he admits. While the organization has maintained high energy and participation, Musgrave knows this momentum must be nurtured. The past few years have seen the association hit significant milestones.When Musgrave and Executive Vice President Richard Schwab took on leadership roles, they set out to ignite the organization’s growth. “We threw some gasoline on the fire and wanted to see this place blow up. And we did,” he recalls. Under their guidance, the association adopted new technologies, expanded its advocacy program, and rallied around transportation and capital budgets. This period of intense activity led to several national awards, including the prestigious “Chapter of the Year” honor from the Associated General Contractors of America during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. But the accolades didn’t stop there. In 2022, the Musgrave is incredibly enthusiastic about the association’s podcast studio, which has become a hub for sharing information on various topics. “Every Wednesday, we have a new podcast,” he says, encouraging members to check the schedule on the association’s website. “We’ve even got the Department of Taxes coming in because, believe it or not, sales tax can be confusing for contractors,” Musgrave remarks with a smile. PRIORITIES FOR 2024 AND BEYOND Looking ahead, Musgrave’s primary focus is ensuring the AGC/VT remains relevant and continues to engage with its members. “One of the top things we want to do is ensure we’re staying relevant and engaging with people,” he says. This relevance is critical as the organization faces a significant demographic challenge, with an aging volunteer base and the need to bring fresh perspectives. “Volunteerism is one of the hardest things to come by right now,” 9 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 09 THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF VERMONT
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