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Marshall Benveniste

Marshall Benveniste is a writer and Senior Content Marketing Manager at ConstructConnect with the Economics Group. Marshall has written on various topics for the construction industry, including strategies for building product manufacturers, artificial intelligence in construction, and data-driven decision-making. Before joining ConstructConnect in 2021, Marshall spent 15 years in marketing communications for financial services and specialty construction firms. He holds a PhD in organizational management.

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By: Marshall Benveniste
August 15th, 2024

Subtle growth in 2024 forecast points to a brighter 2025

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By: Marshall Benveniste
August 6th, 2024

Economists Weigh in as Talk of Recession Grows

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Construction Starts

By: Marshall Benveniste
July 23rd, 2024

Nonresidential Construction Starts Rise 14.5% in June, Fall 4.8% Year-to-Date

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By: Marshall Benveniste
July 10th, 2024

What’s next in the construction economy? A leading indicator provides one glimpse into the economy’s direction

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Construction Starts

By: Marshall Benveniste
June 28th, 2024

Nonresidential Construction Starts Rise 13.3% in May, Up 0.2% Year-to-Date

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By: Marshall Benveniste
June 17th, 2024

Sr. Economist Michael Guckes adds context to Office Starts data