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Boston – Finegold Alexander Architects recently announced four key leadership promotions at the firm.

Clair Colburn, AIA, LEED AP BD + C, LFA has been promoted to principal. The company’ s representatives say she has played a defining role in shaping the strategic direction of the firm while deepening several of Finegold Alexander’ s most important client relationships, and that she has cultivated and sustained longstanding partnerships with repeat clients, earning their trust through thoughtful guidance, exceptional service, and a commitment to excellence. She also leads the firm’ s mentoring program, fostering professional growth and development across all levels of

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the organization. Beyond her project work, she contributes to the profession through publications and speaking engagements.

Promoted to associate principal, Josephine Penta, AIA, LEED AP has been a driving force in advancing Finegold Alexander’ s technology and project

Arlington, MA – BW Kennedy & Co. recently announced the promotion of several team members.

Zachary Bogacz has been promoted to general superintendent. Representatives of BW Kennedy say that, since joining the firm in 2023, he has been instrumental in the successful planning and execution of projects across the company’ s portfolio and that, with more than 10 years of construction experience, he has consistently demonstrated strong leadership in the field, a commitment to safety, and an ability to build lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project teams. They add that, as general superintendent, Bogacz will provide leadership and oversight across multiple project teams while helping maintain the high standards that define BW Kennedy. He maintains a Massachusetts Construction Supervisor’ s License.

Stasha Greenalch has been promoted to senior project manager. The company’ s representatives say that, since joining the company in 2018 as an assistant project manager, Greenalch has played an integral role in the successful delivery of a wide range of projects, including life science, core & shell, and tenant fit-out work, and that her strong leadership, attention to detail, and commitment to client success have made her a valued member of the team. In her new role, Greenalch will continue leading projects from planning through completion while serving as a trusted partner to clients and project teams.

George Doherty has been promoted to senior superintendent. With more than 25 years of construction experience, representatives of BW Kennedy say Doherty has been a valued leader in the field since joining the firm 11 years ago, and that throughout his career, he has developed extensive expertise across a broad range of construction disciplines and has consistently demonstrated a commitment to quality, safety, and project success. As

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senior superintendent, he will continue providing field leadership, mentorship, and oversight to support the successful delivery of BW Kennedy’ s projects. Doherty holds a Massachusetts Construction Supervisor’ s License.

George Budri has been promoted to director of marketing. Since joining BW Kennedy in 2024, he has played a key role in elevating the company’ s brand presence, marketing strategy, and business development initiatives. Through multimedia content creation, digital campaigns, project storytelling, event marketing, and thought leadership efforts, he has helped strengthen BW Kennedy’ s visibility throughout the Greater Boston construction and life sciences markets. As director of marketing, Budri will continue leading marketing efforts while advancing strategic growth initiatives, AI-powered marketing solutions, digital workflows, and business development support.

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delivery capabilities. She championed the development and implementation of the firm’ s BIM platform and identified opportunities to expand its computational design expertise, including the addition of a coding specialist. Representatives of Finegold Alexander say these efforts have helped establish innovative workflows that continue to elevate efficiency and quality across all sectors. Penta also plays an important role in mentoring staff through the firm’ s onboarding program and BIM training. Beyond the firm, she is actively involved with Professional Women in Construction( PWC) and helps sustain Finegold Alexander’ s longstanding relationships with clients.

Newly appointed senior associate and design director, Özge Diler Himes, AIA has played a leading role in advancing design excellence across the firm. She was instrumental in developing Finegold

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Alexander’ s framework tool to provide a design process and philosophy across all of the company’ s projects, helping align the firm’ s work with broader strategic design goals. She has also helped strengthen the Finegold Alexander’ s educational and creative culture through initiatives such as Design Digest and the creation of FA Academy, which provides weekly ongoing professional development opportunities for all members of the firm. In addition, Ozge continues to expand Finegold Alexander’ s reach through business development efforts in both Boston and Philadelphia while remaining actively engaged in industry organizations, including the Urban Land Institute( ULI).

Connor Byrne, AIA has been promoted to associate. The firm’ s representatives say he is recognized for his technical expertise, collaborative spirit, and commitment to supporting colleagues across the firm, and that, as an important member of Finegold Alexander’ s Production Team, he helps advance the quality and consistency of project documentation while serving as a mentor in construction detailing and BIM implementation. He has built strong relationships with clients and project partners through his work on projects including the Gladstone Elementary School in Cranston, R. I.

Building, a better way

These promotions reflect the dedication, expertise, and leadership our team members bring to every project.

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