named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Builders Exchange Awards
Annual awards program recognizing excellence in craftsmanship, project quality, and individual contributions to the construction industry in Central New York.
Electronic Plan Room
Online service allowing members to view, print, and download construction plans, specifications, and addendums.
GC & Diverse Trade Partner Networking Event
Annual networking event connecting general contractors with diverse trade partners, featuring over 50 presenters and educational breakout sessions.
Group Retirement Plan (MEP)
Multiple Employer Pension Plan offered through BIE of NYS, providing retirement benefits to member firms' employees.
Mentorship Program
Connects new entrepreneurs and industry entrants with experienced professionals for guidance and support.
Scholarship Program
Provides scholarships to dependents of employees at member firms and to employees themselves pursuing higher education.
Syracuse Construction Career Days
Annual event introducing high school students to construction careers through hands-on equipment experiences and exhibits from industry employers and training programs.
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Construction Industry Advocacy & Standards 1 activity
- Advocacy for construction industry interestsAdvances the interests of the building and construction industry in Central New York through representation and policy engagement.
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Public Document Services 1 activity
- Business support servicesProvides blueprint copying and scanning services, printing services for business materials (e.g., letterhead, business cards), and online or in-person ordering with free quotes available.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Construction Contractor Magazine publicationRegularly publishes Construction Contractor Magazine, with documented editions from Winter 2021 through Fall 2025, disseminating industry news and information to members.
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Construction Industry Professional Development & Networking 1 activity
- Dissemination of construction informationActs as the regional leader in gathering and sharing construction industry information, including through a weekly bulletin emailed to over 5,000 contacts from member firms for posting job openings, equipment sales, and company news.
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Construction Industry Standards and Contractor Support Services 1 activity
- Electronic plan room and bid supportProvides members access to an electronic plan room where they can view, download, print, and share construction plans, specifications, and addendums; supports pre- and post-bid project engagement with 90-day post-bid access and a project tracking program that notifies members of changes, addenda, and award results.
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Union and Association Benefit Funds 1 activity
- Employee benefits administrationProvided health, dental, and life insurance benefits and services to member firms and their employees for over 40 years; partnered with OneGroup starting January 1, 2022, to continue offering a full range of employee benefit and risk management insurance services.
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Industry Trade Association Services 1 activity
- Membership services for construction firmsServes approximately 950–960 member firms across New York State, providing access to benefits, services, and discount programs including wireless service discounts with AT&T and Verizon.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Mentorship for industry newcomersOffers a mentorship program connecting new entrepreneurs and members in the construction industry with experienced professionals for guidance and support.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Networking and industry eventsOrganizes networking events including the GC & Diverse Trade Partner Networking Event with over 50 presenters and low-cost access at $25 per attendee (limited to two per company) to promote collaboration and business development.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Scholarship funding and fundraisingAdministers a Scholarship Fund, awarding $20,000 in scholarships annually to dependents of employees at member firms; raises funds through an annual charity clay shooting competition.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Training and educational programmingProvides educational safety and training courses, as well as video briefs on construction law topics, offering 10- to 13-minute videos to address common contractual and legal issues for member contractors and their employees.
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Student Career Readiness and Internship Placement 1 activity
- Workforce development and outreachHosts an annual Construction Career Day engaging over 500 high school students from Central New York to promote careers in construction and supports workforce pipeline development.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$757K
Contributions & grants$63K8%
Program service revenue$415K55%
Investment income$161K21%
Other revenue$118K
expenses
Total expenses$610K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$297K
Grants paid out$20K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.38M
Cash$756K
Investments$2.27M
Liabilities$416K
Net assets$2.96M
Liquid reserves59.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +25.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EARL R HALL | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 25 | $287K |
board members · 20
- BETH BELLINGER — DIRECTOR
- CARYN MARTIN — DIRECTOR
- CHRIS DAMBACH — SECRETARY, DIRECTOR
- CRAIG ZINSERLING — DIRECTOR
- DAVID BOWLES CPA — TREASURER, DIRECTOR
- ELI SMITH — VP, DIRECTOR
- ERIC AMES — DIRECTOR
- GEOFFREY HALL — DIRECTOR
- JAMES D TAYLOR III — DIRECTOR
- JOHN SCHALK — DIRECTOR
- KAREN BELLOWS — PRESIDENT, DIRECTOR
- LISA BROWNSON — DIRECTOR
- MARK RAULLI — DIRECTOR
- MATTHEW IRISH — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL COWDEN — DIRECTOR
- MIKE DURKIN — DIRECTOR
- MIKE TRESIDDER — DIRECTOR
- SHAWN SCORZELLI — DIRECTOR
- STEVE PERRY — 2ND VP, DIRECTOR
- TODD HENDERSON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- 1000 diverse member firms Network — Member firms across the commercial construction industry represented by Syracuse Builders Exchange.
- AT&T Partner — Provides discounted wireless service to SBE members through a group discount program.
- BIE of NYS (Building Industry Employers of New York State) Partner — Negotiated a group retirement plan for regional construction associations and their members.
- BIE of NYS (Building Industry Employers of New York State) Partner — Negotiated provider of a group retirement plan (MEP) offered through SBE to member employers.
- Building Industry Employers of New York State Network — Affiliated with the Building Industry Employers of New York State, a statewide industry organization founded in 1895.
- C&S Companies Partner — Presenting sponsor of the GC & Diverse Trade Partner Networking Event.
- Department of Labor Government — Source of guidance for developing sexual harassment prevention policies in New York State.
- Division of Human Rights Government — Co-issuing guidance with the Department of Labor on sexual harassment prevention policies.
- Greystone Consulting Chasin Group Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Charity Clay Shooting Competition.
- Lovell Safety Management Co., LLC Partner — Partner organization offering a workers compensation safety group program to SBE members.
- Momentum Groups Partner — Provides a VIP automotive discount program for SBE members on select vehicle brands.
- OneGroup Partner — Partner organization providing employee benefit and risk management insurance services to SBE member firms.
- OneGroup Partner — Partner providing employee benefits and risk management insurance services to SBE members.
- Sheats & Bailey, PLLC Partner — Presenting sponsor of the SBE Golf Outing - Syracuse.
- Sheats & Bailey, PLLC Partner — Provides construction law videos and offers a free initial consultation hour for Syracuse Builders Exchange members.
- Sunoco Partner — Offers a fleet fuel discount program to SBE members with savings per gallon and online management tools.
- Syrabex, Inc. Partner — Collaborates to provide services and benefits to members.
- Syracuse City School District Partner — Partnership with the district's Career and Technical Education program to engage students in commercial construction.
- Syracuse Crunch Partner — Partners with SBE to offer members discounted tickets to an annual hockey game.
- Syracuse Mets Partner — Collaborates annually with SBE to host a members-only night at a baseball game.
- Verizon Wireless Partner — Provides discounted wireless service to SBE members through a group discount program.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Facilitated Collaboration and Market Accessmethodology: localized_member_marketplaceBy creating member-exclusive marketplaces and enabling pre-bid coordination, the organization strengthens business networks and project success because structured collaboration increases trust, efficiency, and opportunity access within the construction ecosystem.
- Industry Advocacy and Collective Representationmethodology: industry_representationBy uniting member firms under a shared voice, the organization amplifies influence in policy and industry conversations, producing stronger advocacy outcomes because collective representation increases bargaining power and sector-wide impact.
- Information-Driven Industry Advancementmethodology: information_disseminationBy systematically acquiring and disseminating practical knowledge—such as legal guidance, compliance frameworks, and industry news—the organization improves decision-making and operational effectiveness across member firms because timely, relevant information reduces risk and fosters innovation.
- Strategic Partnerships for Enhanced Member Valuemethodology: strategic-partnership_modelBy partnering with specialized external firms, the organization delivers high-quality, cost-effective services—such as employee benefits and insurance—because leveraging external expertise allows members to access economies of scale and professionalized solutions they couldn't achieve independently.
- Youth Workforce Pipeline Developmentmethodology: youth_workforce_pipelineBy engaging high school students through career exposure and hands-on experiences, the organization builds a sustainable future workforce because early, experiential connection to the industry increases the likelihood of career entry and long-term retention.