Congratulations to Andrew Alvey, a Project Manager/Estimator at Beltline's Owensboro division, on his promotion to Owensboro Division Manager! Andrew has been a vital part of the Beltline team for many years, and we are excited to see him step into this next chapter of leadership. Andrew began his career in the electrical trade in 2004 and joined Beltline Electric in 2010 as an apprentice. He became a Journeyman Wireman in 2014 and went on to run work as both a Foreman and General Foreman from 2014–2018. In 2018, Andrew was promoted to Project Manager/Estimator, a role he has held to the present day. During this time, he successfully managed several large-scale commercial and industrial multi-million-dollar projects and has been a key factor in Beltline’s continued growth and success in the Owensboro region. Andrew’s strong leadership, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to excellence make him a natural fit for this role. Please join us in congratulating Andrew on his promotion and wishing him continued success as Owensboro Division Manager.
Exciting changes are coming to the State Group in the new year! As of January 5, Brian Jones has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer. Our previous CEO, Michael Lampert, will remain on the State Group's Board of Directors and assume the role of Executive Chairman. We are grateful to Michael Lampert for his 5 years of service and pleased to welcome a new leader to drive our next phase of growth. Brian brings over 25 years in the construction industry and a proven record of scaling industrial service companies to his new role. We thank Michael and Brian for their service and look forward to continued growth in the year ahead!
We're pleased to announce that John Lawrie will now serve as Division Manager at Herbst Electric, a member of the State Group Family of Companies. John has been with Herbst since 1997, and his leadership as a foreman, general foreman, superintendent, project manager, and now division manager has been an invaluable part of Herbst's success. Congratulations to John on this new chapter!
This Veterans Day, The State Group and our Family of Companies honor and recognize our employees, their family members, and members of our community who have served in the US military. Thank you for your courage, dedication, and sacrifice.
On Remembrance Day, we at the State Group are reflecting on the selflessness and commitment of the men and women who have served Canada. We are deeply grateful for their service and sacrifice and are proud to acknowledge their efforts today and every day.
We’re excited to share that the State Group ranked 27th on the Engineering News-Record’s list of 2025’s Top 600 Specialty Contractors! In addition to our overall ranking, we ranked #14 in the top 50 electrical firms and #27 in the top 50 mechanical firms. Thanks to everyone at the State Group and our Family of Companies who have made our continued success possible! Looking forward to another year of growth together.
At the State Group, we put safety first - and that includes mental health. If you've been struggling or notice someone else having a hard time, help is available. • Use screening tools to help you decide if you could benefit from extra support - the WHO-5 Well Being Index offers free resources. • State Group employees can access free, confidential counseling resources through our Employee Assistance Plan. • If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 for 24/7 support. Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health, and reaching out for support is a sign of strength.
The State Group is proud to be a Culture of CARE Impact Champion! We're excited to announce that we've taken the Culture of CARE Pledge and are now recognized as an Impact Champion, committing to a culture that is diverse, safe, welcoming, and inclusive. Join us as we work towards a more inclusive construction industry, where every voice is heard and every individual can reach their full potential. Together, we can make a difference! Learn more and take a personal pledge to create a culture of CARE at www.buildculture.org #ImpactChampion #CultureOfCARE
This week, employees from the State Group Family of Companies in the Louisville region came together for a day of safety trainings. It was a great way to reaffirm our commitment to safety and make sure everyone has the tools and knowledge they need to work safe each and every day. Providing resources to protect our employees' physical and mental health is a top priority for all of us at State Group. Thank you to everyone who worked to put this event together - we look forward to another year of safe and successful projects!
Last week, we said congratulations and goodbye for now to the students in our Future Leaders Program! For the past eight weeks, these interns have worked alongside our finance, IT, project management, and safety departments, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the construction industry. Thank you to the incredible young professionals who chose to spend their summer with the State Group!
