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Posted: June 27, 2023
IREON New Member Profile: Alex Lipsky
Name: Alex Lipsky
Title: Owner
Company: Lipsky Construction
Location: 814 Montauk Highway, Bayport, NY 11705
Birthplace: Islip, NY
Education: SUNY Oneonta, Adelphi University
First job: Divemaster – Boy Scouts of America
First job in real estate or allied field: Project manager – Lipsky Construction
What Year did you join IREON: 2023
What do you do now and what are you planning for the future? We are known regionally as a premier developer-focused commercial construction company, delivering exceptional results to our clients throughout the entire construction process. Our proactive approach to construction starts during the preconstruction phase and the benefits are realized with an expedited close out for a true turnkey operation. As we continue to grow, we are planning on expanding our incredible team of experts, while bringing in the latest technologies to add continued value to our growing list of great clients.
One fun fact about you is: I am a certified scuba diving instructor and training to become a professional ski instructor, so no matter the season you can find me outside!
Two words to describe your work environment: Proactive and collaborative.
Three things on your bucket list: Obtain my professional ski instructor certification, travel the world with my amazing family, and teaching my daughters how to scuba dive.
Favorite streaming series: “Succession”
Favorite movie: “Jurassic Park”
Favorite book: “Traction”
Favorite vacation destination: The Galapagos was incredible!!
If you could invite one person to dinner (living or dead, but NOT related to you) who would it be and where would you go? Robin Williams for a burger and fries.
Rules to live by in business: Maintain Integrity and collaborate through active communication
What is your DREAM job? (NOT your current job)? I used to teach scuba diving in the Florida Keys…it wasn’t terrible!
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