I am very excited about 2006. Last year was a rock-solid year for Bobbitt – the second best in 60 years. We can all feel extremely proud of this achievement. The economic picture is bright both nationally and in our region. Both Raleigh and Columbia continue to be identifi ed as cities that are expected to enjoy superior growth.

Bobbitt is well-positioned to utilize our strengths: a strong satisfi ed customer base of thousands, a knowl-edgeable professional team of employee-owners, and a clear focus on Design-Build. We will continue to serve and support our customers one-by-one, further building upon our company’s rich history.

In recent months, we have paid close attention to truly capturing the essence of the Bobbitt brand, examining the ways in which we articulate our image and the messages we communicate. Each issue will feature thoughts on topics pertaining to corporate positioning – enabling all of us to communicate more effi ciently, both internally and externally.

In this issue, the topic at hand is our corporate Brand Values. These principles guide how we conduct business and cultivate relationships to assure our customers’ needs are met:

Tradition Embodies the way we as employees are caretakers of the reputation. We have a keen un-derstanding of the value of customer service as well as pride in our overall impact to the community. Often referred to as having Bobbitt in our blood.

Service Employees maintain a genuine interest in local communities and exemplify the timeless quali-ties of honesty and integrity in working with customers. Our mindset is to think about the future with concern for the best interests of our customers as well as our organization.

Value We take pride in solving our customers’ most diffi cult challenges as if each project is our own. For some, building can be a nightmare. Our employees know the way, maintaining a long-range view of every project to get the job done right.

Guidance We take the time to educate customers – creating order out of chaos with our experience, confi dence and ability to maximize available resources that assure the best solutions. Internally, this commitment carries through with teamwork that is unmatched in the industry and pride in the indi-vidual and collective achievements within our company.

Subsequent issues will feature topics such as the corporate Vision and our long-range goals to:• Increase employee stock value through consistent company growth, continuing to expand our

presence and thereby ranking among the top contractors in the region.

• Positively impact our communities in ways outside of business relationships.

• Measure our company among the world’s fi nest design-build organizations.

• Maintain an active public presence to educate on the value of design-build.

I’m proud to begin the fi rst quarter of our 60th Anniversary year on such strong footing – let’s make this the best year yet.

MARKETING MATTERSYou’ve no doubt noticed the new Bobbitt Design Build logo on these pages. We’re very excited to intro-

duce this creative design and the positive image it represents for our organization moving forward.

Upon fi rst glance, you may not see a signifi cant dif-ference from the previous design. Examine it a little further, and you’ll notice this new brand identity symbolizes the forward momentum our organiza-tion is experiencing. We also feel it demonstrates a more modern approach and accurately represents the progressiveness within our talented team.

What else is happening in marketing you ask? Well, this newsletter is an example. This is just one way we’ll keep employees current on com-pany happenings. Each month, President and CEO Don Comer will highlight key aspects of our overall performance. Also note that these

pages feature unique and newly completed projects from across each of our offi ces, as well as updates on Bobbitt community support and other activity.

Compliments abound for the new Bobbitt web site with its unique design that befi ts our status as the Carolinas’ largest and most expe-

rienced contractor specializing in design-build. Have a look and tell us what you think. Note the vast num-ber of recently completed projects featured through-out that demonstrate the breadth of our talents.

In cooperation with NAI Carolantic Realty, Bobbitt recently sponsored the 21st Annual Triangle Com-mercial Real Estate Conference, held at the RBC Center in Raleigh. Featuring our newly designed signage, we made a signifi cant impression on the thousands in attendance.

Needless to say, we are making our presence felt in the community with all kinds of marketing activity. In the coming months, we will roll out a new advertis-ing campaign and be featured in area publications.

So stay tuned, in future issues this space will be used to show you what’s on display across the region.

FROM THE PRESIDENT

VOL I – ISSUE 1 – 2006

People dedicated to excellence in the delivery of high quality construction projects.

What else is happening in marketing you ask? Well, this newsletter is an example. This is just one way we’ll keep employees current on com-

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MARKETING

MATTERS

We’ve talked before about Bobbitt’s core values as a company, but what about our core purpose? Sure, all of us depend on our jobs as our livelihood – to support and sustain ourselves and our families. But wouldn’t it be rewarding to know that your daily efforts also contribute to a broader, collective goal? Well, they do.

Bobbitt Design Build exists to build a legacy of creative, high-value, sustainable places for people to work, play, heal and worship across the Carolinas. This is a worthy purpose, and it is the deeper meaning of who we are at Bobbitt. We can all take pride in the fact that our work has a direct impact on the quality of lives of many others across our communities. If this is our goal, how can we direct our everyday behaviors and actions to create an experience for our customers that aligns with our purpose? The answer, of course, is by living our core values. So let’s review: Integrity – Do the right thing. Honesty and integrity are paramount in all aspects of our business. Our clients rely on Bobbitt and our employees to do the right thing and live up to our commitments. Team Focus – All for one and one for all. Our design build process requires collaboration between clients and employees to meet project goals. Quality – Details matter. By following our proven processes, we will deliver quality work of which we and our clients can be proud. Experience – Our employees leverage collective experience, building upon our knowledge and lessons learned from nearly 70 years in business. Create Value – The proof is in our performance. We know we have created value for our clients and employees when we see the positive impact our work has in the communities where we work and live. These ideals shape the culture and define the character of our company. They remove ambiguity, help us make good decisions, and shape how we interact with others. Most of all, they drive us to achieving our purpose, time and again. Bobbitt is a company with rich traditions built on strong values. We highlight our purpose and core values to ensure that we stay true to our heritage while adapting to the changing times.

Bakers Fire Department - Monroe, NC

John Kelley and Chris Goins

represented Bobbitt at this year’s NC Association of Fire Chiefs Mid-Winter Conference that took place in

Concord, N.C., in February.

BEN TO SEND PHOTO

COMPANY HAPPENINGS

Safety RecordBobbitt’s Experience Modification Rate (EMR) is .79, which is much lower

than the industry average of 1.0. In

the construction industry, achieving an

EMR below .90 is good and below .80

is excellent.

Insurance companies and prospective

clients use EMR as a means to

determine our commitment to safety. A

low EMR means a good safety program

is in place that prevents incidents and

injuries, which leads to lower insurance

premiums and more business.

ESOP MeetingBobbitt recently held our annual ESOP

Trustee & Stock Evaluator meeting.

Thanks to our ESOP stock evaluator,

Chartwell, and our ESOP trustee, First

Bankers Trust, for attending!

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RAleIGH loCATIoN: ColumBIA loCATIoN:

COMPLETED PROJECTS Durham VA – Durham, NC

Expion & RK&K – Lake Plaza – Raleigh, NC

Gateway Center Suite – Morrisville, NC

NAI Carolantic Realty – Raleigh, NC

Raleigh Personal Trainer – Raleigh, NC

TruGreen Renovations – Morrisville, NC

United Rentals – Raleigh, NC

New HiresThis quarter Bobbitt welcomes two

new superintendents to the North

Carolina office.

Matt Bailer

is a NC State

University alum

with a B.S. degree

in civil engineering.

After graduating

in 2011, Matt

served two years with AmeriCorps

and continued on to work as a

site superintendent for Habitat of

Humanity of Wake County. Matt

lives in South Raleigh with his wife

where the two recently bought their

first home. He enjoys working on his

house and yard, as well as spending

time in downtown Raleigh with friends.

Cooper Beal,

a US Navy

Reservist with an

Associate’s degree

in construction

management,

has just joined the

Bobbitt family. Cooper brings a wealth

of experience gained from multiple

deployments and eight years working

for various mechanical contractors.

Cooper is a Raleigh resident who

enjoys snowboarding in the winter and

kiteboarding in the summer.

RECENT CONTRACTS

Corelogic – Columbia, SC

DSS – Columbia, SC

Freudenberg Nonwovens – Durham, NC

Mead & Hunt – Lexington, SC

VSH Cary Renovations – Cary, NC

Walker White – Columbia, SC

COMPANY HAPPENINGS

Did you know?

Troy Sheldon

Bland Landscaping is quickly approaching the move-in date at its

fourth location in an up-and-coming area of East Durham that has

recently undergone major infrastructure improvements as part of

the $4.8 million City of Durham streetscaping project. Over the

next five years, the Apex-based landscape contracting company

plans to hire 100 to 120 people who will be based out of this new

facility at 126 Stone Park Court.

Bland Landscaping selected Bobbitt Design Build to develop,

design and build the 4.69-acre property, with two buildings going

up. The first is a 5,600-square-foot facility that will be used as

Bland Landscaping’s base of operations for crews in Durham and

Research Triangle Park. The second building is a 5,400-square-

foot space being developed for lease to other tenants.

“We considered an investment here in 2008 but got cold feet when the recession hit,” said

Kurt Bland, president of Bland Landscaping, who says he has always had an appreciation for

Durham. “Now that the city has made strong economic investments, we expect this area to

really take off and flourish. We’re really excited to see our project come to fruition, and we look

forward to becoming a part of this growing community.”

Bland said he chose the area for its accessibility and available workforce. Currently, Bland

Landscaping employs more than 200 employees, and about 25% of the workforce does not

always have reliable transportation for early shifts. A quarter mile from the nearest bus stop

and minutes away from key highways such as 147, 70, I-40 and 85, the new facility is easily

accessible to workers from inside and outside of the area and convenient to RTP and the Triad.

Position: Superintendent

What are your daily activities in your current position? Coordinate subs and safety, review prints, inform project managers about job progress and issues, keep up with performance items and job diaries

What do you enjoy most about your job? Completing jobs with a happy owner and working with a good team

What is the most challenging part of your job? Unforeseen circumstances and rain

Where do you live? Lexington

Family details you’d like to share: Troy has been married for 25 years to his wife, Allyson, and together they have 2 great kids: Ashley and James.

Hobbies, talents, special interests: Aquaponics, farming and honey bees

Favorite travel spots: The beach

Three words that best describe you: Hard-working, quiet and nice

BLAND LANDSCAPING INVESTS IN EAST DURHAM WITH HIRING PLANS TO BOOST LOCAL ECONOMy

cont’d

Retirement

Bobbitt opened its doors in Columbia,

SC, 15 years ago on May 1, 2001.

Happy anniversary to our Columbia

division!

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

Greg Guy has retired after 33 years,

and will continue as a part-time

business development consultant for

Bobbitt. Join us in congratulating Greg!