Vermont Business Magazine The Associated General Contractors of Vermont has been recognized as a Power of Associations Gold Award recipient by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) for its successful Vermont Employee Wellness Partnership initiative.
AGC/VT and the Employee Wellness Partnership have developed a nationally recognized mental health awareness campaign, led by Reid Wobby and Gregory Tatro. They have been highlighted across various media outlets and have been invited to Association gatherings across the Northeast to help train and educate groups on these issues.
Through this partnership with Stephanie Busch of Vermont’s Department of Health their outcomes in just six months, include:
-Reached approximately 150,000 people across the Vermont community (that's 25% of our Vermont population)
-Distributed 15,000 Narcan doses to Vermont business and organizations
-Distributed 25,000 harm reduction kits to help the people in need
-Held 12 virtual “Ted Talks” and created a portable training and awareness campaign
-Held 25 on-site visits with contractors and organizations to discuss mental health and employee well-being
“Congratulations to The Associated General Contractors of Vermont for exemplifying the impact associations have on the industries and professions they represent, and on society at large,” said ASAE President and CEO Michelle Mason, FASAE, CAE. “It’s always so incredibly satisfying to see associations going above and beyond their everyday mission to change the world. We’re very proud to spotlight this award-winning initiative.”
“I am pleased to share with you all that your participation and willingness to address the mental health crisis in our country has been recognized by the ASAE” (the association of associations) “for your creation and support of Jenna’s Promise, Reid Wobby, Mental Health Awareness and the AGC/VT Overdose Prevention Program.” Said Jason Sicard Owner JP Sicard and President of the Associated General Contractors of Vermont.
ASAE has more than 50,000 association professional, industry partners, and consultant members representing over 10,000 organizations.
For your opportunity to join Vermont's leading construction/business association or just receive some information on being part of the Vermont’s Wellness Partnership visit AGCVT.org or call Richard Wobby 802-223-2374.
AGC/VT is the premier Vermont trade association representing every aspect of the construction industry.
Founded in 1961, members of AGC/VT are general contractors, specialty contractors, equipment and material suppliers, insurance companies, bonding firms, financial institutions, consultants and other businesses and individuals connected to the construction industry.
AGC/VT is a state chapter of the Associated General Contractors of America, (AGC) a national organization representing the interests of construction industry professionals.
AGC/VT is the leading association for the construction industry. AGC/VT represents more than 225 firms, including over 125 of Vermont’s leading general contractors, and specialty-contracting firms. More than 100 service providers and suppliers are associated with AGC/VT through a Vermont-wide network of community businesses. Visit the AGC/Vt website at www.agcvt.org.
About The Power of Associations Awards
ASAE’s Power of Associations Awards recognize the association community’s economic and societal contributions locally, nationally and globally. ASAE will celebrate The Power of Associations Award recipients during its annual Summit Awards Dinner on September 24, 2024, at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC.
Source: 7.23.2024. Associated General Contractors of Vermont. P O Box 750 | Montpelier, Vermont 05601 www.agcvt.org
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