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Join us as we celebrate the most exemplary women in Construction who demonstrate
leadership, generosity, innovation, and
unwavering commitment to their career, colleagues and industry.
We are thrilled to welcome Luciana Burdi, Intl. Assoc. AIA, CCM, MCPPO, Director of Capital Programs and Environmental Affairs at Massachusetts Port Authority as this years host!
In her role, Dr. Burdi is leading the shift of Capital Programs towards a more innovative, progressive, BIM and Design Technology-driven department. By adopting Lean and Lean Construction principles and concepts, she is also committed to create a culture of continuous improvement focusing on maximizing the value for our customers, improving quality outcomes, while reducing non-value-added activities. She was instrumental in implementing an employee engagement program in the department which received Authority-wide recognition and still exists today. Prior to joining Massport, she held several positions at the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
She received her Doctorate from Harvard Graduate School of Design. Previously, she was a SPURS Fellow (Special Program in Urban and Regional Studies) at MIT and she holds a Master's Degree from the Instituto Universitario di Architettura di Venezia (IUAV) in Venice Italy.
BWiC Welcomes back special guest speaker Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito
After a first term focused on moving Massachusetts forward through bipartisan, results-driven leadership, Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito was sworn in for a second term in January, 2019. Since taking office in 2015, Lt. Governor Polito has visited and partnered with leadership in all 351 of the Commonwealth's cities and towns, building on a fundamental belief and understanding that Massachusetts' success is driven by the strength of its diverse people and places. Recognizing the importance of affordable housing, mobility, and resiliency on the overall strength and vitality of the state, Lt. Governor Polito has helped municipalities take advantage of grant programs geared towards housing production, transit improvements, and climate preparedness. Furthermore, Lt. Governor Polito has utilized her role as chair of the Community Compact Cabinet, Seaport Economic, and Governor's Council to Address Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence, and co-chair of the STEM Advisory Council, to spearhead numerous initiatives to improve the quality of life for residents across the Commonwealth.
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