Adco Electrical Corp (Adco), has over 45 years of experience and expertise, and works with some of the industry\u2019s top clients. In both design-assist and construction services, Adco works shoulder-to-shoulder with clients, driving cutting-edge advances in electrical and low voltage systems in various sectors, including healthcare and biotech facilities, airports and airline hubs, new arenas and stadiums, entertainment, and broadcast headquarters, as well as technology or social media workplaces.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Gina Addeo, President and CEO since 2005, has fostered the company\u2019s reputation and consistent track record of client satisfaction, safety, stability, reliability, and success. Gina\u2019s focus as a leader is on the excellence of the work at every level.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cRichard Addeo founded the company in 1977,\u201d Tom Delfino, Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Adco, begins. \u201cHis vision was to meet emerging client complexities in the electrical, communications, and low voltage-built environment. This continues to be the core competency of the company\u2019s standard operating procedure; to \u2018power the possible\u2019 for its clients. Richard continues to inspire our company\u2019s trajectory, even after passing in 2005.\u201d\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Shared ownership<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Today, under the dynamic leadership of Gina, the Founder\u2019s daughter, who assumed the role of President, the company remains true to its original vision, while embracing innovation and adapting to evolving market dynamics. With Gina at the helm, Adco proudly maintains its status as a Women Business Enterprise (WBE), with 51 percent ownership by Gina and her sister, embodying the spirit of female entrepreneurship and empowerment. The remaining 49 is employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), fostering a sense of shared ownership and commitment among its dedicated team. Both Tom and Gina share their insight into the inner workings of Adco, as well as their strategy for continued growth.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cOur long-term success is based on our performance of providing fair pricing, a talented workforce, specialized skill sets, and the ability to effectively tackle complex projects,\u201d says Tom. \u201cOur core values \u2013 integrity, safety, accountability, and professionalism \u2013 are our backbone, and they have shaped our strong reputation for delivering projects on time and to extremely high standards, as well as providing exceptional customer service throughout.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019ve had the privilege of working for Adco across two generations, having joined the business straight out of college in 1991 and starting my career as a junior estimator,\u201d Tom recalls. \u201cI was then afforded the opportunity to move to project management, working for some of the industry\u2019s iconic executives on a number of large-scale projects.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThroughout his remarkable 30-year tenure with our company, Tom has epitomized dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. From humble beginnings to a position of tremendous leadership, his journey is a testament to the power of hard work, expertise, and a passion for our industry. His rise through the ranks is a shining example of the opportunities that lie within our organization for those who are willing to seize them. We are incredibly proud to have such a visionary leader shaping the future of our firm.\u201d says Gina Addeo, who also joins in on the conversation.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cIt was around this time that electrical construction became heavily regulated and more technically complex, but leading a team to a win is very satisfying and we did it time and again. Then, in 2008, I took on the role of Vice President of one of our offices, which turned out to be a great primer for my current position as CCO,\u201d Tom continues.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Having occupied various roles within the electrical contracting industry, Tom sees his experience and deep understanding of each role as his leading strength. \u201cIt means I can balance empathy, problem solving, and wins for our clients,\u201d he explains. \u201cOn a company level, we have the depth and ability to navigate challenging market conditions while maintaining profitability and delivering value to our clients.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019d say the most rewarding aspect of my job is delivering a first-class product both on time and within budget. You know you\u2019ve accomplished exactly that when you have numerous repeat projects with clients and even begin to form longstanding relationships, some of which span my entire career.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Team effort<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cThere are 200 employees who have been with the company more than 20 years. Equally rewarding is investing in our employees to\u00a0support their professional and personal development, which fosters an appetite for continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends,\u201d Tom adds. \u201cPart of my motivation is providing individuals with the opportunity, similar to the one I was given, to have a successful career within a successful company in a great industry,\u201d Tom emphasizes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n He continues to say that he has been incredibly fortunate throughout his career to learn from some of the industry\u2019s best. \u201cI certainly wouldn\u2019t be where I am today without the help of many people, whom I will always greatly respect and appreciate.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cHowever, of course, nobody manages something alone; I am surrounded by an amazing executive management team who each excel at their individual role,\u201d he elaborates. \u201cWe are only as successful as our team, so I\u2019m particularly passionate about creating a company culture that genuinely values its employees.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cI do so by listening to the wants and needs of our people, making myself available to them by operating an open-door policy and relating to them on an individual, personal level. While our people are crucial players in our overall operations, they aren\u2019t just numbers or figures, but unique individuals that all bring different strengths and ideas to the table.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Risk mitigation<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Turning to the company specifically, Tom says: \u201cThe construction market in New York City is arguably the toughest, most competitive region in the US. The pandemic has furthered its complexities, as it dramatically altered the landscape of the interior market. With many companies continuing to offer remote working, the demand for commercial office space has declined significantly.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cFortunately, we are evenly rooted across other business sectors, but these markets have been affected by supply chain shortages associated with large electrical equipment, particularly component parts. We\u2019ve successfully managed to adapt to these challenges, however, by implementing numerous strategies and initiatives centered around mitigating risk and ensuring our continued success.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Industry innovation<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The drive for innovation is of paramount importance to the company, with \u201cMoving through 2023, it\u2019s an exciting time for the construction market with new sectors emerging from the development of various sustainable practices, especially those being advocated by the federal government and local municipalities.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cProjects associated with renewables like fully electrical or carbon neutral buildings, are set to provide exciting potential projects and space for us to extend and deepen our portfolio of expert capabilities.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When asked about the company\u2019s current priorities, Tom clearly defines: \u201cMarket and geographic diversification. We\u2019re expanding in the market of complex low voltage systems and solutions, which requires a specific degree of expertise. Healthcare is also an ever-growing sector, and the three airports consistently provide us with interesting projects.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n He elaborates: \u201cWe have landscape for various sustainable projects; data centers that are moving east, three brand-new, billion-dollar hospitals under construction, several casinos across the city, and a ten-year expansion plan at John F Kennedy International Airport. The key is to adapt and diversify to take advantage of these great opportunities to continue our success.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cFurther afield, I\u2019d like to see us maintain our leading position in the electrical industry, supported by our adaptability, talented workforce, and advancements in technology. We are constantly evolving as a company with multiple investments in research and development.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cOverall,\u201d he concludes. \u201cWe look forward to continuing to work with clients on exciting projects and maintaining our reputation as we continue delivering industry-best practices and technology.\u201d\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n www.adcoonline.com<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n![\"-\"](\"https:\/\/essential.construction\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2023\/08\/ADCO-2.jpg\")
Adco leveraging data and analytics to enhance efficiency and safety across its operations. \u201cBy focusing on the intersection of people, process, and technology, we have improved our real-time visibility, proactively mitigating risks and driving a continued client-centric vision,\u201d Tom details.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n