Spotlights

2024 Women in Construction: Megan Fitzgerald, Vantage Builders, Inc.

What is your favorite / most beneficial part of Women in Construction week? Each Women in Construction week I really enjoy reading what the other women in this industry have to say. I find it very rewarding to hear other people’s stories about how and why

2024 Women in Construction: Sarah Lombard, Vivo Architecture, Inc.

What has been the driving force behind your success in the AEC industry? Personal motivation and true passion for the architectural and construction industry are the main driving forces behind my success. I am incredibly focused on my career, personal development, and

2024 Women in Construction: Christina Cimino, Dennis J. Swart Architecture, PC

Who or what inspired you to join the AEC industry? I was inspired to join the AEC industry by the example of my grandfather who was a civil engineer for many years. His influence led me to take engineering and architecture courses in high school. It was during this

2024 Women in Construction: Deven Riley-Marini, Dennis J. Swart Architecture, PC

Who or what inspired you to join the AEC industry? Growing up in a family with many relatives in the trades I spent much of my childhood on jobsites. I enjoyed seeing things come together that my family had helped create and I thought it would be a rewarding career

2024 Women in Construction: Elizabeth Newton, AmConCorp

Who or what inspired you to join the AEC industry? My high school engineering teacher, Mr. G, inspired me to join the AEC industry. After he saw my initial draw to the engineering world, he encouraged me to continue with his courses and eventually to attend Clarkson University

2024 Women in Construction: Elena Crupi, AmConCorp

What has been the driving force behind your success in the AEC industry? I am very fortunate to have worked with some amazing women who I not only look to as mentors but who have turned into lifelong friends. They were pivotal when it came to learning how to navigate

2024 Women in Construction: Jenna Ferretti, AmConCorp

What has been the driving force behind your success in the AEC industry? One of the main driving forces behind my success in the AEC industry has without a doubt been the mentors that have taken the time to show me the way throughout my journey. Since the beginning of my career,

2024 Women in Construction: Kara Cronin, AmConCorp

What is your favorite / most beneficial part of Women in Construction week? My favorite and most rewarding part of Women in Construction week this year was moderating the panel discussion which focused on the career journey of women in the AEC industry. It was enlightening

2024 Women in Construction: Ariela Zhang, TSKP STUDIO

What are your goals for the future? My foremost goal is continuous learning and growth within the profession. Through experiences like Betances School, I aim to deepen my knowledge and skills, ultimately preparing myself to become a solid architect who can tackle

2024 Women in Construction: Ozlem Caglar Tombus, TSKP STUDIO

What are your goals for the future? My future goals revolve around contributing to a sustainable and thoughtful built environment that caters to the needs of present and future generations. I am committed to integrating sustainability into every aspect of my work within the