At BOND we foster an environment where women uplift, mentor and empower one another because when one of us rises, we all rise.
2025 WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK ALLYSHIP PANEL
We are delighted to announce our Annual Women In Construction Week Panel on March 5th! This event will spotlight the ways in which allyship plays a critical role in supporting, empowering, and propelling women forward both personally and professionally. All BOND employees are invited to join panelists: Alyssa Masiello, Chris McCarthy, Jamie Noel, and Mike Walsh as they share their experiences and approaches to building – and encouraging – allyship in the workplace and beyond.
Uplifting one another, celebrating every ‘ship’.
How Mentorship Lifts All Ships | Destiny Fausta, Project Engineer
Mentorship can come from anywhere—and Destiny’s journey proves it. She first learned from her steadfast mentor, her father, a Haitian immigrant who instilled in her integrity, perseverance, and curiosity. She carried these values throughout her early years, always striving to be the best version of herself.
Facing limited options after high school due to the prohibitive costs of higher education, Destiny enrolled in community college, where she discovered newfound mentorship among her peers. By listening, observing, and exchanging experiences with her contemporaries, she uncovered pivotal opportunities—like the Mass Transfer Program—which helped her transition from community college to university, setting her on the path to a career in construction management.
With each internship and real-world experience, Destiny continued to learn, adapt, and grow—refining her skills, embracing new traits, and expanding her ‘toolbox.’
Now, Destiny is paving the way for other women in the industry, proving that persistence and curiosity can chart the course to success.
How Allyship Lifts All Ships | Chris McCarthy CUSP CHST, Director of Safety
Allyship plays a crucial role in empowering women in the construction industry, and Chris McCarthy, an inspiring member of the BOND team, exemplifies this through his deliberate actions and advocacy in his role.
As Director of Safety, Chris set out to build a diverse, high-performing team—approaching hiring with an open mind and focus on talent, growth, and impact. To eliminate unintentional bias as much as possible, he had names removed from resumes, letting experience and aptitude speak for themselves. Soon, a clear pattern emerged: many of his top candidates were women.
With a firm focus on skill and potential, Chris brought women into critical roles in an industry where they have historically been underrepresented. Today, these women serve as inspiring leaders—bringing confidence, humility, and a holistic approach to ensuring safety to the workforce. They educate, train, and uplift teams, fostering a culture of excellence.
In Chris’s words: “The women in BOND’s safety department have made their worth, contributions, and effectiveness undeniable. I’m blessed to have been given the opportunity to lead them and look forward to watching them lead others now and in the future.”
How Leadership Lifts All Ships | Rebecca Klebanoff, VP & General Counsel
The construction industry has long been male-dominated, but inspiring women are reshaping the landscape through strong leadership. One of these trailblazers is BOND’s Vice President and General Counsel, Rebecca Klebanoff—whose career began in the field and continues to break barriers today.
To empower the next generation of women in construction, Rebecca shares her three essential leadership traits: authenticity, decisiveness, and resilience.
- Authenticity is the foundation of trust, credibility, and transparency. Whether navigating tough negotiations or risk management, Rebecca stays firm in her beliefs and clearly communicates her ‘why’—building long-term relationships, loyalty, and respect.
- Decisiveness is critical in leadership. The ability to assess a situation, analyze facts, and make firm decisions—even in uncertainty—prevents costly hesitation.
- Resilience is the secret sauce of leadership. For women in construction, persistence despite barriers fosters trust, strengthens teams, and distinguishes great leaders.
Strong leadership lifts us all, and we are lucky to have Rebecca as a leader at BOND.
How Stewardship Lifts All Ships | Christina Toomey, Senior Project Manager
Stewardship at BOND is about our commitment to giving back in meaningful ways. Christina Toomey embodies this mindset, turning gratitude into action and proving that even small acts of stewardship can create a lasting impact.
Christina lives by the mentality “leave things better than you found them,” a philosophy that guides both her career and her commitment to others. As a woman in construction, she’s grateful for those who paved the way before her—and she’s paying it forward by helping shape a better experience for those who follow.
A powerful example? Leading BOND’s Build-a-Bed Project, where she rallied her team to fundraise and put their skills to work, physically building beds for children in need. Her efforts raised thousands of dollars and provided hundreds of beds for the Boston Homeless Coalition.
The impact? A lift in morale, hope, and compassion. A lift in funding for a local organization supporting vulnerable children. And most importantly, a lift onto a comfortable bed for kids transitioning into stable housing or foster care.