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Posted: August 26, 2014
25 Year Anniversary Q&A: Lenore Janis
Name: Lenore Janis
Title: President and Executive Director
Name of Company: Professional Women in Construction (PWC)
Years with Company: 34
Q: The approximate number of years you have been a subscriber and/or how the NYREJ has been a benefit to you and/or your business:
A: A quarter of a century - imagine that! You've given the real estate and AEC industries a tremendous boost through your pages - in print and now online - and you've certainly helped PWC (Professional Women in Construction). The PWC page is a wonderful showcase reminding readers of recent past events and letting them know what's next on the horizon. The annual salute to industry organizations is always a keeper - we have dog-eared copies in the office. Keep up the good work Jeff, Kristin, Kristine and the rest of the crew - you keep trumpeting us, and we'll gladly be your cheering squad! Bravissimo to NYREJ on turning 25!
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