The Yakima County Development Association (YCDA), in partnership with the Associated General Contractors of Washington (AGC), is proud to launch the Construction Business Accelerator Program. Funded by South Central Workforce (SCW) and the Washington Economic Development Finance Authority (WEDFA), this initiative is designed to empower local construction business with the tools, strategies, and resources they need to overcome challenges and grow sustainably.
Why This Program Matters– Construction is a cornerstone of Yakima County’s economy. Yet, construction businesses face unique challenges every day–workforce shortages, financial planning, and project management complexities, to name a few.
The construction Business Accelerator Program delivers targeted solutions to address these challenges and help businesses:
- Strengthen operations
- Boost efficiency
- Build resilience in a competitive market
With the support of SCW and WEDFA, we’re committed to fostering growth and success for Yakima County’s construction sector.
Your Input Shapes This Program–We want this program to deliver maximum value to our local construction community–and your input is essential. YCDA and AGC invite construction professionals to share their insights and help identify the tools and resources that matter most.
Whether you need support with workforce training, financial tools, or project management systems, your feedback will shape the program’s focus.
English: Take Our Short Survey (It only takes a few minutes!)
Spanish: Responda Nuestra Encuesta (¡Solo toma unos minutos!)
Building a Stronger Future Together–The Construction Business Accelerator Program is more than a resource—it’s an opportunity to collaborate, address challenges, and implement solutions that drive growth and success. Together with our local partners, we aim to empower Yakima County construction businesses to thrive, hire locally, and lead in the community.
Stay tuned for updates and program announcements as we develop this exciting initiative! Let’s build a stronger future for Yakima County—together.
Have Questions? Contact Yani Cisneros, Bilingual Business Development Manager at YCDA, for more information. Email: [email protected] Phone: 509-575-1140
