August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on Mask Up, American Structurepoint
Jack Lashenik, Indianapolis
Have you shared a photo of yourself sporting your favorite mask to our PhotoCircle album? You are missing out on some fun pics. Take a look at these select photos: It’s not too late: Join the circle now and share those pics at https://join.photocircleapp.com/T5AXRGQZ6X. Use pin 069469 to join the 2020 – Adapting To Change group!
Carl Hennings, Columbus
Jason Greene, Evansville Construction Solutions, at the NASCAR All-Star Race at Bristol Motor Speedway
August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on Promotion News: Congrats to Matt Wright
We congratulate Matt Wright on his promotion to federal sector leader within the Architecture + Interiors Group. Having worked with Dan Weinheimer and other group leaders for the past several years, Matt is stepping into the federal sector role upon Dan’s retirement. His niche expertise in designing secure spaces for top-secret operation centers and research facilities has given us a competitive advantage in both the federal and higher education markets. Matt is also part of the overall company federal practice that has won work in 33 states over the past five years, and he will continue to work with our Civil, Structural, and Planning groups in the pursuit of multidisciplinary projects that showcase our company’s strengths. Matt is an extremely capable project manager and has become adept at steering through the extensive list of federal agencies and programs to find effective opportunities for the group and our company. We wish Matt continued success in his new role.
August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on Reva Derhammer Becomes Company’s First WELL-Accredited Professional
Join us in congratulating Reva Derhammer for earning her WELL Building Standard Accredited Professional (WELL AP) credential! Reva is one of less than 10 people who currently hold this credential in Indiana.
The WELL Building Standard® is a performance-based system for measuring, certifying, and monitoring features of the built environment that impact human health and well-being, through air, water, nourishment, light, fitness, comfort, and mind. Acquiring this building standard certification is an increasingly popular request among clients and will become even more important post-COVID.
As our first employee to obtain this credential, Reva will serve as an asset within the Architecture + Interiors Group, and companywide, for how to create spaces that improve occupant health and for explaining the importance, using data driven information, of implementing these practices.
Way to go Reva! We look forward to seeing the impact of these happy, healthy buildings.
August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on Environments For Aging Magazine Features Column By Vanessa Shumate
Senior Project Architect Vanessa Shumate, besides being a talented designer and dedicated mentor, now is a published author detailing her passion for designing senior-living facilities. Editorial leadership at Environments for the Aging Magazine asked Shumate to write a first-person essay for their “The Spark” column appearing in the Summer 2020 issue. The Spark shares personal accounts that inspire individuals to dedicate their careers to improving environments for seniors.
Vanessa tells of helping her mother care for her grandparents so they could continue to live in their Eastern Kentucky 1900s-era farmhouse rather than move into a senior-care facility. Her experiences at a very young age inspired her to design award-winning communities where seniors live active lives.
“As I grew up, I continued to think about the lessons I learned on that farm and the resources required to help individuals stay active and free of limitations as they age. I’ve taken all the lessons from my grandparents and from working in a church environment and applied them to the projects I design,” Shumate wrote. You can check out the entire column here.
August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on Hardik Shah and Family Make Difference With COVID-19 Relief
Raahill Shah, singer/songwriter
Traffic Engineering Group Leader Hardik Shah and his family are using fundraising and music to make a meaningful difference in lessening the impact of COVID-19 in people’s daily lives. One effort is a campaign via GoFundMe to raise $5,000 to help feed families and obtain much-needed medical supplies and PPE worldwide. Fund donations will be split evenly among five organizations:
The fund has raised nearly $1,000 to date, and Hardik’s goal is to raise $5,000 by year’s end. “Myself and my wife, Hardi, know this is just a small drop in the bucket, but every drop adds up to making an ocean of difference for the greater good of humanity,” Hardik said. If you would like to contribute, visit his GoFundMe page.
Not to be outdone, Hardik’s 9-year-old son, Raahil, wrote his very first song for his piano class that caught the attention of Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness. Raahill’s video of the song “Hope” soon found its way to the Mayor Fadness’ Facebook page as well as other social media platforms. The video eventually received over 1,000 views. The song’s lyrics tie in to Gov. Eric Holcomb’s #InThisTogether campaign promoting social distancing and curbing COVID-19 cases. You can take a listen to the video here.
August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on Nevil Gomes’ Research Paper Gets Published
Our very own Nevil Gomes, EI (Indianapolis Bridge Group) recently had his research paper published in the ASCE journal! This research, part of his graduate degree at the University of Cincinnati, explores the use of beam stiffeners to strengthen corrugated plate structures using a software called CANDE (Culvert ANalysis and DEsign).
The paper recommended various ways to design and analyze of culverts. The study found that it is possible to design lighter, longer, and more cost-effective structures by using stiffened plates. As of August 5, the paper has been downloaded 28 times. Check it out here: https://bit.ly/2ZNZF9T
August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on Great Co-Op Experience = Award Nomination
Recently hired engineer Michael Roche (Columbus Civil Engineering Group) thought so much of his summer 2019 co-op experience that he nominated American Structurepoint for a major award given by the Ohio University.
Mike submitted the company for the 2020 Engineering Career Services Employer of the Year Award. Students having a fantastic engineering co-op or internship stint submit award nominees, offering details about their recruiting, mentoring, work, and networking experiences. Mike started his co-op in May 2019 and continued working through the summer and fall. He started working part-time in January 2020. Senior Project Manager Ben Miller was his supervisor throughout.
Here’s an excerpt from his nomination to OSU.
“The co-op experience American Structurepoint provided was as realistic as you can get. I was able to work hands on with real projects and see the work I completed be implemented into real-life scenarios. Throughout my time, I received supervision and mentorship from every single person in my group.”
Although we didn’t win the OSU award, we won something better – a full-time employee! Michael began his American Structurepoint career in May.
August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on Community Service News
The Community Service fund has 128 employee contributors who contributed $3,077.50 in July 2020.
The COVID-19 virus has brought a lot of uncertainty to our world, and some temporary changes have been made to our Give Back campaign in response.
Recent Donations
Please be assured that all employee assistance requests will be kept confidential.
August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on Round of Applause Roll Call for July
Here’s a salute to the six employees who went above and beyond for their co-workers in July. Remember to recognize those who do a great job for you in August by nominating them for a Round of Applause.
August 7, 2020
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Comments Off on American Structurepoint in the News
American Structurepoint people and projects appeared in the media 20 times in July. Here is a recap.
July 23, 2020
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July 6, 2020
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Comments Off on Greg Kicinski Announces August Retirement
Many congratulations goes to Greg Kicinski who will retire from American Structurepoint in August after seven years of leading the Indianapolis Road Group. During his tenure as group leader, our companywide transportation revenues have grown from $13.9 million to $31.6 million under tremendous geographic expansion that now serves four states. We are sad to see Greg retire, and we will miss his leadership.
Greg is a giant in the industry, spending most of his career at INDOT in leadership roles before joining American Structurepoint to lead our Indiana Road Group. In his role here, the Indy Road Group has grown steadily in both revenue and staff and continues to be one of the leading design groups in the state. Greg has enriched our staff, provided leadership and mentorship, and shared his great knowledge and experience in the industry, and especially of our #1 client, INDOT.
Greg also took on the important role of managing the staff sharing among the Indiana, Ohio, Texas, and now Florida road design groups. With his dedication, demeanor, and always-positive attitude, he has the knack of bringing out the best in the people with whom he interacts.
Greg, congratulations on your retirement! Your guidance, wonderful attitude, and great leadership and wisdom will be missed by the American Structurepoint family and the overall Indiana transportation industry. We wish you the best. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement!
July 6, 2020
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Comments Off on Celebrating June’s Big Wins
We continue to celebrate big wins. Here’s a recap about June’s major wins.
July 6, 2020
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Comments Off on I-75 Project in Cincinnati Progressing Well
We love seeing visions come to life, especially ones that improve mobility and safety! Check out these progress photos of the $86 million design-build I-75 project in Cincinnati, Ohio. American Structurepoint is the lead designer for Walsh Construction on this project along I-65 from Hopple Street to Mitchell Avenue and along I-74 to the interchange with I-75. The scope of work includes adding both a northbound and southbound I-75 thru-lane, replacing the I-75 mainline pavement south of Ludlow Avenue, resurfacing the pavement north of Ludlow Avenue, and separating the combined sewer system within the ODOT right-of-way.
July 6, 2020
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Comments Off on Promotion News – Congrats to Josh Cribelar
We congratulate Josh Cribelar on his promotion to team leader in the Indy Civil Engineering Group. This is a strategic move to help continue the growth of our civil practice and our company. Josh joined American Structurepoint in 2014 as a staff engineer upon his graduation from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He excels at both the technical design and client management aspects of the job. Josh continues to build strong relationships with two of the Civil Group’s larger clients in Redwood and Arbor Homes. He has also built new relationships with Westport Homes and Fischer Homes. Josh is a great mentor to our newer staff members as well as co-ops and interns, and he understands the importance of continuing to grow and develop our talented team. We wish Josh continued success in his new role.
July 6, 2020
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Comments Off on ODOT Names American Structurepoint Prime Consultant of the Year
American Structurepoint is much honored to receive the 2020 Prime Consultant of the Year distinction from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT)’s Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Awards program. The award recognized an outstanding prime consultant excelling in upholding the requirements of the federal Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program and who has a demonstrated track record of partnering with, utilizing, and forming strategic alliances with DBE firms participating on ODOT contracts through the awarding of subcontracts to DBE firms. We thank ODOT for recognizing our continuing commitment to mentoring and partnering with DBE firms by selecting us for this prestigious award.
July 6, 2020
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Comments Off on Athletic Business Magazine Touts Hammond Sportsplex
The Hammond Sportsplex & Community Center features prominently in the June issue of Athletic Business Magazine, a national trade publication that reaches 40,000 athletics, fitness, and recreation decision-makers. A two-page spread is part of our entry in the 2020 Athletic Business Architectural Showcase Awards. A panel of sports, fitness, and recreation facility architects will choose 10 winners from the 51 submissions. Winners will be announced in October. We provided architecture, civil engineering, and structural engineering services for the $20 million project. Our award submission is available online. Here’s hoping that the sportsplex will be recognized as one of the best sports and rec projects in the nation!
July 6, 2020
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Comments Off on Conner Brintlinger Reflects on D-Day Anniversary
Director of Business Development and External Affairs Conner Brintlinger provided a heartfelt reflection to The Columbus Dispatch regarding the June 6 anniversary of D-Day. In 2019, Conner traveled to Normandy, France, for the 75th anniversary of the historic military operation during which US, British, and Canadian forces landed simultaneously on five separate beachheads in Normandy. On the morning of June 6, Conner walked down to Omaha Beach at 6:30 a.m., the exact time the amphibious assault began in 1944. He took in the sights and met several surviving veterans of that battle.
“My trip to Normandy was life-changing,” Conner says of his journey. “I consider it an obligation and duty to share the stories of the veterans I met so we never forget the sacrifices that were made.” You can read Conner’s entire column at this link.
July 6, 2020
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Comments Off on Merrillville Community Recreation Center Update
The $24 million, 84,000-sft Merrillville Community Recreation Center is well on its way to completion! Check out these progress photos of the facility that will feature three basketball courts, six volleyball courts, a rock-climbing wall, a running track, a fitness area, and a multi-functional community event center. We are providing architecture, civil engineering, structural engineering, and landscape architecture services for the project, which is scheduled to open in February 2021.
