WE INSPIRE

Together, we connect local communities and inspire a brighter future!

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Current Projects

CarMax Park

Richmond, VA - A new home for the Richmond Flying Squirrels baseball team.

Norfolk Housing Authority

Residential communities aimed at improving connectivity and economic vitality for all.

The Diamond District

Residential units, office space, retail, and public parks shaping a dynamic district.

Welcome to

J&G Workforce Development Services

Mission

J&G offers a comprehensive suite of customized community engagement and compliance services, designed to meet the evolving needs of commercial and residential real estate occupiers and investors.

Vision

Vibrant, sustainable commercial and residential communities aimed at improving connectivity and economic vitality for all.

History and Legacy

For more than 30 years, J&G founder and CEO Grace Washington has built a legacy of community engagement and empowerment, emphasizing economic vitality, innovation, and resilience. Clients know J&G as the people whisperers because the work begins with listening.

Our

Services

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Influence Campaigns

Community Engagement

J&G campaigns mobilize community influencers, capture public sentiment, and help projects build stronger support through authentic outreach.

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Advisory Services

Workforce Development

We connect local residents to training, job readiness support, and career opportunities created by major development projects.

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Strategic Planning

MBE/WBE/ESB Consulting

Our strategic planning work helps clients satisfy participation goals and build more inclusive project pipelines.

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Regulatory & Compliance

Section 3 Services & Davis Bacon

J&G provides compliance advisory services to HUD-funded recipients with practical systems for reporting, documentation, and local impact.

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Making an Impact

Clients are saying

"Ms. Washington was the consummate professional, remaining poised and composed despite a strong campaign led by the project's opposition. Without reservation, I recommend Grace Washington and J&G Workforce Development Services, LLC for any future development projects."

Michael Hallmark

Capital City Partners, LLC

"We value our relationship and partnership with J&G Workforce. Together we launched the MBL Construction Build Up Program, a comprehensive effort to provide small businesses with the assistance needed to increase their business management skills, long-term viability, and success on commercial and public projects."

Floyd E. Miller II, M. Ed.

President & CEO, The Metropolitan Business League

Let's Build Together

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