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2017 Women in Building Services: Stacie Alexiou, WATT + FLUX An LED Inspire Company
October 17, 2017
What trends are you seeing so far this year?
Private owners are pursuing building efficiency at a higher rate as they are seeing the high yield in savings that is difficult to attain in other building capital expenditure projects. We are seeing more building owners utilize the positioning and savings of LED conversion projects to offset much needed mechanical upgrade projects such as boiler and AC repairs that have far longer payback cycles.
2017 Women in Building Services: Shari Leventhal, Langan
October 17, 2017
How do you play your strengths to your advantage in your career?
I use my excellent communication skills to develop relationships with peers and clients. Clients enjoy working with me because I can effectively convey any issues that may arise and propose a resolution. My calm and clear-headed approach to speaking with clients gives them confidence that our team can tackle any challenges that come our way.
2017 Women in Building Services: Sara Ngan, FXFOWLE
October 17, 2017
What trends are you seeing so far this year?
I am seeing more cultural and institutional projects and less opportunities in the luxury residential market. The luxury residential market seems to be more cautious at the moment, yet mid-market rate units are doing very well.
What do you do for fun?
I love cooking and baking for family and friends. There’s nothing like enjoying a great meal with people you care about.
2017 Women in Building Services: Erin Anthony, AKF Group
October 17, 2017
What trends are you seeing so far this year?
Landlords have been evaluating capital infrastructure improvement projects and benchmarking the existing conditions of their properties. Within office tenant projects, bench style or hoteling type workstations have been popular, and commercial tenants are looking at properties in Brooklyn and Queens. Landlords are attracting food halls as an extension of the popularity of food trucks and high-end restaurants to their retail spaces throughout New York City.
2017 Women in Building Services: Lisa Bauerle, MKDA
October 17, 2017
How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career?
I am grateful that in my career I have had very few obstacles that prevented me from designing to my best ability or reaching a desired position. One that does come to mind is being underestimated by my colleagues and bosses. I confronted this with a strong work ethic and plenty of self-confidence. Gaining trust from both my colleagues and clients is always rewarding for me.
2017 Women in Building Services: Wendi Shafran, FXFOWLE
October 17, 2017
How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career?
Earlier in my career, I was asked to attend a meeting in place of a more senior colleague who was unexpectedly unavailable. Recognizing my inexperience with the subject matter, I quickly immersed myself in a lot of related material, carefully considering the multiple points of view. By creatively using the knowledge I had acquired, I was able to bring resolution to a complex and time sensitive issue.
2017 Women in Building Services: Cathy Hoffman, Atlantic Westchester, Inc.
October 17, 2017
How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career?
I knew I was entering a male-dominated industry, but growing up with four older brothers, and in a neighborhood full of boys, I pushed to excel and prove to everyone that women can work hard and play hard too.
2017 Women in Building Services: Kristen Gizzi, ECCO Development LLC
October 17, 2017
How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career?
I have faced many obstacles, each one unique and at different points within my career. One cannot look at an impediment as a reflection on themselves. You cannot let your self-confidence be impacted by any obstacle…
2017 Women in Building Services: Angela Rella, ACC Real Estate Services, Inc.
October 17, 2017
What trends are you seeing so far this year?
Thankfully, the New York/Long Island economy is doing very well this year. Sales are up! Construction is booming, especially on Long Island. Owners are buying more and can afford to pay for professional property management…
2017 Women in Building Services: Deborah Rashti, EMS Restoration
October 17, 2017
How do you play your strengths to your advantage in your career?
My strengths are the years of experience that I have in the restoration business. There is a lot to learn and there is nothing like hands on learning. I also have been attending industry functions for many years and have developed a strong network of professionals that…
2017 Women in Building Services: Christine Belson, KM Associates of New York, Inc.
October 17, 2017
How do you play your strengths to your advantage in your career?
I think one of my strengths is that I am a people person. Part of my role includes human resource management, and in order to be effective in that arena you really have to like and understand people and their motivations…
2017 Women in Building Services: Ksenia Tretiakova, Leslie E. Robertson Associates
October 17, 2017
How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career?
I’ve navigated through obstacles in my career in two ways—determination and self-reflection. I think it’s important to maintain a positive and forward-looking attitude, especially when dealing with obstacles, and to apply a healthy dose of self-examination…
2017 Women in Building Services: Michele Rogers, Langan
October 17, 2017
How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career?
Over the course of my nine-year career, I’ve found that the best first step when navigating obstacles is stopping for a beat to assess the situation from multiple angles. Taking time to think through an obstacle allows me to come up with a list of potential solutions and…
2017 Women in Building Services: Katie Perloski, Trace Pool Design, A Division of Lothrop Associates...
October 17, 2017
What trends are you seeing so far this year?
A major trend in the pool market is the inclusion of amenity spaces with swimming pools such as lap pools, whirlpool spas, mineral pools, cold plunge pools, doggie pools, spray pads, steam and saunas, hammams, water features: waterfalls, water tables, water fountains, and sculptural features…
2017 Women in Building Services: Jessica Vail, The Falcon Group
October 17, 2017
How have you navigated obstacles to achieve success in your career?
I have faced many challenges throughout the course of my career and the most important thing I have learned is that no matter what happens, you always have a choice. You might not have the ability to immediately change a situation or circumstance, but…