AEC Unites

🚨 Survey Deadline Extended! 🚨 We're excited to announce that AEC Unites' "Today's DEI Challenges and the Impact on Black-Owned AEC Firms" survey will remain open beyond the original deadline. This extension provides more time for Black-owned AEC businesses to share their experiences and insights. Your feedback is crucial in helping us understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by Black-owned firms in the AEC industry. Here is your opportunity to share your perspectives with us and let your voice be heard. By participating, you contribute to shaping policies and initiatives that drive equity and inclusion across the sector. 🔗 Take the Survey 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e-hpek4g We also encourage you to share this survey with your network. The more voices we hear, the greater the impact we can make together. Thank you for your valuable input! #AECUnites #DEISurvey #BlackOwnedBusiness #Inclusion #Equity

ICYMI: 🌟Attention Black-owned Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Firms!🌟 📢Your Voice Matters!📢 Participate in the AEC Unites survey to help shape the future of the industry! The survey aims to gather insights into the challenges faced by Black-owned AC firms and evaluate industry DEI programs. Share and participate now to make your voice heard! Together, let's pave the way for a more inclusive and thriving AEC community! If you're not a Black-owned AEC firm, help us spread the word by sharing this post. We promise to share our findings. Take the survey now: https://lnkd.in/e-hpek4g Learn more: Aecunites.org

🌟 Unveiling the facts! 🌟 Join AEC Unites today! Together, we can bridge these gaps. 🌍 #AECUnites #DiversityInAEC Visit our website: aecunites.org

Happy Independence Day from AEC Unites! Today, let’s honor the spirit of independence by supporting and uplifting each other. Together, we can create a stronger, more inclusive America. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Fourth of July! 🎉✨ #IndependenceDay #July4th #AECDiversity #AECUnites

We’re thrilled to welcome DesignForce as a new member of AEC Unites! 🎉 DesignForce specializes in the architecture, engineering, and general contracting industries as an impact-driven workforce and organizational strategy consultancy. Their expertise includes strategic hiring, leadership development, executive coaching, and strategic planning. This past year, they sat down with various AEC trailblazers to ask about their experiences with DEI in the AEC industry. You can find glimpses into their stories here: https://lnkd.in/eSKruvUe Join us in welcoming our new member and celebrating their commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the AEC industry.

We’re thrilled to welcome Project Cost Solutions as a new member of AEC Unites! Project Cost Solutions are dedicated professionals specializing in construction cost estimating, scheduling, and focusing on critical factors that drive success. By enabling clients to make informed decisions through independent cost analysis, detailed construction scheduling, and expert staff augmentation, they help navigate the complexities of construction projects. Join us in welcoming our new member and celebrating their commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the AEC industry.   Notable Projects: ⭐ Ga. Tech Kendeda Building (The Living Building Challenge) ⭐ 5Points MARTA Transformation ⭐ Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International Airport Master Plan Company website: https://lnkd.in/dy_Sm8Sj

AEC Unites survey is closing soon. Take the survey now: https://lnkd.in/e-hpek4g or help us by sharing with your network. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/evM5zUn8

Happy Juneteenth! At AEC Unites, we are committed to driving change and creating a more inclusive industry. #Juneteenth is a moment to celebrate freedom and reflect on the progress we've made, but it's also a time to recognize the significant work still needed to dismantle systemic racism. In the architecture, engineering, and construction industries, Black professionals continue to face disparities: ✊🏿 Representation: Black professionals make up less than 3% of licensed architects in the United States. (NCARB). ✊🏿 Small Business Challenges: Black-owned construction businesses receive only a fraction of federal contracts, often less than 2% annually. (U.S. Census Bureau). ✊🏿 Talent Pipeline: The graduation rates for Black students in engineering programs remain lower than their peers, impacting the future workforce. (National Science Foundation). ✊🏿 Racial Wealth Gap: The White-Black wealth ratio narrowed modestly in 2022, as the Federal Reserve reported. Still, white families had vastly more wealth than Black families. In 2022, for every $100 the average white family held, the average Black family had $15.75 (Federal reserve). ✊🏿 Business Disparities: Black-owned businesses are often undercapitalized, with Black entrepreneurs receiving just 1% of venture capital funding.(Harvard Business Review). These statistics highlight the ongoing inequities that must be addressed. On this Juneteenth, let us engage in meaningful conversations, challenge societal norms, and advocate for lasting change. By educating ourselves, amplifying Black voices, and supporting initiatives that address these disparities, we can create a more equitable AEC industry and society for all. #Juneteenth #AECUnites #Equity #Inclusion #Diversity #BlackExcellence #Construction #Engineering #Architecture #BlackWealth #BusinessDisparities

AEC Unites is committed to addressing the historical underrepresentation and systemic challenges Black professionals face in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. By becoming a member, your company has the unique opportunity to stand alongside other forward-thinking industry leaders dedicated to creating meaningful change and reshaping a more equitable industry. Visit aecunites.org to become a member today!

I'm resharing this wonderful initiative just in case you missed it. In May, Secretary Raimondo announced the Million Women in Construction Community Pledge with an initial seven signatories pledging their support of the initiative and a commitment to supporting women in construction. Three of the seven signatories are AEC Unites members; McKissack & McKissack, Mortenson and Shawmut Design and Construction. The Million Women in Construction initiative is a nationwide call to action for the construction industry – construction contractors, trade unions, and training institutions – to commit to bold steps that will ensure a robust and diverse workforce in the years ahead. It will be necessary to recruit, train, hire, and retain thousands of new and non-traditional workers – the next generation of skilled laborers and leaders who are prepared to rebuild U.S. infrastructure and supply chains and complement Federal government investments. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/esQ3RfgS