Spring 2024
From heartwarming volunteer stories to pioneering mentorship journeys, discover how AGC of California’s Emerging Leaders Program is shaping the future of construction.
Where leaders are built.
Emerging Leaders Program
We help entry- to mid-level professionals across all sectors of California’s diverse construction industry reach their career goals and find fulfillment on the job. We do so through relevant education and training, the development of powerful networks, and opportunities to engage and affect a healthy construction industry.
We believe construction is our future.
AGC’s Emerging Leaders program exists to educate, connect and engage entry- to mid-level construction professionals so that together, we learn the industry, develop powerful networks, and build our communities.
About the AGC Emerging Leaders Program
The AGC Emerging Leaders program was originally established as the AGC of California Construction Leadership Council (CLC), to help develop the next generation of industry leaders. In 2021, the CLC voted to change the name to ensure clarity around the program’s role for current and prospective participants.
Our Values
- Educate: We provide a convenient “one-stop shop” for accessing relevant industry training and certification programs.
- Connect: We foster a strong network, connecting professionals from across the industry and facilitating an open forum for the exchange of ideas and discussion of key issues facing the industry today.
- Engage: We offer opportunities to engage and affect a healthy construction industry for tomorrow, including leadership roles, junior advocacy, exposure to all facets of the industry and the legislation affecting it, various charitable activities, and more.
Recent Newsletters
Winter 2023
Record-breaking donations were the talk of the Bay Area Region Holiday Topgolf Mixer & Toy Drive and Emerging Leader Melissa Bradway shares her story of growth in business development,.
Fall 2023
Emerging Leaders took to the stage at AGC of California's #CONSTRUCT2023 Conference and took a deep dive into the life of a Superintendent.
Summer 2023
Learn about the Emerging Leaders hosting sold-out events throughout the state, as well as new strategies to implement when having tough conversations on the jobsite!
Industry Voices
I highly encourage young people to get involved with AGC Emerging Leaders. The program gives them a platform to practice leadership and learn about industry issues and strategies, while building lasting relationships with their peers from other companies. Creating this foundation early in their careers will serve them well as they grow in leadership at their own companies.
Dina Kimble, 2022-2023 President, AGC of California
Royal Electric Co.
From the first EL event I went to, it was really nice to walk into a room of other mid-level professionals like myself and feel like I belonged.
Megan Calm, Chair, Steering Committee AGC of California Emerging Leaders
TYlin
Over the last five years, AGC has continuously provided me with opportunities to network, enhance my communication skills, take on leadership roles, step outside my comfort zone for my own benefit, learn how policy changes affect our livelihood, and advance professionally.
Mitchell Trieloff, Member, AGC Emerging Leaders
Unger Construction
AGC Emerging Leaders program has benefited my career by creating connections with contractors that not only lead to potential business development opportunities but also priceless lifelong resources and relationships.
Edgar Martinez, Landscaping Division Manager, Vice-Chair SoCal Emerging Leaders
Griffith Company
Emerging Leader Resources
For HR Managers
Learn how your team might benefit from participation/membership in AGC's Emerging Leaders program. View our flyer for more information about benefits and how to join.
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