Business Briefs: Perkins Eastman opens Ecuador office

Words: Bronzella Cleveland

NovemberDecember 2008
Industry News

Business Briefs: Perkins Eastman

Perkins Eastman has opened a new office in Guayaquil, Ecuador, that will serve both South and Central America. The 10-person office will be led by Stephen Forneris, AIA, a licensed architect in both Ecuador and the United States, and an associate principal of the firm. Under his leadership, the office is expected to grow to 20-30 employees. MD

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