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40 Years & Drop the Mic: Nancy Russell

40 Years & Drop the Mic: Nancy Russell

From receptionist to right hand, Nancy Russell has been the steady force behind Clayco’s growth for 40 years.

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Breaking Ground in Cheyenne: Innovation at Every Layer

In Cheyenne this week, we broke ground on a large-scale data center campus being developed by our client, Related Digital. The site spans 115 acres. The first phase includes a 184,000-square-foot building with 88 megawatts of capacity, already leased by CoreWeave, with plans to scale that to over 300 megawatts. These numbers are big, and they're part of an even bigger shift. Data infrastructure is accelerating, and Cheyenne is becoming a key stop on that digital map.

Bob Clark standing on a train platform in Japan beneath a departure sign for Shin-Osaka and Hakata, wearing sunglasses and a navy jacket.

World Expo Osaka 2025

Bob Clark shares reflections from his visit to Expo 2025 Osaka, highlighting conversations with global leaders, key pavilions, and the thoughtful design that made this World Expo unforgettable.

Collage of photos from an AI + Pizza event showing people collaborating on laptops, group discussions, and presentations. A large central graphic reads “AI + Pizza” with a note “No coding skills needed.” Winners of an in-person AI challenge are announced on stage, while attendees enjoy networking, teamwork, and casual conversations in a modern office setting.

AI is Shaping Clayco’s Future. Connection Keeps Us Grounded.

Clayco’s AI + Pizza event highlights hands-on learning, collaboration, and innovation—where AI meets people, teamwork, and real-world problem solving.

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When Kids Dig, Futures Grow

"Clayco’s Kids Dig event gives children hands-on experience in construction with real tools, mentorship, and inspiration. More than fun—it’s building confidence, community, and futures.

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A Place for All of Us: Inside the Clark Family Branch

As Literacy Month comes to a close, Bob Clark reflects on the real impact of the Clark Family Branch—a space built for belonging, learning, and community.

40 Years & Drop the Mic: Nancy Russell

How a 25‑year‑old dropout founded Clayco — and how Nancy, hired as a receptionist, became Bob’s trusted right hand over 40 years of grit, loyalty, and impact.

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