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3 days ago | 
groundbreakcarolinas.com | Joan Krause
Construction personnel and design personnel think differently, are wired differently and are definitely different types of people. But at the end of the day here at A M King, it’s great to see that we’ve broken down those silos. Both groups have a vested interest in providing the best integrated design and construction services, which leads to successful projects and future opportunities from existing and new clients.
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6 days ago | 
groundbreakcarolinas.com | Joan Krause
Business | People Meet the 2025 CAGC Hall of Fame Winnersby GroundBreak Carolinas Staff on April 18, 2025
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6 days ago | 
groundbreakcarolinas.com | Joan Krause
It’s time to take some action inside your business; do these 10 things now to be ready for whatever lies ahead. It has been said before that “business likes certainty,” as if there ever is such a thing! There may be a perception of certainty, but the facts are that nothing is ever certain and we live in an unpredictable world. In any case, right now, in light of all of the changes being made at the federal government level, things do seem more volatile and less certain.
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6 days ago | 
groundbreakcarolinas.com | Joan Krause
Tariffs in the United States have been a focal point of economic policy in recent weeks, with significant changes impacting the flow of imports from various countries. A tariff is essentially a tax imposed on goods brought into the country, usually paid by the importer, which is often a domestic business. These tariffs can lead to higher costs, which are frequently passed down the supply chain, ultimately affecting prices for consumers and businesses alike.
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2 weeks ago | 
groundbreakcarolinas.com | Joan Krause
McCrory Construction, South Carolina’s oldest general contractor, has hired Ben Melton as Assistant Project Manager in the Upstate office. Melton comes to McCrory from a role in institutional facilities planning and project management. “Having worked on ‘the owner side’ of our industry, Ben has a unique perspective that will serve our clients well,” said Stephen Cooper, Director of McCrory’s Greenville Operations.
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2 weeks ago | 
whosonthemove.com | Joan Krause
McCrory Construction, South Carolina's oldest general contractor, has hired Ben Melton as Assistant Project Manager in the Upstate office. Melton comes to McCrory from a role in institutional facilities planning and project management. "Having worked on 'the owner side' of our industry, Ben has a unique perspective that will serve our clients well," said Stephen Cooper, Director of McCrory's Greenville Operations.
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2 weeks ago | 
groundbreakcarolinas.com | Joan Krause
Poettker Construction, an award-winning, family-owned business, promoted six of its employees to better address the needs of the growing business, including one in the firm’s Southeast office located in Charlotte. “Poettker Construction Company’s mission statement is ‘Our quality relationships build your quality projects,’” said Ryan Poettker, President. “Building those lifetime partnerships with our customers begins with building solid relationships with our employees.
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2 weeks ago | 
groundbreakcarolinas.com | Joan Krause
Charleston-based SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announced the strategic appointment of Kris Phillips as the director of economic development. Phillips brings 13 years of experience, resulting in multi-billion dollar investments and job creation.
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2 weeks ago | 
groundbreakcarolinas.com | Joan Krause
In Episode 53 of “Let’s Talk Business South Carolina,” Brian Gallagher, vice president of corporate development at Graycor, presents the 2025 Commercial Construction Outlook. Topics include: Industry performance in South Carolina and how it compares to national trends, the increase in construction spending, labor challenges, the demand for datacenters, the growth of sustainability projects, and technologies that are transforming the industry. Watch the video interview.
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2 weeks ago | 
groundbreakcarolinas.com | Joan Krause
Your construction company’s website should be more than a placeholder, it should actively bring you new business. If your site isn’t showing up on Google or engaging visitors, you’re leaving money on the table. When clients search for services, they’re typing specific phrases like “custom home builders near me” or “commercial contractors in [your city].” If your website isn’t optimized for these keywords, you’re invisible to potential customers.
