Tammy Ford

The American Society of Civil Engineers, founded in 1852, is the oldest national engineering society in America. The non-profit company is based in Reston, VA and has subsidiaries in the United States. With over 150,000 members worldwide, the organization advocates for sustainable and resilient practices to maintain and modernize the nation's infrastructure. The company also works to increase investment in infrastructure and improve engineering knowledge and competency. The society's Civil Engineering Landmark Program recognizes historically significant civil engineering projects, structures, and sites.

Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc. operates a construction industry trade association. The firm is involved in government representation, legal advocacy, education, workforce development, communications, technology, recognition through national and chapter awards programs, employee benefits, information on best practices and business development through an online contractor search directory. It is construction industry's voice with the legislative, executive and judicial branches of the federal government and with state and local governments. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Wayne Brothers, Inc. provides civil construction and concrete infrastructure solutions. It offers turnkey concrete, construction grading and site development, industrial maintenance, building information modeling, concrete placing and finishing, energy infrastructure, and slab-on-grade solutions. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Davidson, NC.

South Carolina Chamber of Commerce promotes pro-job and pro-business policies at the state and federal level. The company is headquartered in Columbia, SC.

Winston-Salem Chamber of Commerce is an organization that promotes business and economic development in Winston-Salem, NC. The non-profit company provides resources for entrepreneurs to start and grow their businesses in the area. Mark E. Owens has been the CEO of the company since 2018.

The U.S. Green Building Council, Inc. is a non-profit organization that aims to transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built, and operated to create an environmentally and socially responsible environment. The non-profit company is based in Washington and was founded in 1993 by Steven Richard Fedrizzi. The organization provides a framework for creating healthy, efficient, and cost-saving buildings through the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system. The LEED certification is available for virtually all buildings, communities, and homes. The organization offers various resources, including exam prep materials, to help professionals advance their careers in green building. Peter Templeton has been the CEO of the American company since 2021.

Greater Lexington Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is a business organization located in Lexington, KY. Commerce Lexington Inc. and its predecessor, the Greater Lexington Chamber of Commerce, have been supporting the community since the mid-1990s. The non-profit company serves as a hub for healthcare, retail, and culture in Central Kentucky. The company provides resources for job seekers and entrepreneurs looking to start a business. The company works with partners to develop emerging leaders and expand their capacity to perform in leadership roles. The chamber of commerce has a long history in Lexington, dating back to 1797 when the Society for the first convened.

The Greensboro Chamber of Commerce engages in promoting and protecting the interest of the business community. It offers advocacy, workforce development, transportation and logistics, utilities, and triad workforce solutions collaborative. The company was founded in 1877 and is headquartered in Greensboro, NC.

Goodwill Industries of Central North Carolina, Inc. is a private company that offers career development services. The company is based in Greensboro, NC. The company's Career Development team provides one-on-one support to evaluate career decisions and the steps needed to achieve goals.

The Gideon's International is an association of Christian business and professional men and their wives who are dedicated to sharing the message of Jesus by providing Bibles and New Testaments. The non-profit company is based in Nashville, TN. The company primarily distributes scriptures in schools and colleges, prisons and jails, hospitals, and medical offices.

Dennis Corp. provides engineering, surveying and construction management services. Its services include aviation, bridge civil infrastructure land planning, construction engineering, emergency survey, pipe inspection, branding and forensic engineering. The company was founded by Dan Dennis in 2005 and is headquartered in Columbia, SC.

HICAPS, Inc. provides project management, consulting and engineering services. It is engaged in the provision of management, building diagnostics and telecommunications services. The firm offers solutions for general construction, program management, project scheduling, value engineering, estimating, cost control, contract administration and claims analysis. The company serves the federal, local and state government and commercial clients including contractors, hospitals, manufacturers and educational institutions. HICAPS was founded by Daniel M. Hood and Robert McGee in 1984 and is headquartered in Greensboro, NC.

Crowder Constructors, Inc. engages in the provision of general contracting and design build services. It specializes in building bridges, dams, highways, waste and wastewater facilities, industrial and power facilities, and alternative energy (such as solar and biomass) facilities. The company was founded by Otis P. Crowder and William T. Crowder in 1947 and is headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

T. A. Loving Co. is a construction management and contracting private company based in Goldsboro, NC and has subsidiaries in the United States. T. A. Loving specializes in providing construction management and contracting services for medical facilities, commercial construction, and water and wastewater industries. The company has also designed and built several energy-positive K-12 schools using geothermal, solar, and energy-efficient features. The company is committed to delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and on-time projects while advocating for their clients. The company was founded in 1925 and is currently led by CEO Ty Edmondson.

C.T. Wilson Construction Co., Inc. provides general contracting and construction management services. The firm focuses on projects related to healthcare facilities, government, religious, and education buildings, historic renovations and restorations. The company was founded by Charles T. Wilson, Sr. in 1952 and is headquartered in Durham, NC.