06/06/2026
June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month—a reminder that strength isn’t just about pushing through, it’s about speaking up.
Thursday at our 2nd Annual Wellness Fair, we had the opportunity to hear from Zeke Smith, who traveled all the way from Texas to lead an incredibly important conversation focused on mental health in the construction industry. A field known for toughness, resilience, and grit, but one that too often encourages silence when it matters most.
Zeke’s message was clear: we have to normalize the conversation.�Checking in, opening up, and creating space for honesty can save lives.
But awareness alone isn’t enough.
Organizations have a responsibility to go beyond talking about mental health and take real action:
- Providing access to counseling and mental health resources
- Creating support groups and safe spaces for employees
- Training leaders to recognize signs and respond with empathy
- Building a culture where asking for help is seen as strength, not weakness�
In construction especially, where long hours, physical demands, and high-pressure environments are the norm, these efforts are critical.
Grateful for speakers like Zeke Smith who challenge us to think differently—and for the opportunity to continue building a workplace where our people are supported, both on and off the job site.
Let’s keep the conversation going. 💚💙
