GBCA Member Spotlight: Madison Risk Group, LLC
Madison Risk Group, LLC is a Risk Management and Property & Casualty Insurance Brokerage that has proudly served the construction industry across the Mid-Atlantic region for over 15 years. The firm provides a wide range of insurance solutions, from
Ben Connors and Maura Hesdon Bring GBCA’s Voice to “The Labor Show”
Since its launch in 2014, The Labor Show has featured in-depth conversations with key voices from labor, politics, and business. On Saturday, May 10, 2025, GBCA President & CEO Ben Connors and Board Chair Maura Hesdon, General Manager of
Support the Future of Women in Construction: Volunteer with the 2025 MyWIC Camp
The Mentoring Young Women in Construction (MyWIC) Camp is looking for volunteers for its 2025 summer program, and it’s a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact. This free camp introduces high school girls in the Philadelphia area to
Drexel Honors Construction Excellence at Annual Dragon Exemplar Awards
On Wednesday, May 8, Drexel University’s Construction Management Program hosted its Annual Dragon Exemplar Awards Banquet, celebrating excellence, innovation, and leadership in the Greater Philadelphia construction community. GBCA proudly sponsored Tom Carey, a representative of Drexel’s Construction Management Program,
Conversations with the Councilmember: Steamfitters Local 420 and WINC
Philadelphia Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson continues her Labor Fridays series this week with a conversation featuring Steamfitters Local 420 and Women in Nontraditional Careers (WINC), focusing on workforce development and apprenticeship opportunities. Conversations with the Councilmember: Steamfitters Local 420
Men At Work Podcast Highlights Local 158 Carpenters and Philly’s Iconic Stadiums
In a special episode of the Men At Work podcast, hosts Kyle and Matt visit the Carpenters Union Training Center in Philadelphia, PA, home to Local 158, for a deep-dive conversation with the men and women building some of
ENR and RISK Strategies host Designing for Resilience in a Changing Climate
As the construction industry faces increasing challenges from extreme weather and long-term climate impacts, design professionals are being called on to build with resilience in mind. This one-hour session will explore how architects, engineers, and risk professionals can move
GBCA Members Participate in OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction
Construction Safety Stand Down Week, held the week of May 5, is a nationwide opportunity to reinforce the importance of safety on the job site and prevent life-threatening hazards. To support this mission, GBCA visited job sites across the
GBCA Supports Workforce Development at Carpenters Open House
On May 2, GBCA proudly participated in the Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Open House at the Carpenters Training Center in Northeast Philadelphia. The event offered a full day of interactive activities focused on workforce development and skilled trades education.
GBCA Member Spotlight: Rosenberg & Parker
As the world’s largest independent surety broker, Rosenberg & Parker is built on a foundation of expertise, innovation, integrity, and service. Surety is not just a part of their business—it’s all they do. By focusing exclusively on surety, Rosenberg









