David M. Brown

A generally strong market continues for specialty contractors across the Southern U.S., but industry leaders say labor shortages persist.

Construction leaders across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas are optimistic about regional construction activity moving into the second half of 2018, despite new May figures from the Associated General Contractors of America showing the nationwide unemployment rate in construction has increased.

Texas continues to show strength across sectors, and optimism is generally strong for the near term across the region.

Copper and canyons, long synonymous with Arizona, are the unmistakable inspiration for the 10-story, copper-clad Biomedical Partnership Building on the Phoenix Biomedical campus in downtown Phoenix. 

Skilled and talented honorees give back to their companies and communities.

Up-and-comers work on key projects, mentor others and strive to strengthen their communities.

Third generation leader of the Walsh Group Matthew Walsh inspires staff and gives back to the community