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March 13, 2026

Carr Concrete Construction: Strengthening Connections and Sharing Expertise Through CFA Membership

  This past October, the CFA Fall Executive Retreat in Connecticut was made even more special thanks to the generosity of Carr Concrete Construction. The company opened their doors to host a lunch for attendees and showcase one of their ongoing projects. The event gave members the opportunity to see firsthand how a leading northeast contractor operates, while also enjoying discussions, networking and thought leadership […]

March 13, 2026

Routine Versus Rocket Science: Thirteen Rock-Solid Ways to Keep Your Customers Coming Back

By Kate Zabriskie  You know that friend who’s always there when you are in need? The one who shows up on time, follows through on promises and genuinely cares about what’s going on in your life? That’s exactly what your business needs to be for your customers.  Sure, those splashy marketing campaigns and point-collecting apps might turn some heads. But keeping customers? That’s more like maintaining a good friendship—it’s about consistency, trust and showing up […]

March 13, 2026

From Builder to CEO: Why Most Construction Companies Never Break $50 Million

BY GERARD ALIBERTI, OWNER OF PRO-ACCEL  You started your construction company because you love building things. You were good at it. Maybe great at it. You could see a project through from concept to completion, and you took pride in every detail. Fast forward to today, and you’re running a $10 million, $15 million, maybe even $25 million company.  You’re still operating like you’re running a $5 million business.  You’re the bottleneck. Every critical decision flows through […]

March 13, 2026

Caught in Action

At Thompson Concrete, excellence starts with people, and Steve Hanna and his crew continue to prove that every day. Living out the company’s mission “to entrust and empower our team to create the best possible experience for clients, communities and families,” this group exemplifies what it means to lead with purpose and pride.  Steve, along with Assistant Crew Lead Marlon Perdomo and Wall Techs William […]

March 13, 2026

Capturing Field Knowledge and Preserving Your Legacy with AI

Learn how AI can capture and organize field knowledge from notes and photos into a searchable data asset, improving efficiency and preserving expertise for your firm.  The construction industry is experiencing a significant operational shift. Recent data indicates that a substantial number of construction businesses are now using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve efficiency and accuracy. In fact, the […]