AGC's Rich Thorn Chosen 2023 Intermountain Legacy Award Winner
AGC's Rich Thorn Chosen 2023 Intermountain Legacy Award Winner
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Forty-one years ago, in the fall of 1982, members of a committee from the Utah chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America were looking for a new leader, and they "Decided to give a young kid a chance," says Rich Thorn, CEO and president of the chapter. Photo courtesy AGC of UtahStephen Sandherr, CEO of AGC America, has known and worked with Thorn for nearly 38 years. "With energy, skill and compassion, Rich has represented general contractors well and helped the state grow." -Spencer Cox, Governor of Utah "When I've needed to speak in public, that doesn't bother me. Going to the Capitol doesn't scare me. Growing up as an athlete and competitor, I was just willing to get in and do what needed to be done," Thorn says. Thorn has represented AGC members on numerous boards including the Utah Labor Commission and the Workers Compensation Advisory Council and helped build relationships with the Utah State Dept. "Due to restrictions placed on state employees related to conflicts of interest and socialization, these two events are the key interaction between DFCM, our agency partners and the AEC community. Over the years, Rich has been a huge friend to DFCM. He is always willing to listen to our needs with a can-do approach that has helped us involve the AEC community in problem-solving and working together."Over the years, Thorn has built strong relationships with Utah's congressional delegation. Photo courtesy AGC of Utah"I've always tried to make sure members understood the value of being a part of AGC and they never had to question their membership," Thorn says. Joey Gilbert, AGC of Utah vice president, has worked alongside Thorn for 25 years and will assume the position of CEO and president when Thorn steps down.