CWC Ushers in the Next Era of Leadership
Coakley & Williams Construction is proud to announce the promotions of Lynn Stith Bennett to Chief Executive Officer and Greg Harraka to President & Chief Operating Officer.
Sherry Kissal Named IIDA Mid-Atlantic President
We believe that great leadership extends beyond the job site, and we’re thrilled to celebrate one of our own. Please join us in congratulating Sherry Kissal on being officially sworn in as President of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Mid-Atlantic Chapter.
CWC Named a 2025 Best Place to Work by the Washington Business Journal
We are proud to announce that CWC has been named one of the Washington Business Journal’s Best Places to Work for 2025! This recognition highlights our commitment to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being.
Celebrating Women in Construction Week 2025: Building the DMV. Building Careers. Building the Future.
We don’t just build structures - we build careers, opportunities, and a stronger industry. With a 26.6% female workforce - far exceeding the industry average - we’re proud to highlight the incredible contributions of the women of CWC during Women in Construction Week.
Partner & CFO Retires After 33 Years with CWC
While we recently celebrated a new chapter in our history with the opening of our new office in Bethesda, it was time to celebrate the end of another chapter as we celebrated Partner & CFO Joanne Sherwood’s retirement. During her 33-year tenure, she oversaw $5.25 billion worth of revenues (not adjusted for inflation!) and helped establish vital relationships among our Surety, Banking, Insurance, and Auditing partners.
Bringing Art to Life: CWC’s New Headquarters Featuring Custom Artwork by DMV Artist
Our new office at 4500 East-West Highway reflects more than just a new chapter for Coakley & Williams Construction—it’s a space that embodies our Build Mindset and celebrates who we are. One of the standout features is a stunning custom mural designed by Matt Corrado.
A New Chapter for Coakley & Williams Construction: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at Our New Office
Earlier this week, we celebrated a monumental milestone in Coakley & Williams Construction’s journey: the ribbon-cutting ceremony for our new office at 4500 East-West Highway in Bethesda, MD. This event marks the official unveiling of a space designed to inspire collaboration, foster innovation, and reflect the Build Mindset that drives everything we do.
Lynn Stith Bennett Serves as Chair of Hope Gala for T1D
CWC’s Chief Strategy Officer and Managing Principal, Lynn, will serve as the Chair for the Hope Gala, an annual event dedicated to raising funds and awareness for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) research. Coakley & Williams Construction is honored to sponsor this impactful event, a partnership that reflects our longstanding support of this organization and its vital mission.
Lynn Stith Bennett Joins JDRF Mid-Atlantic Board of Directors
We are excited to announce that our Managing Principal & Chief Strategy Officer, Lynn Stith Bennett, has joined the Board of Directors for the JDRF Mid-Atlantic Chapter! JDRF is the world’s largest nonprofit funder of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) research whose vision is to create a world without T1D.
Lisa Schlossberg Named to NAIOP DC|MD Board of Directors
We are proud to announce that CWC Partner and Director of Marketing & Communications, Lisa Schlossberg, has joined the NAIOP DC|MD Board of Directors. NAIOP DC|MD
Lauren Schenning Promoted to CWC Director of Human Resources
We are excited to announce the promotion of Lauren Schenning to CWC's Director of Human Resources! Lauren will lead our HR department, driving the development and implementation of strategic initiatives to support our workforce and enhance our company culture.
Meet CWC's New Public Business Unit Leader: Baboucarr Cham | Bethesda, MD
Baboucarr Cham started as an intern at CWC over 20 years ago. Now, he’s not only a Partner, but also our Public Business Unit Leader.
CWC Partner Sherry Kissal Joins CREW Network Corporate Real Estate Council
We are excited to announce that Sherry Kissal has joined CREW Network Corporate Real Estate Council’s esteemed group of members.
Women in Construction Week: CWC and Colliers Women's Groups
The CWC women explained their roles in the construction process and Colliers women talked about their roles in commercial real estate.
Women in Construction Week 2023: Alex Schwartz | Bethesda, MD
Preconstruction Manager, Alex Schwartz, says, “The construction industry is ever-growing. There are many other sectors and positions you can grow into as long as you remain open."
Meet New CWC Partner: Baboucarr Cham | Bethesda, MD
Baboucarr Cham started as an intern at CWC over 20 years ago. Now, he’s a partner.
Meet CWC's Newest Partner: Pat McCrary | Bethesda, MD
Please join us in congratulating Pat McCrary on becoming a part of the CWC Ownership team.
CWC Wins Top Workplace 2022 | The Baltimore Sun | Baltimore, MD
We are proud to share that Coakley & Williams Construction was named a 2022 Top Workplace by The Baltimore Sun.
VIDEO: Our Employees Voted Us Best Place To Work
Build your construction career with the best! Our employees voted us Best Place To Work in 2022. Watch our video and learn more at workatcwc.com
VIDEO: Build With The Best!
Watch our video Build With The Best! Learn more about Coakley & Williams Construction.
Watch: A Shout Out To Our Team - Employee Appreciation Day 2022
Celebrating Employee Appreciation Day…watch our video: A Shout Out To Our Team. Your construction career path starts at workatcwc.com
VIDEO: Meet the New CWC Partners
CWC names two new Partners, taking another step forward in the company’s succession plan. Meet the newest Partners - Jon & Eric.
Women in Construction Week: Sherri Carson
Corporate Operations Coordinator, Sherri Carson, has one tip for women in construction: Be open to the possibilities. Usually, it turns out fabulous.
WATCH: Every Action We Take Contributes To Building Something
Learn about Coakley & Williams Construction. Voiced by CWC President Pat Caulfield
WATCH: Meet Our New Hires
WATCH: Meet the newest hires at CWC. We are currently hiring...visit workatcwc.com for more info.
Founders Award Winner: Eric Van Why
Eric Van Why is a seasoned and well-respected Superintendent demonstrating the highest levels of integrity and professionalism both within our organization and the construction industry.
Founders Award Winner: Jon Fox
Congratulations to Jon Fox for receiving the Coakley & Williams Construction Founders Award, for consistently going above and beyond the day-to-day expectations and delivering exceptional performance on the job, among his peers and in the community.
Congratulations Lynn Stith Bennett - 2020 WBJ Honoree
We are extremely proud to announce that our very own Lynn Stith Bennett has been named among the 2020 Women Who Mean Business by the Washington Business Journal!
CWC Leaders Announce New Partners
We are excited to announce that three more CWC leaders have been named Partners as the next stage in the company’s succession plan. The new Partners entering the company’s Ownership this year are Lisa Schlossberg, Mike O’Quinn and Sherry Kissal. They are each accomplished leaders, mentors, and well-respected by their colleagues and the teams they lead.