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Public Works, Private Projects Provide Stability
Skanska’s crews are leaving an imprint across Boston, and now they have a new general manager: longtime Skanska veteran Abu Bhargava.
Growing the Workforce by Growing Others’ Businesses
Joe Rettman and NEI General Contracting are helping subcontractors grow in their bid to relieve the pressure on the Massachusetts’ construction labor market.
They’ve Got the Power in the Suburban Flex Market
When biotech startups are ready to graduate from incubators, a frequent destination is Cummings Properties’ 11 million square-foot portfolio in Boston’s northern suburbs.
A First Look Before You Lease
Workplace environments can make or break a leasing decision. At JLL, it’s Zoe Benson’s job to help tenants across the Northeast understand their options.
How KeyBank Wants to Compete in Mass.
After taking a break from working at large banks, Mark Williams is joining KeyBank to lead the Ohio-based regional bank’s New England business banking efforts.
BankChain Alliance Aims to Streamline Bank Operations
The American banking industry is ganging up to build its own blockchain and put banks back in control of their technology and growth.
HYM Finds New Opportunities in the ’Burbs
HYM made its name tackling complex urban projects like Bulfinch Crossing. But the financing environment now points it to Boston’s suburbs, Chief Investment Officer Doug Manz says.
Cutting Through Red Tape on Green Buildings
When developers want straight talk about how to comply with an increasingly bewildering thicket of green building regulations, many turn to Chris Schaffner.
A Bet on Independent Brokerage
As larger residential brokerages eat up their smaller competition across the country, Brian Pothier and his colleagues on the LuxRECapeCod team are striking out on their own.
Bringing Clarity to Deposit Volatility
Deposits have become a lot more volatile, and bankers need a better way to understand these liabilities, argue Justin Bakst and Billy Guthrie of Darling Consulting Group.
Protecting Boston’s Buildings from a Hidden Hazard
Christian Simonelli leads the Boston Groundwater Trust, an independent nonprofit that has a key hand in major construction projects in iconic neighborhoods like the Back Bay
Condo Tower Fills a Gap on the Greenway
Long before office-to-residential conversions became a hot topic, Curtis Kemeny was showing developers how to maximize opportunities.
Under the Hood of PeoplesBank’s Innovation Engine
PeoplesBank is not looking to be your average community bank, says Chief Operating Officer Aleda DeMaria. She’s charged with leading to digital innovations to make that happen.
What It Takes to Build with Faith
Nonprofit developer Bill Grogan is an expert in working with faith groups to build housing on their land, something the state could legalize this summer with “YIGBY” legislation.
The Sky’s the Limit for UniBank’s Marketing
From traditional billboards to attention-grabbing actions like gas giveaways and flying a banner over World Cup games in Foxboro, Keith Lippert is on the hunt for high-impact ways to market UniBank.
Pennrose’s Playbook Blends Preservation and Housing Production
Karmen Cheung is leading affordable housing developer Penrose’s efforts to raise its profile Greater Boston, with at least four mid-sized and one large projects in its pipeline.
Rebutting Anti-Housing Narratives with Data
After playing a key role authoring the 2024 Massachusetts’ Affordable Homes Act, Eric Shupin is returning to an advocacy role as CEO of CHAPA.
Cementing Sales Through Celebrity Connections
Michael Carucci has $160 million worth of residential real estate listings queued up to sell in his new role with Serhant, the New York City luxury brokerage made famous by Netflix that’s expanding in Boston.
Stepping Up Once Again
Jim Petkewich started 2024 as the EVP and COO of St. Mary’s Credit Union, then served as interim president and CEO until the credit union hired Grace Lee. Now he’s back in the CEO seat after less than a year
Connections Open Doors to Development Deals
A troubled renovation project prompted Josué Velney to learn construction management skills. But it was making connections with major industry players that sent his development career into a higher gear.
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