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| What We Do |
The AGC Education Foundation serves Washington state's construction industry through education, training, outreach, scholarships and grants. With a commitment to life long learning, our programs are developed for every stage of construction careers. Construction professionals, educators and students participate in our diverse programs including:
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- Continuing Education courses designed to advance the careers of those working in the industry
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- Youth Programs which introduce K-12 students to construction careers
through hands-on learning experiences in the classroom and at community
outreach events
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- Applied Math curriculum training for middle school and high school teachers with emphasis on real math applications
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- Scholarship Assistance to students seeking careers in the construction industry
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- Educational Grants to schools and programs which demonstrate educational needs related to construction careers
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| History |
| In 1980, a group of visionary AGC of Washington general contractors understood the value of education and the benefit of giving back to the community. Believing that ongoing education and training are vital elements of the construction industry, the AGC Education Committee also saw an opportunity to encourage others who wanted to give back. With intent to develop construction education programs and provide a vehicle for non-taxable donations, the Seattle AGC Education and Community Service Foundation was formed. The name later changed to the AGC Education Foundation as classes and workshops expanded to the district offices of Bellingham, Olympia, Tacoma and Yakima. The original foundation trustees included Louis Rowley, Tullus Gordon, Terry Deeny, Dann Sheffield and Larry Johnson.
The founders' vision was realized and presently the AGC Education Foundation serves thousands of construction professionals, students and teachers with a wide variety of educational and outreach programs. Through the generosity of the AGC of Washington, our donors, and our community partners, we continue the work of developing and promoting quality education and training for the Washington state construction industry.
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Board of Trustees
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The AGC Education Foundation Board of Trustees is comprised of AGC members, industry professionals, business consultants, and committed educators. All members share a common vision of supporting programs that develop and maintain a highly skilled construction workforce.
The Board of Trustees is responsible for managing the foundation's assets, developing new funds and programs, and awarding grants and scholarships to organizations and students.
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
PRESIDENT Elaine Ervin, Moss Adams
PAST PRESIDENT J.R. Lunsford, JKT Development, Inc.
TREASURER Don Grimes, CalPortland
OFFICER Bob Barrett, Sellen Construction
OFFICER Loren Pease, Pease Construction
OFFICER Art Solbakken, Solbakken Company
BOARD MEMBERS
Kurt Boyd, PCL Construction Services, Inc.
Julie Bocek Coleman, Seattle University
Jim Elliott, GLY Construction
Bryan Eppler, University Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
Frank Firmani, Charter Construction - Retired
Jim Hamlin, Parker, Smith & Feek, Inc.
Robert Marconi, Stanislaw Ashbaugh
Brad Sayre, Absher Construction
Steve Mara, Howard S. Wright Construction Co.
Steve Porter, Coughlin, Porter, Lundeen
Sean Woerman, Lydig Construction
EMERITUS BOARD MEMBERS
Jim Crutcher, Lease Crutcher Lewis
Dennis Dickert, Sellen Construction
Larry Johnson, Prime Construction Company
Bob Landau, GLY Construction
Allan Osberg, Osberg Construction
Frank Young, Jr., FNY Associates
EX-OFFICIO BOARD MEMBERS
Dave Carns, Central Washington University
Jason Peschel, Washington State University
John Schaufelberger, University of Washington
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| AGC Education Foundation Staff |
Diane Siderius Kocer, Executive Director
dkocer@agcwa.com
Erica Peterson, Continuing Education Director
epeterson@agcwa.com
Megan Orthmeyer, Development Director
morthmeyer@agcwa.com
Youth Programs
youthprograms@agcwa.com
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| Contact Info |
AGC Education Foundation
1200 Westlake Avenue North, Suite 301
Seattle, Washington 98109
Phone: (206) 284-4500
Fax: (206) 284-4595
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"AGC of Washington established the AGC Education Foundation
in 1980 to serve as the vehicle for providing continuing education
and for promoting careers within the construction industry. Our complementary
missions are vital
to securing our
craft, career,
and community."
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David D'Hondt
Executive Vice President
AGC of Washington
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| "I believe in re-investing in an organization
that is of great benefit to our industry - the AGC Education
Foundation. I see the value of my donation growing with the hope that
it is matched by a new generation of industry leaders." |
Larry Johnson
Prime Construction Company
AGC Education Foundation Founder |
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