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DeStefano Architects hires Scannell as business manager

Portsmouth, NH According to DeStefano Architects (D|A), Kathy Scannell was recently brought on board as the business manager for the firm.

Scannell holds a bachelor of arts degree in Business Management from Assumption College in Worcester, Mass. She joins D|A from a former position managing clients at a prominent IT support company in Methuen, Mass. Scannell has previously lent her business management services to other local companies including Bottomline Technologies and Executive Strategy Group, both in Portsmouth. As a local resident, Scannell’s dedication to and love for the Seacoast pairs well with D|A’s commitment to providing quality and innovative design services to the local community. 

“Kathy’s attention to detail, positive attitude and experience will be a great addition to DeStefano Architects,” said Lisa DeStefano, founder and principal architect at D|A. “Her high standards will benefit the firm as a whole. We are pleased to welcome her to the team.”

For over two decades DeStefano Architects has been providing award-winning design and construction administration services to private commercial and residential clients throughout New England. 

D|A is dedicated to creating environments that function efficiently and improve quality of life.

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