ACES Luncheons

Presented by Froehling & Robertson. Hosted by the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance at the University of Mary Washington.

We are proud to present the ACES Networking Luncheon series. ACES is dedicated to connecting professionals between Richmond and DC, from the Architecture, Construction, and Engineering, and Surveying (ACES) industries – a sector that is very active in the adoption of Information, Communication and Technology. These luncheons serve as an opportunity for like-minded individuals to collaborate and network while hearing from industry experts, engaging in insightful conversations and enjoying a local dining experience.

ACES is not an exclusive group and is open to the public. Registration is required and space is limited for all ACES events. There are several sponsorship opportunities available for ACES events. If you are interested in learning more, please email Rose Maddox at [email protected]

If you would like to be added to the invitation list for ACES luncheons, please complete our ACES Interest Form.

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Spring 2026 Sponsors

Spring 2026 Venue Sponsors: Fredericksburg Nationals/Fredericksburg Convention Center:  The Fredericksburg Nationals are a Minor League Baseball team that is the Single-A affiliate of the Washington Nationals. They are located in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and play their home games at Virginia Credit Union Stadium, with a capacity of 5,000 people.

The Fredericksburg Convention Center stands out in Virginia as an exceptional meeting space for various types of events, including conventions, trade and consumer shows, banquets, weddings and other social events. Boasting over 120,000 square feet of flexible space, our venue allows us to host an array of events all year long. Effortlessly blending modern elegance with expansive and fully-integrated facilities, we provide an inspiring setting where everything for your event comes together—seamlessly.

Spring 2026 Title Sponsor: Whiting-Turner: Whiting Turner provides construction management, general contracting, design-build and integrated project delivery services on projects small and large for a diverse group of customers. Our people manage some of the most exciting, challenging construction projects in the country.

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Spring 2026 ACES Luncheons

Wednesday, April 8: 11:30 am – 1 pm, Fredericksburg Nationals Virginia Credit Union Stadium

Guest Speaker: Dominion Energy Panel

Featured Panelists:

• Greg Mathe, Director, Electric Transmission Engagement: Providing insights on community involvement and the routing of major transmission projects like Joshua Falls-Yeat.
• Dan Kociola, Economic Development Market Specialist in Data Center Practice
• Todd Flowers, Director, Generation Development: Offering a high-level look at how we are generating the power necessary to fuel Virginia’s increasingly dynamic economy.

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Wednesday, May 13: 11:30 am – 1 pm, Fredericksburg Nationals Virginia Credit Union Stadium

Guest Speaker: Tom Scott, President (Starting April 1, 2026), Fredericksburg Regional Alliance

With over 20 years of leadership in economic development—including securing over $12 billion in capital investment throughout his career—Tom brings a wealth of expertise in corporate real estate, government partnerships, and sustainable growth. This luncheon offers a unique opportunity for our investors and community partners to hear directly from Tom about his vision for the Fredericksburg region and his strategic priorities for advancing our collective economic vitality.

The highlight of the afternoon will be the official introduction of our new regional brand. Tom will unveil this new identity, designed to position our region as a premier destination for high-tech industry, business development, and talent recruitment. Don’t miss this chance to see how we are revolutionizing our regional narrative to drive future growth.

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Wednesday, June 10: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Fredericksburg Nationals Virginia Credit Union Stadium

Guest Speaker: Carrie Chenery, Virginia Secretary of Commerce & Trade

Carrie H. Chenery is a native Virginian with two decades of experience in economic development, public policy, government relations, and strategic communications. As the founder of Valley Pike Partners, she helps companies grow across the Commonwealth using modern strategies in public affairs and community engagement. Her extensive background includes serving as the Assistant Secretary of Agriculture & Forestry for the Virginia Office of the Governor and as the Executive Director of the Shenandoah Valley Partnership (SVP).

During her tenure at SVP, Carrie successfully unified seven counties and five cities under a shared economic development vision, announced projects representing over $460 million in capital investment, and built coalitions among 160 private sector investors. A graduate of Virginia Tech and the Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership at the University of Virginia, she has been recognized as one of North America’s Top 50 Economic Developers by Consultant Connect. Carrie’s career is defined by her ability to bridge the gap between legislative priorities and private-sector production to drive regional prosperity.

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About Fredericksburg Regional Alliance (FRA) 

Through recruitment, collaboration and advocacy, the FRA creates an environment to foster regional job growth. They assist existing businesses and industries with workforce development issues and help aggressively market the Fredericksburg region to corporate decision makers who are planning to expand or relocate their companies. 

About Froehling & Robertson (F&R) 

Established in 1881, Froehling & Robertson, Inc. is the oldest independent consulting engineering/testing firm in the United States. Since our founding, F&R has transitioned from a single-chemical laboratory to a multidisciplinary, minority-owned firm with 13 operations serving the Mid-Atlantic. We focus on delivering stellar service to clients in environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and construction materials testing. Understanding that everything we do is in the service of helping clients meet their project and program goals, we strive to advance the quality and stability of every project we touch to protect people and property. Learn more at fandr.com.

Questions? Contact FRA Business Development Manager Rose Maddox at [email protected]