WMACSA

Elections 2026-2027

ELECTIONS 
OF THE 
WASHINGTON METROPOLITAN AREA 
CONSTRUCTION SAFETY ASSOCIATION 
(WMACSA) BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

PER THE BYLAWS OF WMACSA ELECTIONS SHALL BE HELD IN THE FOLLOWING MANNER:

1. An election committee head is selected by the current board of directors 

2. The election committee head will gather all nominations for the next election cycle via email

3. Ballots will be posted on this page of the website and sent out via email to members who have attended 4 or more meetings

4. Ballots can be submitted in person at the last WMACSA meeting or mailed to WMACA PO Box OR emailed to election committee head

NOTE: On 5.23.2024, the board of directors voted unanimously to lower the number of attended meetings for voting eligibility to 3.

Current 2026-2027 Nominations

Nomination are currently open and are due by MAY 1st, 2026. All nominations can be submitted via the form below containing the following information:

• Nomination Role
• Name
• Biography (one page maximum)

► Indicates a nominee who is currently serving on the WMACSA B.O.D.

Election Nomination Form

President

► Brendan Esch (Current CTO)

Brendan works as a Safety Manager for the Fall Church, Virginia based multi-family general contractor HITT. In addition to protecting workers in the construction industry, he has spent the last 6 years as a volunteer firefighter and emergency medical technician in Montgomery County, Maryland where he worked to mentor, train, and recruit younger volunteers within the department.

His passion for safety comes from his exposure to workplace accident emergencies where he worked to treat injured workers as a result of poor safety practices. Brendan's goal is to implement industry best-practices to create the safest work environment possible by coaching and mentoring workers to make the right decisions. Brendan holds a Construction Safety Trained Supervisor (STSC) from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).

Vice President

► Alex Rodas (Current Vice President)

Alex has worked in the construction industry since 2003 and has been involved in Safety since 2006.

He has worked on complex projects and has helped Miller & Long Concrete build some of the most outstanding structures in the nation’s capital. His mission is to influence our workforce by educating and coaching them to make right decisions on the job. He also believes in growing our Safety Community. He has been a member of WMACSA since 2009 and has been part of the planning committee of the Metropolitan Area Construction Safety Conference (MACSC).  He has also involve in the MOSH Strategic Partnership Program (SPECS) and serve as STEP Task Force Chair at the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Metro Chapter. Our goal is to mentor peer contractors in their pursuit of safety excellence.

Secretary

► Jose Valdizan (Current Secretary)

With over 15 years of dedicated experience in occupational safety and health management, Jose Valdizan is a seasoned professional committed to ensuring workplace safety and regulatory compliance. Throughout his career, Jose has demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive safety programs that prioritize employee well-being and minimize workplace hazards. Jose's dedication to safety excellence has resulted in measurable improvements in accident rates, worker morale, and regulatory compliance across the organizations he has served. His proactive approach, coupled with strong leadership skills, makes him a valuable asset in any safety management role.

For a safety-conscious organization seeking a proven leader to drive continuous improvement in workplace safety, Jose Valdizan offers the expertise and dedication needed to achieve optimal safety outcomes.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

► OPEN

Treasurer

► Eddie Arthur (Current Treasurer)

Eddie is a recognized subject matter expert in Personal Protective Equipment with areas of expertise in Fall Protection/Confined Space and Traffic Safety. Experience includes 15 years as a distributor of safety products to construction, State/local government and industrial facilities.

The past 5 years have been with Sales Solutions Inc. as an independent manufacturer representative serving the same markets. Certifications include: OSHA 500 Authorized Instructor, QSSP (Qualified Safety Sales Professional), VDOT Intermediate Traffic Control Supervisor, High Angle Rescue Train the trainer, FallTech Competent Person Fall Protection/Inspector and Permit Required Confined Spaces.