SOMERVILLE – Hawk Strategies – the state’s premier transportation and infrastructure consulting firm – today celebrates five years in business. Founder and CEO Anthony Attanasio made the announcement at the 2024 NJ TransAction Conference & Expo, one of the largest transportation conferences on the east coast, where the firm launched five years prior. Attanasio’s vision for Hawk Strategies began in 2019 when he saw a need for a facilitator between complicated government processes and those looking to design and build infrastructure.
“Five years ago, I started with just two clients. Since then, Hawk has grown far beyond my original vision,” said Mr. Attanasio. “We now represent contractors, engineers, outdoor advertisers, the state’s largest university, paratransit service providers and many more. Along with my Vice President and Partner John Case, what originally started as a way to help folks navigate the intricacies and processes of the Department of Transportation, has expanded to a client list that includes some truly massive companies and projects in many more fields including utilities, outdoor advertising, academia and many more.”
“As Hawk Strategies’ first client, I’ve enjoyed working with their team and seeing a business relationship grow into a friendship. Looking back on five years in business together, I’m happy we chose to partner with such a promising young firm as the rewards far outweigh the investment. Congratulations on the first five years and here’s to the next five and beyond.” Bob Capoferri, Owner, Asphalt Paving Systems, Inc.
“Hawk Strategies has become a trusted infrastructure consulting partner for Creamer,” said Martin Downs, President, J. Fletcher Creamer & Son, Inc. “Whether in agency interaction, relationship building or marketing, I value their partnership and congratulate Hawk Strategies on reaching this milestone in business.”
Hawk Strategies has forged valuable relationships and partnerships with like-minded firms that have increased the services available to their clients. The firm partnered with Paddock Capital Markets, a New York based financial services firm focused specifically on the merger and acquisition markets. Hawk Strategies provides expertise in the infrastructure markets to Paddock who offer a suite of services for succession planning for companies in the infrastructure sector.
Earlier this year, Hawk Strategies and Porzio Governmental Affairs announced a strategic partnership to assist clients with their transportation and infrastructure needs. Teaming one of New Jersey’s leading law firm’s lobbying arms with the state’s leading infrastructure consulting firm provides incredible benefit to both company’s clients. Attanasio said the partnership was the perfect way to kick off his firm’s fifth year.
In addition to its core infrastructure focused consulting work, Hawk Strategies includes a full marketing arm. Art & Marketing Director Luke Richardson has built websites for the region’s leading pavement preservation contractor among others and produces both digital and printed marketing materials for a myriad of clients. In addition, the Hawk Strategies Marketing team produces social media plans and content for several of the state’s leading infrastructure firms.
“I couldn’t be prouder of the team we built,” said Mr. Attanasio, a Westfield High School graduate. “Thanks to the caliber of our team and our partners, we provide our clients with services you just can’t get anywhere else. Most importantly, I want to thank our amazing clients. We love what we do and who we do it for. I am amazed by what we’ve accomplished in just five years, and I can’t wait to see what the next five bring.”
