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WCG recently in the South Carolina News!
WCG was recently in the news in South Carolina. WCG was featured for the WCG Emergency Department debris removal project in Greenville, SC. The project involved removing storm debris from the Reedy River two years after Hurricane Helene swept through the area. WCG would like to express their thanks to an awesome job by the WCG Emergency Department 👍
You can view the full article HERE
WCG team will be attending the SAME Tri-Regional JETS Conference in New Orleans
The 2026 Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Gulf Coast, Southeast, and Carolinas Tri-Regional Joint Engineer Training Symposium (JETS) takes place from October 6–8, 2026 in New Orleans, LA. Hosted by the Louisiana Post, the event focuses on mission-focused engineering, infrastructure resilience, and emerging technologies supporting national defense.
WCG team members attending will be Bernard M. Wright President & CEO Founder and Masie Hagizada Business Development Director, take time to visit and get to know WCG!
WCG team will be attending and exhibiting at the SAME Small Business Conference in North Carolina
The Small Business Conference (SBC) brings together senior government leaders, industry executives, and emerging innovators for an unparalleled opportunity to align strategy, strengthen partnerships, and shape the future of federal programs.
Recognized as The Strategic Business Connection of the Year, SBC goes beyond a traditional conference. It is a catalyst for meaningful engagement—where mission requirements meet innovative solutions, and relationships turn into results.
WCG team members will be attending and exhibiting at the conference. Take time to stop by our booth and see what WCG has to offer!
WCG HR team attends the El Paso Procurement Conference
The Procurement conference held at the El Paso Convention Center on August 12. 2026 was open to all businesses, contractors, and vendors interested in government contracting opportunities.
This event provided an excellent opportunity for local and regional businesses to network directly with federal, state, and local government agencies as well as prime contractors. Historically, the conference has served as an important resource for expanding government and prime-contractor outreach throughout West Texas, including the region’s veteran and commercial business communities.
WCG had the opportunity to make valuable industry connections, learn more about government procurement opportunities, and strengthen relationships with organizations involved in public-sector contracting.
WCG HR team attends SHRM 2026 Conference
The SHRM Conference is the premier HR that explores the future of HR and workplace culture. This year's conference included a star-studded line up of speakers from Oprah Winfrey to Terry Crews and Simon Sinek. The WCG HR team attended various workshops and speaker sessions focused on current and future trends of the HR industry and also had some time to enjoy the provided entertainment and activities.
Some topics covered were:
Terry Crews on Well-Being: “One Wonderful Thing Can Change Your Life”
At SHRM26, actor and wellness advocate Terry Crews emphasized the importance of making employee well-being a daily priority. He shared his personal experiences with career transitions, burnout, and maintaining physical and mental health throughout his life. Crews encouraged HR professionals to focus on helping employees build consistent wellness habits rather than seeking quick fixes.
Oprah Winfrey encouraged HR professionals at SHRM26 not to lose focus on the most important parts of the job: people and the culture that helps them thrive.
Simon Sinek and BambooHR CEO Brad Rencher urged HR leaders at SHRM26 to redesign work around people and AI, not pursue automation alone.
At SHRM26, SHRM President and Chief Executive Officer Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., SHRM-SCP, urged HR professionals to connect people strategy to business performance.
WCG attending Dyess Air Force Base Industry Day 2026
This event held at Dyess AFB in Abilene, Tx is designed to connect trade contractors and industry partners with forecasted project opportunities, contracting officials, and prime contractors for upcoming base infrastructure and renovation projects.
Take time to meet WCG's Director of Business Development Masie Hagizada
WCG attends Borderland Connect event in El Paso
Borderland Connect provided an excellent opportunity for WCG staff to network with companies, educational institutions, and industry professionals within the construction and infrastructure sectors. The event emphasized collaboration, workforce development, and business growth throughout the Borderland region.
CONNECTIONS MADE
During the event, WCG connected with companies and and organizations that could lead to future partnerships and opportunities.
Conversations with Western Technical College opened the possibility of participating in future job fairs and internship programs, which could help strengthen recruiting efforts and provide students with hands-on industry experience. Other colleges and trade schools also expressed interest in having WCG participate in their career fairs to support graduating students entering the workforce. This includes potential partnerships with trucking schools to assist with recruiting drivers and developing workforce pipelines for the transportation industry.
Industry connections were made with LVM Flooring, an El Paso-based company with multiple offices across Texas and potentially throughout the United States. This relationship could create future collaboration opportunities within construction and flooring projects. Additionally, Sarabia’s Portable Toilets showcased updated portable restroom solutions at competitive pricing, which may provide a valuable vendor option for future job sites.
Jordan Foster Construction and Equipment Share were also in attendance. They provide construction, heavy equipment rental solutions that could be a useful resource for future projects, including earthmoving, aerial, and material handling equipment, as well as jobsite support services like power and climate control.
WCG also connected with Cavender’s Western Store for the possible opportunity to establish an employee discount program for work boots and apparel or create a direct purchasing relationship with discounted pricing for company needs.
Overall, Borderland Connect created meaningful networking opportunities that could support future recruiting, vendor partnerships, workforce development, and long-term business growth.
WCG will be attending the VETS26 Conference in New Orleans, LA
The NVSBC VETS Conference is the premier Federal small business event focused exclusively on GROWING YOUR BUSINESS. The VETS26 Conference brings together Federal Procurement Decision Makers + Large Prime Contractors + Procurement Ready Small Business Leaders for 4 days of non-stop Networking, Training, and Teaming!
Take time to meet WCG's leadership team while attending the conference.
WCG will be attending the US Forest Industry Day in Havelock, NC
The US Forest Industry Day offers sessions focused on connecting contractors with USDA Forest Service contracting opportunities, including civil construction and service-based work related to Hurricane Helene recovery.
Take time to meet WCG's Business Development Manager Masie Hagizada
WCG will be attending SAME Ft Worth Industry Day
The SAME Ft Worth Industry Day is a 3-day event, built for real access, real insight, and real connection with federal decision-makers serving the region it includes a full day of District updates, contracting insight, and engagement with leadership from USACE Fort Worth, VA, TRWD, and other federal partners.
Take time to meet WCG's CEO and Founder Bernard Wright
WCG will be attending and exhibiting at the 2026 Southeast Region Federal Construction Infrastructure & Environmental Summit in Wilmington NC
“The Summit” brings together over 800+ representatives of the Corps of Engineers, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Fort Liberty, Marine Corps Installations East, Seymour Johnson AFB, other Army, Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps installations, US Coast Guard, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, other federal agencies, general and specialty contractors, designers and construction suppliers from throughout the Southeast of the United States.
Take time to meet and visit the WCG exhibit to see what all WCG offers to the industry.
WCG will be attending the ISOA Third Annual Europe Industry Days in Germany
ISOA’S Third Annual Europe Industry Days will feature valuable presentations by key defense, diplomatic, NATO, and contracting entities in Europe. Attendees will have the chance to meet one-on-one with potential clients and business partners.
Take time to meet WCG's Contracts and Compliance Manager Timothy McLAren
