2025 General Contractors Reception
On Monday, September 8, GBCA hosted a cocktail reception for our general contractor and construction manager members. Attendees had the opportunity to network and hear from special guest speaker
Union Trades and E.C. Fence & Iron Works Deliver Safer Access for Children at R.W. Brown Boys and Girls Club
On September 11, union trades, community partners, and local leaders gathered to celebrate the ribbon cutting of a new accessibility ramp at the R.W. Brown Recreation Center Boys &
CARP 3-1-1 Program Offers Hands-On Construction Experience for Philadelphia Students
The CARP 3-1-1 Program, a six-week summer initiative for Philadelphia high school students entering 11th or 12th grade, is currently underway—providing students with meaningful exposure to the union construction
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
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
Labor Lounge Podcast features Joseph Jingoli of Jingoli-DCO Energy
In the premiere episode of the Labor Lounge Podcast, co-hosts Anthony Abrantes and Cyndie Williams sit down with Joseph Jingoli, the CEO and Chairman of the Board at JINGOLI,
How AI is Reshaping Industries and Why Union Carpenters Remain Essential
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, with some fields like office support and legal roles facing significant disruption. However, the construction industry, particularly union carpenters, remains
SIGNATURE: The Process of Becoming a Union Signatory Contractor Event
Rebuild Philadelphia, in partnership with the Philadelphia Building and Construction Trades Council and the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, is excited to present Signature—a networking event series
Cooper University Health Care Announces Joint Venture to Create Jobs and Economic Opportunity
Cooper is partnering with the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters and its construction managers, Torcon Inc. and P. Agnes Inc., to provide exceptional economic opportunities for local
Philadelphia City Council Honors CTE Students from Benjamin Franklin High School
On Thursday, May 30, Philadelphia City Council celebrated and honored the CTE students from Benjamin Franklin High School. Each student in the class passed their National Occupational Competency Testing