WBC Bulletin April-May 2025

on the sale and acquisition of government contractors, guiding clients through the network of complex regulatory compliance rules and regulations. In his corporate law practice, Felix represents corporate and private equity clients in major transactions, commercial agreements, general counseling, and securities matters, providing advice on mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, financings, technology transactions, joint ventures, venture capital and debt financings, and recapitalizations.

involvement in various industry and community organizations reflects his passion for his work. Dymond architecture studio is featured in the upcoming issue of Voyage Baltimore Magazine as a “Hidden Gem” within the arts and creatives community. “Dymond’s depth of experience and design- forward approach align perfectly with Arium AE’s mission of delivering high performance, client-focused solutions,” said Brian Frels, Principal at Arium AE. “The firm’s expertise strengthens our ability to take on complex projects and elevate our creative capabilities. We’re excited about the opportunities this collaboration will bring to our clients and the region.” Arium AE is a regional leader for commercial office, mission-critical and secure government facilities, industrial and warehouse, healthcare, educational, retail, and adaptive reuse projects. The firm works for a wide range of the most demanding clients in the area, from large REITs to small developers and individual tenants. Arium’s understanding of building typologies and their trusted working relationships with local jurisdictions ensure an exceptionally efficient permit and occupancy process. Their integrated design approach balances functional solutions and high aesthetics through outstanding services tailored to their client’s unique needs. For more information, visit www.ariumae.com. Consigli Announces New Leader of Federal Market Consigli Construction Co., Inc. is pleased to announce that Vern Kuehn has recently joined the firm as Director – Federal Division. In this new role, Kuehn will lead Consigli’s growth and business development strategy in the federal market sector. With over 30 years of wide- ranging experience in the construction industry, Kuehn brings an impressive track record of successfully managing federal projects and fostering client relationships across the country

and overseas. His deep expertise in federal government contracting and procurement processes, coupled with his ability to create and expand new business, will be instrumental to Consigli’s continued growth and expansion across the federal market. In addition to his federal market experience, Kuehn has delivered complex projects across multiple key market sectors, including advanced technology, mission critical, higher education and healthcare. “Vern’s extensive knowledge and leadership in federal contracting will be invaluable to driving success and developing new business for Consigli,” said Brian Hamilton, Vice President. “He is a natural fit for our team, with diverse project experience that will complement and enhance our existing work with high-profile clients, including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, General Services Administration and the National Park Service.” Kuehn is a former President of the Associated General Contractors of Metropolitan Washington, D.C. He has also served on the boards of Heartland Family Service, the American Red Cross and the Boys and Girls Club of America. Learn more about Consigli’s work in the federal market here: https://www. consigli.com/market/federal/ Skanska Celebrates Completion of George Mason University’s Life Sciences and Engineering Building at Prince William County Campus The new building enhances Mason’s SciTech campus as a premier research and education hub in Virginia’s tech corridor Skanska, a leading global development and construction firm, announces the completion of George Mason University’s (GMU) new Life Sciences and Engineering Building on the school’s Prince William County Science and Technology (SciTech) Campus. The state-of-the-art, $85.4

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Dymond, a Boutique Design Firm, Joins Mid-Atlantic Design Firm Arium AE Arium AE, LLC, a multidisciplinary architecture and engineering design firm, has proudly served the Mid- Atlantic region from its Baltimore- Washington and Northern Virginia office for over 36 years. They are thrilled to announce that Dymond architecture studio has joined forces with their firm. David Dymond, the principal and founder of Dymond, leads this boutique design focused firm, which has strong ties to the local community. With Dymond, Arium AE aims to enhance its design capabilities and strengthen its presence in the Mid- Atlantic market. David Dymond is a visionary, results-focused architect and business owner with more than 20 years of diverse experience in project management, design and development, project documentation, and contract administration of high-performance, high-design projects. Clients appreciate his ability to understand their needs and his commitment to delivering exceptional creative and collaborative design. His strong dedication to community engagement, cultural impact initiatives, and active

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