WBC Hammerheads Committee hosted the What’s Your Plan for Financial Independence webinar on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.   This financial planning webinar focused on the fundamentals specific to disciplined financial habits, understanding investment terminology, financial planning basics and long-term wealth building.

Jeff Acheson’s 45-year career path in the financial services industry has created a value proposition that is an exceptional and diversified integration of credentialed education, experience-based knowledge, and industry leadership. His fiduciary-based business model focuses on enhancing his ability to be a trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals, families, businesses and their mission critical employees, retirement plan sponsors and their participants.

Tyler Brose is an experienced Retirement Plan Manager with a wealth of knowledge dedicated to guiding retirement plan participants toward a secure and prosperous retirement. In tandem, he collaborates closely with plan sponsors offering strategic insights in plan design, investment strategies, and ensuring plan compliance. Tyler’s comprehensive approach ensures both individuals and organizations are on the path to financial well-being.

VIDEO Presentation

C. R. George Dove, FAIA, former Managing Principal of WDG, prominent architect whose remarkable career spanned nearly five decades, and whose legacy in the Greater Washington Metro region will endure for generations, passed away on October 23, 2023 from post surgical complications. Born in Annapolis, MD on February 9, 1942 to Reginald and Arita Dove, George graduated from Penn State and later received a Masters from Catholic University following his service as an officer in the US Navy. Throughout George’s career he worked on award winning projects in the Washington, DC area and around the world. George received many accolades for his work in the field of Architecture, including the distinction of FAIA. George is survived by his wife of 53 years, Ann, his children Marc and Leah Renee, and his four granddaughters, Marley, Hannah, Ella and Magdalene. Services will be held at a later date.

Outside of WDG, George was a dedicated community leader. He concurrently served as chairman of the board of the Washington Building Congress (WBC) in 1990-1991 and president of the Washington Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in 1993.  As an association leader, he mobilized a strong coalition from disparate industry associations to jointly sponsor community service projects, educational forums, regional workshops for guiding development, and a public-private partnership to jump-start the revitalization of the District of Columbia’s public housing infrastructure. These programs had a significant impact on the region’s economic and social recovery during the mid-1990’s.

WDG Press Release

Money & King Funeral Home

The WBC Membership Services Committee would like to welcome the following new members:

Company

Bradley
Law firm.

Representative:  Sabah Petrov

District Lighting Group
District Lighting Group is a value driven commercial lighting agency, that has revolutionized the lighting industry with unmatched responsiveness and a commitment to superior customer service.

Representatives: Brandon Eierman – Chris Hammelef – Lisa Bertolino – Eric Helwig

FGM Architects
FGM Architects is an employee-owned professional service firm with an emphasis on service. Our projects respond to the goals of our clients, the context of their sites, the environment that sustains them and the communities they serve.

Representatives: Ryn Burns – Christopher Kehde

Structural Technologies
Structural Technologies is firmly committed to its mission of making structures stronger and last longer. We develop and integrate products, engineering support, repair and maintenance services to provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers and contractors. Structural Technologies provides state-of-the-art proprietary products and engineering support, and delivers repair & maintenance services through our construction companies.

Representatives:  Rebecca Herron – Brett McGonnigal

Small Business

Clark’s Lumber & Millwork
CLM is AWI/QCP-certified shop specializing in commercial architectural millwork and serving the Dc, Va, and Md metro areas. Services: commercial architectural millwork.

Representative:   Dougl Clark

Federated Lighting
At Federated Lighting, their commitment to service excellence and lighting expertise is the cornerstone of their mission to deliver superior lighting and controls solutions to customers. Serving Northern Virginia, Washington DC and Maryland, they represent the broadest portfolio of the world’s leading lighting and controls brands. Offering innovative, quality products that meet their customers needs.

Representatives: Glenn Damanti – Doug Dayhoff

Maryland Computer Service Inc.
Managed IT Services for Small to Medium Businesses. Advising business owners and managers how to maximize the use of their information technology to meet and exceed their IT products, services, and goals. Many companies designate an employee or even an entire department to manage their IT services. However, choosing an outside company to manage and consult regarding information technology gives companies an outside point-of-view on various decisions that are often overlooked internally.

Representative:  Steve Johnson

Prodigy Builders LLC
Commercial general contractor serving the DC, MD, and VA region.

Representatives:  Nadia Bizzarri – Thomas Bizzarri

Universal Floors, Inc.
Universal Floors is Washington’s oldest and finest wood floor company. We are a full service company with several specific divisions including: Historic Restoration/Preservation, Sand & Finish, Installation, Custom Work, Choose to Reuse, Sport Floors, Consulting/Lecturing, Cosmetic & Maintenance.

Representatives:  Sprigg Lynn – Dawn Lynn

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Congratulations to the newly elected WBC Board of Directors.

Greg Koger, with Holland & Knight, will be serving as Chairman of the Board this year. The FY’24 board term runs October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2024.

Please join the WBC Community Services Committee and WBC Foundation in supporting two outstanding local organizations focused on providing winter coats, clothing and other items for people in need.

Thank you for your consideration and please see below for further details on how you can help those less fortunate as we enter the winter season. All donations can be made directly to these worthy nonprofit groups.

Central Union Mission
3194 Bladensburg Rd. NE, Suite B
Washington, DC 20018
Accepting all donations of winter coats and clothing, in addition to food, sanitizing items and other gifts-in-kind.
Drop-Off Details
 
You can help protect our vulnerable neighbors by organizing a winter coat drive – coats, hats, gloves, and scarves in all sizes are needed. Whether it’s cold weather gear, everyday apparel, or professional attire,  your clothing donations are greatly appreciated. The Comprehensive Family Resource Center staff can provide assistance should you need help unloading any items. The organization will also provide you with a written donation acknowledgment for tax purposes.
A complete listing of Central Union Mission giving opportunities may be found here.

N Street Village
1333 N Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20005
Accepting donations of new and gently-loved coats for clients and residents. Collecting coat sizes M-4XL.
Please ensure all coats arrive by Wednesday, October 18, 2023.
2023 Coat Drive
 
Last year, supporters helped provide nearly 150 women with a new coat at the Annual Coat Giveaway. This year, the goal is to collect 213 coats to ensure that every woman who arrives at their doors is met with dignity, welcome, and a warm winter coat.
Here’s how you can donate:

1. Purchase a new coat from Wish List and have it shipped to:
     N Street Village
     c/o Alex Burch
     1333 N Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20005
2. Donate a gently-loved coat that meets the following criteria:
   ~ Clean and without flaws
   ~ No rips, holes, tears, or snags
   ~ No stains or discoloration
   ~ Zipper and/or buttons are fully functional
   ~ No broken/missing fasteners
   ~ Pockets are empty of personal items
3. Donate funds to help N Street Village purchase additional coats for residents and clients with special needs and/or sizing.

To schedule a drop-off appointment or to get more information, please contact Alex Burch at (202) 939-2074 or  aburch@nstreetvillage.org.

The WBC Nominating Committee has met and the slate of candidates listed below has been recommended for a vote of the membership at the annual meeting on September 28, 2023.  The meeting and election will be held during the Fall Kickoff Bull & Oyster Networking.

The following directors will continue to serve their current positions on the board:

  Kelly McGuire – Canyon Contracting
  Mike Newman – Timmons Group
  Jared Oldroyd – Clark Construction Group
  David Osei – Redbrick LMD
  David Stocks Jr. – Stocks Management Group
  Andrew Tomlinsom – G&M Services
  Mike Wilson – Carr Companies

We would also like to recognize the following board members who will be completing their terms on September 30, 2023:

  Reggie Jones, Director – Fox Rothschild
  Maria Snyder, Director – Construction Cleaning Service
  Chuck Claar, Immediate Past Chairman – R.W. Murray Co.

Respectfully submitted by the WBC Nominating Committee

Chuck Claar, Chairman

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Our industry sadly lost an important colleague on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Emerson Teer was a great, kind, and intelligent man. His presence will be sorely missed. Emerson served as 2020-21 WBC Chairman of the Board and was active in the association for over 14 years. His passing will leave a big gap in our community and he will be sorely missed.

Memorial Service Video:
Link for service on Saturday, July 29
https://t.e2ma.net/click/6sn2ah/unb0cltb/a42khx

Memorial Donations:
In lieu of flowers or memorial gifts, the family has setup a fund in Emerson’s name:
EveryMind for the William Emerson Teer Fund
www.every-mind.org

TO:  Washington Building Congress Members

From:  Chuck Claar, Nominating Committee Chairman

The WBC Nominating Committee is seeking the nomination of qualified members who would like to make a contribution to the overall goals and objectives of our organization.  Nominees have typically served several years in WBC volunteer roles as committee members, vice-chairs and chairs. The new Board of Directors term commences on October 1, 2023.

Please submit your nominations by using any of links below by Thursday, August 24, 2023.  The election of FY’24 WBC officers and directors will take place on September 28, 2023, during the Fall Kickoff.

Officer & Director Positions Available

CHAIRMAN-ELECT … 1 Year Term …One Position

VICE-CHAIRMAN … 1 Year Term … Three Positions

TREASURER … 1 Year Term … One Position

SECRETARY … 1 Year Term … One Position

DIRECTOR 2023-2026 … 3 Year Term … Three Positions

Self-nominations are permitted.

Please use form below to submit your nomination:

Download the WBC Officer & Director Nomination PDF Form

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