Salvadori Center

It takes collective effort to build a greener future. As STEAM professionals work hard to contribute to a healthy environment, we work alongside them within the classroom, bringing awareness to careers that make a positive impact on the environment and teaching sustainable building practices. 🌱

encourages everyone to take a step in and continue creating a sustainable world for the future.

Learn how here: https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/2026/latest/climate-solutions

Join us today for to support our work in Northeastern Pennsylvania schools 🌟

Our programs connect students to math, science, and the arts through hands-on STEAM projects that spark curiosity, confidence, and creativity.

Over the last decade, we’ve increased the number of students receiving hands-on, collaborative learning opportunities by nearly 300%.

is an opportunity to grow our impact across Northeastern Pennsylvania and bring STEAM learning experiences to even more schools and students.

Make an impact on STEAM education in NEPA today: https://www.nepagives.org/organization/Salvadori-Center

We’re pleased to announce and welcome Robert Bryant, CFP® to the Salvadori Board of Directors. 😊

Rob Bryant is the New York City, Long Island, and Mid-Hudson Region Manager for Commercial Banking at JPMorganChase, where he partners across the full platform to deliver strategic financial solutions including lending, capital markets, M&A advisory, payments, international capabilities, derivatives, and more. 🌟

Rob brings deep expertise across credit, risk, and capital strategy. He previously served for five years as Credit Risk Executive for the Northeast and Southeast Middle Market segments, overseeing credit exposure across 18 states and leading both Cash Flow and ABL credit teams. Earlier in his career, beginning in 2000, he held roles in credit and portfolio management within the Investment Bank, supporting industries including Technology, Media & Telecom, Oil & Gas, Mining, Paper & Forest Products, and Diversified Industries. 🌟

Rob earned his degree from NYU Stern School of Business and currently resides in Manhattan.

We are honored to welcome Rob to the Board and look forward to his leadership, insight, and partnership in advancing Salvadori’s mission. 😊

Our STEAM Innovators program has expanded into in-school partnerships this year! 😄

Alongside Salvadori educator Shreya, students at The Eagle Academy for Young Men of Harlem and PS 58X recently presented their final designs and 3D prototypes to STEAM professionals from Perkins Eastman , Vagus Workshop, Benyo Studio, Parsons School of Design , and Group. 🌟

Through this process, students not only built technical skills in STEAM fields, but also learned how to communicate ideas, collaborate as designers, and advocate for spaces that better serve their communities. 🌟

We are grateful to our partner educators, design professionals, and supporters who made this work possible. ☺️

We look forward to bringing these student visions to life—and celebrating with the community at upcoming renovation days and ribbon-cutting ceremonies!

STEAM Innovators continues to connect students with the skills, tools, and real-world experiences to shape the community around them.

Learn more here

For Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we’re proud to highlight Cheryl Lu Xu, RA, LEED GA. ☺️

An Associate at Robert A.M. Stern Architects, Cheryl brings design leadership and project management experience across institutional, cultural, residential, and international mixed-use work. Since joining RAMSA in 2019, she has contributed to major projects including the renovation and expansion of the New York Historical, the UT Austin School of Civic Leadership, and planning and design work for the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School and Nationwide Children’s Hospital. 🌟

Her international experience includes leading design and coordination for a condominium development in Taiwan, as well as serving as Job Captain for an eight-tower mixed-use development in Hengqin, China. Within Robert A.M. Stern Architects, Cheryl serves as Chair Emeritus of the Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) and is also the firm’s Cornell Recruiting Captain, helping support and shape emerging design talent. 🌟

Beyond RAMSA, she is an active member of Salvadori Center’s Emerging Leaders Advisory Group (ELAG), contributing to STEAM education through Salvadori Center. 😊

Cheryl holds a Master of Architecture from Cornell University and a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Virginia.

We’re honored to celebrate Cheryl’s leadership, global impact, and continued contributions to advancing STEAM and design excellence 😊

Salvadori students from The LEAD School recently visited the International Masonry Institute where
they connected with architects, engineers, and AEC professionals to learn more about the many roles involved in design and construction. 🌟

Brick by brick and tile by tile, students worked alongside IMI team members to explore scaffolding,
materials, and the machinery used throughout the construction process. The visit provided a real-world
look into day-to-day construction and offered insight into how the built environment is developed.

Thank you to the International Masonry Institute and National Women In Roofing for making this
experience possible and for providing students with meaningful STEAM career exploration opportunities.

We’re proud to share that support for this year's Benefit has now surpassed $675,000! Thank you to our supporters and partners for making the 2026 Benefit such a success. 🌟

Your support will help us expand STEAM education for students across New York City and Northeastern Pennsylvania—empowering the next generation of architects, engineers, and innovators.

A special thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Jack Resnick & Sons, Inc., and to our outstanding honorees for their leadership and impact on the STEAM industry:

Jonathan Resnick, President, Jack Resnick & Sons, Inc. | Business Honoree
Angelica T. Baccon, Principal, SHoP Architects | Design Honoree
Miriam Harris, Vice President, Transit-Oriented Development, MTA Construction & Development | Public Service Honoree

Stay tuned for event recap photos in the coming weeks!

If you’d still like to support this work, you can contribute here: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/KNV_IKImT8j4ZBhtFJNsbQ

Building Better Futures Foundation, thank you for becoming a Salvadori Corporate Supporter! 🌟 Your partnership is helping expand STEAM education for NYC and Northeastern Pennsylvania students, empowering the next generation of architects, engineers, and innovators.

Join us at the 2026 Salvadori Benefit. Learn more: https://www.salvadori.org/2026salvadoribenefit

Happy Teacher Appreciation Day to our educators! 🌟 Your dedication to students and the lasting impact you make in and beyond the classroom do not go unnoticed. We’re truly grateful for all that you do. ☺️

Shawmut Design and Construction, thank you for becoming a Salvadori Founders Sponsor! 🌟 Your partnership is helping expand STEAM education for NYC and Northeastern Pennsylvania students, empowering the next generation of architects, engineers, and innovators.