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Spotlights
2023 Women in CRE: Lindsay Pacuska, NV5
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am most proud of the younger staff that I have recently mentored. I watched them ask questions, expand their knowledge, become more confident, and in turn, gain more independence with responsibilities. I hope that I am providing them with a strong base upon which2023 Women in CRE: Maureen Rystrom, J. Calnan & Associates, Inc
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? When women in the AEC industry choose a firm for their careers, they should consider these key factors: • Values Alignment: Ensure the company’s values align with personal ones, forming a strong career foundation.
2023 Women in CRE: Megan Kukal Sabourin, J. Calnan & Associates, Inc
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m particularly proud of the progress we’ve made at 245 5th Ave. – a 245,000 s/f ground-up lab building. Each milestone achieved there represents the dedication and hard work we’ve put into the project.
2023 Women in CRE: Chelsie Gilbert, J. Calnan & Associates, Inc
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? When women in my industry are selecting a firm to build their careers, they should prioritize factors such as the company’s approach to measuring and fostering growth.
2023 Women in CRE: Catherine West, 43 West, Inc.
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? We each have the power to make a difference, create change, and improve our communities. Selecting a professional home that supports and aligns with your values, goals, and culture is critical.
2023 Women in CRE: Kirsten Kenney, Hinckley Allen
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? Being a lawyer is something you learn on the job – one of the most important factors to consider when choosing a firm is the firm’s commitment to mentorship.
2023 Women in CRE: Kayleigh Reilly, Colliers | New Hampshire
What are the most important factors women in your industry should consider when choosing a firm to build their career with? Being a lawyer is something you learn on the job – one of the most important factors to consider when choosing a firm is the firm’s commitment to mentorship.
2023 Women in CRE: Ipsitha Bayapu, Northstar Project & Real Estate Services
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am managing a multi-year lab renovation project that is driven by life science stakeholders. While we are only halfway through the execution, I am most proud of the collaborative environment the team maintains.
2023 Women in CRE: Kristen Konieczny, Cresa Boston
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? I’ve made some major transitions in the last year, taking on a new position leading Cresa’s consulting team and becoming a new parent. I’m proud of the way I’ve managed these simultaneous milestones, and that I’m showing up consistently for both my family and my clients.
2023 Women in CRE: Colleen Fonseca, Builders of Color Coalition
What recent project, transaction, or accomplishment are you most proud of? In the spring of 2023, we announced the launch of a two-year research and analytics study, the call-to-action today for 10 - 12 developers of color to form a taskforce, the hiring of a research manager to oversee it all.