“Larry, I want to express my gratitude for taking the time to work with the
Scouts. Hands down, our field trip to your jobsite and the layout training you
provided, resulted in the best meeting we have ever had. I thought being a Scout
was fun, but I had no idea how much Scouting teaches the children. The kids
learn self reliance, citizenship and respect for the flag and country. That is
why we are grateful for your time (and hardhats) you gave us. Thank you once
again.”
John Crane
Vice President of Development – The Hawkins Companies
Larry Leroux – Scout Field Engineer Training & Fieldtrip Leader
“Jonathan is very passionate about the construction industry. He’s given
countless hours of volunteer service to our organization and to local high
school construction programs, working to encourage more young people to pursue
careers in construction. I am honored to recommend Jonathan for any role
requiring passionate, sincere leadership.”
Scott Shelar
Executive Director – Construction Education Foundation of Georgia
Jonathan Clay – Local Industry Council Chairman
“I want to take this opportunity to thank you for all you have done to
facilitate the formation and growth of the Southeast Chapter of the Building
Commissioning Association. Your leadership as Vice President of our Chapter and
member of the Executive Committee is invaluable to the growth and stature of our
Chapter. The knowledge and skills you display of the construction process as it
relates to Commissioning is very impressive.
The demonstration of you knowledge, technical ability and powers of persuasion
have greatly enhanced the effort to assemble the present members and supports.
Your outstanding effort is a major reason for the growth of our Chapter and its
emerging national prominence. Your ability to recognize and overcome obstacles
that arise in the growing of a new organization as well as your follow-through
once you make a decision is most rare and of great benefit to the Chapter.
Because of your many personal strengths you obviously have a great future ahead
of you. I sincerely value your support and friendship and am personally thankful
to work with you.”
Robin F. Smith
Director of Commissioning
Emory University
Jonathan Clay – Past Vice President and Founding Board Member Southeast Chapter
– Building Commissioning Association
“Congratulations on your accomplishments with Southside. It goes without saying
that students at Southside High School will reap long term benefits from their
relationship with…members of your LIC. A unique accomplishment that is less
obvious, however, is that your partnership has managed to amplify the public’s
attention to a traditionally, unpopular program within the school. This
accomplishment is at the root of CEFGA’s “School to Career” effort and your
organization has demonstrated the ultimate example of building prestige for
those programs and for the construction industry. There is little doubt that the
publicity gained from your efforts will benefit other schools / relationships
across the state. I am personally honored to have a minor role in that effort.”
Lee Morris
Construction Education Foundation of Georgia
Jonathan Clay – Local Industry Council Chairman
“I Just heard that we won (A+ Award – Community Connections) today. That is
incredible news. Congratulations to everyone involved but most especially you –
since I know your leadership is what got us there.”
S. Brent Reid
Chief Executive Officer
The Winter Construction Company
Jonathan Clay – Local Industry Council Chairman
“Having a graduate of our (SPSU – Construction ) program return and share with
the students is always special.
I thought your presentation was great. It will give the students a lot to think
about concerning the scenario and about how they make their presentations. It is
through the experience of people like you that the academic learning experience
comes alive and more real therefore more useful. I know the students enjoyed
your presentation and I am sending their thanks and mine.”
John W. Mench Ph.D., PE
Lecturer
Southern Polytechnic State University
Jonathan C. Clay – Guest speaker
“Since graduating in 1992 from Southern Polytechnic State University’s (SPSU)
Construction Program, Jonathan has continuously embraced his alma mater giving
freely of his time and expertise. His dedication to the university and the
Construction Department is unparalleled as evidenced by many noteworthy
contributions.
Having had the opportunity to work with Jonathan on a regular basis, and having
observed first hand his positive attitude in the industry, I have learned that
he is a valuable asset for the SPSU community.”
Khalid Siddiqi, Ph.D.
Chair, Construction Department
Southern Polytechnic State University
Jonathan C. Clay – SPSU Construction Department Advisory Committee Chair
