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Posted: October 27, 2014
Medaglia of ACC: "The happiest people don't have the best of everything....they make the best of everything"
Name: Michele Medaglia
Title: President & CEO
Company Name: ACC Construction Corporation
Years in Commercial Real Estate: 30
In the last 12 months, which project, transaction, honor or accomplishment are you most proud of and why?
I am infinitely proud of our company celebrating its 30th Anniversary in 2014 - it's an accomplishment that is a true testament to our prime focus of always putting clients first, maintaining a collaborative environment both within our firm and with the clients and consultants with whom we work, and continuously going above and beyond to exceed expectations. At ACC, we value the relationships we have built, and prove on a daily basis that working with a team approach always yields success!
What is your favorite quote?
I have more than one favorite quote! Most if not all of them have to do with positive thinking and finding humor in pretty much every aspect of life. Some of my favorites are "The happiest people don't have the best of everything....they make the best of everything" "Throw me to the wolves and I will return leading the pack" and "Confidence has no competition."
Who are three women- living or dead - that you would like to have drinks with and why?
Three women I would love to have drinks with are Maya Angelou, Jacqueline Kennedy and Melissa McCarthy.
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