
ABOUT
ABC NORTH FLORIDA
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Driven by Excellence.
Rooted in North Florida.
MISSION & HISTORY.
Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is a national construction industry trade association representing more than 23,000 members from 67 chapters across the United States. Founded in 1950, ABC was established on the core principles of free enterprise, open competition, and the merit shop philosophy - where hard work and performance are what matter most.
ABC’s mission is to help members develop people, win work, and deliver that work safely, ethically, and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which they live and work.
Through political advocacy, workforce development, safety training, and a strong peer-to-peer network, ABC is committed to advancing the construction industry and protecting the interests of its members.
NATIONAL
CHAPTER
ABC North Florida Chapter has been proudly serving commercial contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners across the Panhandle since its founding in 1985.
As a member-driven organization spanning 23 counties, our mission is to be the leading voice promoting the merit shop philosophy throughout North Florida. We are dedicated to providing top-tier workforce development programs, advocating for pro-business policies, and cultivating a strong, safety-first construction culture in our region.
Through hands-on training, community partnerships, and member-focused networking events, ABC North Florida empowers professionals at every level of the construction industry to thrive.
From Pensacola to Tallahassee and everywhere in between, we’re building better together.
BOARD
MEMBERS.
ABC North Florida’s Board of Directors is made up of dedicated leaders from across the construction industry who volunteer their time and expertise to serve both our association and the broader community. These individuals are champions of the merit shop philosophy, advocates for workforce development, and trusted voices in their industries.
As business owners, executives, and community leaders, they help guide the strategic direction of our chapter and ensure our mission is carried out with integrity, impact, and excellence.

Cyndi Knox
2025 Chairwoman
Shaffield Building Specialties
Tallahassee, FL

Kent Simmons
2025 Vice Chairman
Commercial Door Systems
Pensacola, FL

Chad Neukirch
2025 Secretary
Hensel Phelps
Panama City, FL

Kelvin Enfinger
2025 Immediate Past Chair
Greenhut Construction Company
Pensacola, FL

Walker Bridges, CPA
Board Treasurer
Lanigan and Associates
Tallahassee, FL

Davisson Dunlap III
Chapter Attorney
Dunlap & Shipman
Tallahassee, FL

Jay Bostwick
Sperry & Associates
Tallahassee, FL

AJ Brown
Wharton-Smith, Inc
Pensacola, FL

Tyler Gautier
Ajax Building Co
Tallahassee, FL

Bruce Kuhnel
Wenmils, LLC
Port St Joe, FL

Wayne Mayo
Southern Standard Construction
Tallahassee, FL

Norman McMillian
CSI Contracting, Inc
Quincy, FL

Steve Peranich
Morette Company
Pensacola, FL

Chris Sumner
Culpepper
Tallahassee, FL

Ben White
TSpark Enterprises
Tallahassee, FL




