Category Archives: Mary Scott Nabers’ Insights

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.

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Public library projects expand nationwide as communities invest in modernization

Public libraries in many cities and counties are undergoing a significant transformation, evolving far beyond their traditional roles as repositories for books. Today’s library projects reflect a broader mission, one that emphasizes community engagement, digital access, workforce development, programs for children and teens along with lifelong learning initiatives.  As population growth, technology advancements, and shifting community needs reshape expectations, public officials are responding […]

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Battery storage projects surge as grid reinforcement becomes a national priority

Battery storage and power system reinforcement are rapidly moving from long-term planning concepts to immediate infrastructure priorities across the United States. As extreme weather events, electrification demands, and renewable energy integration place new pressures on aging grids, government officials are accelerating investments in storage technologies that stabilize supply, reduce volatility, and ensure continuity of service. […]

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Surging demand for student housing fuels major campus investment opportunities

University leaders throughout the U.S. are accelerating plans to modernize and expand student housing as enrollment stabilizes and demand for on-campus living rebounds. Recent data from the National Center for Education Statistics indicates that total postsecondary enrollment is projected to grow through the end of the decade, with undergraduate enrollment alone expected to increase by more than 8 percent […]

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Big news to share… and, as always, upcoming opportunity alerts that are just in planning stages

Something new and exciting is coming very soon! Our newsletter subscribers will be the first to know… so watch carefully for next week’s newsletters – Government Contracting Pipeline and Texas Government Insider – you’ll be the first to hear this news!  The SPI Team is only weeks away from announcing an incredible new offering, and we’ve decided to let our newsletter subscribers hear about it first!  Since our focus for 30 years […]

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Civic campus projects drive downtown revitalization nationwide

Cities across the United States are increasingly launching large civic centers and municipal campus projects as part of broader efforts to reinvigorate downtown districts. Municipal leaders are replacing aging city halls and scattered municipal facilities with modern civic campuses designed to consolidate public services, improve accessibility, and create vibrant public gathering places. These projects often extend beyond government buildings to […]

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Infrastructure resiliency initiatives advance even as federal support slows

Resiliency and sustainability initiatives are driving a rapidly expanding pipeline of public infrastructure projects across the United States. Federal policy and funding support over the past several years accelerated many types of these large-scale infrastructure initiatives. Driven by an abundance of federal support, the number of infrastructure projects has continued. Though, while the federal support […]

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Transit-oriented development projects continue to reshape American cities

One federal funding program continues to support transit-oriented development (TOD) as a strategy to support encourage more ridership, expand housing options, and create more connected communities while generating economic vitality for cities. TODs focus on building compact, walkable districts centered around public transit hubs such as rail stations, bus rapid transit corridors, and multimodal transit centers. These initiatives are frequently supported by federal, state, and local […]