News+Updates
As we strive to “Create Things That Matter,” our goal is to promote a culture that makes diversity and inclusivity integral in providing team members with the “BEST Job of Their Lives.”
Join your team members who have made it their mission to make Haskell a better company, the best place to work and a model corporate citizen.
Fostering Opportunities in…
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Best practices and strategies for providing the opportunity for all team members to come to work as their full selves and Haskell’s diversity, inclusion, and belonging offerings.
Education & Engagement SME:
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It is about encouraging individuality and sharing opinions among all team members here at Haskell. We strive to have acceptance, create a safe space, respect and appreciate what makes our team members different.
Culture & Awareness SME:
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Creating recruitment practices that embrace building a more diverse workforce valuing different backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Being unique will make us a better and more innovative company.
Talent Acquisition SME:
Meredith Adragna
Recommended Learning
LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
All Three Haskell Diversity Suite Series Classes Offered in June & July!
Cultivating a Diverse Workforce
Wednesday, July 2 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. EDT | Sign Up
Bias & Microaggressions: Elevate Your Consciousness
Wednesday, July 16 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EDT | Sign Up
Knowing Your ABCs: Allyship, Belonging and Creating Equity
Wednesday, June 11 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EDT | Sign Up
Tuesday, July 15 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. EDT | Sign Up
ARTICLE
June is Pride Month
“Understanding LGBTQIA+ Terminology: A Guide to Inclusive Language,” updated in 2025, defines key LGBTQIA+ terms. Gaining an understanding of the intersectionality of people’s experiences is a powerful way to learn and demonstrate allyship.
Upcoming Events + Sponsorships
Haskell Together Networking Circle – Everyday Allyship: Small Actions, Big Impact
Haskell Together is hosting 30-minute Everyday Allyship Networking Circles sessions in which team members can have a conversation and learn about how you can build connection — emphasizing that even small, everyday actions can make a big difference to those around you. We invite all team members to join these sessions to explore this topic.
ENGLISH
Tuesday, June 24th | 2:00 pm EST | Sign Up
Wednesday, June 25th | 2:00 pm EST | Sign Up
SPANISH
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 | 1:30 PM EST | Sign Up
If you have issues registering, please go to the Haskell Together page to add the event or reach out to Katherine Miller.
Haskell
Diversity Events
Embracing and enhancing our focus on Diversity & Inclusion is not only vital to our long-term success but also essential in providing our team members with the best job of their lives and achieving our Haskell 2025 goals. Haskell encourages team members to get involved in the community and participate in these events to help raise awareness.
DBIA
Read DBIA’s Position Statement on DEI
Holidays + Remembrances in April/May
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Pride Month
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Juneteenth
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National Disability Independence Day
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Nelson Mandela Day
Inclusive Insights
As our team continues to grow in diversity, so does the colorful mix of traditions and celebrations that shape Haskell’s workplace. In the spirit of inclusion and understanding, we’re sharing a list of upcoming religious and cultural holidays taking place over the next few months. These observances are opportunities to recognize and honor the values, customs and practices important to our team members.
Shavuot | June 1 - June 3, 2025
A Jewish holiday marking the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai. It is also a harvest festival that celebrates the end of the barley harvest.
Ascension of Jesus | June 4, 2025
Celebrates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven, which is observed by many Christian denominations 40 days after Easter.
Eid al-Adha | June 15 - 16, 2025
One of the two major Islamic festivals, known as the "Festival of Sacrifice." It commemorates the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God.
Summer Solstice | June 21, 2025
The longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, often observed by different cultures as a celebration of the sun, nature, and renewal.
Day of Ashura/Muharram | July 5, 2025
A significant day in Islam; for Sunni Muslims, it commemorates the day Moses and the Israelites were saved from Pharaoh, while for Shia Muslims, it marks the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali at the Battle of Karbala.
Pioneer Day | July 24, 2025
Celebrated by members of the JCLDS community, Pioneer Day Commemorates the arrival of the first Mormon pioneers in Utah.
Haskell Together in the News
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Dedicated and Engaged, Alyssa Gemal Honored for Living the Values
Meet the Quality Coordinator, based on the Bacolod Temple project, who exudes Haskell’s core values of Team, Excellence, Service and Trust.
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How Dedication and Relationship Building Made Lauren Iglio a Leader
Learn how she climbed from Field Clerk to Director of Construction and how she's now giving back and transforming the industry.
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How a Simple Question Sparked a Thriving Career in Construction
The construction industry is evolving, and so are the careers it offers. Read how Deanna Biddick built a future she never expected.
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Haskell’s Learning Culture Secures Training Hall of Fame Induction
Learn how, after years of ranking among the top companies for workforce training, Haskell has become just the 20th company to earn the prestigious honor.
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Patience, Precision Make Castillo Ideal Leader on Temple Job Sites
Meet Haskell Superintendent José Luis Castillo and explore the fascinating world where industrial expertise meets awe-inspiring spiritual landmarks.
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Denise Ramsey to Chair the Florida Board of Professional Engineers
Read how the professional journey of Haskell's Chief Engineer from intern to industry leader now includes chairing the state's governing board.
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‘You Can Be Me Too!’ How Janel LeGard is Inspiring Future Architects
Learn how this Haskell Senior Design Manager is inspiring young minds. Discover how she uses creativity and mentorship to nurture future architects.
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Leading With Curiosity, Tina Sanchez Receives 2024 Engdahl Award
Learn how she used her unique experience to become a leader at Haskell. Discover how her drive and collaboration are shaping the future of design.
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Barbour’s Living the Values Through Her Work, Servant Leadership
Meet Vatronza Barbour. Learn how this accounting supervisor's love for math, passion for service and professional expertise empower and inspire.
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Eclectic and Fearless, Taylor Williams Lives the Haskell Values
Learn how former college athlete Taylor Williams shapes workplace excellence with innovative training and authentic leadership.
Welcome, New Ambassadors!
Andi Nealon
Ambassador, Atlanta Office
Liaisons, SMEs + Committee Chairs
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Shannon Koeninger
Vice President – Engineering – Civil Infrastructure Design
Liaison
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Michael Huskey
Director - Workforce Strategy
Liaison
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Janel LeGard
Architect - Senior Design Manager
Liaison
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Taylor Williams
Manager - Corporate Training
Education & Engagement SME
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Meredith Adragna
Director - Talent Acquisition
Talent Acquisition SME
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Cathy Dussik
Director - TM Relations
Culture & Awareness SME
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Jodi Mosley
Marketing Specialist III - Corporate Marketing
Communications Chair
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Marycarmen Lopez
HR Manager - International
International Chair