Where Construction’s Next Generation of Leaders Connect, Grow and Lead
AGC East Tennessee’s Construction Leadership Council brings together high-potential professionals who are emerging as the next generation of leaders in our industry. Through leadership development, access to industry executives, business education, community involvement and meaningful relationships with their peers, CLC gives members opportunities to grow beyond their day-to-day roles.
Who You Should Nominate
To be considered for CLC membership, candidates must be nominated by their company owner, CEO, or other executive leader. There is no fee to join, but participants must be employed by an AGC-member company in good standing.
Members are required to attend official member meetings and are encouraged to get involved in committees and in programming to expand their leadership roles.
LEAD
Professional development designed around the skills emerging construction leaders need.
CONNECT
Build meaningful relationships with peers across every sector of the construction industry.
LEARN THE BUSINESS
Gain exposure to the business of construction beyond your individual role or discipline.
MAKE AN IMPACT
Take active leadership roles in community and industry initiatives.
What to Expect
CEO & executive roundtables • Leadership development • Behind-the-scenes project tours • Business education • Mentorship • Community leadership • Social & networking events • Industry advocacy
AGC Top 10 Emerging Construction Leaders
CLC members are eligible for AGC East Tennessee’s new Top 10 Emerging Construction Leaders in Southeast Tennessee recognizing emerging leaders who are making an impact within their companies, the construction industry and our community.
Honorees will be featured in STRUCTURE magazine and recognized through local media.
CLC Members in Action
BIG PIG BBQ Contest
This small industry event started in a dusty parking lot with 9 teams in 2019 and has since emerged into a Kansas City BBQ Sociey certified event embraced by the city of Chattanooga. In 2026, the event welcomed 22 teams, 800 guests, and raised nearly $40,000 for the Construction Career Center
The Construction Camp
Since launching in 2023, the Construction Camp has taught nearly 200 rising 8th and 9th graders the basics of construction in a fun, safe and educational space. In 2026, the Camp received a $150,000 grant from Bloomberg Philanthropies to expand its footprint to more kids in the Chattanooga area.
Community Leadership
Our emerging leaders have led “Repair Days” at local non-profict facilities like the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chattanooga and Widow’s Harvest, mentored students at Chatt State and UTC, raised funds for scholarships to support students in construction pathways. CLC participants have gone on to serve on civic and community boards they have connected with through CLC.