By Rebecca Barnes, Publisher, Prince William Living

Jo McCabe has been nominated for the Prince William Living Influential Women Awards for her exceptional leadership in business, veteran advocacy, and community service across Prince William County.

As the owner of Mr. Handyman of Northern Virginia, Jo employs residents while strengthening the skilled trades workforce. She also serves as Chair of the Board of Prince William Habitat for Humanity and as a Board Member of the Prince William Chamber of Commerce, providing strategic leadership for housing and economic initiatives.

Jo’s nomination highlights her long-running National Day of Service, which she has led for 15 consecutive years. Each year, she shuts down her business to provide free home repairs to a local military veteran. What began as a single-company effort has grown into a community-wide initiative involving dozens of companies, delivering more than $940,000 in donated labor and materials.

A retired Navy officer, Jo also mentors emerging business owners and leads by example. Her influence connects businesses, nonprofits, and volunteers around shared goals that strengthen the region.

Jo McCabe is nominated because she consistently turns leadership into action, creating measurable impact while inspiring others to serve.

Join Us in Celebrating Our Nominees

Help us celebrate Jo and all of the 2026 Prince William Living Influential Women Awards nominees. Reserve your tickets for the Influential Women Awards Celebration at Sweeney Barn on March 5, 2026, and join us in honoring women who are making Greater Prince William a more creative, caring, and connected place. Visit princewilliamliving.com/influential-women for more details and ticket information.

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Rebecca Barnes is the Publisher of Prince William Living and the founder of the Influential Women Awards, created to honor women whose leadership, service, and professional accomplishments strengthen the Greater Prince William community. As a business owner, nonprofit leader, and long-standing advocate for local engagement, Rebecca has dedicated more than two decades to spotlighting the people and organizations that make Prince William, Manassas, and Manassas Park thrive. Through her work in media, destination branding, and community partnerships, she continues to amplify stories of impact and ensure that those who give back receive recognition equal to their contribution.