For Immediate Release
For Further Information:
Stefan Petrella, SPetrella@starshep.com
Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage Inc. Recognizes Excellence in Construction
Starkweather & Shepley Team at the ABC RI Excellence in Construction 2025
WARWICK, RI OCTOBER 2025 – Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage, Inc. proudly partnered once again with Associated Builders & Contractors Rhode Island (ABCRI) to present the annual Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards Banquet. Industry leaders, contractors, and partners from across the state gathered to celebrate the remarkable projects and people shaping Rhode Island’s construction industry.
The partnership between Starkweather & Shepley and ABCRI reflects a shared dedication to supporting the advancement of the construction industry, particularly the merit shop philosophy that values open competition and a free-enterprise approach to construction.
The highly anticipated event honors ABCRI members for their outstanding achievements, innovation, and commitment to quality and safety across the construction industry.
“We are excited to celebrate the achievements of the men and women in the trades.” said Peter Jacavone III, Senior Vice President and Construction Practice Group Leader at Starkweather & Shepley. “These awards spotlight the innovation, skill, and safety that define merit shop contractors. We’re honored to support an event that recognizes excellence and raises the bar for future projects.”
The EIC Awards not only highlight exemplary construction projects but also foster a strong sense of community among professionals dedicated to building a better future for Rhode Island. The evening offered inspiration, recognition, and valuable networking among the region’s top construction talent.
Congratulations to the 2025 Excellence in Construction Award Winners:
- Bentley Companies – Lincoln Technical Institute – Welding Lab (Institutional over $2MM)
- Bentley Companies – Higher Ground International (Community Public Service up to $100MM)
- Bentley Companies – RIAC Restaurants (Renovation – Nonhistorical up to $4MM)
- Bentley Companies – Penguin Point – Roger Williams Park Zoo (Special Projects under $2MM)
- Dynamic Interiors, LLC – Alta Altitude (Residential up to $100MM)
- Dynamic Interiors, LLC – Rhode Island Credit Union (Commercial under $5MM)
- Atlantis Comfort Systems – Artemas (Mechanical over $10MM)
- Ralco Electric, Inc. – Delphi-Materion Phase II (Electrical – Industrial less than $2MM)
- Coletta Contracting Company, Inc. – Bellingham Police – Locker Room Addition (Institutional under $2MM)
For more information on Starkweather & Shepley, please contact Stefan Petrella at spetrella@starshep.com.
About Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage, Inc.
Founded in 1879, Starkweather & Shepley is the 59th largest insurance brokerage firm in the U.S. and a recognized Top 10 Best Places to Work in Insurance, mid-sized company by Business Insurance. Privately held in trust since 1935, S&S specializes in commercial, personal, and employee benefits insurance, as well as risk management services. Through its partnership with Assurex Global, S&S also offers national and international expertise. The firm is headquartered in East Providence, Rhode Island, with additional locations in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Florida.
