Craig Williams Honored Among 100 Men Making a Difference
Congratulations to Craig Williams, CEO & President of Pride Enterprises, Inc., who was honored at the Men Making a Difference ceremony, hosted by Senator Vincent Hughes in partnership with the Urban League of Greater Philadelphia. This inspiring event recognized
GBCA Member Spotlight: Thackray Crane Rental, Inc.
With more than 70 years of experience, Thackray Crane Rental, Inc. stands as one of the most trusted family-owned names in the construction industry—valued for its longevity, reliability, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Thackray Crane continues
Milwaukee Tool Reaches Over 100,000 Workers During 2025 Construction Safety Week
During Construction Safety Week 2025 (May 5–9), Milwaukee Tool made a major nationwide impact—reaching over 100,000 construction workers with safety-focused training and demonstrations. In just five days, 385+ Milwaukee employees led efforts across jobsites, unions, and training centers, delivering:
CMI Fall Protection and Competent Person Training
Compliance Management International (CMI) is offering a comprehensive 16-hour Fall Protection / Competent Person Training course tailored to meet OSHA 29 CFR 1926 requirements. This in-person training equips participants with the skills and knowledge to proactively identify and prevent
Carpenters’ Hall: Playful Learning- Then and Now Event
Join the Carpenters' Company for Playful Learning: Then and Now, an evening event exploring the evolution of playground design—from its 19th-century origins to today’s innovative approaches to playful learning and architecture. Held at the historic Starr Garden Recreation Center,
Pennsylvania Invests $30M to Jumpstart Navy Yard Redevelopment
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is awarding a $30 million grant to accelerate the Navy Yard’s readiness for advanced manufacturing and commercial development. The funding, part of the state’s PA SITES program, will prepare 54 acres of land for six
GBCA Testifies Before City Council in Support of HOME Initiative and Tax Reforms
On Wednesday, May 21, Erin Dwyer Harvard testified before Philadelphia City Council during the FY26 budget hearing. Representing GBCA, she advocated for the approval of Mayor Parker’s HOME initiative, the elimination of the construction tax, and a reduction in
GBCA and Everybody Builds Hit Home Runs for Heart Health
On May 6, GBCA and Everybody Builds Philadelphia joined the American Heart Association’s Hard Hats for the Heart Home Run Derby to promote cardiovascular health in the construction industry. The event included heart health demonstrations as well as a
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