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| Clark expands Subcontractor Development Strategic Partnership Program Detroit-based builder Clark Construction has expanded its Subcontractor Development Strategic Partnership Program to Southern California. Last week, 18 small and local businesses began a nine-month executive MBA-style program designed to improve their construction management and overall business skills. Since the program's inception in the Washington, D.C. area in 2006, Clark has graduated more than 175 small businesses, each with increased capabilities in the construction industry. The Subcontractor Development Strategic Partnership Program curriculum combines interactive classroom instruction, team projects, and presentations. Classroom instructors include veteran Clark employees and experts from companies such as Glenn M. Gelman & Associates and Merriwether & Williams Insurance Services. Participants will study a range of business and construction industry topics including project management, insurance and bonding, and estimating and purchasing. The program culminates with a capstone project presentation to industry leaders. The program's 18 initial participants were selected through an application and essay process. A majority of the companies, which include businesses specializing in earthwork, drywall, woodworking, solar/electrical, and testing and inspection, have more than three years of industry experience. Participating in the program has improved the operations of more than 175 small businesses, including general contractor Athena Construction Group. Clark plans to begin a second Subcontractor Development Strategic Partnership Program next summer. write your comments about the article :: © 2011 Construction News :: home page |