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 2025 Sponsors

Spring 2025 Presenting Sponsor: Froehling & Robertson: Founded in 1881, Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) is the oldest independent consulting engineering and testing firm in the United States.  Headquartered in Virginia, F&R operates 10 locations across the Mid-Atlantic region.  Their focus is to help clients by providing them with stellar service in environmental consulting, subsurface exploration and geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, and special inspections. 

Spring 2025 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 2025 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.

April 2025 Workforce Study Sponsor: Rappahannock Goodwill Industries: As the leading workforce development non-profit in the Fredericksburg region, Rappahannock Goodwill Industries prepares people for employment, helps workers advance in their careers, and builds a skilled workforce. Founded in 1966, Rappahannock Goodwill served 11,000 job-seekers last year, placing 1,750 community members into new careers across multiple existing and emerging industries.

May 2025 Platinum Sponsor: Stevenson Consulting, A UES Company: Stevenson Consulting, is a full-service engineering firm headquartered in Midlothian, VA, specializing in the areas of geotechnical and earthwork engineering, materials testing and inspection, code compliance, commissioning, and building envelope. Stevenson was acquired by UES in February of 2025. Both Stevenson and UES are focused on exceeding client expectations at every opportunity.

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Spring 2025 ACES Luncheons

Wednesday, April 16: 11:30 – 1 pm, Fredericksburg Nationals Virginia Credit Union Stadium

Guest Speaker: Lance Gentry, Professor, College of Business, University of Mary Washington

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Wednesday, May 14: 11:30 am – 1 pm, Fredericksburg Nationals Virginia Credit Union Stadium

Guest Speaker: Kalahari

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Wednesday, June 4, 2025: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Fredericksburg Convention Center

Guest Speaker: Dr. Jan Gullickson, President, Germanna Community College

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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) 

“We are impassioned engineers, scientists and problem solvers partnering with clients to advance the equality and stability of every project we touch to protect people and property.”

Established in 1881, Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) is the oldest independent consulting engineer/testing firm in the United States. F&R focuses on their clients by offering construction engineering and environmental consulting solutions that are innovative, yet practical.  F&R maintains a fleet of drilling equipment as well as accredited testing laboratories that are utilized across their twelve offices. These offices, which are strategically located throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, possess the local resources needed to deliver the quick, efficient and cost-effective service their clients rightfully demand. 

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