As President and CEO of Strategic Partnerships, Inc., Mary Scott Nabers has decades of experience working in the public-private sector. A well-recognized expert in the P3 and government contracting fields, she is often asked to share her industry insights with top publications and through professional speaking engagements. Get an exclusive look at upcoming trends and insider tips from Mary herself on the SPI blog.
Everything happens quickly at the federal level of government these days. It has become common to have numerous executive orders announced every few days. So, it seems fitting to look at what has changed, what is likely to change and what may be required in the coming months. This column is written specifically for companies […]
Airports represent another industry sector that should not be impacted significantly by any federal funding support shrinkage. The critical nature of airport infrastructure, the immediate and obvious needs and the role air transportation plays in America’s economic vitality will protect its funding. The abundance of contracting opportunities, however, that will emerge over the next two […]
Transportation infrastructure projects, especially related to bridge work, continue to roll through pre-construction phases throughout the country. Bridge replacement projects carry extremely high price tags, and although bridge upgrade projects tend to be somewhat less costly, they are still multimillion-dollar initiatives. Additionally, many bridge projects include roadway work, which increases the cost of delivery significantly. […]
The Strategic Partnerships (SPI) firm turned 30 this year. That is shocking especially to me since I remember the company’s birth as if it were yesterday. The job I hold has been one of the most enjoyable experiences ever… and I’m not sure I’ll ever quit since I love this a lot. Recently, I was […]
There’s growing evidence that new state and local government projects remain plentiful across the U.S. Driving this surge in upcoming contracting opportunities are economic development efforts, law enforcement needs and upgrades to all types of public facilities. Most are funded by either state or local budgets, but a few are still supported by federal funding […]
Governmental entities are stressed… there is no doubt about that! Ongoing changes under the Trump administration are creating heightened uncertainty, placing added pressure on both public officials across all levels of government and private sector leaders navigating the shifting landscape. However, the number of public projects launching weekly at the state and local levels of […]
Hospitals and specialized health care services in rural areas and small towns have been declining for many years, and that has become a serious concern. Financial stress is the primary reason for the decline. The federal government has provided financial support for health care through various programs, but that support has now been reduced. Fortunately, […]