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Posted: November 22, 2022
Ones to Watch Fall 2022: Gianfranco Pietrantoni, SWBR
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SWBR
What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
Our recent work with Teen Empowerment is one project that I believe envisions our mission statement here at SWBR and will impact the community in a big way. Teen Empowerment employs, trains, and empowers youth to organize and use their voices to create peace, equity, and justice in their communities. This aligns not only with my personal values but also our values as a company of positively impacting lives.
Tell us about a mentor or role model that has influenced your career choices?
I am fortunate enough to work with a team of people who have all mentored me since I was hired as an intern in 2015. Michael Brown has been very influential in my career as a friend and has always guided me in my endeavor to become a architect.
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