B
oston is witnessing a surge in demand for student housing that meets academic facility needs. To address this, many colleges and universities are turning to developer-led or Public-Private Partnerships (P3) to build residence halls and other facilities.

    Al Spagnolo, founder of SGA and an expert on P3 projects, will speak at the upcoming P3 Academic Facilities Conference in Burlington, MA. The conference, organized by Boston Real Estate Times, aims to explore the growing trend of P3 in academic facilities, particularly student housing.

    P3 involves long-term contracts that bring together public and private sectors for project design, construction, financing, operation, and maintenance. This model has become increasingly popular across New England, with applications ranging from infrastructure projects to airports and healthcare facilities.

    The 2025 P3 symposium will focus on academic and student housing facilities, providing insights into partnership trends and emerging sectors. Attendees can expect to learn about growth areas, financing options, design and construction challenges, and the benefits of P3 for both private developers and colleges/universities.

    As a leading expert in P3 projects, Spagnolo has extensive experience in balancing design excellence with responsible pragmatism. He will share his expertise at the conference, which is scheduled to take place from 7:30 am to 10:30 am on January 22, 2025, at the Burlington Marriott.

    To register for the event or learn more about P3 projects, please click here.