How have your life experiences impacted who you are professionally? I chose to pursue many different experiences in quite a few different interesting locations prior to making a full commitment to a traditional role as an architect.
Who or what do you attribute to your success? It may sound like a cliché, but it is hard work. I started working when I was 16, at Burger King, and always had a job throughout high school and college.
Who or what do you attribute to your success? I attribute my success to the work ethic that my parents instilled in me. Sometimes it can be to your advantage if you aren’t the smartest or the most talented right
Who or what do you attribute to your success? I attribute my success to my positive attitude and my ability to pivot. I secured my first job in PR at the Neva Group doing PR for high tech startups following an informational interview.
What do you consider to be your greatest professional accomplishment in the past 12 months? This year, I became a certified passive house designer from the Passive House Institute – a credential that I have wanted
What do you consider to be your greatest professional accomplishment in the past 12 months? In the last year my network has grown exponentially through strategic positioning. My existing relations
What do you consider to be your greatest professional accomplishment in the past 12 months? When I was promoted to project manager would have to be my greatest accomplishment and being respected in a male dominated general contracting industry.
Who or what do you attribute to your success? Our managing principal, Josef Rettman, is always available to discuss strategy and ensure NEI is providing exceptional client service.
How have your life experiences impacted who you are professionally? Coming from a large family, my parents taught all seven of us how to enjoy life and that spending time with each other was an opportunity to grow, learn, and have simple fun.
What do you consider to be your greatest professional accomplishment in the past 12 months? My most recent, greatest professional accomplishment was being named director of estimating at the Haynes Group.