CRMCA launched the new year with a full slate of education, advocacy, and member engagement activities that set a strong tone for 2026. January began with two successful ACI certification trainings, hosted in Charleston, SC on January 7 and Charlotte, NC on January 14, reinforcing CRMCA’s commitment to workforce development and technical excellence across the region.

In parallel, Jessica Wilson, Director of Technical Services & Education, participated in the first session of the Sustain SC Sustainable Leadership Initiative in Greenville, SC, in partnership with the Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities at Furman University, expanding CRMCA’s engagement in sustainability-focused leadership and cross-sector collaboration. You can view the full slate of fellows here.

On the advocacy front, CRMCA, alongside producer members, delivered a public statement to the Stokes County Commissioners on January 12, voicing support for the responsible development of a 5–6 million square foot data center project that would bring significant economic investment and skilled construction jobs to the region. CRMCA also joined industry partners at a South Carolina Legislative Reception on January 14, hosted in collaboration with seven other allied organizations, strengthening relationships with policymakers.

Last week concluded on a high note with CRMCA’s Annual Oyster Roast in Little River, SC, welcoming 50+ members and partners for networking and connection.

CRMCA will close out the month with the Count on Concrete Conference, January 26–27 in Raleigh, NC, with more than 150 attendees, followed by the SC House Republican Caucus Winter Reception in Columbia, SC, and in-person committee meetings on January 28 at the Charlotte office, continuing a strong start to the year ahead. Stay connected on upcoming events and committee engagement opportunities by viewing the CRMCA Calendar Here