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

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A study by Boston Consulting Group found that firms led by diverse management teams see higher revenues. 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. Wilson & Co.

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Top 25 Finalists for Ivory Innovations' Housing Affordability Prize

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In the Finance category, finalists include organizations focused on construction financing, shared-equity models, and renter programs that support increased savings and equity. Four MINTs now operate in Boston, Fresno, KC, and Tulsa. Public Policy and Regulatory Reform Black Homeownership Collaborative | Washington D.C.

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FEATURE STORY: Thailand — Nuanced Nation, One-Stop Shop

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The country’s open concept investment policy offers no restrictions on foreign currency remittances, no export requirement, no foreign equity restrictions in the manufacturing sector and no local content requirement. Foreign owned and Thai owned companies receive the same treatment,” Pattanapanchai says. “In

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40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2021

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Ahmad ElMani , KEO International Consultants. She’s part of various internal groups within the organization, including the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee, and notably a board member on both the Connecting Women and Building PRIDE affinity groups. . Dwayne Jeffery , Howard S. Wright (a Balfour Beatty Company).

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40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2022

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She provided metrics and reporting to owners, team leaders, trade partners, and design consultants. Maribel functions closely with the entire team—including owners, consultants, and contractors—to maximize project results. Boston, MA. Ariana is one of the most highly trained engineers in our northern California office. “She

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State by State Incentives Guide

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AZ Fast Grant: Up to $7,500 grant to pay for consulting services to advance Arizona-based technology companies. Human Resource consulting on Arizona’s labor laws. This program allows an approved business to offer an income tax credit to investors purchasing an equity investment in the business. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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Companies must be less than 5-years old; have an annual payroll between $100,000 and $1 million; show proof of an equity investment of at least $250,000; pay at least 150 percent of the lesser of the state or county average hourly wage where the business is located; and meet requisite payroll thresholds. Employees must be Arkansas taxpayers.

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