc. Maura Hesdon Shoemaker Construction Co . B. Scott Holloway Josam Company
*Past Chairman
Philip F. Radomski* Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc. Craig J. Sabatino INTECH Construction, LLC Nicholas K. Sabia D.M. Sabia & Company, Inc. Mark Spadaccino Dale Construction, LLC
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COMMITTE COMMITTEES
EDUCATION COMMITTEE Helps establish the program agenda and course curricula available to eligible GBCA member employees and works to facilitate professional development opportunities and student involvement.
AIA/GBCA JOINT COMMITTEE Works with members of the American Institute of Architects Philadelphia Chapter on issues of mutual interest. John DeFazio Co-Chairman L.F. Driscoll Company, LLC Joshua Levy, AIA, LEED AP* Co-Chairman Ballinger Ramla Benaissa, PhD, AIA, LEED AP* Ramla Benaissa Architects Eric C. Brodfuehrer, NCARB, AIA, LEED BD+C* Ankura Consulting Group Ashley H. Buono, Esquire Parker McCay P.A. William (Bill) Cobb Haverstick-Borthwick Company Thomas Fizzano Fizzano Bros. Concrete Products, Inc. Julianne Foley* AIA Philadelphia Angela Hendrix General Building Contractors Association
Michael Koza P.J. Dick, Inc. Kevin Malawski, AIA, LEED AP* Karbon Architects Chuck Parker, RA, AIA, LEEDAP* Stantec Mark Purcell, AIA, CCM, LEED AP* Arora Engineers Inc. Erin K.M. Roark, AIA, LEED AP* WRT Design Edward Robinson* Edward Robinson Architecture Denise Thompson, AIA, LEED AP BD+C* Francis Cauffman Terry Webb Eureka Metal & Glass Services, Inc. *AIA member of the committee
Jim Carpenter Gilbane Building Company Arthur P. Cobb Haverstick-Borthwick Company Charles W. Cook Chairman R.S. Cook and Associates, Inc.
Established to fulfill the need to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the construction industry. Mary Kate Radomski Chair Education Chair Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc.
Gene Rose Jr. Safety Chair Armor Masonry & Restoration, Inc.
Casey Kehoe Events Chair Revolution Recovery LLC
Ronald Zawacki Government Affairs Chair Siemens Industry, Inc.
Christina Pasquariello Membership Chair P. Agnes, Inc.
Reggie Asare, CSP CHST, EHS Past Chair Skanska USA Building, Inc.
Edward Seglias Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC
David La Rosa CBIZ MHM, LLC
Jim Smith Armor Masonry Restoration, Inc.
Jonathan Martin Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc.
William Joyce Tutor Perini
Al Meloni Siemens Industry, Inc.
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE Monitors and addresses legislative, regulatory, and public policy matters, keeping GBCA in the forefront of topical and emerging issues that impact the industry on local, state, and national levels. Philip Radomski Chairman Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc. Emily L. Bittenbender Bittenbender Construction, LP
Raymond DePiano Window Repairs & Restoration John Dorsey Jr. Davis Bucco Makara & Dorsey Stanley B. Edelstein Fineman, Krekstein & Harris P.C. Lou Fillippone Graboyes Commercial Window and Glass Solutions Frederick Gerngross, Esq. Black & Gerngross, P.C.
Joseph Kessler Dilworth Paxson LLP Steve Lykens Mara Restoration, Inc. Timothy Mason Sr. STV Construction, Inc. Matthew Morgan INTECH Construction, LLC Joe Pace AmQuip Crane Rental LLC Carol Horne Penn Clemens Construction Company, Inc. Rebecca Pizzi Skanska USA Building Heidi Van Steenburgh Ritter Contracting, Inc.
Sean Healy Healy Long & Jevin, Inc.
James E. Viner HSC Builders & Construction Managers
Maura Hesdon Shoemaker Construction Co.
Ronald Zawacki Siemens Industry Inc.
B. Scott Holloway Josam Company
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Mary Kate Radomski Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc.
William A. Denmark, Esq. Charlson Braber McCabe & Denmark
John DeFazio L. F. Driscoll Company, LLC
CONSTRUCTION LEADERSHIP COUNCIL STEERING COMMITTEE
Gulbin Ozcan-Deniz, Ph.D, LEED AP BD+C College of Architecture and the Built Environment Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University)
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LABOR POLICY COMMITTEE
SAFETY COMMITTEE
Sets labor policy for the Association and works to ensure a stable and productive relationship between management and affiliated labor unions.
Promotes workplace safety and supports the efforts of contractor members to maintain accident-free job sites.
Patrick Pasquariello, III Chairman P. Agnes, Inc. Michael K. Armento Torcon, Inc. Joseph P. Clearkin James J. Clearkin, Inc.
Frank Lutter Frank T. Lutter, Inc. Carl Mason Central Salvage Co., Inc. Craig Melograno Philadelphia D&M
Edward DeAngelis EDA Contractors, Inc.
Ronald Meyers Clemens Construction Company, Inc.
Jim Dolente Madison Concrete Construction
William Pace AmQuip Crane Rental, LLC
Jim Dolente Jr. Madison Concrete Construction
Dave Panichi T.N. Ward Company
Michael G. Erickson C. Erickson & Sons, Inc.
Francis A. Pietrini B. Pietrini & Sons, Inc.
Michael Gerardi C. H. Schwertner & Son, Inc.
Mack Stulb LF Driscoll
Jack Healy Healy Long & Jevin, Inc.
Mary Patricia Geppert Chair Geppert Bros., Inc. Frank Baxter Skanska USA Building, Inc. Ed Christy Clemens Construction Company Inc. Stacey Darrohn Turner Construction Company Dennis Dougherty Med-Tex Services, Inc. Dona File LF Driscoll Ken Gallagher Limbach Company LLC John Jakimowicz Madison Concrete Construction
Joe Jeffries P. Agnes, Inc. Bill Reis Belcher Roofing Corporation Gene Rose Jr. Armor Masonry Restoration, Inc. Jim Ryan INTECH Construction, LLC Mark Skuby The Safegard Group, Inc. Jeffrey A. Spatz The Graham Company Margaret (Peggy) Underwood Esq. Horn Williamson, LLC Mark Wieder Gilbane Building Company
Mike Jayes TN Ward Company Builders
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
Supports Association membership development activities.
The technology committee raises awareness of the affect technology can have on projects and the industry, and raise the competency of our members to leverage technology for the betterment of their projects and companies.
Michael K. Armento Co-Chairman Torcon, Inc. Edward Szwarc Co-Chairman Rycon Construction, Inc. Sean Healy Healy, Long & Jevin, Inc.
David S. Oliver Oliver Fire Protection & Security John Rihl, Service Manager Falasca Mechanical Nicholas K. Sabia D.M. Sabia & Co., Inc.
Gary Pergolini T.N. Ward Company
Rocky Fizzano Fizzano Bros. Concrete Products, Inc.
Christina Pasquariello P. Agnes, Inc.
Robert T. MacIntosh, P.E., MacIntosh Engineering
Melissa Boulden, P.E., LEED AP BD+C Mid-Atlantic Steel, LLC
Martin Norton United Rentals, Inc.
Anthony Castelli, CHST, STS-C Safety Group Ltd.
Jim Phillips INTECH Construction, LLC
Charles W. Cook R.S. Cook and Associates, Inc.
John Reifsnyder Eureka Metal & Glass Services, Inc.
Matthew DeBasio, CM-BIM Chairman P. Agnes, Inc. Brad Fahnestock, CM-BIM C. Erickson & Sons, Inc. Paul Guelich Skanska USA Building Inc.
Jeffrey Spatz, CSP, CRIS, CET, CHST Graham Company Graham Stewart Clemens Construction Company, Inc.
Tanner McKim Gilbane Building Company
Cherie DePiano CDP Construction, LLC Len Lynch Lenick Construction, Inc.
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WE BUILD COMMUNITY. Membership in GBCA connects companies and individuals working in commercial construction with other industry leaders, responsive services, and best practices. It provides members extensive opportunities to establish, develop, and solidify beneficial relationships and partnerships within the industry.
Networking and Events GBCA brought members together for a variety of informative and engaging events throughout the year. We welcomed a record number of attendees and sold-out audiences for several programs in 2019.
291
Members
A 5% increase from 2018
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MEMBERSHIP
MISSION To recruit quality companies that are an integral part of the construction industry and retain our present members by connecting them to the people and programs of the GBCA.
MEMBERSHIP NUMBERS
291 Members
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40 Active
122 129 Associate
Affiliate
New Members – 39
5%
2016 Total Membership: 252; 2017 Total Membership: 260; 2018 Total Membership: 278 GBCA is projected and on track to have a 5% increase from 2018
Increase from 2018
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE • Co-Chairmen: Mike Armento and Ed Szwarc • Active Members: Sean Healy, Christina Pasquariello, and Gary Pergolini • Associate Members: Cherie DePiano, Len Lynch, Dave Oliver, John Rihl, Nick Sabia, Melissa Boulden • Affiliate Members: Rocky Fizzano, Bob MacIntosh, Martin Norton
MEMBERSHIP DINNERS • March 14, 2019 at The Lucy by Cescaphe with Jerry Sweeney, registered 262 SOLD OUT • September 25, 2019 at the Ballroom at the Ben with Meagan Johnson, registered 290 SOLD OUT • Combined Attendance: 552 people, an increase in attendance of 9% from 2018
Attendance Up
Total Growth
Since 2018
Since 2016
9%
5%
• Total growth of attendance from 2016 to 2019 is 5%
SPONSOR THANK YOU RECEPTION • February 21, 2019 held at GBCA Headquarters
ACTIVE MEMBER DINNER • October 15, 2019 Dinner with Bill Sproule and the Carpenters at Down Town Club
SPONSORSHIPS Sponsorships sold in 2016:
$103,000
Sponsorships sold in 2017:
$161,750
Sponsorships sold in 2018:
$186,000
Sponsorships sold in 2019: $211,500**
Total Increase of
14%
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Annual Meeting | January 28 GBCA held its Annual Meeting at the Union League of Philadelphia. Over 400 GBCA members and guests came together to celebrate another year of accomplishments for the association and its members. Sports radio personality Mike Missanelli of 97.5 the Fanatic, was the featured speaker at the event. Thank you to the sponsors of this event. It was a great success because of your incredible support!
Sponsor Thank You Reception | February 21 GBCA greatly appreciates the sponsorship support of our members for our programs and events. GBCA thanked members that sponsored in 2018 at a special cocktail reception held at the GBCA. Members of the GBCA Board of Directors and GBCA staff extended a sincere gratitude of thanks for the support received.
Golf Outing | June 17 GBCA hosted the 2019 Golf Outing at the Philadelphia Cricket Club. This year’s Golf Outing was not only the biggest Golf Outing of the last 4 years, but it also sold out for the 4th year in a row! GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council also organized fundraising for Alex’s Lemonade Stand at the Golf Outing, bringing our fundraising total to over $3,000, exceeding our $2500 goal!
Membership Dinners | March 14 and September 25 GBCA held its annual Spring Membership Dinner at the Lucy by Cescaphe. Gerard Sweeney, President and CEO of Brandywine Realty Trust, was the featured speaker, and he spoke about upcoming trends in the Philadelphia Region’s development. The Fall Membership Dinner was held at the Ballroom at the Ben. This sold out event featured Meagan Johnson, Generational Humorist, who discussed strategies to improve working in a multi-generational workplace.
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Active Member Dinner | October 15 GBCA’s Active Members and invited guests gathered for dinner with the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters at the Down Town Club. EAS Carpenters Executive Secretary-Treasurer William (Bill) C. Sproule and Assistant Executive Secretary-Treasurer Mike Hand addressed the group, discussing the state of union construction in the Philadelphia Region. Thanks to all who attended, and to the speakers and representatives of EAS Carpenters for their insights.
Construction Excellence Awards | November 21 Philadelphia’s commercial construction industry came together to celebrate the Construction Excellence Awards. This awards program spotlights the best projects and programs in the Philadelphia Region. Thanks to Gina Gannon of 6abc for hosting the event, and to the event sponsors! Congratulations to all of the winners!
Holiday Party | December 4 GBCA members came together at the Hall of Fame Club at Citizens Bank Park to celebrate the end of a successful year, to network, and to look ahead to 2020. Thank to you all of our members who brought unwrapped toys for the Construction Leadership Council’s Holiday Toy Drive. Over 300 toys were collected and will be donated to Northern Children’s Services.
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WE BUILD SAFER. GBCA plays a vital role in providing our members with access to the most up-to-date safety resources, training, and best practices. Our programs span safety topics ranging from fall protection to preventing opioid abuse, and we work closely with OSHA to encourage the highest safety standards in the industry. In 2019, we continued and expanded our signature safety programs and partnerships while introducing new initiatives.
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Member companies enrolled in Silica Safety Program
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SAFETY
MISSION Innovate, support and celebrate efforts to provide an incident-free construction environment.
EGGS WITH OSHA ATTENDANCE
199
176
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2018
2017
2016
AGC PROGRAMS
PROMOTED SAFETY CAMPAIGNS
132 Attendees
Awarded national grant from AGC for Fall Protection Training • Two-day training featuring a “Train the Trainer” component
• Focus Four Toolbox Talks • Stand down for Falls in Construction • Rest. Water. Shade. – Included a 6ABC Facebook Live • Safe + Sound Week • National Drug & Alcohol Recovery Awareness Month
MEMBERSHIP AND AFFILIATIONS WITH AREA ASSOCIATIONS | 3 LOCAL
SAFETY AWARDS PROGRAMS 2019 Project Safety Awards – 86 registered (up 30%); 27 awards
2X More Awards in 2019
Registration Up
30%
RESPIRABLE SILICA TESTING PROGRAM
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WE BUILD SMARTER. GBCA’s dedication to education and professional development ensures our members have the most skilled and highly trained workforce. GBCA’s educational offerings, an entirely IAP funded program, have grown tremendously over the last four years. Our tuition reimbursement and scholarship offerings are more robust and utilized, our seminars and classes are more highly attended, and our workforce development initiatives are creating measurable impact on the industry, cementing GBCA as the industry frontrunner. Through training courses, seminars and classes,
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Attendees at the Technology Expo - a 25% Increase over 2018
52,044
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Awarded for Tuition Reimbursement
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tuition reimbursement, certificate programs, and scholarship opportunities, our members and their staff have access to exceptional programs that develop and expand their skills and knowledge. With active workforce development efforts, GBCA also generates significant awareness of career opportunities within the construction industry among aspiring professionals and the rising generation of talent.
EDUCATION
MISSION Provide the education and information necessary to ensure GBCA members have the best trained, most technologically advanced and diverse workforce in the nation.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT Participation FY19 to date - 36 applicants, $35,573 in reimbursements (on track to exceed FY18)
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Facilitated Rowan University and Jefferson University agreements with Carpenters JAC for credits.
EDUCATION EVENTS & ACTIVITIES • 8 CM-BIM/CM-LEAN holders
Tech Expo
• Technology Expo FY19: $23,400 in sponsorship (FY18 sponsorship $4000), 29 exhibitors, 9 speaking sessions, 4 partnering associations, 1 app (new this year)
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT Apprentice Ready Efforts
183
City Residents Trained 183 city residents since 2017, have been provided opportunities to enter the building trades through GBCA Workforce Development programs
GBCA scholarship through AGC Education & Research Foundation
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Local Scholarship Recipient 1 local scholarship recipient: 2019 recipient Daria Neri, Drexel University 17
WE ARE GIVING BACK... IN A BIG WAY. The Construction Leadership Council (CLC), the young construction professionals group of GBCA and an extension of the national AGC CLC, is helping to advance and promote the construction industry in the Greater Philadelphia Region. GBCA’s CLC is dedicated to helping young construction professionals strengthen and develop their careers in the industry. The CLC’s Leadership Workshop Series provided members with the professional skills necessary to be effective leaders.
175,164 lbs
of Food Donated
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The CLC is a group of young construction professionals (ages 40 and younger) who are committed to maintaining, improving and promoting the construction industry and our association through education, networking and service. The CLC will promote the mission of the GBCA while building the future foundation for our association, industry and leadership.
KEY POINTS • CLC members are more engaged than ever before: 80% increase of attendees to events • In 2019 we welcomed the AGC national Leadership Development Conference to Philadelphia • Increased our philanthropic donations by 150%
Camp Out for Hunger (2019):
175,164 lbs
Alex’s Lemonade Stand (2019)
3,866
Hard Hat Tours:
130 attendees over three hard hat tours
winning second place for the Business Challenge!
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MISSION
Leadership Series attendance:
Holiday Toy Drive (2019):
Over 300 toys donated to Northern Children’s Services
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CLC Networking Events: attendees for two events
67 attendees over two
professional development courses
2019 CLC National Leadership Development Conference, hosted in Philadelphia:
220 attendees
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WE ARE YOUR VOICE. GBCA serves as our members’ liaison with local, state, and federal government officials. Our influence continues to increase as the industry experiences significant growth. We are committed to protecting the best interests of our industry and to ensuring our members are well represented in conversations pertaining to government affairs and public policy.
Stopped
300%
Increase to contractor parking fees Saved the industry
$
4.5MM
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Establish GBCA as a key influencer who has the expertise, resources and ability to support pro-construction legislative, regulatory and economic agendas.
ADVOCATING FOR YOUR BOTTOM LINE | ASSERTING OUR INFLUENCE Stopped
GBCA’s advocacy added to your bottom line: GBCA led a grassroots campaign to stop PPA’s 300% Increase to Contractor Parking Fees. • Saved the industry $4.5 Million through April 2020
300%
Increase to Contractor Parking Fees
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
MISSION
Saved the Industry
4.5MM
$ OUR SEAT AT THE TABLE | EXPANDING OUR INFLUENCE GBCA Successfully lobbied for increased funding for L&I’s budget. • 12 Hours of City Council Budget Hearings
GBCA hosted visits with two new elected millennial City Council members. • 5 Hours of Meetings GBCA negotiated with L&I and Councilwoman Sanchez to establish a rate for Accelerated Review Permits. • 5 Hours of Meetings GBCA is in active negotiations with the PPA to set the rate for Contractor Parking Permits. • 13 Hours of Meetings to date
GBCA POLITICAL ACTION | LEVERAGING OUR INFLUENCE GBCA Contributed to help steer a Developer formed Independent Expenditure to re-elect pro development candidates in a crowded field. • 75% of the candidates won their primary election. 17.5% of GBCA PAC Donors for the Spring Reception were new contributors
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WE ARE BUILDING A LASTING MESSAGE..
20Million
The GBCA brand was seen over 20 million times
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Establish the GBCA as the regional leader in the construction industry through superior narratives, branding and recognition of the excellence in building being performed by GBCA members and industry partners.
MARKETING
MISSION
KEY POINTS • New campaign: We Built This Skyline • 20 million exposures of the GBCA brand • New Website AND New Membership Database – seamlessly integrated • GBCA Digital Content is up an average of 200% in engagements • GBCA won FIVE national awards in 2019
MEDIA RELATIONS | PARTNERSHIPS PRINT Philadelphia Business Journal • Total Online Impressions: 765,065 • Total Print Readership: 165,000 Sports Publications • Eagles: 2.4 million readers • Phillies: 1 million readers • Flyers: 3 million readers • Sixers: 1.25 million readers 6ABC • Total on-air Impressions delivered to-date: 8.53M Household Impressions
• Total digital delivery to-date: 1.44M Impressions • Total social media delivery to-date: 118,854 total impressions / 7,900 engagements RADIO 97.5 The Fanatic • Mobile Geo-Fencing of stadiums for Q2/Q4: 500,000 impressions each quarter • On-Air/ STREAM online: 400 commercials 93.3 WMMR • On-Air: 60 commercials • Camp-Out for Hunger Live Radio Interview with Lauren Hanan • Promotional partner for Camp-Out for Hunger
GBCA PRINT PUBLICATIONS Construction Today • Subscriber #s – over 2500 subscribers per issue • Ad revenue - $38,260+ ad revenue • Contributing member articles – 23 contributing member articles
Membership Directory 1. New Design and Function 2. Added CSI codes to help members sort 3. New Online Membership Directory
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MARKETING
KEYSTONE GBCA EVENTS • 2019 Annual Meeting at Union League of Philadelphia: 405 Attendees • 2019 Golf Outing at Philadelphia Cricket Club: 210 Attendance • 2019 Construction Excellence Awards: 15% increase of award submissions • 2019 Holiday Party: Over 300 Toys Collected
GBCA DIGITAL CONTENT NEW
Website New site in 2019 • Live Membership Directory
Website
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AWARDS AGC 2019 Outstanding Educator of the Year Dr. Charles Cook
Susan Harwood Training Grant Fall Protection Workshop, GBCA Safety * Named by OSHA/AGC of America
Best Places to Work GBCA * Named by Philadelphia Business Journal
AGC Past President’s Award for Lifetime Achievement B. Scott Holloway, Josam Company
AGC’s Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Award Shoemaker Construction
Association TRENDS
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• Ben Connors: 2019 Young and Aspiring Executive • Lance Claiborne: 2019 Leading Lobbyist
PR Daily Marketing Campaign Winner Branding Campaign, Honorable Mention 2019 Host of AGC National Construction Leadership Council Conference The Preston and Steve Show’s Camp Out for Hunger 2019 Second Largest Contribution
WE ARE STRENGTH IN NUMBERS.
26%
Increase in Programs & Events Revenue
3%
YOY Increase in Dues Collected
23%
YOY increase in Total Net Assets
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2019 MEMBERS GBCA members represent more than 290 general contractors (Active Members), subcontractors and specialty contractors (Associate Members), and construction suppliers and service companies (Affiliate Members).
ACTIVE MEMBERS Antoine Johnson LLC B. Pietrini & Sons, Inc. Bittenbender Construction, LP C. Erickson & Sons, Inc. C.H. Schwertner & Son, Inc. Clemens Construction Company, Inc. Commercial Construction, Inc. Component Assembly Systems, Inc. Dale Construction, LLC E.P. Guidi, Inc. Frank T. Lutter, Inc. Frank V. Radomski & Sons, Inc. Gilbane Building Company Haverstick-Borthwick Company Healy Long & Jevin, Inc. HSC Builders & Construction Managers INTECH Construction, LLC J. Mann-R. Finley, Inc. James J. Clearkin, Inc. Jingoli-DCO Energy Josam Company
All Trades Distribution, LLC
G.M. McCrossin Inc.
American Floors, Inc.
G.O. Services, LLC
American Furniture Installation
General Asphalt Paving Co.
AmQuip Crane Rental LLC, A Division of Maxim Crane LP
George Young Mammoet
Anthony Biddle Contractors, Inc. APACHE Industrial Services
Graboyes Commercial Window and Glass Solutions
Armor Masonry Restoration, Inc.
Hatzel & Buehler, Inc.
Armour & Sons Electric, Inc.
Henkel and Son LLC
BAI Excavating, LLC
Herman Construction Company D/B/A Fedele Contractors
Battaglia Electric, Inc. Bayshore Rebar, Inc. Belcher Roofing Corporation Beletz Bros. Glass Co., Inc. Bencardino Excavating, Inc. Berlin Steel Construction Co. Binsky and Snyder, LLC BrandSafway Services, LLC BrightLine Construction, Inc. Buckley & Company, Inc. Bucks Concrete Services, Inc. Carr & Duff, Inc. Case Foundation Company
Geppert Bros., Inc.
Herman Goldner Co., Inc. Independence Steel, Inc. J & G Building Group James Floor Covering, LLC Jenkintown Building Services Joseph Dugan, Inc. Joseph S. Smith Roofing, Inc. KJMK Construction Company Inc. Lenick Construction, Inc. Limbach Company LLC L-M Service Co., Inc. M. Schnoll & Sons, Inc. Mara Restoration, Inc.
LaMarra Construction
CDP Construction, LLC (CDP Hardware Procurement Services, LLC)
LF Driscoll
Central Metals, Inc.
Mayfield Site Contractors, Inc.
Lorenzon Brothers Co.
Central Salvage Company, Inc.
McCrossin Foundations, LLC
Madison Concrete Construction
Charles H. MacDonald Electric Co. Inc.
McGoldrick Electric, Inc.
Murphy Quigley Company, Inc.
Chesco Coring & Cutting, Inc.
McGregor Industries, Inc.
Northwood Construction Company, Inc.
Cippco lnc.
Mega Construction Co.
Nurminen Construction Corporation
CJ Drilling, Inc.
Michael J. Kiska Construction
P. Agnes, Inc.
Concrete Cutting Systems, Inc.
Mid-Atlantic Steel, LLC
P.J. Dick, Inc.
Connelly Construction Corp.
Moretrench
Philadelphia D&M
Copeland Surveying, Inc.
National Glass & Metal Company, Inc.
R.S. Cook and Associates, Inc.
Corporate Piping, Inc.
NorthStar Contracting Group, Inc.
Rycon Construction, Inc.
CR Meyer
N-Tech Systems, Inc.
Shoemaker Construction Co.
Crawford Caulking Company
Old Philadelphia Associates, Inc.
Skanska USA Building Inc
D.M. Sabia & Co., Inc.
Oliver Fire Protection & Security
Stepnowski Bros., Inc.
Dan Lepore & Sons Company
P.A. Fly Contracting, Inc.
T. N. Ward Company
D’Andrea Brothers Concrete Co., Inc.
Patriot Roofing Inc.
Torcon, Inc.
D’Angelo Bros., Inc.
Paul Rabinowitz Glass Co., Inc.
Turner Construction Company
Delta Connects Inc.
PCS General Partner, LLC
Tutor Perini Building Corp.
Dougherty Electric, Inc.
Precision Door Co., Inc.
E.C. Fence & Iron Works, Inc.
Premier Window Cleaning LLC
Eastern Gunite Co., Inc.
PULLMAN SST, Inc.
EDA Contractors, Inc.
Quality Commercial Flooring
Eureka Metal & Glass Service, Inc.
Quinn Construction, Inc.
Falasca Mechanical Inc.
R & R Ceilings, Inc.
Five Star Builders
Revolution Recovery, LLC
Foundation Structures, Inc.
Ritter Contracting, Inc.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS A Crane Rental, LLC A.T. Chadwick Company, Inc. Acoustics Plus, Inc.
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MAS Construction Services, LLC
Robert Slater, Inc.
Conner Strong & Buckelew
O’Donnell & Naccarato, Inc.
Roe Fabricators, Inc.
Consolidated Glass Holdings
OnSite HVAC Rentals
Roma Steel Erection, Inc.
Construction Risk Partners
Parker McCay P.A.
Roman Mosaic & Tile Company
Cozen O’Connor
PlanGrid
Sautter Crane Rental
CrafTech Computer Solutions
Post & Schell, P.C.
Schnabel Foundation Company
Cumby, Spencer & Associates Financial Group
PPG Industries, Inc.
Shelly Electric Co.
Davis Bucco Makara & Dorsey
Profit Focus CFO
Siemens Industry Inc.
Dilworth Paxson LLP
Republic Services
Simpson & Brown Inc.
Diversified, Inc.
Re-Steel Supply Co., Inc.
Smith Flooring, Inc.
Drexel University Construction Management Program
Richard S. Burns and Company, Inc.
Southern New Jersey Steel Co., Inc. Steadfast Entities LLC Structural Maintenance Systems Superior Scaffold Services, Inc. The Watson Organization, Inc. Torrado Construction Co., Inc. Tri-State Construction Inc. Union Electric Contracting Co. Unique Scaffolding Systems LLC United States Roofing Corp. Wayman Fire Protection Window Repairs & Restoration, LLC Wm. Proud Masonry Restoration Co., Inc.
EBA: Employing Bricklayers Association EHD EisnerAmper LLP Enterprise Truck Rental Excel Document Solutions, Inc. FDRsafety LLC Fineman, Krekstein & Harris Firstrust Bank Fizzano Bros. Concrete Products, Inc. Foundation Building Materials, Inc. Fox Rothschild LLP GEI Consultants, Inc. Habitat for Humanity HazTek, Inc.
AFFILIATE MEMBERS
Herc Rentals, Inc. Hilti Inc. Horn Williamson, LLC
Rosenberg & Parker Sales Solutions, Inc. Shore Supply Inc. Sierra Investment Partners South Jersey Mechanical Contractors Association Steven Kempf Building Materials, a GMS Company Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP STV Construction, Inc. Sunbelt Rentals Super Enterprises USA, Inc. Susanin Widman & Brennan, P.C. Tague Lumber, Inc. TBS Services, Inc. The Graham Company The Hartford Bond The Safegard Group, Inc. The Safety Group LTD The Shepherd Agency, LLC
Action Supply Co. (a division of U.S. Concrete)
Image 360
Advanced Disposal Solutions, Inc.
John Adams Law Firm LLC
Aegis Project Controls
Kastle Systems
American Global of Pennsylvania
Kieffer’s Appliances
Thomas Jefferson University Constr. Mgmt. Program
American Institute of Steel Construction AISC
Krando Metal Products
Thornton Tomasetti, Inc.
Anderson Kill P.C.
Kreischer Miller
Trauner Consulting Service, Inc.
Aon
Kurtz & Revness, P.C.
Travelers Bond & Financial Products
ARC Document Solutions
Liberty Mutual Surety
TrenchTech, Inc.
Archer & Greiner, P.C.
M & T Insurance Agency
Arrow Crating & Packaging Co.
MacIntosh Engineering
Unified Door & Hardware Group, LLC, Tru-Fit Frame and Door
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.
Madison Risk Group, LLC
Ballard Spahr, LLC
Marsh USA Inc.
Black & Gerngross, P.C.
Maurice Uddoh & Associates, LLC
Bristol Industrial Corporation
Mazars USA LLP
Britton Industries
McCarter & English, LLP
Burns & McDonnell
Mechanical & Service Contractors Association of Eastern PA
Canam Steel Corporation Capital Project Management, Inc. Castor Materials, Inc. CBIZ MHM, LLC Charlson Braber McCabe & Denmark Chubb Group Insurance ClarkDietrich Building Systems Clifton Larson Allen LLP Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC
Med-Tex Services, Inc. Men of Steel Enterprises, LLC Microdesk Microsol Resources Mid-Atlantic Construction Safety Council Mobilease Modular Space, Inc. NECA, Penn-Del-Jersey Chapter Norris Sales Company, Inc. Oak Ridge Surety Agency, Inc.
The Silvi Group Companies The Stoll Agency, Inc.
United Rentals, Inc. USG USI Insurance Services Villanova University College of Professional Studies VIMCO, Inc. Westfalia Technologies, Inc. Westfield Insurance Wharton Surety Consultants, LLC Wick Fisher White Williamson College of Trades Willis Towers Watson PLC WIPFLi LLP Woodland Building Supply Wouch, Maloney & Co., LLP Zurich Surety
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GBCA STAFF Our team of dedicated, knowledgeable professionals stand ready to deliver exceptional service and support to our members and partners. This year, the GBCA team welcomed a number of new staff members, making the GBCA offices a full house.
BENJAMIN J. CONNORS, ESQ. President & CEO
LANCE CLAIBORNE Director, Industry Relations
KRISTIN DEFRANCISCO Vice President, Operations & Finance
MEG GINSBERG Programs Associate
LAUREN HANAN
ANGELA HENDRIX
BYRON LEE
Director, Marketing & Communications
Director, Training & Workforce Development
Manager, Marketing & Communications
ANNE LIBERTO
CATRIONA O’ROURKE
ROSEANN ROTZ
Director, Membership Development and Services
Executive Assistant to the President and Vice President
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Administrative Assistant
DATES TO REMEMBER 2020
March 5
Membership Dinner
March 19
CLC Hard Hat Tour
April 2
Phillies Opening Day
April 9, 16, 23, 30
OSHA 30 Training
April 15
Technology Lunch & Learn
May 6
CLC Leadership Series
June 8
Alex’s Lemonade Stand
June 15
Golf Outing
June 25
Project Safety Awards Reception
July 15
Down the Shore – Happy Hour
August 6
CLC Hard Hat Tour
September 10
CLC Leadership Series
September 23
Eggs with OSHA
September 24
Membership Dinner
October 29
Construction Technology Expo
November 4
Eggs with OSHA
November 5
Construction Excellence Awards
December 2
Holiday Party
December 10
Technology Lunch & Learn
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