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\nSuccess in construction depends on strong partnerships. The 2026 AGC MA Diversity Summit is designed to help small and local businesses\, general contractors\, construction managers\, owners\, and industry partners build meaningful relationships\, strengthen their businesses\, and prepare for future opportunities.
\nThrough educational workshops\, structured supplier matchmaking\, and networking with industry leaders\, participants will leave with practical strategies\, new connections\, and actionable next steps to help their businesses compete\, scale\, and succeed
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\n\nAs part of this year'\;s enhanced Diversity Summit\, we'\;re excited to introduce Structured Supplier Matchmaking?a new feature designed to move beyond traditional networking and foster meaningful business partnerships. to connect small and local businesses with general contractors and construction managers based on their trade\, capabilities\, and business goals.
\nUnlike traditional networking\, these conversations are intentionally matched to help participants:
Whether you'\;re looking to expand your network\, find qualified trade partners\, or position your company for future projects\, these curated conversations are designed to create connections that continue long after the Summit ends.
\nThis isn'\;t just networking\, it'\;s relationship building with purpose.
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\n\nNetwork with Industry Leaders
\nConnect with general contractors\, construction managers\, trade partners\, owners\, and industry professionals while expanding your professional network and exploring future business opportunities.
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\nHear Industry Perspectives
\nKick off the afternoon with a keynote conversation focused on market trends\, partnership\, and the evolving opportunities shaping the construction industry.
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\nChoose Two Educational Workshops
\nSelect two of three practical workshops designed to provide tools and strategies you can apply immediately to strengthen your business.
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\nBidding Best Practices
\nWinning work starts long before a bid is submitted. Learn how to prepare more competitive bids\, understand what general contractors and construction managers look for in trade partners\, and avoid common pitfalls that can prevent firms from being considered. Participants will also explore how bonding capacity influences growth opportunities and how to prepare for larger\, more complex projects.
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\nPrequalification &\; EMR
\nGain a clearer understanding of the prequalification process\, including safety metrics\, financial documentation\, insurance requirements\, and other key factors owners and contractors use to evaluate trade partners. Leave with practical strategies to strengthen your qualifications and improve your competitiveness.
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\nClean Energy Opportunities
\nSignificant investments in clean energy\, sustainability\, and decarbonization are creating new opportunities across the construction industry. Learn about emerging market sectors\, the types of projects being developed\, and how your business can position itself to compete in this rapidly growing market.
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CONSTRUCTION INCLUSION WEEK - SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
\n\nDuring Construction Inclusion Week\, AGC MA hosts a number of events that showcase our industry'\;s commitment to diversity\, equity\, and Inclusion. Your Inclusion Week sponsorship covers the following events: BWiC/CFDI Open House\, AGC MA Diversity Summit\, Stand Down for Respect and much more.
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\nCIW Champion - $ 5\,000
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\nCIW Ally - $ 3\,000
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\nCIW Supporter - $ 1\,500
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\nReady to sponsor? \;
\nLock in your sponsorship by clicking register at the top of this event page.
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\nHave questions about sponsorship?
\nContact AGC MA Marketing &\; Communications Manager - Henry Kruger at kruger@agcmass.org.
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\nAGC MA Construction Inclusion Week Events
\nConstruction Inclusion Week is the first effort to harness the collective power of general contractors\, specialty contractors\, subcontractors\, and suppliers. This week aims to build awareness of the need to improve diversity and inclusion in the construction industry by providing content and resources.
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\nBelow you'\;ll soon \;find a number of different events AGC MA is hosting during Construction Inclusion Week to help build awareness and improve diversity in the industry.
\n BWiC/CFDI Open House \n \n  \n \n TBA \n \; | \n Stand Down for Respect \n \n  \n \n TBA | \n \n \n \; | \n Student Chapter Networking Event \n \n  \n \n TBA | \n
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