Wishing Our Members a Festive Holiday Season

Filled with Warmth + Joy

As the year comes to a close, let us reflect on our achievements and look forward to new opportunities in the coming year. Thank you for being an essential part of our construction community. 

In observance of the holidays, CAM's office will be closed from Tuesday, December 24th, to Thursday, January 2nd.

Happy holidays from all of us at the Construction Association of Michigan! 

Power Up with Your CAM Colleagues at

Join your CAM colleagues on Tuesday, January 14th, for morning coffee and networking at the Detroit office of Pophouse, a full-scope WBENC-certified design studio focused on the built environment. This is a free event for CAM members - advanced registration is required. 

Maximize Your CAM Membership:

Join Us for a Free Orientation!

On Friday, January 17th, from 9:00am-12:00pm, members are invited to a complimentary orientation on all that CAM offers. Gain a solid understanding of CAM's governance structure, departmental functions, member benefits, marketing opportunities, and Virtual Plan Room. Whether you're a seasoned industry professional or a newcomer, this orientation will equip you with the knowledge and resources to maximize your membership with CAM.

CAM Training & Education Center's Upcoming Classes

✓ MIOSHA Construction 10-Hour

✓ First Aid, CPR, AED

✓ Reasonable Suspicion: Supervisor Certification Course

✓ Construction Payment Bonds

✓ Printreading for Residential & Light Commercial Construction

Lock in Your Exhibit Space for the 2025 Great Lakes Design and Construction EXPO!

CAM's annual EXPO takes place on February 12th at the Suburban Collection Showplace. Exhibiting at EXPO provides an unparalleled opportunity to network with AEC industry professionals, including contractors, suppliers, and service providers, fostering valuable connections that can lead to new business opportunities.

Our list of exhibitors continues to grow - thank you to our latest:  ACE Cutting Equipment & Supply, AIS Construction Equipment, Contractor's Law Office, DM Payroll Solutions, Doeren Mayhew, GFL Environmental, PowerVac of Michigan, Renascent, and Sherwin-Williams. 

Registration for the Economic Forecast Breakfast

Is Now Open!

The EXPO begins with its annual Economic Forecast Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on February 12th, featuring keynote speaker Eric Lynch, CBE, Economist at the National Association of Home Builders. Registration includes breakfast, the presentation, and post-meeting presenter meet-and-greet on the EXPO show floor. Limited seating is available. 

This Just In! HFH's Jerry Darby to Present

Keynote Address at CAM's 139th Annual Meeting 

 CAM is pleased to welcome Jerry Darby, Vice President, Campus Planning, Development and Design, Henry Ford Hospital, as the keynote speaker for our Annual Meeting on February 12th. Mr. Darby will discuss HFH's $2.2 billion expansion plan, anchored by a new, state-of-the-art hospital facility. The inauguration of new Board members and the Project Achievement Awards will be announced at this meeting, taking place during the Great Lakes Design and Construction EXPO.

Men's Doubles Classic Bowling Registration Now Open!

Now in its 74th year, the annual Men's Doubles Classic event is one of the most popular social events of the year. A yearly average of 360 bowlers have enjoyed this fun-filled day at Thunderbowl Lanes in Allen Park. Grab your bowling shoes and get ready to roll on February 22nd—it's bound to be a strike-tacular day!

Trash Happens: Plan Ahead for Commercial Enclosures

Designing an effective trash enclosure is vital for maintaining cleanliness and efficient waste management in commercial buildings. Troy Dee at Runco Waste Systems provides tips and best practices, including site selection, overhead clearance, and concrete pad specifications to ensure easy access for waste collection. Important design elements such as wall height and gate width are also highlighted, along with tips for accommodating multiple waste streams. 

Tailored Incident Investigation Workshop

The Construction Safety Research Center invites construction safety professionals to a free three-hour Tailored Incident Investigation workshop on Tuesday, January 14th, at Lawrence Tech University. The workshop will cover Incident Repetition Challenges, Root Cause Analysis, Tailored Investigation Protocols, Human and Workplace Factors, and more.  

The December Issue of CAM Magazine Is Ready to View!

MICHIGAN CONSTRUCTION OUTLOOK

MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES

• AIA-MI Design Awards

• The Power of Internships: Walbridge's Path to Success

• Michigan Construction Outlook

• Milestone Anniversaries: Honoring CAM Member Companies Celebrating Anniversaries in 2024 and 2025

• And More!

CAM / ASSP Safety Leadership Conference

Macomb Community College  | December 4th