Spotlights
2023 Women in Construction: Amy Fahey, Colantonio Inc.
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? My greatest professional achievement over the past year has been to implement a successful public relations campaign with a terrific publicist. We have increased our firm’s visibility and credibility through2023 Women in Construction: Kimberly Joyce, Colantonio Inc.
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? When I was young, I was fascinated by buildings and how things go together. I spent a lot of time as a kid helping my father fix things and working with tools. I built toys and puzzles and bookcases.2023 Women in Construction: Karen Vecchione, Colantonio Inc.
How are you involved in community organizations and/or charities? I am the lead volunteer for the MA National Guard Family Programs, where we help military families who struggle with financial, transportation and home maintenance issues. We help them take advantage of all the benefits and resources available to them.2023 Women in Construction: Kylie Williams, Colantonio Inc.
What tips or advice would you offer to other women who are considering entering the construction industry? I love this question because there are so many wonderful things about construction and about being a woman in it. Historically, it was seen as a “man’s business”, and some of the old guard still feel this way.2023 Women in Construction: Leah Stanton, Weston & Sampson
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? I love solving our clients’ most complicated water treatment projects, and the one I’m most proud of is the recent upgrade to the Peabody water treatment plant.
2023 Women in Construction: Brittany Danikas, Weston & Sampson
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? I became interested in the AEC industry because I felt I needed a change and felt that my background in legal, ethics, and compliance could translate to the AEC industry. Beginning as an administrative assistant, I used my skills and combined them with the new information I was being taught.
2023 Women in Construction: Courtney Sullivan, Weston & Sampson
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? I grew up in construction. My dad owns and operates a residential construction company. He takes pride in his craft and is the hardest working person I know. Although our jobs are different, he is the epitome of leading by example.
2023 Women in Construction: Carolyn Richardi, Weston & Sampson
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? My greatest professional achievement would be managing my different roles within the company while continuing to grow. I started two years ago with my Grade 4 Wastewater Operator license.
2023 Women in Construction: Marianna Coombs, Weston & Sampson
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? I’ve always been interested in math and science, and I knew as a kid that whatever career path I chose would include those subjects.
2023 Women in Construction: Lee McLaughlin, Weston & Sampson
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? I would say my greatest professional achievement is reaching OSHA VPP Star Status at Naval Air Station Jacksonville (JAX) from my days with the U.S. Navy.