DisruptHR Rhode Island: Energizing Human Resources at Warwick Center for the Arts
On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, the Warwick Center for the Arts came alive with the energy of forward-thinking HR professionals, business owners, and innovators. Spearheaded by Merri Rego, SHRM-CP,vDirector of Human Resources at DiPrete Engineering, DisruptHR Rhode Island made its mark on the local business community. Described as “the TEDx of the HR world, but with a twist” DisruptHR is a fast-paced, dynamic event designed to shake up traditional thinking in the HR field. The format is simple yet powerful:…
Addressing Cape Cod’s Housing Crisis: DiPrete Engineering’s Recent Projects
Cape Cod is facing a housing crisis that has left many families and individuals without viable housing options. The cost of a home on Cape Cod surged by 84 percent from 2016 to 2022, reaching a median price of $660,000 by December 2023. Meanwhile, the rental vacancy rate has plummeted to just 1%. These factors, combined with rising rents and shrinking inventory, have driven many long-time residents out of the area, leaving essential sectors like public safety, education, and healthcare…