DiCicco, Gulman & Company is proud to announce that four Managers, include CREW Boston member Kara Cefalo, have been promoted to Principal. “These promotions are recognition of the significant contributions they have made, and their commitment to our clients, the firm and the community,” said Cheryl M. Burke, Partner and Chief Operating Officer at DGC. “Our new Principals are integral to the continued growth of the firm, and we congratulate them on their new roles.” To learn more about DGC's new Principal Kara Cefalo and her areas of focus, visit https://www.dgccpa.com/team/kara-cefalo/

The Jewish Community Housing for the Elderly (JCHE) was recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) as the first multifamily housing partner to achieve their energy saving goals at the Better Buildings Summit May 15-17, 2017. The award, presented by Maria Vargas, Director of the Better Buildings Challenge, U.S. DOE, recognizes organizations dedicated to improving energy efficiency in their buildings portfolio-wide by 20 percent over ten years. JCHE achieved a utility savings of 24 percent and $167,500 across its portfolio of six properties since joining the Challenge in 2012.

Christine McVay recently joined the Boston Office of Stantec's Consulting Services. In her role as Senior Project Manager, Christine will lead the team's Article 80 filings for private and institutional development projects in the City of Boston, and add to the depth of the team's permitting and planning experience. The first project Christine will manage is the Exchange South End project that will integrate the character and creative culture of the South End with a 1.6 million square foot, vibrant life science and tech community, connected by local retail, new bike trails and dynamic public spaces that will become a neighborhood destination. Feel free to reach our to Christine if you would like to learn more about her new position or what services Stantec may be able to provide to you or your clients. Visit www.stantec.com to learn more about the interdisciplinary consulting and design firm.

RBLA Design LLC has been certified by the Commonwealth's Operational Services Division Supplier Diversity Office as both a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Women-owned Business Enterprise (WBE). This will primarily benefit our multi-family housing clients at this time, but we look forward to exploring additional opportunities through MassDOT and DCAMM. RBLA Design LLC provides Site Planning, Landscape Architecture, Due Diligence Research, and Environmental Permitting Services.

Diane Danielson with SVN International Corp authored an article on 6 millennial trends that are changing the face of our cities that was shared on CREW Network's "News You Can Use" for March 2017. Check it out at https://crewnetwork.org/six-millennial-trends-changing-the-face-of-our-cities.aspx

On March 16, Mintz Levin partner Susan Phillips will be speaking at an open CREW Tucson Luncheon on "Strategies for Developing Contaminated Properties." The invitation to speak resulted from connections made at the 2016 CREW Convention.

Michelle Apigian with ICON Architecture authored an article on energy efficient building design that was shared on CREW Network's "News You Can Use" for February 2017. Check it out at https://crewnetwork.org/building-for-the-future-creating-real-value.aspx

Cambridge Savings Bank announced the appointment of Christine L. Flaherty as Vice President and Commercial Real Estate Loan Officer. Flaherty will be responsible for developing new commercial relationships and deal origination of commercial and construction real estate loans within the bank’s targeted market. She comes to Cambridge Savings Bank with over 20 years of experience in commercial banking, most recently as vice president at Boston Private.

Rich May, P.C. is pleased to announce that Danielle Justo has been promoted to Shareholder. Dani will continue her commercial real estate and estate planning practice. Rich May, P.C., a law firm in Boston, concentrates its practice on corporate, financial, civil litigation, energy, real estate, entertainment and wealth planning matters.

Sanborn, Head & Associates, Inc. (Sanborn Head) is proud to announce the promotion of Tricia Pinto, P.E. of North Chelmsford, Mass. “Congratulations are in order,” said President and Chief Operating Officer Barret Cole. “Tricia has contributed to moving Sanborn Head forward and we would like to recognize her for her efforts.” Tricia Pinto, P.E., has been promoted to Senior Vice President. Tricia is the leader of the Developer Client Service Area at Sanborn Head and serves on the firm’s Board of Directors. Under her leadership, the Developer team has seen significant growth in business over the past two years. She is also actively involved with the business community and several industry associations. “Tricia’s leadership is defined by sincerity, integrity and a commitment to the greater good philosophy,” mentioned Cole. Please join us in congratulating Tricia on her accomplishments and well deserved advancement.