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 Addressed Industry Challenges and Opportunities at the 2025 Build Conference

On Friday, March 28, GBCA President and CEO, Ben Connors, addressed industry leaders at Philadelphia’s 2025 Build Conference, held at the Hilton Inn Penn’s Landing. In his presentation, Ben

The Build Conference 2025

Join the Philadelphia Building Trades Council for the 2025 Build Conference. The event will feature a special presentation by Donald Moor, Senior Vice President of Real Estate, Facilities, Operations,

Ben Connors Testifies at City Hall in Support of 76Place Development

On November 19, Ben Connors, President and CEO of GBAC, testified before Philadelphia City Council’s Committee of the Whole in support of the 76Place Development at Market East. Ben

Ben Connors Joins Industry Leaders at Meet the Developers Panel

On Wednesday, September 18, GBCA’s President and CEO, Ben Connors, participated in a panel discussion for the Center City Business Association’s Meet the Developers program. Alongside panelists Anne Fadullon,

Ben Connors Honored by AGC of America Celebrating a Decade of Dedication

On Thursday, September 12, Ben Connors was honored by the Associated General Contractors of America for his longstanding service. This recognition celebrates a decade of his dedicated commitment to

Ben Connors Joins the Construction and Development Roundtable

Congratulations to Ben Connors for becoming a member of the Construction and Development Roundtable; one of the nine business sector roundtables that will help to inform future policy and

GBCA’s President and CEO, Ben Connors, Speaks at Philadelphia’s Build Conference

On April 26th, GBCA's President and CEO, Ben Connors, took the stage at the Philadelphia Build Conference to highlight the significance of partnerships in the construction industry. Ben's address

Philadelphia Business Journal Highlights Philadelphia’s Commercial Office Transformation

Philadelphia's commercial office sector stands at a crossroads, influenced by evolving work patterns and economic shifts. In response to these changes, the General Building Contractors Association (GBCA), in collaboration

GBCA’s Ben Connors Named Part of Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker’s Transition Team

Congratulations to Ben Connors for being named as part of Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker’s transition team. Cherelle L. Parker released the following statement: I have said that I will bring