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Newmark Knight Frank 1333 Broadway 5th Floor Corridor

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Ameritrade 99 Wall Street

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Jaba Furniture Bronx Terminal Market

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Michaels Bronx Terminal Market

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Empire State Building 75th Floor

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NYCHA Fit-Out

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Stifel Nicolaus 237 Park Avenue, 8th fl

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NYAC Renovation

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YWCA 1st & 2nd Floors

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Wachovia Lake Ronkonkoma, NY

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT

Staples

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Conway Bronx Terminal Market

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Newmark 1400 Broadway Suite 803

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NYU Kimball Hall

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UBS Northfield Expansion

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UBS Southampton, NY

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President of Tri-Line, José Velazquez honored by Heartshare.

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

President and founder of Tri-Line, New York City’s largest Minority-owned Business Enterprise in the construction industry was honored by Heartshare at the Annual Spring Gala and Auction at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square. Making a world of difference in the community since 1914, HeartShare Human Services of New York is a nonprofit human services agency dedicated to improving the lives of people in need of special services and support. HeartShare helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives. “It is a privilege to be a part of something so meaningful and vital” said José Velazquez. “Learning and understanding the work and achievements of Heartshare is a moving and humbling experience. I will continue to support Heartshare for the rest of my life” he went on to say.

It was a star-studded evening. In attendance to support this wonderful organization were celebrities such as Danny Aiello, Emmy Award-winner Linda Dano, Rosanna Scotto (Good Day New York), Jim Kerr (Q 104.3 Morning Show), Tony Sirico (The Sopranos), Tamara Tunie (Law & Order: Special Victims Unit), Kathryn Newton (Gary Unmarried), Shae D’Lyn (Dharma & Greg), Melissa Clare Egan (All My Children), Crystal Hunt (The Guiding Light), Academy Award-winner Cathy Moriarty, Barbara Feldon (Get Smart), and more.

HeartShare assists 20,000 individuals annually through more than 60 programs throughout New York City offering a complete spectrum of services, extending from early childhood through adulthood. The entire Tri-Line family is proud to have been a part of the 2009 Spring Gala and Auction in support of HeartShare.

Tri-Line Completes Yankee Stadium Museum and Conference Center

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Tri-Line, New York City’s largest Minority-owned Business Enterprise in the construction industry, is happy to announce the completion of The Yankee Stadium Museum and Conference Center. “Being a part of this project is the high light of my career” says President of Tri-Line, José Velazquez. “Having been raised in the Bronx and having been a fan of the Bronx Bombers my entire life, this really marks the pinnacle point in my life” he went on to say.

One of the Museum’s many features is what is referred to as the “Ball Wall”. It consists of a glass enclosure containing the autographed baseballs of every player in the history of the NY Yankees. The “Ball Wall” also plays an integral part of the depiction of the famed historic World Series final perfect game pitch thrown by Don Larsen to Yogi Berra. It contains the representation of the final pitch in flight. A life size bronze statue of Don Larsen is positioned at one end of the wall, pitching to a life size bronze statue of Yogi Berra in crouched position at the other, symbolizing the final pitch for the final out, concluding the historic 1956 World Series perfect game. Another feature is the display of the late great Yankee Captain Thurman Munson’s original locker. Relocated from the original stadium, the care and caution that was required in this task was in and of itself monumental and memorable. The Conference Center is a “state of the art” conference facility located on the premier suite level of the stadium. Fully equipped with automated audio visual systems, lighting systems and teleconferencing capabilities, for the first time ever companies and corporations are able to conduct business just prior to enjoying the entertainment of America’s favorite pass time.

Tri-Line is proud and thrilled to have been a part of this “once in a lifetime” construction project. Having recently been awarded projects such as Staples at the Bronx Terminal Market, Tri-Line looks forward to continuing to be a part of to the revitalization the Bronx.

Tri-Line tapped by Wachovia for build-out of Lake Ronkonkoma Financial Center

Wed, 20 May 2009 07:00:00 GMT

Tri-Line, New York City’s largest Minority-owned Business Enterprise in the construction industry, is happy to announce that they were recently selected as General Contractor for the build-out of the Wachovia Financial Center in Lake Ronkonkoma. Tri-Line has been a member of the Wachovia construction team for over five years building out braches in New York City, Long Island and Connecticut. “We are thrilled that Wachovia has decided to once again place their trust in us” says Tri-Line Senior Vice President Michael Abiuso. “We have always strived to exceed Wachovia’s expectations and we believe it is the reason they continue to place their trust in us” he went on to say.

Tri-Line has enjoyed experiencing the evolution of the Wachovia design over the years. Wachovia and their design teams are always searching for the perfect solution to create the perfect customer experience. Every design detail is carefully reviewed and scrutinized during the design phase and at the completion of each project. Working with Al Tosto, Vice President at Wachovia, the evolution and implementation of the design is a shared experience for the team where each branch is a refinement and improvement of the previous. Remaining eager to learn and improve has always been the key to this success. The Lake Ronkonkoma assignment is especially exciting for the Wachovia design and construction team as it marks a milestone in the history of the firm. The design for the Lake Ronkonkoma Financial Center is the first to include Wells Fargo design standards. It is the first of the new “hybrid” designs that merges both the Wachovia and Wells Fargo design standards. This transformation is the beginning of what the Wachovia design and construction team believes will truly capture the perfect customer experience.

José Velazquez – Clarence E. Swanston Leadership Award Recipient

Mon, 29 Sep 2003 07:00:00 GMT

President of Tri-Line José Velazquez was honored by being presented with the Clarence E. Swanston Leadership award on Thursday, September 29, 2005. This honor was bestowed upon him in recognition of his continued support and dedication to the advancement of the Minority and Woman Owned Business community. Mr. Velazquez has led Tri-Line to an astounding level of success in part by tapping the unique expertise of minority and woman owned businesses. “You must support the community; it is what keeps New York City at the epicenter of the world” said Mr. Velazquez.

Born in Humacau Puerto Rico in 1947, Mr. Velazquez came to the United States at the age of 3. He was raised in the Bronx and schooled in the New York City public school system. He served in the United States Navy from 1966 through 1968 and is a veteran of the Viet Nam War. Starting in the construction industry in 1970 as a timekeeper for a small construction firm he quickly moved up the ladder. He became an estimator for a drywall company in 1972 and went on to become a project manager for a New York City General Contracting firm in 1979. By the 1980’s he was managing the construction of some of New York City’s most significant construction projects. In February of 2000, with a $50,000 loan, he started Tri-Line. By the end of the first year Tri-Line’s annual revenue was $1 million. In 2005 it is projected their annual revenue will reach $80 million. From humble beginnings to President of one of New York City’s most prominent construction firms; Mr. Velazquez has proven that with hard work, vision and purpose you can make your dreams become a reality and still maintain a sense of community and good will.

Tri-Line has been awarded General Contracting and Construction Management contracts by major companies/corporations such as Kleinfeld Bridal, MetLife, Fredric Fekkai, AIG, Susquehanna International Group, Shearman and Sterling, Wachovia, National Basketball Players Association, Potamkin Auto Mall, Hummer of Manhattan to name a few, and employs over 75 of New York’s finest construction professionals. When asked what the plans are for the future Mr. Velazquez had this to say: “As long as I stick to my convictions; provide the best construction services money can buy and strive to continually exceed the expectations of my clients I’m sure that Tri-Line will continue to grow and flourish. What I look forward to most is being able to continue to give back to the community and support the people that live in it.”