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Building Equity in Birmingham Construction | Birmingham News
For over thirty years, Jarrod Sims has watched Birmingham grow through his family’s construction business — but he saw a gap: Black contractors were often left out of key opportunities. That’s why he helped launch the Black Contractors Association Alabama Chapter, now in its third year with 60-70 members spanning electricians, architects, and more. After decades of failed attempts to build this network, the group is thriving — not just securing contracts, but mentoring newcomers, collaborating on projects, and giving back to the community. With new industries like data centers emerging…
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