Good company, perfect weather, and an even greater impact made the SCAA’s 4th Annual Oyster Roast an evening to remember. Bringing together 70 attendees for great food, live music, and meaningful connections, the event supported an important mission: investing in the next generation of South Carolina’s aggregates workforce.

Held in downtown Greenville, the Oyster Roast offered members and supporters an opportunity to connect outside of the workplace while raising funds for the SCAA Scholarship Foundation. Thanks to the generosity of attendees, donors, and supporters, the evening’s live auction raised more than $7,000 to support educational opportunities for students pursuing careers in the aggregates industry and related fields.

These funds will help students pursue their educational goals while strengthening the future workforce that South Carolina’s aggregates industry depends on. Through the Scholarship Foundation, SCAA continues to invest in students and help create pathways to careers that support the state’s infrastructure, businesses, and communities.

A Successful Evening Made Possible by Our Sponsors

SCAA extends its sincere appreciation to the sponsors whose generosity helped make this year’s Oyster Roast possible.

• Main Event Sponsor: Heidelberg Materials
• Entertainment Sponsor: Orica
• Drink Sponsors: Quikrete and K&R Weigh Systems
• Supporting Sponsors: Paschal Associates, Ltd.; Austin Powder; Midsouth Aggregates, a CRH Company; Blanchard Machinery; Maynard Nexsen; Stone Equipment Co., Inc.; and Kleinfelder Australia

Their support helps SCAA bring members together for events that strengthen relationships while advancing the association’s mission and supporting future generations of industry professionals.

Live Music, Friendly Competition, and a Great Cause

The evening featured fantastic live music from The Tailgate Homeboys, whose performance helped create a welcoming atmosphere for networking and connection. Guests also took part in an energetic live auction led by Coby McGuire and Kiel Owens of Purple Wave Auction. Their enthusiasm brought excitement to the bidding and encouraged friendly competition in support of the Scholarship Foundation.

SCAA is grateful to everyone who donated auction items, placed bids, and contributed to the evening’s fundraising success. Every donation and bid helped move the association’s scholarship mission forward.

Investing in the Future of South Carolina’s Aggregates Industry

While the Oyster Roast offered a chance to enjoy an evening together, its impact extends well beyond the event itself. Supporting students through scholarships is one way SCAA and its members can help develop the next generation of professionals and ensure that opportunities in the aggregates industry remain visible and accessible.

The association also recognizes the SCAA Events Committee for the time, creativity, and dedication that go into planning events like this one. Their behind-the-scenes work helps create meaningful experiences that bring members together and support the association’s broader goals.

Thank you to everyone who attended the 4th Annual SCAA Oyster Roast and helped make the evening a success. From our sponsors and auction donors to our bidders and guests, every contribution plays a part in supporting students, strengthening the workforce, and building a strong future for South Carolina’s aggregates industry.

Together, we are doing more than bringing our industry together. We are investing in the people who will shape its future.