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Thank you to our panelists:
Crosby Nordblom, Executive Vice President at Nordblom
Matthew Malatesta, Senior Managing Director at Newmark
Steven Vincent, Principal/Director of Project Management at SMMA
Alexandrea Tomisman, Project Manager at Timberline Construction
Thank you to our panel Moderator:
Melisa Tintocalis, Economic Development Director for The Town of Burlington, MA
Key takeaways:
Future of Work = Offices Must “Earn the Commute”: The workplace is shifting from a place people have to go to a place they want to be. Employers and landlords are rethinking offices around experience, connection, and culture — creating environments that truly “earn the commute” by offering something employees can’t get at home.
Amenity Spaces Only Work if They’re Activated: Beautiful design alone isn’t enough. Ongoing programming — events, tenant-led activities, food experiences, wellness offerings, and a dedicated on-site community/concierge role — is what turns amenity space into a true community hub that drives engagement and interaction across companies.
“Frictionless” Matters More Than Flashy: Small convenience features (towel service, easy AV setup, on-site fitness, food access, car detailing, plug-and-play meeting space) reduce everyday hassles and remove barriers to coming into the office. These thoughtful operational details are becoming just as important as design in attracting and retaining tenants and employees.
Flight to Quality Is Reshaping the Office Market: Companies across industries — tech, life sciences, clean tech, and beyond — are gravitating toward high-quality, amenity-rich Class A environments that support recruiting and culture. Large campuses can justify major investments in shared amenities, while smaller or outdated buildings face growing pressure to reposition or struggle to compete.
Thank you to Nordblom for hosting this event!
Learn more about the newly developed amenities center at Blue Sky Drive.