Loring Consulting Engineers achieves MBE status

Manhattan, NY Loring Consulting Engineers has been certified by the City of New York as a Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE), the firm announced this week.

Founded in Manhattan in 1956, the 200-plus member firm is among the largest and longest-standing building systems engineering design, commissioning, and energy services firms to achieve this designation in New York City. 

Throughout its nearly 70 years as a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering, Loring has been fueled by the belief that differences foster innovation, creativity, and a broad range of ideas, ultimately leading to better decision-making and business outcomes. With headquarters in New York City and currently operating out of nine additional offices throughout the eastern U.S., Canada and Jamaica, the firm has realized milestones both in employee and leadership representation: more than 56% of employees—and 54% of senior leadership—come from traditionally underrepresented minorities, including Black and Asian-Pacific Islander.

Loring CEO Oneil Gayle, a native Jamaican and 22-year veteran of the firm, sees MBE status as the formal achievement of Loring’s longstanding diversity representation at all levels of the organization. 

“I am so proud to be at the helm of Loring in this moment, and I don’t take for granted the heights I’ve been able to reach here. We will continue to exemplify our principle that fostering an environment of belonging for all is good business, and to do the excellent work Loring is known for—now with even greater opportunities to take the lead on critical projects that shape the lives of so many,” said Gayle.

“For Loring, MBE certification is a reflection of our continued commitment to hire the best talent wherever it exists and promote from within,” said Loring principal and executive committee member Steve Kenah.