Doug Carlson Named as New President & CEO for ABCRMC

Dear ABC Members,
 
I am excited to officially announce that Doug Carlson has been hired as the new President & CEO for the Rocky Mountain Chapter.  Doug is a seasoned association executive with over 22 years of association experience. He currently serves as the President & CEO of the ABC of the Carolinas chapter, which covers both North and South Carolina with over 500 members.
 
Doug is a proven leader with solid results in: membership growth; finance; governance; strategic vision development and planning; governmental affairs; education/training; non-dues revenue; and meetings/events. He exhibits strong leadership and a management style that builds cohesive partnerships between volunteer leaders and staff.
 
Major Chapter Achievements:

• National Mullen Award for Membership Growth (2005-2012 and 2014-2015).
• Increased annual budget from $375k in 2003 to over $2.5M in revenue in 2017.
• Passed open competition legislation in North and South Carolina in 2013 guaranteeing our members and the industry will have the opportunity to compete openly on state funded projects.
• Started NC & SC state PAC’s and increased activity in federal PAC.
• Purchased and managed two buildings for chapter training and tenant revenue.
• Developed chapter Excellence in Construction program that has grown from 8 entries with 60 attendees to a major banquet with over 80 entries and 625+ attendees.
• Grew Meet the Generals to 3 events in major markets with over 530+ attendees in largest market.

 
National Involvement:

• Chair of ABC National Chapter Presidents’ Executive Committee
• ABC Insurance Trust – Trustee
• ABC PAC Board of Trustees – President’s Liaison
• ABC FEA Board of Trustees – President’s Liaison
• ABC Chapter Development Committee – President’s Liaison

 
Doug’s official first day with the Chapter is January 22nd, although he has already begun the transition process and is being included in the planning and budgeting process for 2018.  We are excited about the new energy and vison that Doug will bring to the chapter in addition to his strong knowledge of ABC and dedication to the merit shop philosophy.
 
Sincerely,
Jason Maxwell, White Construction Group
2017 Chairman of the Board