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HR&A Spotlight on our People: Academic Engagement
HR&A Advisors is consistently inspired by our employees' passion and dedication to supporting cities and communities around the globe. Congratulations to Research Analyst, Nisha Singh for showcasing her thesis in Istanbul at the "The Urban and Local Dimensions of Political Violence in Syria and the Middle East" conference hosted by the Syrian Urban Research Project. Read More
MDOT awards two contracts to study possible Light Rail, Metro, MARC Penn Line expansions
“HR&A is thrilled to have the opportunity to work closely with MDOT and MEDCO to advance transit-oriented development in the State of Maryland,” said Stan Wall, Managing Partner at HR&A Advisors Inc. “Catalyzing the real estate market around MARC and MTA stations leverages the state’s existing infrastructure, increases access to opportunity, and fosters equitable and sustainable economic development. This strategic approach to TOD will create a lasting positive impact for the existing and future residents and business of Maryland.” Read More
HR&A 2023 Firmwide Summit
Throughout 2023, our passionate staff have been committed to helping our visionary clients and ourselves to do better, and we decided to come together in person to share what we've learned, reconnect with our mission, and deepen relationships at our first Firmwide Summit. Read More
HR&A Spotlight on our People: Academic Engagement
HR&A Advisors is consistently inspired by our employees' passion and dedication to supporting cities and communities around the globe. Congratulations to Research Analyst, Nisha Singh for showcasing her thesis in Istanbul at the "The Urban and Local Dimensions of Political Violence in Syria and the Middle East" conference hosted by the Syrian Urban Research Project. Read More
MDOT awards two contracts to study possible Light Rail, Metro, MARC Penn Line expansions
“HR&A is thrilled to have the opportunity to work closely with MDOT and MEDCO to advance transit-oriented development in the State of Maryland,” said Stan Wall, Managing Partner at HR&A Advisors Inc. “Catalyzing the real estate market around MARC and MTA stations leverages the state’s existing infrastructure, increases access to opportunity, and fosters equitable and sustainable economic development. This strategic approach to TOD will create a lasting positive impact for the existing and future residents and business of Maryland.” Read More
HR&A 2023 Firmwide Summit
Throughout 2023, our passionate staff have been committed to helping our visionary clients and ourselves to do better, and we decided to come together in person to share what we've learned, reconnect with our mission, and deepen relationships at our first Firmwide Summit. Read More
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Economic Development Strategy
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