Pros
The Beacon Communities has very historic meaning to me and my career. I started with Beacon more than 36 years ago. Over these many years I have seen the results of high end residential property construction, management and maintenance which have become the standard within Beacon. Beacon Communities has an impressive and lengthy track record. Be it their own property, a fee managed property, new development construction, the rehabilitation of a property or a historic renovation all projects are subject to the same level of high quality renovation and attention to detail. It’s fun to be part of seeing the original properties I first worked at now going through major physical upgrades. At the same time I am involved with many of the new properties being constructed or properties undergoing renovations as well as historic renovations. I am looking forward to being involved in more proposed projects that are still in the planning phase. I consider myself lucky to have the opportunity to be part of this company and work with such a knowledgeable team. The planning stages and development process are impressive and well thought out amongst a team of skilled and very experienced staff members within Beacon. This provides a great opportunity for learning and the ability to have input into the process. I believe part of the continued success of the company is a direct result of the “Communications Promise” from the Boston Office and a goal to engage employees. Newsletters of late are just full of company news and portfolio performance updates. The communication process from Beacon has reached new heights informing the entire company more consistently on social and business news throughout the portfolio. Our mentoring training is already showing positive results with employees working together and wanting to reach out to help each other more than ever. Today, there is more of a team approach at Beacon resulting in a new level of consistency from property to property. My position as Director of Landscaping in addition to being a member of the Beacon Directors Team within the maintenance and landscaping divisions has been a great team building and learning experience. We meet monthly with the properties supervisors, their staff and managers to discuss the most important and timely issues, plan training sessions and mentor key employees. These important communication messages and training sessions are then conveyed to the properties and the positive results are being felt and experienced by everyone at Beacon as we continue to bring a high end product to our customers. The “glass door” for me within Beacon has extended far past the door and down many hallways, up stairways to buildings to outdoor courtyards full of beautifully landscaped grounds. I have enjoyed my years at Beacon working with many wonderful co-workers and I have developed many good friendships. I look forward to retiring some day from Beacon but only after I pass through many more doors.
Cons
I’m somewhat concerned and believe that the growth spurt we are in now may be too much all at once. However, I am confident with Beacon’s very strong leadership at the top that we will prevail. I see many employees going above and beyond the call of duty to help the Company succeed during this very active and exciting time.
