by Jessica Gillette | May 29, 2026
13th ANNUAL EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS • CENTRAL VIRGINIA & HAMPTON ROADS REGIONS
Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 6:30PM – 10:30PM
The Central Virginia and Hampton Roads regions of ABC-VA cordially invite you to attend our 13th annual Excellence in Construction Awards on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The Excellence in Construction Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding projects and individuals from ABC-VA Central Virginia and Hampton Roads members. The awards competition serves to raise the level of construction standards throughout the industry by recognizing the workmanship of those who contribute and by showcasing the results of their dedication. By honoring the very best of merit shop construction, ABC demonstrates the adherence of its members to the highest standards of excellence.
We are pleased to host this year’s EIC Awards Ceremony at The Main in downtown Norfolk, minutes from the waterside.
Dress code is evening/cocktail attire.
✨ EMCEES: Valerie James, CPSM, Business Development/Marketing Manager, Mark Turner Construction & Heather McLaughlin, CPSM, Business Development Manager, Timmons Group ✨
EVENT COST (Members Only)
$195 per Person
$1,950 per Table of Ten (10)
LOCATION
The Main – Hilton Norfolk
100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510
HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS
To book online, please click here to be directed to Hilton’s booking page
To reserve over the phone, please call 800-435-7435 for Reservations and reference the following information:
Group Name: Excellence In Construction Awards / Group Code: ECA
Event Dates: October 22, 2026 – October 23rd, 2026
Guests may also use and enter the Group Code by selecting the ‘Special Rates’ button after selecting the dates of stay
SCHEDULE
6:30PM – 7:30 PM Cocktail Hour
7:30PM – 10:30PM Dinner & Program
Main Event Sponsor
ADDITIONAL SPONSORS – THANK YOU!
SUBSTITUTIONS/CANCELLATIONS
Substitutions are welcome at any time if the originally registered individual(s) can no longer attend. Cancellations must be made by 5PM on Friday, October 16, 2026.
QUESTIONS
Email Kristen Altermatt
Thank you to our EIC Committee for putting on another spectacular program!
by Jessica Gillette | May 28, 2026
13th ANNUAL EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS • CENTRAL VIRGINIA & HAMPTON ROADS REGIONS
Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 6:30PM – 10:30PM
The Excellence in Construction Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding projects and individuals from ABC-VA Central Virginia and Hampton Roads members. The awards competition serves to raise the level of construction standards throughout the industry by recognizing the workmanship of those who contribute and by showcasing the results of their dedication.
All sponsorships will close September 30 at 12PM. All sponsorships must be paid by October 6 to be included in event program.
**This page is for purchasing sponsorships only. Please visit the 2026 EIC Awards Ceremony page to register for the event.**
Event $6,000 **SOLD OUT**
• Full page color ad in event program
• Signage display at event entrance
• Acknowledgement at dinner and opportunity to speak to the audience with up to 2 minute welcome speech
• Recognition on the ABC-VA website and social media platforms
• Recognition in ABC-VA November e-newsletter
• Logo in video presentation
• Includes table of 10 at event
Gold $3,250 (Unlimited)
• Half page color ad in event program
• Signage display at event entrance
• Recognition in ABC-VA November e-newsletter
• Logo in video presentation
• Includes table of 10 at event
Bar $2,750 **SOLD OUT**
• Exclusive branded bar during cocktail reception
• Recognition in event program
• Logo in video presentation
• 4 tickets to the event
Photo Booth Sponsor $1,750 (2 Available)
• Logo on digital photo banner
• Recognition in event program
• Logo in video presentation
Reception $1,750 (Unlimited)
• Logo in EIC Wall of Fame display
— Wall of Fame features Overall winners from past ten years + Reception logo sponsors
• Recognition in event program
• Logo in video presentation
Apprentice of the Year $1,500 **SOLD OUT**
• Honors the 2026 Apprentice of the Year
• Recognition in event program
• Recognition in ABC-VA November e-newsletter
• Logo in video presentation
• Photo opportunity with AOTY
Instructor of the Year $1,500 **SOLD OUT**
• Honors the 2026 Instructor of the Year
• Recognition in event program
• Recognition in ABC-VA November e-newsletter
• Logo in video presentation
• Photo opportunity with IOTY
Program $1,500 **SOLD OUT**
• Recognition in event program
• Logo in video presentation
Award $1,500 (1 Remaining)
• Signage display at event
• Recognition in event program
• Logo in video presentation
Spotlight $500
• 1/4-page ad in event program
Please contact Jess Gillette to inquire about availability (first come, first serve)
**IMPORTANT | AD SPECIFICATIONS**
Full page
792×612 pixels (WxH)
Half-page
367×575 pixels (WxH)
Quarter-page
367×280 pixels (WxH)
— PDF or JPG accepted
— No bleed
— Fonts do not need to be outlined
— CMYK preferred
— ALL ADS DUE OCTOBER 1 / NO EXCEPTIONS
LOCATION
The Main – Hilton Norfolk
100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510
QUESTIONS
All questions regarding EIC 2026 sponsorships should be directed to ABC-VA Communications & Marketing Director, Jess Gillette, CPSM
by Jessica Gillette | Mar 13, 2026
2026 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS – JUDGES BREAKFAST & JUDGING DAY
Thursday, June 11, 2026 | Breakfast 7:00AM – 8:00AM | Judging 8:00AM – 5:00PM
This year marks the 45th Annual Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards competition, which recognizes and celebrates outstanding projects built by ABC Metro Washington and ABC Virginia (Northern VA region) members. The awards competition serves to raise the level of construction standards throughout the industry by recognizing the workmanship of those who contribute and by showcasing the results of their dedication.
Project judges and guides can register now for our annual Judges Breakfast at The Westin in Tysons. Following breakfast, teams of judges will visit the sites of submitted projects. We are seeking guides to drive around the teams of judges. Being a guide is a unique opportunity to not only network with architects and designers (our typical judges), but also see the incredible projects built by our members.
Be a Guide: contact Maureen Nanna if you would like to be a guide this year or register below!
Be a Judge (open to architects and designers): contact Maureen Nanna
LOCATION
The Westin
7801 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043
COST
Free for all judges and guides!
Questions?
Contact Maureen Nanna
by Jessica Gillette | Feb 24, 2026
2026 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION (EIC) AWARDS CEREMONY
(ABC-VA NORTHERN VA & ABC METRO WASHINGTON)
Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 6:00PM – 9:00PM
The Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards recognize and celebrate outstanding projects built by Washington-area ABC members annually. The awards competition serves to raise the level of construction standards throughout the industry by recognizing the workmanship of those who contribute and by showcasing the results of their dedication.
ABC-VA (Northern VA) and ABC Metro Washington are proud to host the Excellence in Construction Awards to honor the exceptional work created in the metropolitan Washington area each year. Come and celebrate the winning projects and teams!
PLATINUM SPONSOR $5,600
• Ten complimentary registrations
• Corporate logo in video presentation
• 1/2 page color ad in banquet program
• Recognition in Building Washington Magazine
• Individual acknowledgment at banquet
• Signage displayed at banquet |
GOLD SPONSOR $4,100
• Four complimentary registrations
• Corporate logo in video presentation
• 1/4 page color ad in banquet program
• Recognition in Building Washington Magazine
• Individual acknowledgment at banquet
• Signage displayed at banquet |
GOLD+ SPONSOR $4,600 [EXCLUSIVE]
• Four complimentary registrations
• Corporate logo in video presentation
• Full page color ad in banquet program
• Recognition in Building Washington Magazine
• Individual acknowledgment at banquet
• Signage displayed at banquet |
COCKTAIL RECEPTION $3,600 SOLD OUT!!
• Corporate logo printed on cocktail napkins
• Signage displayed at each bar
• Recognition in the program |
DINNER WINE $3,600
• Corporate logo printed on wine tag for
each bottle of wine placed on tables
during dinner
• Recognition in the program |
DESSERT $3,600 SOLD OUT!!
• Corporate logo printed on edible
chocolate placed on desserts
• Recognition in the program |
AWARDS $2,500
• Corporate logo on signage
• Recognition in the program |
PROGRAMS $2,500
• Corporate logo printed on Awards program
• Signage placed at registration area
• Recognition in the program |
DOOR PRIZE $1,500
• Sponsor giveaway items during event
program
• Corporate logo printed on signage
placed near the stage
• Recognition in the program |
Email Maureen Nanna to register as a sponsor!
LOCATION
The Ritz Carlton, Tysons
1700 Tysons Boulevard, McLean, VA 22102
COST
ABC-VA Member — $299
Table of 10 — $2990
Questions?
Contact Maureen Nanna
by Jessica Gillette | Apr 15, 2025
2025 EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS – JUDGES BREAKFAST
Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 7:00AM – 8:00AM
This year marks the 44th Annual Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards competition, which recognizes and celebrates outstanding projects built by ABC Metro Washington and ABC Virginia (Northern VA region) members. The awards competition serves to raise the level of construction standards throughout the industry by recognizing the workmanship of those who contribute and by showcasing the results of their dedication.
Project judges and guides can register now for our annual Judges Breakfast at The Westin in Tysons. Following breakfast, teams of judges will visit the sites of submitted projects. We are seeking guides to drive around the teams of judges. Being a guide is a unique opportunity to not only network with architects and designers (our typical judges), but also see the incredible projects built by our members.
Please contact Maureen Nanna if you would like to be a guide this year or register below!
LOCATION
The Westin
7801 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043
COST
Free for all judges and guides!
Questions?
Contact Maureen Nanna
