How Construction Allies in Action ⁠is building a more inclusive, transparent, and equitable construction industry(11-22-25)

WYCE's Community Closeup (*conversations concerning issues of importance in West Michigan)

In this episode, WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower welcomes Elizabeth Bovard Strong, the Founder and President of Construction Allies in Action (CAIA).

Elizabeth was the first female Executive Vice President of the Builders Exchange of Michigan.

Construction Allies in Action is a local nonprofit organization committed to building a more inclusive, transparent, and equitable construction industry.

Through strategic partnerships, they empower underrepresented contractors by providing business education, project opportunities, and direct access to critical resources.

Construction Allies in Action empowers industry leaders to drive generational change by fostering transparency, accountability, and real opportunity in the construction field.

With the support of our Construction Allies, Community Partners, and many volunteers and supporters, we create free and low-cost programming that equips underrepresented contractors with the tools, knowledge, and connections they need to build sustainable, thriving businesses.

Become a Construction Ally--Become a Community Partner--Share a Project Opportunity--Find Your Next Go-To Contractor.

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