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2023 12T-2nd QUARTERJAY FLYNN45 YEARSRandy Bryant Plant Manager Botetourt40 YEARSJimmie Bise Fleet Shop Supervisor Roanoke35 YEARSThomas Turner Mechanic GreensboroDane Cheek Loader Operator GreensboroGeorge Kuhn QC Area Manager Christiansburg30 YEARSRodney Carter Mechanic DurhamLloyd Miller Mechanic High CountryDavid Rabon Warehouse Manager Salisbury25 YEARSRay Rising Plant Maintenance DanvilleDon Hogston Operations Manager DanvilleEric Misenheimer Technical Services Manager BurlingtonBeverly Brown Dispatcher Greensboro20 YEARSJames Green Delivery Professional Roxboro15 YEARSSteven Scales Plant Manager Winston-SalemWilliam Richardson Delivery Professional High Country10 YEARSJeremy Nicholson Quality Control BurlingtonDustin Lucas Delivery Professional Pearisburg Samuel Moore Delivery Professional Rocky MountDrew Warash Quality Control Durham5 YEARSLarry Matherly Delivery Professional DanvilleCharlie Moran Plant Maintenance Burlington Frank Gentry HR Director BurlingtonJunior Adkins Sales Representative MonetaChristopher Hatcher Delivery Professional MonetaPhyllis Gorman Oce Administration BurlingtonPaul Klawitter Internal Freight GreensboroLeighAnn Schoolfield Block Sales ChristiansburgWELCOME TO THE TEAMHello everyone. My name is Jay Flynn, and I am absolutely thrilled to be part of the Chandler team! Everyone has been so friendly and welcoming, and I’m looking forward to meeting all of you as soon as I can. I am originally from Salisbury, NC. I joined the U.S. Navy at 19 years old and spent the following 20 years in service of our great nation. While there, I developed a keen eye for “attention to detail” and a passion for teaching and working with people. I also developed a deep respect for family. Not only my own but others as well. My goal at the end of every day is that everyone at Chandler gets to go home safely. That said, everyone please stay vigilant, work safe, and look out for each other. I’ll see you all in the field!MILESTONESMILESTONESSAFETY AWARDS62nd Annual Western NC Safety Awards Banquet• First Year Gold: Marion Plant• Second Consecutive Year Gold: Boone Plant• Ninth Consecutive Year: Blowing Rock Plant• Twentieth Consecutive Year For Outstanding Work in Accident Prevention: Sparta Plant• Twentieth Consecutive Year For Outstanding Work in Accident Prevention: Jeerson PlantSAFETY MANAGER 2 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • SPRING 2023

62nd Annual Concord NC Safety Awards BanquetNEW HIRESNEW HIRESBlevins, Jerry Delivery Professional High CountyBoyce, Jacqueline Administrative CorporateBrowley, Jamie Dispatcher RoanokeBrown, Phillip Delivery Professional Spruce PineBurden, Charles Delivery Professional MarionButts, Samuel Plant Maintenance BurlingtonChastain, Stanley Delivery Professional ReidsvilleChewning, Kenny Delivery Professional Roanoke BlockComer, Jacob Tumbler ChristiansburgCorum, Douglas Block Delivery DanvilleCunningham Jr, Richard Delivery Professional RoanokeDiaz Uribe, Edgar Delivery Professional AsheboroDoby, Kenneth Delivery Professional Siler CityDurham III, Jim Delivery Professional DurhamErick, Becerra Lopez Delivery Professional AsheboroErnesto, Raton Perez Delivery Professional AsheboroExposito Jr, Anthony Delivery Professional ChristiansburgFlynn, Jay Safety Manager CorporateHadley, Lane Building Supply Delivery SalisburyHall, Ervin Delivery Professional DurhamIniguez, Edgar Delivery Professional Reidsville Jackson, Darius Delivery Professional SalisburyJackson, Mykile Delivery Professional DurhamJackson, Walter Delivery Professional Rocky GapLee, Robert Loader Operator Siler CityLeo, Michael Delivery Professional MonetaLightfoot, Rashad Delivery Professional DurhamLineberry, Jordan Delivery Professional RoanokeManley, David Delivery Professional BurlingtonMaples, Terron Delivery Professional ChristiansburgMcBride, Gregory Mechanic CorporateMcGoines, Carlos Delivery Professional DurhamMoon, James Delivery Professional AltavistaMoore, Daniel Delivery Professional BurlingtonMotley, Mickey Block Delivery DanvilleMusselman, Brandon Block Plant Labor ChristiansburgNunez, Daniel Delivery Professional HillsboroughOgarra Jr Jr, Michael Delivery Professional Winston SalemPalacios, Eduardo Mechanic High CountyParra-Uribe, Daniel Delivery Professional AsheboroPaulino, Wilson Delivery Professional DurhamPerry, James Delivery Professional Wake Forest Poirer, Govan Delivery Professional Siler CityQuatabi, Abrahim Delivery Professional PittsboroReyes, Cristino Delivery Professional Siler CityRoberts, Antonio Delivery Professional Danville Rogney, Anne-Claire Delivery Professional ChristiansburgSlomka, Gavin Delivery Professional RoanokeSnider, Kenneth Delivery Professional SalisburySteele, William Manager MebaneVazquez, Eduardo Delivery Professional Salisbury Vitek, Ethan Loader Operator HillsboroughWalker, Stoney Delivery Professional RoxboroWard, Wesley Delivery Professional PittsboroWarren, Spencer Delivery Professional BurlingtonWiley, Michael Delivery Professional ChristiansburgWilloughby, Neil Delivery Professional SalisburyWood, Drew Plant Maintenance RoanokeFIRST YEAR SILVER: SALISBURY PLANTSECOND YEAR GOLD: BUILDING SUPPLY SAFETY AWARDSSPRING 2023 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • 3

Larry Goldston passed away Friday, November 18, 2022. Larry worked as a Concrete Delivery Professional for over 18 years at our Durham location. He retired in January 2022 but continued to work part-time. Our sincere condolences to his family. Elijah Williamson passed away Sunday, January 1, 2023. Elijah worked as a Concrete Finisher for many years as well as a private concrete contractor. He enjoyed a good baseball game and spending time with family. Our sincere condolences to his family. Carolyn Lloyd passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023. Carolyn retired from Chandler in the human resources department where she worked for over 30 years. Over those years, Carolyn was well respected by employees. She loved Jesus and adored her family. Our sincere condolences to her family. Congrats to proud grandfather, Brian Marsh, on the arrival of his granddaughter, Aspen Kate Nettles. Aspen was born January 9, 2023 weighing 5 lbs. 12 oz. Brian Marsh is Plant Manager at Plant 117 (Greensboro, NC). Tatum White will graduate high school from Burlington Christian Academy, May 26, 2023. In August, Tatum will attend the University of North Carolina Greensboro where she will be enrolled in the Lloyd International Honors College Program. Tatum is the daughter of Desiree White and the late Elden White.Trevor Bowman (pictured center) celebrated his son’s team win this past March along with other parents of The Roanoke Junior Dawgs. The hockey team consists of 15 9- and 10-year-olds who play for the Valley Youth Hockey Association. Congratulations to the Junior Dawgs on their championship win at the Lake Placid Invitational. The Invitational is an annual youth hockey tournament held where the 1980 U.S. Olympic Hockey team experienced the incredible “Miracle on Ice”.Congrats to proud grandmother, Sheila “Jo” Jones, on the arrival of her granddaughter, Rosalie Jade Jones. Rosalie was born March 3, 2023. Jo works in A/R and Receiving at the Salisbury, NC location. Congrats to John Snider and his wife Britney on the arrival of their daughter, Gloria Mae Snider. Gloria was born February 26, 2023 weighing 6 lbs. 1 oz. John is a Concrete Delivery Professional at Plant 711 (Pearisburg, VA). In Loving MemoryBIRTHS VICTORYGRADUATION4 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • SPRING 2023

Teagan Flynn (son of Jay Flynn, Safety Manager) attended a Touch-A-Truck event located in Salisbury, NC. It was a beautiful day with a great turnout. Thank you to Bill Culp (2022 Level 2 Driver of the Year) for taking time out of his day to show the community all about being a Concrete Delivery Professional.Having worked for Chandler in Accounts Receivables for 23 years, Belinda Thompson retired in February. We celebrated her retirement at our Corporate Oce in Burlington, NC with her fellow coworkers. The knowledge and experience she brought to the accounting department will be missed tremendously. Belinda will always be remembered for her hard work and dedication.Lewis Baldwin, Concrete Delivery Professional based out of Asheboro, celebrated 43 years with Chandler in December 2022. The Asheboro crew gathered to celebrate his dedication and the long-lasting impact he will leave at Chandler. His contributions, knowledge and loyalty are the legacy he leaves behind and we can’t thank him enough!The man, the myth, the “Champ”. On December 15, 2022, we celebrated the retirement of John Champ. For 35 years, he has been the epitome of a Concrete Delivery Professional. John held the title for Top Hauler in Salisbury for 10 years straight. Happy Retirement, Champ! Wishing you all the happiness and joy retirement can bring.Back in October 2022, Pat Boone’s younger sons, Jaxton and Walker Boone, along with their friends Eli and Ethan Church, won the 95th Annual Future Farmers of America (FFA) National Convention Talent Competition in Indianapolis, Indiana. The band, “Boone and Church” has been playing for seven years together and includes Pat’s oldest son, Colton Boone, who is the Plant Manager for Spruce Pine. Due to age, Colton was unable to compete but still plays an active role in the band. They are best known for blending bluegrass and modern Southern Gospel lyrics, which has led them to achieve this notable accomplishment. Pat is Production Manager in Marion, NC. Left to right: Jaxton, Ethan, Eli and Walker.TOUCH-A-TRUCKTHOMPSON RETIRESBALDWIN RETIRESCHAMP RETIRESBOONE & CHURCH BAND WIN THE 2022FFA NATIONAL CONVENTION TALENT COMPETITION SPRING 2023 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • 5

GREEN-STAR BY RYAN FOLEYBrief HistoryThe foundation of the National Ready Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA) Green-Star program was created in collaboration with the Environmental Protection Agency’s Green Highways Partnership. The NRMCA Green-Star Program was designed by the Environmental Task Group of the Operations, Environmental and Safety Committee (NRMCA-OES) to support the eorts of the ready mixed concrete industry towards environmental excellence. Using Environmental Management Systems (EMS) as a tool for environmental benchmarking and continual improvement, adherence to essential environmental principles propels the industry forward as a whole.ApplicabilityThe Green-Star Program serves as a useful mechanism to recognize facilities within the industry who have achieved or are actively working towards environmental excellence and demonstrable reductions of environmental impacts, following sustainable principles. Sustainability may be defined as any development that does not erode the economic, political, societal, or environmental fabrics upon which they depend. Additionally, the program provides an opportunity for formal recognition of ready-mix companies through a rigorous, structured certification process capable of withstanding third-party oversight. Maintaining compliance with all applicable environmental laws and regulations is a top priority.NRMCA Green-Star Program recognizes that compliance is more than compliance with the local laws and regulations. It encompasses the integration of sound environmental practices into business decisions. These determinations incorporate risk-based, cost-eective actions into site activities with the aim of continually improving environmental performance.Chandler Concrete and the NRMCA Green-Star ProgramFollowing the NRMCA Green-Star guidelines, Chandler Concrete Company is committed to assessing the environmental impacts of its activities to base its environmental management programs and products. We are committed to reducing adverse impacts through the establishment of appropriate objectives and targets. Here at Chandler Concrete, we strive to achieve our Green-Star goals through continued completion of our plant specific goals via the NRMCA Green-Star program. Part of that process includes the identification of management responsible for pursuing Green-Star goals and in all areas of the facility. Plant specific teams ensure that all employees are aware of their individual responsibilities for acting in accordance with the NRMCA Green-Star program. We give top priority to pollution prevention, reduction, and elimination at the source. The reflection of the hierarchical system furthers our eective pollution prevention practices. Training and education will be provided to all employees, thus opening opportunities to share in the strategic plan creating unity, a common goal, and aid in the plan’s success.The Green-Star message of sustainability is reflected in our vision which strives to create a safe, healthy, and sustainable framework as a leader in the concrete industry.Our dedication to protecting, preserving, and improving the water and air quality at our locations helps protect the health and safety of our employees and the communities where we operate.6 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • SPRING 2023

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1 GEERHOUSE PROJECTDURHAM, NC2 RIVERS EDGE SPORTS COMPLEXROANOKE, VA3 DUKE ENERGY COAL PILE RUNOFF BASINROXBORO, NC4 CAESARS CASINODANVILLE, VA5 THE PRESERVE SUBDIVISION BLACKSBURG, VA6 ALL FUTURE FOAMHIGH POINT, NC456SPRING 2023 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • 9

homeshowseasonPLANT GROWTHROANOKE HOME SHOW NEW RIVER VALLEY HOME SHOW WAKE FOREST, NCROXBORO, NCSILER CITY, NCWAKE FOREST PLANTPOLYWOOD PLANTWOLFSPEED PLANT10 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • SPRING 2023

BOWMAN INDUCTED TOAB WALL OF FAMEWe celebrated Wes Bowman, Operations Manager for the Roanoke Block location, being inducted into the Allan Block Wall of Fame on January 3 2023. Allan Block recognizes individuals that are truly the best in their field and help Allan Block be “Always Better.” An inductee is one who has touched lives and embraced the challenges that come with developing new products, new customers, new engineering methods, new processes and ultimately capturing new opportunities. Wes has been all of the above and we couldn’t be more proud of him receiving this honor. Congratulations, Wes!DISCOUNTCODE:50OFFWe are excited to announce the launch of ourcompany employee store! Please refer to the QRcodes to access stores. To scan the QR code, openyour camera app and place over the QR code. Holdyour device so that the QR code appears in theviewfinder. Your device will recognize the QR code andshow the store link. Apply the discount code 50OFFonce your selections have been made. For questionsabout the store, please contact Taylor Hunt: taylor.hunt@chandlerconcrete.com EMPLOYEE STORECHANDLERCONCRETEGEAR.COM | GROTTOHARDSCAPESGEAR.COMCHANDLERCONCRETEGEAR.COMGROTTOHARDSCAPESGEAR.COMEMPLOYEE STORESPRING 2023 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • 11

AXTON, VAProject: Axton, VA ResidenceContractor: Elaborate LandscapesProducts: Allan Block Classic in Sahara color. Homeowner did not want a single 12’ wall so Elaborate Landscapes created a way to install the walls in 3 tiers with 4’ in between each wall.

BUILDING SUPPLYDespite a wet and soggy first quarter, Chandler Building Supply is off to a strong start to the year. Our experienced sales team continues right where it left off after a red hot 2022. We continue to be the preferred partner and material supplier in Rowan County and the surrounding area. Residential building starts remain strong in the region. Spencer Lane Construction currently has three communities going up with a fourth to start in near the future. Loyal customers such as Jones Family Builders, Makson Incorporated, Habitat for Humanity and Central Piedmont Builders have started strong with multiple housing starts that have contributed to our early success. Commercial building has helped us gain an edge over our competitors. We have various projects going on between Charlotte and Raleigh with Sitetec Construction as well as a Vertex Construction just to name a few. We continue to strive to provide unparalleled customer service, product knowledge and quality products to help our customers succeed for the remainder of the year. - Connor Roberts, BS Sales DirectorSPRING 2023 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • 13

What is Virta? Virta is a research-backed treatment that safely and sustainably reverses type 2 diabetes and prediabetes and helps members lose weight without the risks, costs or side eects of medications or surgery.What does Virta treatment include?• Dedicated health coach• Free diabetes testing supplies• Medical care from a physician-led team• Resources like recipes, grocery lists, etc.• Patient community supportHow does reversal with Virta work?Virta is very dierent from other diabetes treatments. Virta teaches individual(s) how to change their diet so their body burns fat for energy. This is shown to lower blood sugar and the need for diabetes medication.Who is eligible for Virta?Virta is available to employees and their eligible dependents between the ages of 18 and 79 who are enrolled in an eligible benefits plan. This benefit is currently being oered to those with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, type 1 diabetes and to those with a BMI of 30 or greater.What does the enrollment process look like?After completing an application, which can be found at www.virtahealth.com/join, members will be connected with an enrollment advisor who is available to answer any questions and help them start their journey toward better health.What results can members see when participating in Virta?In as little as 10 weeks, individuals with type 2 diabetes can improve glycemic control, decrease medication use and achieve clinically relevant weight loss.What is the cost to the member?The cost of Virta (valued at over $3,000) is fully covered as part of your employee benefits package.REVERSINGDIABETES HRA CONTRIBUTIONS REMINDERWELLNESS ACTIVITY HRA VALUEHEALTH SCREENING (ANNUAL PREVENTIVE PHYSICAL)$500COVID-19 VACCINE/BOOSTER $100TELADOC REGISTRATION $100FLU, SHINGLES OR PNEUMONIA VACCINE$100PSA TEST OR MAMMOGRAM $100VISION OR DENTAL EXAM $1006 NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING VISITS $100POTENTIAL HRA FUNDS TO EARN $800*Complete Physical = $500 + any 3 of the rest of the activities for $100 (up to $300) to total $800 - * Complete by 9/30/23 to receive HRA funds for 2024 plan year.14 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • SPRING 2023

In most cases, drinking on the job is not acceptable, but when the beverage of choice is two (2) parts hydrogen and one (1) part oxygen – the elements of water – Chandler encourages “bottoms up!” As spring progresses to summer, staying hydrated is paramount to maintaining good health. Water balances chemical processes in the brain, keeps the body’s systems functioning properly and aids in recovery after exercise.Water also has other important jobs:• Transports nutrients and oxygen to body cells• Flushes bacteria from the bladder• Aids digestion• Prevents constipation• Helps lower blood pressure• Protects organs and tissues• Regulates body temperature• Maintains sodium balanceProviding your body enough fluids to carry out these important tasks means you are staying hydrated.Failure to drink enough water can lead to dehydration. Warning signs include weakness, low blood pressure, dizziness, confusion or urine that is dark in color. If you begin to experience any of these symptoms, drink some water and contact your doctor. Most people need from 32 to 48 ounces of water per day. So, bottoms up for a healthier you!FSASTOREDo you need to know what items can be purchased using your medical FSA or HRA dollars? If so, we invite you to visit the flexible spending account store located on the Flores website (www.flores247.com). Upon login, click resource library. Click eligibility checker. At the dropdown, click HRA or FSA. Enter the item you are looking for in the space labeled search the eligibility list to see if your item qualifies for purchase using your card.While you may purchase directly from the store using the funds on your HRA/FSA card, we recommend comparing the FSA store prices to those of your local retail store to obtain the best value for your money.Keep in mind that not all vendors will recognize your purchase as an FSA/HRA approved item. It will depend upon how their credit card system is set up. If your card is not accepted as payment, and you know the item is on the “approved” FSA/HRA list, you may pay for the item out-of-pocket and submit a reimbursement claim to Flores per the instructions below:1) Visit www.flores247.com 2) Click resource library 3) Click documents4) Click claim filing options 5) Follow the instructions on how to submit a claimSTAYINGHYDRATED SPRING 2023 • AS THE DRUM TURNS • 15

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONMedical/Prescriptions BCBS of NC 1-877-275-9787 www.bcbsnc.com www.BlueConnectNC.comExpress Scripts www.express-scripts.com/rx 1-833-599-0449Health Reimbursement Account & Flexible Spending Accounts Flores & Associates 1-800-532-3327Dental Delta Dental of NC 1-800-662-8856Vision EyeMed 1-844-225-3107HealthLine Blue BCBS of NC 1-877-477-2424Telemedicine Teladoc 1-800-835-2362Life and AD&D Equitable 1-866-274-9887Disability Plans Equitable 1-866-274-9887Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Equitable/CompPsych 1-833-256-5115Supplemental Plans - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness Allstate 1-888-282-2550P.O. Box 131Burlington, NC 27216