Suffolk Const. executive VP Steimle wins prestigious Pinnacle award

Kimberly Steimle, executive vice president of Marketing, Business Development & Community Relations at Suffolk Construction Company, Inc., was honored as a 2008 Pinnacle Award recipient. The prestigious award is given annually by the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce to recognize women who have made outstanding achievements in the business community through strong corporate leadership and a commitment to making a difference in their field. Steimle has played a significant role in helping to plan and implement business strategy for Suffolk, the most successful general contractor in New England. Her innovative and targeted marketing initiatives have significantly strengthened Suffolk's brand nationwide and positioned the company as a construction industry leader. Steimle's leadership around Suffolk's community outreach programs has solidified the company's reputation as a leading philanthropic organization. She has helped local philanthropist Jack Connors and Suffolk CEO John Fish manage the implementation of the Archdiocese 2010 Initiative, which is focused on strengthening Catholic school education in Brockton and Dorchester through curriculum, technology, physical space and resources. "This year's honorees exemplify excellence in their respective fields and their commitment to the region's civic community is nothing short of remarkable," said Paul Guzzi, president and CEO of the Greater Boston Chamber. "Each recipient is an inspiration to women aspiring to lead in business, government, academia, and media." Steimle joined seven other recipients at the Pinnacle awards gala on January 24th, at the Westin Boston Waterfront hotel.