Celebrating Ohio Construction: A Recap of AGC of Ohio Activities at the 2025 AGC of America Convention in Columbus

​Quick Facts

• Largest trade show on record
• Highest attendance since 2019
• ​296 Ohio attendees

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The Buckeye VIP Lounge
Attendees at the AGC of America Convention in Columbus stopped by the Lounge to relax, network, and enjoy a true taste of Ohio hospitality. It served as the perfect spot for Ohio contractors to recharge between sessions, grab a snack or drink, connect with fellow industry leaders, and take advantage of exclusive perks in a comfortable, laid-back setting. Thank you to our sponsors and to Ohio Contractors Association for cohosting!

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CEA Safety Awards
Congratulations to AGC of Ohio Members who were recognized for demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, with programs that exceed industry standards.

• Eclipse Company
• Kwest Group
• Messer Construction
• Hensel Phelps Construction
• Cleveland Barricading Company/Great Lakes Construction
• Valley Interiors

Eclipse Company

Kwest Group

Messer Construction

Hensel Phelps

Cleveland Barricading Co. - Great Lakes Construction

Valley Interiors

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Convention Panel Presentations
AGC of Ohio was well represented with session panelists.

• Parker Brown, Director of Workforce Development, AGC of Ohio - Chapter Workforce Panel
• Tim Linville, CEO, CEA and AGC of Ohio Board Member - Collective Bargaining 301: Expert Insights and Strategies

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Setterlin Building Company Wins Build America Merit Award
AGC of America presented AGC of Ohio member, Setterlin Building Company, with a Build America Merit Award for their project, Metro Canopy Walks and Tower in Blacklick, Ohio. Setterlin won a 2024 Build Ohio Award for this project.

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AGC of Ohio Reception
​Industry professionals gathered at Parlay Sporting Club & Kitchen for drinks, great food, and even better conversation. Thank you to our sponsors for supporting a great event for the AGC Ohio Community.

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OSU Wexner Medical Center Tour
During the AGC of America Convention, AGC of Ohio arranged for attendees from other AGC chapters to tour the Wexner Medical Center Project at Ohio State University. The Walsh-Turner Joint Venture arranged a tour led by Nigel Carter, Turner Vice President and Construction Executive. The tour attendees were blown away by the complexity, planning, and execution of this enormously challenging project.

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Volunteer Project for Habitat for Humanity
AGC Charities Inc. and AGC of Ohio members, Kokosing and United Rentals, teamed up to lead dozens of volunteers from across the country to assemble all the walls for a new house being built by Habitat for Humanity Delaware and Union Counties. The volunteer day at Kokosing’s campus in Westerville involved cutting wood and assembling walls.

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Thank you to our members for an amazing week!