January Newsletter

The Bognet Way Buzz

CLIENT FEEDBACK

CAE

Team: Mike Coyle, Michael Williams, James Lovett, & Steve Taylor

"I just wanted to voice RMR’s sincere appreciation for Michael William’s leadership and overall effort on the CAE project located at 4840 Westfield Blvd in Chantilly, VA. Mike continuously went above and beyond throughout the course of this job navigating both RMR and the tenant’s countless requests and changes while also maintaining the project schedule. One particular highlight was the coordination of the tenant’s flight simulator which had to be transported on a flatbed truck from Arlington, TX and then craned into the space on the 3rd floor of the building. Along with being a great communicator, Mike also does whatever it takes to keep the project moving. He has been on site for the last 3+ weeks making sure the project comes to a successful finish now that Steve has been transferred to another job. Mike deserves significant credit for the success of the CAE project and I greatly appreciate that my team had the opportunity to work with him. RMR will certainly request his oversight on future projects."

CHRIS LOGSDON

Vice President

The RMR Group

ARQIT

Team: Carlo Stalteri, Jason Moon, Josh Mason, & Cory Snow

"Great job – this has been a great team to work with at Bognet. Thank you."

Christiana Strack

JBG Smith

Chevy Chase Trust

Team: Mike Coyle, Mark Gentili, James Lovett, & Karl Morgan

"Looks great, Karl! We really appreciate your hard work completing the project. Could not have done this without you. "

Travis Herret, AIA Partner Sshape

"I will second that…thank you Karl for all your dedication to our project AND for somehow making it happen and getting us ready in time for our move in. The other pictures look fantastic and I know everyone is so excited. Thank you!"

Blake Doyle Chevy Chase Trust

"I third that! Karl thank you for all the hard work and having patience with all the extra things we asked you to do for us! You are awesome. And I hope you didn’t miss too much of the hunting season. "

Patty Boyko Chevy Chase Trust

MONTH IN REVIEW

New Hires!

Please welcome Courtney Beazell our new Marketing Manager! She is a James Madison University alumna holding a Bachelor of Science in Media Arts & Design. Courtney has a wide range of experience in consulting, hospitality, event production, and social media marketing. Fun fact: Courtney has a passion for botanical gin!

January Job Wins

Lutron Design Studio

Washington, DC | $TBD

Salesforce Tableau AV Refit

Washington, DC | $426,048

Raytheon Arlington, VA | $2,574,532

SAIC Reston Boardroom Upgrades

Reston, VA | $112,560

MultiState Arlington, VA | $194,475

Expedition Technology Sterling, VA | $4,009,772

Regan Zambri Long Washington, DC | $1,603,579

Welcome to the team Tom Suchoski. Tom is a superintendent joining us from RW Murray. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management from University of Maryland. Fun Fact: Tom started his career in residential remodeling.

Regan Zambri Long Rendering

TECH TIPS

Streamline Our Voicemails

Experience a lot of callers who do not leave a voicemail? Let’s ensure we maintain a streamlined company voicemail by updating our individual greeting.

For Desk Phone:

1. From your desk phone, select the home button then navigate to “Message”. Select ok. Select Message Center.

2. When prompted, enter your voicemail PIN. (You will be prompted to update your temporary PIN.)

3. Select prompt 1 to access your voicemail box.

4. From the voice mailbox menu, select prompt 2 to change your message busy greeting. Record your new greeting using the provided script.

5. Go back to voice mailbox menu and select prompt 3 to change your mailbox no answer greeting. Record the same greeting used as your busy greeting.

For iPhone:

1. Open the Phone App

2. Tap Voicemail

3. Select Greeting

4. Select Custom

5. Tap Record to begin recording your new greeting.

For Android:

1. Open the phone app.

2. Long press the number 1 and access voicemail.

3. Type in your secret voicemail pin.

4. Press * to access voicemail settings menu.

5. Tap 1 to change voicemail.

Company Approved Voicemail Greeting Script:

“Hi, you’ve reached [YOUR FULL NAME], [YOUR TITLE] at Bognet Construction. I am unable to take your call right now but please leave your name, number, and a brief message and I will return your call as soon as possible.”

Please contact Summer for assistance with updating your voicemail greeting.

LUNAR NEW YEAR

It's the year of the Rabbit or Cat (Vietnamese Zodiac).

Why is the Rabbit replaced by the Cat in the Vietnamese Zodiac you ask?

Many believe the Cat's inclusion in the Vietnamese zodiac comes down to etymology. Somewhere in history, the ancient Chinese word for rabbit pronounced "mao" was misinterpreted as "meo" for cat in Vietnamese. Thus began the Year of the Cat as the start of Tết Nguyên Đán (Tết), or Lunar New Year in Vietnam.

Another theory suggests that the cat's association with good fortune and prosperity in Vietnamese culture is why the animal continues to be celebrated today. In particular, it's believed that cats played an important role in Vietnam's prized rice fields:

"Rice is a huge part of Vietnam's agriculture, but with the threat of many rats in the fields, the cats (which can hunt them) are a popular animal for the Vietnamese," Nguyen Hieu Tin, an expert on traditional Vietnamese culture stated.

Tin added that "another explanation is that the Vietnamese don't want to observe two years with a similar animal. They see the mouse [rat] and the rabbit as being closely linked."

Despite the differences, both Chinese New Year and Tết involve putting up New Year decorations, spending time with loved ones and enjoying plenty of good food. Since the lunar cycle is celebrated more widely than just these two countries, it's safe to greet those who observe a Happy Lunar New Year or, you know, just Happy New Year.

Patrick shared superstitions and traditions that surround the beginning of the new year. Sweeping, vacuuming, and throwing away trash represents throwing away your wealth

and prosperity; waiting to do these chores after the holiday brings good luck for the rest of the year. Other fun traditions include gambling and giving money to the younger relatives which represents the passing down of good fortune. Pat's family prepares a rice dish called, Bánh chưng, a square rice patty filled with pork.

Thank you for sharing your traditions and history with us Patrick!

SITE VISIT

National 4-H Council

The National 4-H Council's new headquarters downtown is in its final stages! Josh Mason, Jason Moon, Carlo Stalteri, Tracey Gardiner and Courtney Beazell hosted the 4H CEO and other employees for a hard hat tour. Stay tuned to see some of the unique finishes that Bobby Holmes has been installing!

Chevy Chase Trust

Congratulations Mike Coyle, Mark Gentili, Michael Williams, and Karl Morgan on the completion of Chevy Chase Trust, we appreciate your efforts to bring this space together! Thank you Karl for sharing photos of their new office! Way to go team!

EVENTS COMING UP

February Birthdays

• Deborah Boggs - 2.5

• Devin Morrow - 2.8

• Isabelle - 2.8

• Jason Griffin - 2.19

• Matt Powell - 2.24

February Holidays

• Black History Month

• Heart Health Month

Webinars

All sessions are 12pm – 1pm EST

Mindful Mondays, Register Here

• February 6, 2023 – Guided Meditation for Aligning Heart and Mind

• March 6, 2023 – Mindful Eating, Guided Meditation

Well-being Wednesdays, Register Here

• February 22, 2023 – Keeping a Healthy Heart

• March 22, 2023 – Preparing Healthy Meals and Dining Out

Let's Celebrate!

Join us to commemorate our 25th Anniversary

• March 17th, 12pm–2:30pm

• Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse 1775 Tysons Blvd Suite 50 Tysons, VA 22102

• RSVP to Aimee by Friday, March 10 th

Chili Cook Off

Please sign up in the copy room to compete in the Chili Cook Off or bring a side; shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, tortilla chips, corn bread, cooked rice, corn bread, guacamole, etc.

Chili must be prepared at home and heated at the office in a crock pot. Please bring your own serving utensils for the Chili. Your Chili must be ready to eat by 1:30.

Categories:

• Most unique/creative

• Best names

• People's choice award/best overall

Those who are competing and are not in the office please email Aimee to sign up.

ONE TEAM. EMPLOYEE OWNED.