2023 Ones to Watch - Industry Leaders: Jonathan Mareno of The Bulfinch Companies, Inc.

3 skills that you use every day in your position: Communication, multi-tasking, and problem solving.

Best book, podcast, or app for aspiring leaders: Master Class - The Art of Negotiation.

Best advice for new leaders in 10 words or less: Don’t overreact, every day has a new challenge.

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? ESG is a core principle of Bulfinch and remains an important focus for our investors, tenants, and company leadership. I proudly led the coordination efforts on projects designed to maximize energy savings and the enhancement of sustainable transportation options. Projects included a RTU replacement and the installation of EV charging stations. We collaborated with our service providers and the utilities to leverage incentive programs reducing costs, energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and improving tenant satisfaction. 

What makes this nominee an Industry Leader? “Jon brings his passion and drive to work every day. His work ethic combined with his innate ability to collaborate with others, has earned him respect from colleagues, partners, and tenants. Jon continually seeks out new ways of operating buildings to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and create more sustainable environments.” - Robert Brierley, SVP, Director of Property Management at The Bulfinch Companies, Inc.