NAWIC Atlanta Honors Industry Professionals at Annual Awards Banquet

The Atlanta Chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction recognized individuals for their outstanding achievements and significant contributions to promote, expand and encourage the role of women in the construction and design industry at its ninth annual Atlanta Construction Visionary Awards Banquet held June 2 at The Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center.

With a theme of "If Not Now, When? ... Planning for the Rebound," Atlanta city councilwoman Mary Norwood served as the keynote speaker, and Nancy Juneau, CEO of Juneau Construction and past Visionary Award recipient, served as the honorary chairperson.

Carol Richard accepts the "Visionary Award" from Nancy Juneau

The NAWIC Champion award - presented to an individual or company who has supported, campaigned and/or advocated for the Atlanta Chapter of NAWIC during the current year - went to Heery International Inc. for the second consecutive year.

William (Tyler) Gunnin of Chapel Hill High School received $100 for winning the CAD/Design/Drafting Competition, which centered on the need to design a dream home to accommodate a family of four that is constructed of natural and environmentally friendly materials inside and out. Blair Andrews, an associate at Kilpatrick Stockton LLP, took home the Rookie of the Year Award, while Stephanie Golias, CIT of Hudson Construction Company, garnered the Member of the Year Award.

Recognizing an individual who has made strides and helped pave the way for other women in the construction and design industry, the "Visionary Award" honored Carol Richard, AIA, partner with Richard Wittschiebe Hand.

IEC Graduation Features Congressman Nathan Deal

Congressman Nathan Deal

At this year's Independent Electrical Contractors Inc. graduation ceremonies, 65 electricians celebrated with more than 200 family members and employers at the Hilton NE in Norcross on July 10. Congressman Nathan Deal from the 9th District of Georgia delivered the keynote address on the recently passed Cap and Trade Legislation and how the energy portion of this bill relates to the graduates. Anita T. Reyes, state director of the Office of Apprenticeship, also addressed the audience, reinforcing the fact that the certification they earned is honored in all 50 states. Awards for academic achievement and attendance were handed out, while Steven Trickey of Gene Lynn Electric was named "Apprentice of the Year" and instructor Mike Gunter of Electrical Contractor Inc. received the "Extra Mile Award."

Swofford Construction Garners Two Awards From AGC Build Georgia Awards

Swofford Construction received two first place Build Georgia Awards at the Georgia Branch, The Associated General Contractors of America Inc.'s annual convention held June 7-9 in Amelia Island, Fla. Every year the AGC recognizes general contractor members and their construction teams for outstanding performances on some of Georgia's most remarkable projects. These projects must prove to be unique and innovative based on the judging criteria set forth by the association. Swofford's two award-winning projects are the addition and renovation to the Lockheed Martin Aero Center and the renovations and additions to John Thornton Chevrolet.

McCarthy Donates Recreational Equipment to Forsyth County School

Thanks to the Southeast Division of McCarthy Building Companies Inc., students of Haw Creek Elementary School in Forsyth County have the outdoor recreational equipment they needed when school started for the 2009-10 academic year. When the outdoor recreation area for Haw Creek - a 145,757-square-foot facility that can serve up to 1,175 students - was designed, Principal Amy Davis put together a wish list for a variety of structures and interactive equipment. However, tight budget requirements meant that not all of that equipment was financially feasible. To help make Davis' vision a reality, McCarthy donated the additional equipment and labor needed to complete the area for Haw Creek students.

Yancey Bros. Co. Opens Kennesaw Location

Yancey Bros. Co. new facility in Kennesaw

Yancey Bros. Co. opened a new facility in Kennesaw focused on providing parts, service, sales and rental for building construction products customers. In-stock parts include items for Caterpillar skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, mini-excavators, backhoe loaders and multi-terrain loaders.

Additional items like filters, oil and grease for any size Caterpillar machine are also available. For Caterpillar equipment of other sizes, parts can be ordered for pick up at the store or delivered to a specified location. In addition to parts and service capabilities, the complete line of Caterpillar Compact Construction equipment and attachments are available for viewing and purchase on the lot.

Preston Smith, who has more than 40 years of experience in the construction equipment industry, will manage the store, which is located at 2689 Barrett Lakes Blvd., at the corner of Barrett Lakes Boulevard and Duncan Road near Kennesaw State University.