Associated General Contractors of Vermont

What Associated General Contractors of Vermont does

Associated General Contractors of Vermont (AGC/VT) is a private, nonprofit construction trade association founded in 1934 and headquartered in Montpelier, Vermont. It represents the largest concentration of construction industry voices in the state, with 170+ member firms spanning general contractors, equipment and material suppliers, insurance carriers, technology providers, bonding firms, legal firms, and financial institutions. Core services are organized around four pillars: legislative advocacy at the state and federal levels (via affiliation with AGC of America, which represents 25,000+ firms nationally), workforce development programming, safety and compliance training, and industry recognition/connection events.

The operating model is hybrid: in-person delivery runs through a dedicated training facility at 1 Graves St, Montpelier (restored after the July 2023 floods), while digital delivery leverages the uss.training platform for self-paced and live webinar courses. A documented product portfolio includes the AGC Vermont Leadership Academy (a multi-year workforce development program funded by Northfield Savings Bank Foundation), FMCSA-compliant Entry Level Driver Training ($750 members / $1,250 non-members), OSHA-compliant Confined Space Training, TQP Online fire alarm recertification ($100 per 8-hour update), the COVID-19 Safety Certification Program (which trained more than 3,000 safety officers), the Career Road Map recruitment tool, the Best Builder Awards recognition program, and publications including The Build Board and E-Mag newsletter. The organization runs more than 90 events annually.

Revenue is generated primarily through recurring membership dues from 170+ firms, supplemented by training program fees (one-time/perpetual license pricing structured for member vs. non-member tiers), paid event registrations, and grant funding (a documented $75,000 Vermont Department of Labor grant in July 2025). The go-to-market motion is sales-led for membership acquisition and event-driven for member engagement, supported by content marketing, newsletter, social media, and earned media via legislative outreach. Customer segments are split into primary general contractor members, secondary associate members (suppliers and service providers), and the broader Vermont construction workforce that consumes training.

Name

Associated General Contractors of Vermont

Legal name

Associated General Contractors of Vermont

Website

https://agcvt.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1934

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

AGC/VT is a Vermont-based nonprofit trade association, founded 1934, serving 170+ construction firms through advocacy, workforce development, safety training, and industry events as an AGC of America chapter.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Trade Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial General Contracting (New Build) (IMAFAAAA)

Keywords

• Construction trade association
• Workforce development training
• Safety compliance training
• Industry advocacy services
• Construction certification programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Montpelier

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: AGC/VT is a membership-based trade association representing general contractors, associate members, and professional affiliates. Revenue is generated through annual membership dues from over 170 member firms including construction firms, equipment suppliers, insurance companies, technology companies, bonding firms, legal firms, and financial institutions.
2. Training Programs: The organization generates revenue through training programs including Entry Level Driver Training ($750 members, $1250 non-members), TQP recertification courses ($100), and other safety and certification courses. Programs include both in-person and online delivery.
3. Event Registrations: Revenue from annual meetings, training events, and workshops. The association organizes over 90 events annually with record-breaking attendance including the Annual Meeting, Best Builder Awards, and various workforce development programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Associated General Contractors of Vermont (AGC/VT) is a private, nonprofit construction trade association founded in 1934 that represents more than 170 member firms across Vermont. Its core offerings include legislative advocacy, workforce development programs, safety and certification training (including CDL/ELDT, Confined Space, and TQP Fire Alarm recertification), industry publications, and networking events such as the Best Builder Awards and Annual Meeting.

Product overview

Associated General Contractors of Vermont is a trade association offering a portfolio of training programs and services for construction industry professionals. Core offerings include the Leadership Academy workforce development program, Entry Level Driver Training, Confined Space Training, and TQP Online certification courses. Additional services include the Best Builder Awards recognition program, publications (The Build Board, E-Mag, Annual Report), and the Shattie Simulator Fundraiser for heavy equipment training. The organization also provided COVID-19 Safety Certification training. The association serves as the voice of Vermont's construction industry since 1934, providing advocacy, workforce development, safety training, and industry resources.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AGC/VT Leadership Academy
• Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT)
• Confined Space Training
• TQP (Training Qualification Program) Online
• AGC/VT Best Builder Awards
• COVID-19 Safety Training & Certification

Quantifiable outcome

• Trained over 3,000 COVID-19 Safety Officers
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Vermont Works for WomencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 June 2026Partnership for the AGC Vermont Leadership Academy workforce development initiative. Collaboration focuses on expanding workforce development opportunities and introducing more women to construction careers, aligning with Women in Construction Week celebrations and NAWIC Vermont Chapter activities.
• National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Vermont ChaptercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 March 2026Ongoing collaboration between AGC/VT and NAWIC Vermont Chapter focusing on career advancement, leadership, and expanding opportunities for women in the trades. Joint initiatives include training, mentorship programs, and outreach efforts.
• Associated General Contractors of America (AGC of America)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational trade association representing more than 25,000 construction firms. AGC/VT is a state chapter affiliated to access national advocacy efforts, regulatory expertise, industry research, and professional development resources. AGC of America works at the federal level on workforce development, infrastructure investment, safety, and regulatory policy.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts: State chapter of AGC of America serving Massachusetts construction contractors. Directly comparable as a peer state AGC chapter providing advocacy, workforce development, and safety training to member firms in a New England state.
• Associated General Contractors of New York State: New York State chapter of AGC of America. A direct peer state chapter providing similar advocacy, training, and member services to general contractors and construction industry associates in a Northeastern U.S. market.
• Associated General Contractors of Connecticut: Connecticut state chapter of AGC of America. A direct peer chapter providing similar construction industry advocacy, training, and member services in a neighboring New England state with comparable market dynamics.
• Associated General Contractors of New Hampshire: New Hampshire state chapter of AGC of America. A direct peer state chapter in an adjacent New England market with similar size, member profile, and service offering focused on advocacy and training for general contractors.

Broad incumbents

• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): National construction trade association representing merit-shop contractors. Comparable as the principal alternative to AGC chapters, providing workforce development, safety training, and advocacy to general and specialty contractors across the U.S.
• Associated General Contractors of America: National parent federation of state AGC chapters representing 25,000+ construction firms. AGC/VT is affiliated as a state chapter; comparable as the national-level umbrella organization providing federal advocacy, research, and resources to member chapters.
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): National trade association for residential and light commercial builders. Comparable as a large construction industry association providing advocacy, training, and member benefits, though focused on residential building rather than commercial general contracting.

Regional players

• Vermont Home Builders & Remodelers Association: Vermont state chapter of NAHB focused on residential builders and remodelers. Comparable as an in-state construction trade association providing advocacy and member services, though focused on residential rather than commercial construction.
• Vermont Building Trades Council: Vermont umbrella organization for construction trade unions. Comparable as a Vermont-based construction industry organization involved in apprenticeship training and workforce advocacy, representing labor rather than contractor management.

Others

• National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC): National organization supporting women in the construction industry through education, networking, and leadership development. Comparable as an active partner to AGC/VT (Vermont Chapter collaboration) addressing workforce development and training in construction trades.

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AGCVT
• Xx.com/agcvermont
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/associated-general-contractors-of-vt

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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