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DSDG’s 25th Anniversary — Press Release
DSDG Architects / GCBX Archive • June 3, 2026 GCBX member DSDG Architects celebrates 25 years of design and collaboration while highlighting the firm’s continued growth and its…
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Representing our Membership on Manatee County 100% Impact Fees
Gulf Coast Builders Exchange • May 21, 2025 GCBX outlined its position on proposed Manatee County impact-fee changes, supporting responsible infrastructure funding while advocating for a balanced approach…
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Longtime, vocal leader of prominent Sarasota builders group retires
Business Observer • February 6, 2025 • Mark Gordon Business Observer looks back at Mary Dougherty’s tenure leading GCBX and the organization’s transition to Executive Director Elizabeth Shore.
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Each Careful Step Along the Byway
SRQ Daily • November 30, 2024 • Mary Dougherty As she prepared to retire from GCBX, Mary Dougherty reflected on the organization’s local mission, its resilience and the…
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Builders Make For Stronger Communities
SRQ Daily • November 2, 2024 • Mary Dougherty GCBX highlights the connection between commercial construction, strong schools, local businesses and resilient communities across the region.
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Laying a Foundation for Success
GCBX Archive / member-submitted content • August 14, 2024 A look at how Riverview High School’s Construction Academy and local industry partners are creating hands-on pathways for students…
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Builders Remain Part Of This Community
SRQ Daily • July 27, 2024 • Mary Dougherty GCBX reflects on the long-standing role its member companies play in the regional economy, workforce development and community investment.
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Good Government Strengthens Economy
SRQ Daily • June 22, 2024 • Mary Dougherty GCBX discusses the relationship between sound public policy, education, local investment and a strong regional economy.
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Affordable Housing Impacts Us All
SRQ Daily • April 27, 2024 • Mary Dougherty GCBX examines how workforce housing challenges affect employees, employers and the cost of doing business throughout the region.
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Education Critical to Industry Throughout Region
SRQ Daily • February 24, 2024 • Mary Dougherty GCBX explains why education, technical training and construction-career programs are critical to the region’s future workforce and economic development.
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Business Observer • July 31, 2026 • John Wiseman GCBX Chairman John Wiseman discusses why responsible growth, infrastructure planning and economic opportunity must move together as the Sarasota-Manatee region plans for its future.
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