Economic Inclusion
Delivering innovation in construction through economic inclusion
Commitment to economic inclusion in construction starts at the top
"Messer is committed to leadership in creating economic opportunities for all segments of our regional communities. We believe sustainable change requires the inclusion of the entire markets and workforce including underrepresented businesses and talent from varied backgrounds. If we are to sustain growth and continue to compete in this ever-changing business environment, it is imperative that our economic inclusion initiatives continue to support and uplift our communities."
"An inclusive workforce and supply chain provides innovative solutions for success. The growth of local businesses results in job creation within our communities. When citizens within our communities are working, the economic vitality of our communities thrives. When our communities are thriving, our nation’s economy gets stronger. The bottom line: Economic Inclusion is a vital difference maker for everyone."
Header photo courtesy of UC Foundation
Impacting the construction industry through economic inclusion
Workforce Engagement
Recruiting and retaining the best talent to drive innovative thinking and action.
Supplier Engagement
Committed to doing business with the entire market and workforce including underrepresented businesses.
Community Engagement
Actively engaged in professional organizations that serves underrepresented businesses and citizens within our communities.
"Messer achieved record-breaking economic inclusion results on the new emergency room and surgery facilities
at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. As construction manager for the project, Messer spent $66 million with more than 40 local underrepresented subcontractors which represents 49% of total project expenditures to date [Aug. 2023]. Additionally, 16 residents from Avondale, Uptown, and other urban communities have been placed and started new construction careers with Messer and some of the subcontractors that worked on the project. My company, the Elliott Management Group, was hired by UC Health to monitor, track, and audit economic inclusion results for the project. The economic inclusion results achieved by Messer are some the best we have ever seen in the Greater Cincinnati region for a project of this scope."
Howard Elliott, President, Elliott Management Group
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NCUS Black Mens Wellness Day
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UC Health Spirit of Diversity Outstanding Supplier Award
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Awarded Leader in Diversity From Nashville Business Journal
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HCAC Gala
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UC CEAS Summer Bridge 2024
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Metrolina Minority Contractors Association Steel Toe Boot Awards
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Summit for Decision Makers on Supplier Diversity in Construction
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Breakfast Conversations Business Networking Event
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Who's Who In Black Cincinnati
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Urban Workforce Development Initiative Wheels Car Recipient
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Louisville Urban League Derby Gala
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Celebrating YWCA Career Women of Achievement