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40 Under 40 Class of 2023 winner Kimberly Dowdell inaugurated as AIA 2024 President

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Architects Movers+Shapers Women in Design+Construction The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has announced the inauguration of Kimberly Dowdell , AIA, NOMAC, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, as its 100th president. Dowdell holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University and a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University.

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Why Belonging Matters in Construction

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Over the last few years, many architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) companies have started to take a serious look at diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives. Firms work so hard to attract diverse talent, they often forget it’s essential to foster an environment of real inclusion.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Maggie Farrell, Diversity & HR Manager at S. M. Wilson & Co.

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For these reasons (and so much more), construction businesses must focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and ensure that every employee feels included and represented. is a full-service construction management, design/build, and general contracting firm. Maggie Farrell , Diversity & HR Manager at S. Wilson & Co.

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The Future of Social Justice in the Workplace

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As transparency and social justice remain growing priorities for businesses, it’s important for companies to consider how they’re addressing equity in the workplace. In 2019, the International Living Future Institute released JUST 2.0 —the Just like in our built environment, health and well-being is now a much larger priority.

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Representation Matters in Construction: New Media Library Amplifies Industry Diversity 

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Many people can relate to feeling unwelcome in an environment when they don’t see themselves represented. These feelings stem from recognizing that this environment may not be open or accessible.? ? . Other companies and associations from the design, engineering, and building industry are invited and encouraged to contribute images.

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The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: A Pivotal Moment for Water Public-Private Partnerships in the United States

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Projects set to directly benefit economically disadvantaged communities are given priority — a clear alignment with the objectives of the USACE Civil Works Private Partnerships Pilot Program, initiated by USACE in 2019 to accelerate the delivery of civil works projects by leveraging the efficiencies and innovation of P3s. [7]

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Fall Conferences 2019: Top Takeaways

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Not everyone knows how to quantify employee experience yet, but we can expect it’ll be a rising topic of conversation alongside (and within) dominant discussions around designing for occupant health and wellness. #2: 2: The financial value of a healthy and productive built environment is big—and can be quantified.