Partners
Mississippi Associated Builders and Contractors
Lee Nations
5165 Old Brandon Road
Pearl, MS 39208
601-944-0421
ABC Mississippi was founded in 1973 and is positioned as one of the largest ABC chapters in the nation. ABC Mississippi benefits include government representation, networking events, safety training, education, simplified job and plan access, member discounts and much more.
Mississippi Associated General Contractors
Bob Wilson
2093 Lakeland Drive
Jackson, MS 39236
601-981-1144
The Associated General Contractors (AGC), the voice of the construction industry since 1920, is an organization of construction firms and industry-related companies committed to improving our physical environment through our commitment to the principles of Skill, Integrity and Responsibility.
American Subcontractors Association
Lloyd Spivey
PO Box 216
Canton, MS 39046
601-862-0561
"Better Construction Through Fair Construction"—The American Subcontractors Association promotes and protects the rights and interests of subcontractors and suppliers by building strength in community through education, legislation, networking and professional growth.
Brick Industry Association – Southeast
Jim Stewart
222 Thornhill Drive
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
601-296-0445
In the U.S., Americans have used clay brick pavers since the earliest colonial days. Some pavers are still in place after 200 years. Today, many architects, homeowners, builders, designers and city planners prefer clay brick pavers over other surfaces because of their superior durability and low maintenance.
Mississippi Concrete Industries Association
Joel Waters
5165 Old Brandon Road
Pearl, MS 39208
601-957-5274
Mississippi Concrete Association is the definitive source of concrete information in Mississippi. We represent all facets of the concrete industry and have numerous resources to answer your concrete questions. The most widely used building material in the world. The construction material of choice. THAT’S CONCRETE!
Home Builders Association of Mississippi
Kim Gent
290 Commerce Park Drive, Suite B
Ridgeland, MS 39157
601-969-3446
HBAM is the statewide association affiliated with the local home builder associations and the National Home Association of Home Builders. Through advocacy, savings, knowledge and expertise, these associations provide membership benefits and resources to further the housing industry throughout the state.
Mississippi Department of Education
Dr. Aimee Brown
PO Box 771
Jackson, MS 39205
601-359-3974
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) provides resources and technical support to Mississippi’s public school system. The department also functions as a resource for federal education requirements and funding. MDE is dedicated to improving the educational opportunities for all students and ensuring a bright future for every child.
Mississippi Manufacturers Association
Shannon Hillman
PO Box 22607
Jackson, MS 39225
601-948-1222
Manufacturing has always been an important part of our nation's economy. Similarly, in Mississippi, manufacturing continues to be a significant source of jobs for our citizens and one of the largest contributors to our state's economic profile. The manufacturing industry is the backbone of Mississippi's economy.
Mississippi Road Builders Association
Mike Pepper
601 George Street
Jackson, MS 39202
601-948-8825
The Mississippi Road Builders' Association primary focus is securing funding, whether federal or state, to build and maintain the state’s roads and bridges to exemplary standards. MRBA also serves as a liaison between state and federal agencies that participate in the building and maintenance of roads and bridges.
Mississippi Asphalt Pavement Association
Michael Arnemann
711 North President Street
Jackson, MS 39202
601-948-5495
The objects and purposes of this Association include to improve communications and understanding within the entire asphalt paving industry; to influence fair and equitable design, specifications and inspection; to protect the doctrine of free enterprise and competition; and much more!
Mississippi State Board of Contractors
Stephanie Lee
PO Box 320279
Jackson, MS 39232
601-354-6161
The Mississippi State Board of Contractors is the contractor licensing authority for the state and is comprised of ten members appointed to staggered terms by the Governor. The Board members select the Executive Director for the agency and are responsible for setting policy for the licensing standards.
National Association of Women in Construction
Peggy Harthcock
PO Box 1424
Jackson, MS 39215
601-354-3282
The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) originally began as Women in Construction of Fort Worth, Texas. Sixteen women working in the construction industry founded it in 1953. Knowing that women represented only a small fraction of the construction industry, the founders organized NAWIC to create a support network.
SkillsUSA
Dr. Aimee Brown
PO Box 771
Jackson, MS 39205
601-359-3974
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. SkillsUSA helps each student excel. We provide educational programs, events and competitions that support career and technical education (CTE) in the nation’s classrooms.
NCCER
Katrina Kersh
13614 Progress Boulevard
Alachua, FL 32615
386-518-6500
NCCER is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation created in 1996 as The National Center for Construction Education and Research. It was developed with the support of more than 125 construction CEOs and various association and academic leaders who united to revolutionize training for the construction industry.