In 1983, black women were not necessarily a driving force in business development. Although many of them were entering the workforce full time, the thought of a woman owning a company that dealt directly with construction trades was almost unrealistic. But Carol Lilly has proved that theory to be wrong. As owner of Lil Associates II, Ms. Lilly has worked with large construction firms such as Edifice, Turner, and Rogers Construction. She has created a formidable track record in the Queen City and its surrounding areas. 

When you think of the construction industry, most people immediately think of the nuts and bolts involved. But what you don’t see is the support services behind every project. On every major construction project there are service providers who ensure the cleanliness, safety, and supply management on every site.

There’s a running joke among Charlotteans that you can’t go a day without seeing cranes…