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Over 500 attend 50th anniversary
for OLA Consulting Engineering

Shown (from left) are: Matthew Amicone, principal-in-charge of NYC office; Steven Abbattista, principal-in-charge of operations;
Jill Walsh, principal; John Torre, principal-in-charge of electrical engineering; OLA founder Tom O’Dea; Patrick Lynch, president;
James Dolan, principal-in-charge of energy engineering; and Robert Gruffi, principal-in-charge of mechanical engineering.

Valhalla, NY OLA Consulting Engineers LLC celebrated 50 years of excellence in engineering with an anniversary party held in the Atrium of their new office building at the Summit at Westchester, located at 100 Summit Lake Dr. The celebration marked not only a major milestone for the firm but also their exciting move to updated – and expanded – headquarters.

The event brought together more than 500 attendees from a variety of trades and professions, both inside and outside the building industry, underscoring OLA’s collaborative spirit and its integral role in the region’s development. The celebration also paid tribute to OLA’s lasting impact on Westchester County through its work on numerous landmark projects for clients that include PepsiCo, Regeneron, Swiss Re, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, White Plains Hospital, Northern Westchester Hospital, White Plains Public Library, Rippowam Cisqua School, Katonah/Lewisboro School District, Stone Barns Center for Agriculture, Pace University, Manhattanville University, Westchester Community College, Westchester County Parks, and Westchester County Department of Public Works & Transportation.

“We were thrilled by the incredible turnout from our many friends and valued clients,” said Patrick Lynch, PE, president of OLA Consulting Engineers. “It is an honor to celebrate this milestone which reflects the enduring relationships we’ve created and the support we’ve received in Westchester County and the Hudson Valley. We’re looking forward to moving our headquarters to a beautiful new space at the Summit next month.”

Since its founding in 1974, OLA has grown from a small regional firm to the largest engineering firm in the Hudson Valley focused on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection engineering, as well as energy engineering and commissioning services. Known for their focus on sustainability, OLA has contributed to projects that range from new construction to retrofits and renovations, blending technical excellence with environmental responsibility.

With their new headquarters as a launchpad for future growth, OLA’s 50th anniversary celebration highlighted not only their legacy but also their vision for the decades ahead. The Atrium, filled with partners, colleagues, and friends, served as a fitting backdrop for honoring the relationships, technical expertise, and community focus that have defined OLA’s journey.

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