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From the Desk of Mike Moss, President of SCUP
SCUP is pursuing a bold vision for the future where planners unite across disciplines to tackle what’s ahead in order to advance higher education. There is simply no better way to put that practice into action than gathering the SCUP community together in person. After all, in order to sustain, we must plan together. The […]
Volunteer with Career Collaborative
This article originally appeared on SMPS Boston’s website. by Doreen Bennett Are You Looking for a Meaningful and Fun Volunteer Opportunity That Can Have a Positive Impact on Someone’s Life? If so, then consider becoming a volunteer at Career Collaborative! Career Collaborative works with adults between the ages of 19 and 55 in the Greater Boston area who are […]
U.S. Department of Labor Implements New Overtime Rule & Increases Salary Threshold for FLSA Exemptions
by Michelle De Oliveira The U.S. Department of Labor’s updated overtime rule and increase of salary thresholds for qualifying exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) are here, effective as of January 1, 2020. On Sept. 24, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced its final rule, updating the salary thresholds necessary for […]
The Best Project Is (Sometimes) the One You Don’t Win
This article originally appeared on SMPS Boston’s website. by Ken Lambert I think that anyone that has been around longer than five years in the AEC community has walked past a half-complete project or heard some tantalizing rumor and thought to themselves, “Wow, I’m glad we lost that project!” While it’s unrealistic to think that […]
SMPS Boston Hosts 2020 Holiday Party and Clothing Drive
This article originally appeared on SMPS Boston’s website. by Kelly Brolin On Jan. 16, ninety SMPS Boston members and other AEC Marketing professionals gathered together for the 2020 SMPS Holiday Party at Game On! in Fenway. Attendees mingled and networked over rounds of ping pong and other games throughout the venue, entered drawings for exciting […]
Encourage Jobs in the Trades
by Michael McDonagh When reading news about development in Boston and the surrounding region, you are left with the impression that all the construction happening is in new construction. Take a walk around Boston or take a drive up and down Route 128 and see for yourself: New construction is everywhere. Let’s see what happens […]
The Renovation of the Historic Foster’s Daily Democrat
by Katie Sweet Dover, NH – The Foster’s Daily Democrat building, a fixture of downtown Dover for over 100 years before its closing in 2006, has a new lease on life through the efforts of Hellenic Realty Partners. In its latest incarnation, Foster’s Place features modern apartments, as well as commercial and restaurant space that preserve […]
A/E/C Trade Show Marketing: 12 Tips to Maximize Your Firm’s ROI
This article originally appeared on SMPS Boston’s website. by Tim Asimos Industry trade shows and conferences are staples in the A/E/C marketing mix, and typically represent a large line item in a firm’s marketing budget. With all the time and resources that go into trade show participation, ensuring your firm maximizes the investment is essential. […]
Revitalizing Historic Buildings: Merging Old and New
by Josye Utick Dormant manufacturing sites, derelict buildings, and warehouse complexes are not a foregone conclusion to a community but instead, are untapped springs for neighborhood revival. As members of the design and construction community, we have powerful tools to revive the continuum of history by transforming once-neglected historic structures back into impactful, aesthetically pleasing, […]
National Cannabis Industry Association: Creating Opportunities for Facilities Design in Legal Cannabis Markets
by Morgan Fox In the last several years, few industries have witnessed the type of growth and maturation as the legal cannabis industry. Changes in state laws and public perception have allowed the regulated industry to evolve at an unprecedented rate, and new innovations and opportunities are being created every day that are attracting entrepreneurs […]
