GBCA Connects with the Next Generation at Local Trade Fairs
GBCA recently connected with the next generation of trades professionals at two impactful events: the Williamson College of the Trades Career Fair and the Rosie’s Girls Trade Fair. On
Planera Hosts Avoiding Schedule Compression: Strategies for Success Webinar
Planera, Inc. is bringing construction professionals an opportunity to tackle one of the industry's biggest challenges—schedule compression. Delays can lead to significant cost overruns and project disruptions, but with
American Welding Society Hosts Annual Welding Competition at Carpenter Training Center
For the first time, the American Welding Society (AWS) is bringing its annual welding competition to the Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Center. This landmark event is a major
Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Chapter ACI Announces March Dinner Seminar Featuring PRO
The Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Chapter of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce its March Dinner Seminar, featuring PRO. This informative event will offer a opportunity
CLC Casual Conversations: Drexel University
On March 6, GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council (CLC) brought real-world industry insights to Drexel University’s Estimating II class. The panel featured four CLC members: Mike Fehrle, INTECH Construction, LLC
GBCA Supports Mayor Parker’s Plan to Boost Construction and Economic Growth
In her 2026 budget address, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker unveiled a comprehensive and bold plan aimed at stimulating economic growth and enhancing opportunities for contractors to be a crucial
2025 Sponsor Thank You
On Monday, March 10, GBCA’s Board of Directors hosted a special appreciation reception at the Bellevue Hotel in Center City to thank the dedicated sponsors of GBCA’s 2024 events.
GBCA Member Spotlight: Firstrust Bank
Firstrust Bank is a privately held, family-owned commercial bank founded in South Philadelphia in 1934 by Samuel A. Green. Since then, it has grown into Philadelphia’s Hometown Bank® and
Carpenters Open House 2025
Join the Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Centers, Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, and Carpenter Contractor Trust for a day of hands-on learning, networking, and fun! This
CPWR Webinar: NEW Research on Mental Health & Construction
CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training is hosting an upcoming webinar focused on new research related to mental health in the construction industry. With suicide and