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2023 Women in Construction: Emily Rothschild, NeighborWorks Housing Solutions
March 31, 2023
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? I entered the AEC industry 36 years ago wanting to make a concrete difference for people who were struggling economically. As a young community advocate, I was trying to help people on the verge of homelessness
2023 Women in Construction: Luiza Mills, Interstate Electrical Services Corp.
March 31, 2023
What tips or advice would you offer to other women who are considering entering the construction industry? Women continue to be empowered with career choices today, and a career in the trades offers vast opportunities.
2023 Women in Construction: Meghan Hennessey, Windover Construction
March 31, 2023
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? What drew me to general construction, as opposed to a specialty, is the variety of systems, conditions, and client needs we come across on each project. No two projects are the same – each has its own unique challenges
2023 Women in Construction: Molly Gates, J. Calnan Associates
March 31, 2023
What tips or advice would you offer to other women who are considering entering the construction industry? The best tool in your bag is confidence. Be confident in yourself, in your decisions, and in your ability to do the best job possible.
2023 Women in Construction: Susan Knack-Brown, Simpson Gumpertz & Heger
March 31, 2023
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? We are nearing the completion of a $100 million restoration of The Mother Church at The First Church of Christ Scientist (TFCCS) in Boston. I began working at TFCCS in 2004 as a junior project manager conducting initial assessments.
2023 Women in Construction: Laureen Poulakis, Brennan Consulting Inc.
March 31, 2023
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? It’s been a continued period of growth for Brennan Consulting, one of Boston’s youngest WBE firms. The past few years saw considerable advancements in market sectors, client base, and an already robust portfolio to include many of the region’s top performers.
2023 Women in Construction: Luisa Sheahan, Bowdoin Construction
March 31, 2023
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? I started my career in a retail brand’s interiors division and fell in love with construction. From day-to-day, job to job, things are always changing, keeping me interested and wanting to learn.
2023 Women in Construction: Kimberley Rinaldi, Brennan Consulting Inc.
March 31, 2023
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? Unlocking new skillsets and growth under the leadership of Laureen Poulakis, president of Brennan, have defined the past 12 months for me professionally.
2023 Women in Construction: Susan Shelby, Rhino PR
March 31, 2023
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? I was recently invited to speak on a podcast for the very first time. I have presented at many conferences and on webinars, but had never done a podcast.
2023 Women in Construction: Kat Howland, Jewett Construction
March 31, 2023
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? Jewett Construction launched an industry-leading internship program in the summer of 2022 and it was a massive success for men and women looking to break into
2023 Women in Construction: Kristen Cornell, Vantage Builders
March 31, 2023
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? I decided to seek a career in the AEC industry because it is far from mundane and it is very goal-oriented. Every project is different, which keeps the work interesting, and you can always build on your past successes and experiences.
2023 Women in Construction: Claudia Rocca, Jewett Construction
March 31, 2023
What tips or advice would you offer to other women who are considering entering the construction industry? Follow your heart, take on a career that makes you feel good, the journey is exciting! Construction can be rewarding & successful, “If you think you’re too small to make a difference,
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