Spotlights

Developing Long Island: Town of Babylon

At the Town of Babylon IDA, we are dedicated to fostering sustainable growth and economic development in our region. Our strategic plans focus on enhancing infrastructure, promoting business expansion, and creating opportunities for job growth and

Nominate someone for the 2024 Ones to Watch Industry Leaders Spotlight today!

We are now accepting nominations for our 2024 Ones to Watch: INDUSTRY LEADERS Spotlight. This annual spotlight will showcase ?accomplishments, challenges, advice and other key insights from individuals who are leading the way.

2024 Women in Construction: Megan Holz,
H2M architects + engineers

What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? Currently, I’m most proud of the Gold Coast Public Library project. It’s still under construction, but I’ve been involved in this project since the very beginning, and it

2024 Women in Construction: Jessica Chen,
Shawmut Design and Construction

What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? As Shawmut takes on larger, more complex projects, conceptual estimating and budgeting has become even more critical. I am so proud of the work I have done recently to accurately develop many

2024 Women in Construction: Lorraine Reidy,
Reidy Contracting Group

What is your favorite building in New York? The Chrysler Building holds a special place in my heart. Before founding RCG, my office overlooked it. From rural Ireland, where I saw the city in movies, to now looking at it over my desk, I sometimes had to pinch myself.

2024 Women in Construction:
Oly Nwankwo, Xeal

What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? The thing I like the best about being a woman in construction is the fresh perspective I can bring to standard operating procedures. Creating a feedback loop between various parties which leads to improved processes

2024 Women in Construction: Elly Leung,
Mark Design Studios

What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? Completing the Sewanhaka CHSD - Cosmetology Building. What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? Contributing a unique perspective and technical expertise in architecture

2024 Women in Construction: Gianna Avallone,
Wesbuilt Construction Managers

What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? Female AEC professionals are respected and appreciated. I grew up in a family of construction tradesmen and have experienced the industry and the satisfaction of completing projects early on.

2024 Women in Construction: Donna Scibetta, Champion Elevator

What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? 63 Wall Street. Undertaking the task of modernizing the elevators of such an illustrious address was not merely a project but a privilege. Elevators, being the veins of these towering structures, play a vital role

2024 Women in Construction: Joanna Aray, Wendel

What is your favorite building in New York? St. Patrick’s Cathedral has always been the one building that amazes me. It makes me feel strong and humble at the same time when looking at its architecture from across the street and then walking