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Sam Abbitt shared thisPerfect weather for an easy 6,200 sf daytime pour in Newberry, Florida! Thanks to our remarkable crew members and trade partners for making this happen. Next, we go vertical with CIPC columns and masonry.
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Sam Abbitt reposted thisSam Abbitt reposted this#Groundswole, Groundswell's powerhouse Employee Resource Group , tackled their flagship event, Savage Race, in Kennedyville, MD last weekend with gusto! (but that's expected) 🏃♀️💥 From muddy mayhem to wild challenges, they laughed in the face of adversity and came out #strongertogether! They embodied the spirit of wellness for body and soul, conquering obstacles as a Team and building memories that will last a lifetime. 💪🏽🎉 #Groundswole #SavageRace #MudMadness #TeamSpirit Sam Abbitt
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Sam Abbitt shared thisReinforcing workers (aka “rod busters”) climbing rebar grids, preparing for Friday’s pour of the second lift of this stair tower at the new VA Admin Building. Photo 1 shows structure exterior. Photo 2 shows structure interior.
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Sam Abbitt shared thisSetting up the interior forms before we start on second floor vertical rebar for this CIPC stair tower.
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Sam Abbitt shared thisWe are going vertical with 50 foot high concrete shear walls at the new VA Administration Building project in Gainesville, FLSam Abbitt shared thisFirst lift done, 4 trucks. Getting staged for 2nd of 3 jumps next week. Fun stuff
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Sam Abbitt shared thisWe are still #hiring! Know anyone who might be interested?
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Sam Abbitt shared thisWe are still #hiring! Know anyone who might be interested?
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Sam Abbitt shared thisConcrete beams in progress at Keystone Heights Elementary School
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Sam Abbitt shared this🚀🚀Sam Abbitt shared thisThe guys did awesome today on 454 yds in alachua. Piece of cake. Love when all the guys just get it done no worries, just plain and simply making it happen!
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Sam Abbitt liked thisSam Abbitt liked thisYesterday, we joined Clay County on the Ribbon Cutting for their new Development Services Building. This 30,000-square-foot, two-story building serves as the central hub for the county's municipal departments, supporting efficient county operations while fostering business growth, expanding employment opportunities, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. We're proud to partner with Clay County and Walker Architects, Inc. on this project that exemplifies our mission to Build People, Beautify Cities, and Bring Exceptional Buildings to Life, for Life. #MakeBuildingsforLife
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Sam Abbitt liked thisSam Abbitt liked thisAlways a great time at the FEFPA summer conference to connect with our education clients, design partners and continue learning. The first day was a great start! #communitycentered #makebuildingsforlife
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Sam Abbitt liked thisSam Abbitt liked thisLast Saturday, #TeamScorpio was proud to celebrate 60 years of excellence at Santa Fe College's annual President’s Gala. The evening was filled with reflection on the college’s many accomplishments over the past year, and we were honored to be part of such a special milestone. #CommunityCenteredConstruction
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Sam Abbitt liked thisSam Abbitt liked thisMost concrete suppliers? They'll send you a number. GGC? We'll send you a full breakdown. After every bid, Greater Georgia Concrete provides a detailed quantity breakdown so you can see exactly what went into the price. Every line item, not just the total. When a GC or estimator can trace the math, they stop second-guessing the number. The relationship shifts from "vendor checking in" to "partner we trust." A detailed breakdown after every bid is a small thing that signals something bigger: We're not just trying to win this job, we're trying to earn the next one. #concrete #construction #concreteconstruction #concretecontractor
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Sam Abbitt liked thisSam Abbitt liked thisWe're excited to welcome Robert Menasco as Project Director in Gainesville! With a proven background in construction leadership and a people-first approach, he brings the experience needed to strengthen teams, deliver quality projects, and support our communities. His addition reinforces CPPI’s commitment to collaboration, integrity, and long-term client success. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/exzMdEvdRobert Menasco Joins CPPI as Project Director in North Central FloridaRobert Menasco Joins CPPI as Project Director in North Central Florida
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Sam Abbitt liked thisSam Abbitt liked thisFriday was a celebration for the City of Gainesville as the newly redesigned City Hall Plaza officially reopened with a ribbon cutting ceremony! 🎉 More than 200 community members, city leaders, staff, and officials gathered together in the new civic courtyard to celebrate this exciting transformation. The redesigned plaza now features expanded seating, upgraded lighting, beautiful landscaping, and an open-concept layout designed to host community gatherings, shows, announcements, events, and so much more. This revitalized space also highlights the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Hall of Fame Garden and the Sister Cities Monument, creating a meaningful and welcoming place for the community to gather and connect. The project was carefully constructed in phases while City Hall remained fully operational, allowing city staff, commissioners, and officials a unique bird’s-eye view of the progress throughout construction. We are incredibly proud to have partnered with JBPro and the City of Gainesville to help bring this vision to life. This project aligns with the city’s strategic plan to create a great place for neighbors to live, gather, and thrive. Be sure to stop by and check it out! 🌿🏛️ https://lnkd.in/efdqea2H JBPro City of Gainesville
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Sam Abbitt liked thisSam Abbitt liked thisFrom the ground up. GCD managed every phase of this breakroom addition at the Valmont Industries, Inc. facility in Ft. Meade, FL — foundations, structural concrete, framing, finishes, and a fully operational space. This is what full-service looks like.
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Sam Abbitt liked thisSam Abbitt liked thisRibbon cut. Doors open. Gainesville now has a new front door for emergency care—and a surgical platform built to deliver, day one. Less waiting. More capability. The right care, when it matters most. Proud of the team behind this. Let’s get to work. #carelikefamily HCA Florida North Florida Hospital HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital #hcahealthcare #hcanorthfloridadivision
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Savage Race
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LEED Accredited Professional
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OSHA 30 Hour Construction Management Safety Training
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Senior Committee Member and Contributor
ASTM International
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The mission of the committee, comprised of representatives from OCE industry leaders, is to establish standard practices for all obstacle course events, worldwide, with a focus on event health and safety.
F24.61 Standard Practice for Obstacle Course Events
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Savage Race Florida Fall 2012
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Savage Race Florida Fall 2012 was one of many events our company has produced. This particular event attracted over 9,000 participants and spectators, and had a major economic impact on the local community. This event helped Savage Race become nationally recognized because it served as the catalyst for our winning Travelete's "Best Obstacle Race Series" of 2012.
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Best Mid-Size Race Series
Mud Run Guide
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Best North American Race Series
Mud Run Guide
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2016 Outstanding Incubator Graduate of The Year
International Business Innovation Association
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CEO of the Year Honoree
Orlando Business Journal
Honored by Orlando Business Journal as one of 28 CEOs at the helm of some of Central Florida’s most well-known and emerging firms who have shown their ability to navigate current market conditions successfully and leave a lasting legacy through their community involvement.
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Inc. 500 - Ranked #266 Fastest-Growing Private Company in USA
Inc. Magazine
Inc. magazine ranked Savage Race NO. 266 with a 3-year growth rate of 1,709% on its 34th annual Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. Savage Race was also ranked the 7th fastest-growing company in the Orlando metro area. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy—America’s independent entrepreneurs.
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Top 50 Florida Companies To Watch
GrowFL
Savage Race has been named one of the top 50 Florida companies expected to continue to see significant growth over the next several years. Savage Race was selected from more than 500 nominees for Florida Companies to Watch, a statewide program managed by economic development group GrowFL, in association with the Edward Lowe Foundation.
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The 50 Most Influential People In Obstacle Racing
www.mudandadventure.com
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5 Must Do Obstacle Races and Mud Runs in 2015
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Facebook for Business Success Story
Facebook
Facebook publishes marketing case studies for small businesses or global brands to learn how others achieved real results with Facebook marketing. Savage Race was honored to be included as Facebook's primary case study for how to best use Facebook video ads.
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2012 Orlando's 40 Under 40: Business's rising stars
Orlando Business Journal
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