STRUCTURE
The construction industry is filled with people who are doing incredible things to transform their lives, uplift the people around them, and strengthen their communities. Behind the perceived grit of construction is a vibrant culture of generosity, resilience, and heart that should be celebrated.
That’s why AGC East Tennessee is excited to launch STRUCTURE, a new lifestyle magazine to spotlight the best part of construction … its people.
STRUCTURE features inspiring stories of peers going the extra mile, tips on health and wellness, favorite jobsite gear, and real-life motivation from people you actually know in the industry. It’s a platform that honors the tough, compassionate, and driven professionals who make construction what it is.
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IN THIS ISSUE …
Some Heroes Wear Hard Hats: “He Wasn’t Gone Unless I Gave Up”
Ethan Case's Incredible Act of Bravery that Saved His Friend's Life on the Job The work day ahead was routine for these best friends. Grapple trucks rumbling through rural Georgia in the aftermath of a hurricane, picking up storm debris pushed to the roadside. For...
Charlie York’s Journey from Broken Man to Redemption
How God Rebuilt My Life from the Ground Up By Charlie York, Owner of York Safety SolutionsIf you’re reading this and you’re tired, burned out, or buried under pressure, I get it. I’ve been there. I’ve stumbled through divorce, addiction, shame, and suicidal thoughts....
Construction’s Silent Crisis
Too many of our friends in construction are feeling empty, alone, and like they don’t matter, but they don’t know why. These aren’t just bad days. They’re signs of one of the biggest health crises in our industry: depression. The “tough it out” culture tells us to...
We Built This Together: Construction Career Center is Changing Lives
By Nic CornelisonPresident of P&C ConstructionDirector of the Construction Career CenterExecutive Officer of AGC East TennesseeBack in 2018, a few of us from AGC East Tennessee sat around a table and asked one big question: What are we going to do about the...
Book Recs for Construction Pros
Level up your game with these book recommendations from four construction leaders.By Norm Brodsky and Beau Burlingam A practical, no-nonsense guide to building and sustaining a successful business. With a sharp wit and candid tone, Brodsky emphasizes the importance of...
Console Confessions … What’s in Your Truck?
TOP-RATED AMAZON PRODUCTSYour truck console is your mobile command center, personal pharmacy, and day-saver. Battling BO, bad breath, blisters, or just the 3 pm slump? A well-stocked console can mean the difference between thriving and barely surviving the jobsite....
5 Power Moves to Build Strength for the Jobsite
As someone who works in earthwork, I can tell you that this job takes a serious toll on your body if you’re not prepared for it. We’re moving dirt, hauling pipe, jumping in and out of equipment, and working long days in the heat. If your core’s weak or your back’s not...
Building Structure for Health and Happiness
In the rugged, high-pressure world of construction, conversations about emotional wellness, physical health, and spiritual strength rarely take center stage. But one construction professional is changing that narrative, and building something that could outlast steel...
Structure For Your Life
By Jerod GilleyChair, AGC East TennesseePresident, Construction ConsultantsSince I can remember, I have been surrounded by the construction industry. Some of my earliest memories are visiting jobsites and clients with my father or grandfather, and for that I am...
Hydrate to Operate
By Kristian Croxall Croxall ConstructionI’ve been in construction long enough to know that staying hydrated isn’t just a good idea—it’s part of doing the job right. When the temperatures climb and the sun is beating down, water is just as important as your tools and...
Gritty Gear: Best Workboots for Every Jobsite
For workers handling heavy materials or operating machinery, steel toe boots are a must. They offer maximum protection against falling objects and compression hazards. Look for options like the Timberland PRO 6” Pit Boss or the Caterpillar Second Shift for a...