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Posted: March 26, 2024
2024 Women in Construction: Karen Regan, W.J. Regan & Company, LLC
Managing Partner
W.J. Regan & Company, LLC
“I would like to nominate Karen Regan for the 2024 WIC Spotlight. Karen is an effective leader at WJ Regan and has grown the company with her experience and determination. As a WBE Karen expanded WJR’s visibility and opportunities in the competitive NYC market and continues to bring new ideas for growth.” - Lori Donnelly, VP Administration at W.J. Regan & Company, LLC.
What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? I enjoy the AEC industry overall because of the daily challenges that are overcome. I am able to build and see the amazing transformation of NYC spaces and the talented people I encounter and get to work with every day.
What is your favorite building in New York? My favorite building in NYC is the Empire State Building. It is such an iconic building and an integral part of the NYC skyline. I love the changing colors each day and it was featured in one of my favorite movies, “Sleepless in Seattle.”
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