NEWS
DELMARVA VETERAN BUILDERS HIRED FOR NEW WAWA IN SEAFORD, DELAWARE
Seaford, De. – April 5, 2021 – Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB), the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announces its newest project in Delaware.
“Wawa is partnering with Delmarva Veteran Builders to open our new Seaford, DE store later this year.”
Bringing more fuel and quick service options to those traveling North on Route 13, Wawa will be returning to the City later this year. Located next to Grotto’s Pizza, the new 5,500 square foot building will also have a back entrance off Tharp Road. Construction begins the end of March and looks to hold its Grand Opening event late Fall 2021.
The property sold in 2019 but was put on hold during the pandemic.
“We are excited to have Wawa here in Seaford. People love their sandwiches and subs along with their great service. They are a great addition, and we wish them great success.”
This marks the 11th convenience store project for DVB’s portfolio in just 3.5 years.
About Delmarva Veteran Builders: Delmarva Veteran Builders is the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans. Launched in 2013 by Navy Veteran Chris Eccleston, it has become one of the fastest growing companies in the nation while maintaining a 50% veteran and reservist workforce. Located in Salisbury Maryland, Delmarva Veteran Builders is up for the challenge to provide an extraordinary customer service experience, while committing to innovation in quality and new construction techniques.
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DELMARVA VETERAN BUILDERS HIRED BY FOR HERTRICH CHEVROLET BODY SHOP
Salisbury, Md. – March 2, 2021 –Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB) has been hired by Hertrich Chevrolet for its addition and alteration of a body shop at their North Salisbury location.
Hertrich Chevrolet will be expanding its campus and moving into the old Toys “R” Us location on Naylor Mill Road, to incorporate a body shop for its growing dealership. DVB will renovate 20,000 square feet of the existing 49,000 square foot building to complete the project.
The Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships has been in operation for over 50 years with dealerships in Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey. Most recently, it has grown to begin serving the Salisbury community.
“We are excited for this partnership and to be a part of Hertrich’s growth in our community. The Hertrich Family is well known for their service to its clients, and DVB is honored to be a part of their family during construction”
Delmarva Veteran Builders hired for Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
St. Michaels, Md. – January 28, 2021 –Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB) has been hired by Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum to renovate and expand an existing warehouse key in maintaining their collection intake and storage roles at the organization.
Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s (CBMM) mission “is dedicated to preserving and exploring the history, environment, and culture of the entire Chesapeake Bay region, and making this resource available to all.” Since 1965, CBMM has played a vital role in the history and culture of Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
The project will include renovations and an expansion to their existing library and storage facility on the southwest side of the campus. The existing two buildings will form as one by the completion of the project. With many other initiatives in motion at CBMM, this project will provide the space and support for the team to continue its growth.
“As a Navy veteran, I live all things on the water. This truly is a dream project and will be more of an adventure than a job. I look forward to helping the Maritime Museum continue its growth on the shore and am excited for this new relationship.”
“CBMM has worked very hard to get to this point, and we couldn’t be happier working with Delmarva Veteran Builders to finally be ready to break ground on the expansion of our library and collections storage facility. This expansion allows us to better preserve and interpret the more than 80,000 Chesapeake Bay-related objects in our collection, and also to increase accessibility to them.”
This project is part of CBMM’s overall Master Plan, which was first announced in 2018. As a way to increase its level of engagement in the community, CBMM is working toward expanding its core offerings and increasing public access to the objects in its collection. The value CBMM places on not only preserving the past of the Chesapeake Bay region, but helping to enhance its future, is an attribute DVB is humbled to be a part of.
DELMARVA VETERAN BUILDERS ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF COMMERCIAL WASTE COMPANY
Salisbury, Md. – December 23, 2020 –Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB) is excited to announce the launch of its new entity, Delmarva Veteran Trashforce (DVT). DVT will hold a mission similar to its notable counterpart; employ veterans while being active in the community, building its employees both professionally and personally and delivering ‘next-level’ customer service in a commercial waste company. Simply put, the mission statement adopted by DVT is “to provide second chances to veterans in our community, by empowering them with a career in a growing industry, while serving our clients as a commercial waste company”.
Despite 2020 being a difficult year, founder Chris Eccleston believed the timing was perfect to launch the new company. The core of DVT’s mission is to provide second chances to veterans and in the midst of the pandemic Eccleston believed now was the best time to give hope.
During the start of the pandemic, Chris rallied his local business owners with the empowering motto, “Be the Buffalo!”. This slogan was adopted by the City of Salisbury Mayor, Jake Day in COVID related communications to the Salisbury business community. The phrase inspires everyone to ‘charge the storm’ – Like the buffalo, instead of avoiding challenges, put your head down and ride into the storm.
DVT will employ both veterans and civilians that display the same grit that embodies the DVB spirit. Trash collection and disposal continues to be one of the most essential services as the world modernizes. DVT plans to celebrate and elevate its employees as respected leaders in the community interested in changing the narrative while inspiring others to greatness.
DELMARVA VETERAN BUILDERS RECEIVES HIRE VETS GOLD MEDALLION AWARD
SALISBURY, Md. – November 18, 2020 – Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB), the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced it received the HIRE Vets Gold Medallion.
The HIRE Vets Medallion Program is an employer recognition program administered by the Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS). Through the program, VETS accepts voluntary applications from employers for the HIRE Vets Medallion Award beginning on January 31 of each calendar year. The Award recognizes employers who hire and retain veterans, including their efforts to establish employee development programs and veteran specific benefits to improve retention.
“It really is an honor to win the Gold Medallion from The HIRE Vets Medallion Program. This award is really a testament to our mission of giving veterans and actively serving Guard and Reserve members an opportunity to work in the commercial construction industry.”
DVB currently maintains 60% of its workforce as veteran, guard or reservists. This past year, DVB increased its workforce development to better support veterans who wish to grow in the commercial construction industry. Through relationships, partnerships and more enhanced recruitment and training efforts, DVB succeeded in its efforts as a recipient of The HIRE Vets Medallion Program.
Delmarva Veteran Builders marketing team wins international design award from MarCom
MARCOM winners Katie Brittingham and Jenny Kerr Schroen from Delmarva Veteran Builders
Dallas, TX — MarCom Awards announced on November 4th that Delmarva Veteran Builders’ “Grit Leads to Greatness” ad campaign as a winner in the 2020 international creative competition for marketing and communication professionals. There were over 5,000 entries from throughout the United States, Canada, and 28 other countries.
MarCom Awards recognizes outstanding achievement by creative professionals involved in the concept, direction, design and production of marketing and communication materials and programs. Entries come from corporate marketing and communication departments, advertising agencies, public relations firms, design shops, production companies, and freelancers.
Judges are industry professionals who look for companies and individuals whose talent exceeds a high standard of excellence and whose work serves as a benchmark for the industry.
DVB’s team includes creative developer Jenny Kerr Schroen and marketing director Katie Jones Brittingham.
“We have been immersed in the Grit Project for over a year now. To see it finally launch and get international recognition is a testament to the commitment DVB’s leadership has made to push ourselves creatively. It’s an honor to represent the design community here on the Eastern Shore.”
About MarCom
MarCom is one of the oldest, largest and most-respected creative competitions in the world. Winning a MarCom Award is highly sought-after, peer recognition from the creative industry. MarCom winners range from huge international creative agencies and Fortune 500 Companies to individual creative professionals.
See more of DVB’s award winning campaign and video launch
DELMARVA VETERAN BUILDERS HIRED FOR OAK RIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH EXPANSION
Delmarva Veteran Builders hired to construct the new worship center at Oak Ridge Baptist Church (ORBC) in Salisbury, MD.
Salisbury, Md. – December 8, 2020 – Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB), the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced it has been hired to construct the new worship center at Oak Ridge Baptist Church (ORBC) in Salisbury, MD.
The 24,906 square foot project will be built onto the existing 45,000 square foot religious facility located at Oak Ridge Commons. There are minor alterations to the existing building where the existing and new will connect. This addition will allow ORBC to grow their congregation/worship size in addition to their children’s ministry.
“Oak Ridge Baptist Church is excited to start the construction of our new 1,000 seat worship center. We have been dreaming about this building since 2010 and have worked hard to get to this point. Our building project is called Build The Dream. Our Dream of providing a place where community can come and find Hope and Healing for Hearts and Home. This new worship center will not only provide a place for adult worship services but has been designed to support our online community as well. The new adult worship facility is Phase 1 of BTD construction. Phase 2 involves renovating and expanding our family ministry space for a modern, engaging environment for the children.
We are excited to partner with DVB. In the bidding process we were clear that we weren’t just looking for a builder but wanted a partner to join the Oak Ridge team in accomplishing our DREAM. From bidding day to getting the project started, DVB has done just that …. Become part of our family. They have helped us value engineer Phase 1 in order to keep the project on budget and even suggested ways to bring the church family into the process. We are looking forward to working with DVB in helping us Build our DREAM to better serve the community.”
About Delmarva Veteran Builders: Delmarva Veteran Builders is the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans. Launched in 2013 by Navy Veteran Chris Eccleston, it has become one of the fastest growing companies in the nation while maintaining a 60% veteran and reservist workforce. Located in Salisbury Maryland, Delmarva Veteran Builders is up for the challenge to provide an extraordinary customer service experience, while committing to innovation in quality and new construction techniques.
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DELMARVA VETERAN BUILDERS HIRED AGAIN FOR SECOND 7-ELEVEN STORE
SALISBURY, Md. – September 29, 2020 – Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB), the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced it has been hired for a second 7-Eleven store being built in Salisbury, MD.
Core Acquisitions will be building their second 7-Eleven convenience store on the shore and has contracted DVB within 30 days of breaking ground at their Berlin location. The new age designed building is set to break ground in October and will be located on the corner of Route 50 West Business and Naylor Mill Road. The 4,950 square foot building will feature diesel tanks and be built using the same paneling system as its counterpart in Berlin. The location will offer convenience to locals and those traveling the Maryland beaches.
“Core Acquisitions, a multi-state owner and developer of single and multi-tenant retail projects are thrilled to be commencing their second 7-Eleven project with Delmarva Veteran Builders, within a few short months of one another. Because of Core Acquisition’s active and geographically diverse preferred development build-to-suit pipeline, it is imperative that they use the most highly skilled, high ethical, high integrity partners and consultants on their projects with their clients, the end users. In this case, 7-11 has entrusted Core and by extension, DVB, to build their projects, on time, on schedule and to the exact specifications that 7-11 has perfected in their thousands of stores across the country. Core and DVB are excited to perform on these projects in the Salisbury region of Maryland in 2020.”
About Delmarva Veteran Builders: Delmarva Veteran Builders is the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans. Launched in 2013 by Navy Veteran Chris Eccleston, it has become one of the fastest growing companies in the nation while maintaining a 60% veteran and reservist workforce. Located in Salisbury Maryland, Delmarva Veteran Builders is up for the challenge to provide an extraordinary customer service experience, while committing to innovation in quality and new construction techniques.
Delmarva Veteran Builders launch new tagline and ad campaign.
DVB celebrated with its employees on Friday before the public premiere
Salisbury, MD. – September 21, 2020 – Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB), the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announces its new tagline, Grit Leads to Greatness
A year ago, DVB embarked on a mission: “How do we celebrate and ignite the veteran spirit that embodies our company?”
Searching for inspiration, DVB turned to the story of America’s “Greatest Generation” and their remarkable impact on human history. To get through the war, average men and women were asked to perform incredible tasks and sacrifice for the greater good. DVB identified qualities from that generation everyone should strive for; resilience, leadership, work ethic, tenacity, integrity and a service mindset. One key ingredient was a driving force for victory and continues to be the number one guarantor of a successful well-lived life: Grit.
What does it mean to have grit? Grit is defined as: firmness of mind or spirit: unyielding courage in the face of hardship or danger. The same Grit of the greatest generation flows through the veins of our veterans and accurately describes the ideals of the DVB Spirit.
The construction industry continues to prove itself as one of most challenging industries today. Every day is a battle- a battle for creation. It's the blood, sweat and tears that construct the things Americans see every day. Instead of seeing obstacles as a deterrent, DVB uses it to sharpen their skills and character. Whether military or civilian, employees choose to step up and ban together to accomplish something greater than themselves.
The lessons learned from history and the construction industry are tangible- all people can contribute, roll up their sleeves, work hard and collectively achieve great things.
DVB is making a statement to the world. This is their promise to its employees, the building industry and the commUNITY to continue to raise the standard of service and commitment to their core values. DVB will be steadfast in uncertain times, grounded in their resolve, and dedicated to the greater good.
As DVB unrolls its new ad campaign, the landscape of the community will start to become canvases of art, promoting the can-do spirit of DVB Employees through fence panels, magazine ads and pole banners. As they highlight their greatest asset, their people- they hope the campaign message can strike a chord after the very challenging year the whole world has faced. Regardless of military affiliation, economic status, race, gender or occupation- everyone has the ability to become greater through practicing grit. This campaign is created in honor of veterans and all the inspirational people throughout history that have made and continue to have the courage to overcome.
A year later, what was once a quest for a tagline has now turned into DVB's new battle cry:
Grit Leads To Greatness.
Read more about campaign and view the artwork here: or read more about the creative development from our designer Jenny here