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Newsletter|May 16, 2023

May’s AGC of California Update Newsletter

AGC of California provides news and updates.

Don’t miss out on SBCX exhibitor perks – May 17 deadline approaching!

The Small Business Construction Expo (SBCX) will bring DBE, DVBE, LGBTBE, MBE, SBE, WBE and WOSB contractors together with public and government agencies, prime contractors, and specialty trades from across the state in a rare opportunity to network, share tips and resources for landing contracts, discuss project forecasts. Highlights include keynote speaker Tony Tavares, Caltrans director, and a wide variety of exhibitors including BART, Hensel Phelps, and more!

Join us on May 24 at the Craneway Pavillion in Richmond.

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Don’t miss out on exhibitor perks! Register as an exhibitor or sponsor by May 17 to receive all the benefits of participating in this event.

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Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! AGC of California is committed to incorporating mental health awareness into our overall safety efforts and asks members to host stand downs on their respective jobsites to engage employees in conversations about mental health, suicide prevention and substance use.

AGC of California’s curated resources give employers tools and templates to discuss safety policies and goals it has for every employee and worker. Please, have a conversation. The awareness provided through a simple conversation could save someone’s life. If you or someone you care about is struggling or thinking about suicide, please call the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Just dial 988.

To access AGC of California’s Mental Health Stand Down Toolkit and Safety Manual, click here. For more information, questions or concerns, please contact Tresten Keys at keyst@agc-ca.org.

Mental Health Awareness Month resources

Sign up to attend our upcoming SUB Forum!

Join us for a FREE virtual SUB Forum tomorrow, May 16 from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. to learn about the importance of certifying your business and how that will impact your access to jobs in California! Attendees will also hear directly from Higher Education owners on their upcoming projects and opportunities, small business programs, and certifications they seek on their projects! Register for free here.

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Read the latest edition of California Constructor magazine

California Constructor magazine is now an award-winning publication! Our bimonthly magazine received a 2023 AZBEES Regional Silver Award and National Finalist recognition. The AZBEES recognizes the best in editorial, design and online achievement in business-to-business journalism by the ASBPE (American Society of Business Publication Editors).

In the May/June issue of California Constructor magazine, we discuss the importance of safety on the job, taking care of your mental health, and provide updates from our Legal Advisory Committee.

Read California Constructor

Check out our upcoming events!

Find out how you can participate, network, and build industry connections at AGC of California’s wide array of upcoming events this spring.

Upcoming events

Learn more about our upcoming virtual trainings!

Want to enhance your knowledge or learn something new? Check out our upcoming virtual trainings and level up your skills today.

Upcoming trainings

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