Skip to content

April 9, 2020

The View From Here

It has been approximately four weeks since we began the COVID 19 quarantine in earnest, and, I am genuinely impressed with two things. First, the lifeforce of support, cooperation and can-do resourcefulness exhibited by my colleagues here at Strang. That is not a “promotional statement” – I couldn’t be more sincere. We may be separated in physical proximity, but I don’t believe we’ve ever been closer in spirit. The consistently genuine level of professional and personal support is simply amazing. Thank you, all.

Second, I am also very encouraged with the prevailing holistic attitude and approach within our communities. Whilst circumstances, timetables or understandings of this virus (and its consequences) change daily, there exists a consistently thoughtful and caring mindset coupled with purposeful plans that include everyone.
A business man looking out of the window
Why? This virus doles out evenhanded cruelty across international, political, generational, ethnic and economic strata. In other words, we all ARE in this together. Like many (gratefully) I am confident humankind will triumph. In route, will we always get it right? Doubt it. Will we always make it right? Absolutely. We will become smarter, evermore compassionate and inclusive. Because if ever a cliché was true, “We only succeed when everyone succeeds”. Here. Now. The future.

Next, we roll up our collective sleeves and continue to get the job done, together. That includes our clients, contractors and aligned support personnel. Yes, we’ll be working harder – circumstances require it. But more importantly, we’ll be guiding projects smarter, safer and demonstrably more synchronized. Once again, circumstances require it.

Please know, the resolve which empowers our “True North” has not, nor ever will change. We remain as steadfast as ever – perhaps even more so – in delivering a seamless, value-added client experience across all project touchpoints – safely. Please contact me directly if you have questions or simply would like to speak. I welcome the conversation.

Take care. Be well,
Larry's signature
Larry Barton,
President and CEO
Strang, Inc.
608-276-9200

Related News

In this article, we’ll explore intelligent and cost-effective measures to achieve net zero energy when both a building’s design AND engineered systems are synchronized to yield sustainable results.
Celebrating the Spirit of United Way’s “Community of Caring” Together, we are The Power of Many. Working for All.
The life science industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by advances in biological sciences and the demand for innovative drugs and therapies. In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for new and expanded life science facilities has surged, with as much as $90 billion in capital pouring into the sector in North America in 2021 alone. In response to this demand, an innovative solution has emerged: adaptive reuse.