Chapter will Advocate for the Industry Across the Commonwealth and D.C. Offering Enhanced Networking, Educational and Workforce Development Services
Commercial construction firms in Washington, D.C. will now be able to join the AGC of Virginia (AGCVA) as the chapter expands its service area to include the nation’s capital and Northern Virginia region, the Associated General Contractors of America announced today. The expansion ensures that contractors in the D.C.-Metro area will have uninterrupted access to the full suite of services AGC provides nationally, and to hundreds of firms across the Commonwealth.
“The great contactors in the Washington, D.C. market are re-establishing a powerful voice today as firms in the District will be able to join the AGC of Virginia,” said Jeffrey D. Shoaf, the national association’s chief executive officer. “With this expansion, contractors in the region will benefit from strong advocacy, industry-leading education and direct connections with the people and resources they need to grow their business.”
AGC of Virginia will provide a full range of services to local construction firms in D.C. and Northern Virginia including: government affairs and regulatory advocacy at both state and federal levels to protect contractor interests, training programs such as safety certifications, project manager and superintendent development, and emerging-leader programming, and workforce development initiatives through local school and CTE partnerships designed to help firms recruit and retain the next generation of talent.
“The Northern Virginia and D.C. region represents a unique and dynamic market for our members,” said AGCVA CEO, Brandon Robinson, CAE. “By expanding our chapter, we are positioned to provide the same level of excellence, support, and collaboration that has defined AGCVA in Virginia for nearly a century. We are excited to welcome new members in D.C. and strengthen our regional presence.”
AGC of America expanded the AGC of Virginia’s charter to ensure that firms that previously affiliated with the AGC of D.C. – which closed last year following the passing of its former executive director – can remain engaged at the local, regional, and national levels.
“The future is bright for our expanded AGC community,” Robinson added. “We are honored to support contractors across Washington, D.C. as we build the foundation for what’s next.”