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Next Meeting - Looking forward to seeing everyone there!
Date: Friday, July 17, 2026 - Virginia Diner - Wakefield, VA
Location: 408 N County Dr, Wakefield, VA 23888
Speaker: Annual Board Meeting
May 15, 2026 Meeting - Thank you Dewberry for Sponsoring
The Lineup:
Location: Hanover Tavern
10:30 AM | Board Meeting
11:30 AM | Meet and Greet
A chance to network and connect
12:00 PM | Lunch & Membership Meeting
Guest Speaker:
Topic: General Chapter Updates and Installation of New Board Members
Left to Right: Paul Froehlich, Tommy Carroll, and Lauren Bean
COMING BACK TO A CHAPTER NEAR YOU!
THE VIRGINIA ACQUIRER NEWSLETTER
PREPARED AND PRESENTED BY:
CARILLIN HIRSCH, SR/WA, EDITOR
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Upcoming Education Course Offered by Chapter 52:
If you haven't already and are thinking of signing up for Course 804: Skills of Expert Testimony with Dave Arnold, Esq., please consider doing so. The class is being held in Glen Allen, VA at Burns & McDonnell on June 3rd. For more details click HERE.
IRWA Old Dominion Chapter 52: Empowering Virginia’s Infrastructure Professionals
Connecting the Commonwealth — Serving Region 4
Welcome to the official home of IRWA Chapter 52, the premier organization for right-of-way professionals across the Commonwealth of Virginia. From the bustling tech hubs of NoVA to the Appalachian Mountains to the historic streets of Richmond to the growing corridors of Hampton Roads, our members are the experts behind the land rights that drive our state’s progress.
May Highlight: Infrastructure and Construction Safety
As spring construction continues to ramp up across Virginia, Chapter 52 is committed to professional excellence and safety. This May, we are focusing on:
Construction Safety Week (May 4-8) - This years theme, "All in Together," highlights Recognize, Respond, & Respect.
National Infrastructure Week (May 18-22)
IRWA - The May/June 2026 issue is now live. "50 Years of Change in Infrastructure Real Estate"
Save the Date:
National Right of Way Professionals Week: June 8-14, 2026
72nd IRWA International Education Conference: June 26-29, 2026 in Omaha, Nebraska.
IRWA Course 804 - Skills of Expert Testimony: June 3, 2026
Thank you to Chapter 9 for hosting the Spring Forum in Hershey, PA.
Why Join Chapter 52?
We serve a diverse group of global infrastructure real estate professionals, including Acquisition Agents, Appraisers, Attorneys, Engineers, and Surveyors. Membership in the Old Dominion Chapter provides:
Local Expertise: Specialized knowledge in Virginia-specific public development, from flood control to highway expansions.
Education & Credentialing: Streamlined access to SR/WA certification and industry-specific pathways.
Networking: Connect with peers at local venues like the Hanover Tavern and regional events across Region 4.
Building Virginia’s future, one parcel at a time.
Looking to grow your professional skills? Explore our Educational Courses page for upcoming classes and certification opportunities offered by IRWA Chapter 52.
Ready to lead? Click here to explore the specific role descriptions and responsibilities for IRWA Chapter 52's board and committee positions.
Don't miss out on our next gathering! Visit our Chapter Meetings and Events pages to see what IRWA Chapter 52 has planned for the months ahead.
The International Right of Way Association is a professional volunteer member organization comprised of global infrastructure real estate professionals. Our members include:
Acquisition Agents | Appraisers | Asset Managers | Engineers | Environmental Specialists | Property Managers | Attorneys | Surveyors | Title Experts | Utility Managers
Since its inception as a not-for-profit association in 1934, the IRWA has served professionals who acquire, manage and transfer the land rights needed for building and maintaining infrastructure.
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