SMMA Announces 11 New Promotions
SMMA last week announced 11 new promotions, including five new Senior Associates and six new Associates. The promoted group is drawn from a wide range of services within SMMA including architecture, engineering, graphic design, interior design, and project management. Christine Fleming, Director of Human Resources, confirmed the promotions at an all-hands meeting. Abe Brahmachari, Project Management Lucas
SMMA Announces New Board Member and New Vice President
(Left to right: Andy Oldeman, Nick Koulbanis) SMMA is pleased to announce the promotions of Andy Oldeman, PE to the firm’s Board of Directors and Nick Koulbanis, AIA to Vice President. Oldeman, a mechanical engineer and Senior Vice President, joined SMMA in 2002. He has served as SMMA’s Director of Engineering since 2008, leading some of
Three High School Seniors Earn Scholarship Funds Through SMMA
SMMA has given a combined $5,250 in scholarships to three high school seniors as part of the annual SMMA Fund. The three recipients graduated this year from Massachusetts high schools, and will be attending college this fall. The 2024 Fund recipients stood out for their academic achievements and leadership both inside and outside of school.
Elliott and Black Announced as New SMMA Shareholders
From Left: Paul Elliott, Brian Black SMMA announced earlier this month two new shareholders at the firm: plumbing and fire protection engineer Paul Elliott, and senior project designer Brian Black. The announcement was made by CEO and President Ara Krafian, honoring an SMMA tradition of welcoming new shareholders in January of each year. “We are
Darling and McCormack Announced as Principals at SMMA
SMMA has announced two promotions to the role of principal: architect and Design Technology Manager Dave Darling, and Director of Administration Heather McCormack. CEO Ara Krafian announced the promotions last week at a company all-hands meeting. An architect by training, Darling joined SMMA in 2010 and now leads the firm’s Design Technology practice. “Dave has
Christine Fleming Joins SMMA as Director of Human Resources
SMMA is pleased to announce the appointment of Christine Fleming as the firm’s new Director of Human Resources. Christine joins SMMA with over 15 years’ experience in HR management for professional service firms, creative agencies, and high-growth companies in Massachusetts. “I’ve been fortunate to be working in HR during a time when the focus of
SMMA’s Integrated Internship Program Wraps Up with Final Project Presentations
Ten interns completed SMMA’s summer-long Integrated Internship Program earlier this month, wrapping up by presenting their final design project to an audience of leaders from SMMA and development firm Berkeley Investments. The interns were given the complex challenge of evaluating and reimagining an international resort. The team researched existing conditions as well as marketing, cultural,
SMMA Announces New Promotions to Associate and Senior Associate
From top L-R: Chase Gibson, Shahe Nalbandian, Sarah Sopelak, Daniel Clasby, Emily Ehlers, Marisa Fryer, Kelly Sanborn, Ronald Wassmer SMMA has announced eight new promotions, including three new Senior Associates and five new Associates. The promoted group is drawn from a diverse range of specialisms across SMMA’s multidisciplinary model, including architecture, civil engineering, interior design,
SMMA Awards Scholarship Funds to Four High School Seniors
SMMA has awarded a combined $5,000 in scholarship funds to four high school seniors as part of the annual SMMA Fund. All four recipients graduated this year from Massachusetts high schools designed by SMMA, and will be attending college this fall. The 2023 Fund recipients stood out for their academic achievements and leadership both inside
SMMA’s Charles Gibson Wins ACEC/MA Young Professional of the Year Award
Charles “Chase” Gibson, a mechanical engineer and Associate at SMMA, was named Young Professional of the Year by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Massachusetts (ACEC/MA) at a ceremony in Boston last week. Gibson, who joined SMMA in 2014, was recognized by the awards committee for his dedication to mentorship and volunteering, as well