Membership
Membership sets you apart. As a USGBC New York Upstate Chapter member, you’ll access a diverse community of professionals from businesses that design, construct, manage, finance, insure, own and occupy buildings as well as government agencies and not-for-profits.
The Chapter encompasses 53 counties in New York State, plus Berkshire County in Massachusetts. The New York Upstate Chapter includes: Western Region, Genesee Region, Finger Lakes Region, Central Region, Capital Region, North Country Region, Hudson Valley Branch, and Berkshire County Branch. Local and national membership will provide you with a wealth of green building resources, educational tools, leadership opportunities and timely programs designed to enhance your business, inspire your practice and improve your bottom line.
Benefits:
- Discounts on Chapter events and activities
- Exclusive email notification through Green Events Calendar
- Opportunities for Involvement in Chapter Committees
- Special New York Upstate Chapter Membership Pin
- Networking and Social Opportunities
- Chapter Newsletter
- Eligible to Serve on Board of Directors through Election Process
- Ability to Vote on Chapter Propositions, Board Positions, and Bylaws
Join us by becoming a USGBC NY Upstate Chapter Member and see how membership can give you a competitive edge and connect you to a world of resources you can’t find anywhere else. Dues are $45.50 for an individual associated with USGBC Corporate membership (USGBC Member Employees), $65 for individual without corporate membership (Chapter Members), and $26 for students.
Member Highlight
Wayne Williams (LEED ®AP,CSO) is the Vice Chairman of the NY Upstate Chapter Board of Directors. He is from Hadley, NY.Wayne is the Chief Sustainability Officer for UW Marx Construction Company from Troy, NY. He is currently the on site Program/Construction Manager at Hudson Valley Community College.Wayne joined the Chapter in 2006 after Greenbuild of that year in order to stay current with changes and enable him to become "proactive in advocating sustainable design and building practices."His favorite moments with us happen at the contractor trainings for the Chapter and AGC of NYS. He says, "It is such a great opportunity to share knowledge with those willing to take the time from their busy lives to learn."Vice Chairman NY Upstate Chapter
Hadley, NY
Wayne is the Chief Sustainability Officer for UW Marx Construction Company from Troy, NY. He is currently the on site Program/Construction Manager at Hudson Valley Community College.
Wayne joined the Chapter in 2006 after Greenbuild of that year in order to stay current with changes and enable him to become "proactive in advocating sustainable design and building practices."
His favorite moments with us happen at the contractor trainings for the Chapter and AGC of NYS. He says, "It is such a great opportunity to share knowledge with those willing to take the time from their busy lives to learn."
For other interview highlights like Wayne's proudest moment with the Chapter, download it here. You can also visit his website.