Cummings Properties Media Release - May 29, 2009

New Executive Suites open at TradeCenter 128
Cummings Properties Media Release

Leasing options at the recently built 400,000 square foot TradeCenter 128 have greatly expanded. TradeCenter Executive Suites are now available in a wide variety of sizes and configurations.

The vibrant executive business center within the brand new TradeCenter 128 opens June 1. Suites from 100-300 square feet are reportedly pre-leasing for as little as $399 per month. A friendly, professional receptionist, an onsite general manager, an Internet café, two conference rooms, and an extensive menu of customer service options are just a few of the many amenities.

"The interior design of the Executive Suites creates an ambiance that showcases clients' businesses," said General Manager Patricia Whelchel. "Leather lounge chairs, contemporary furnishings, thick carpet and subdued lighting define an elegant, professional atmosphere that compliments the modern building," she commented.

Whelchel added that the offices are ideal for sales representatives, consultants, lawyers, accountants, sole proprietors, entrepreneurs, branch and satellite facilities for regional, national, global and Fortune 500 firms, or short-term special projects.
"With the adjacent Middlesex Country Superior Court, this type of space is proving to be especially attractive to lawyers, law firms and legal professionals," she noted.

A total of 21,000 square feet of the fifth floor of this landmark facility has been converted to offices and suites that are available to lease by the hour, day, week, month or year. The executive center is owned by Aberjona Valley, Inc. of Woburn. According to Whelchel, 90 percent of Phase 1 has already been leased. The diverse clients moving in this week include attorneys, technology providers, a non-profit organization, consultants and financial services firms, she said.

Eric Anderson, leasing vice president of the building owner, Cummings Properties, said, "There is a real need for an executive suites facility. We are delighted to have Aberjona Valley open its new business, and will work very hard to accommodate their needs."

Individual and branch office suites

Individual offices come in a wide variety of sizes and configurations. For clients with several employees, suites with a communicating door are an option. Both individual offices and branch office suites are available with furnishings including a desk workstation, lateral file cabinet, rolling desk chair, guest chairs, and storage unit. Additional items may be added on an as required basis.

Each office includes a secure mahogany-stained oak door, insulated painted drywall partitions, occupancy-sensor controlled parabolic lighting and pre-installed electrical and tel/data writing. Some exterior offices have large, operable windows. Interior offices have been designed with floor to ceiling glass with decal shading.

Virtual office

Companies looking for the benefits of a business presence in a prestigious Class A building without the full-time costs have the option of a virtual office. Clients appreciate services that include a 24/7 access to a private voicemail box, a mailbox program that includes; building directory listing, the use of a prestigious business address for their website and business cards, overnight packaging, signing and sending, business support services, and access to conference rooms and a private, tastefully furnished office on an as-required basis.

Meeting clients' needs

"We thought long and hard about what potential clients would need and want in this kind of environment," Whelchel commented, "and we wanted to be sure we provided every amenity to support every individual requirement."

A friendly, well trained, professional receptionist/concierge at a granite-topped reception station greets clients' guests as they step off the elevator, as well as assists with copying, courier service, printing, faxing and mailing services. In addition to free Verizon FiOS wireless, tailored service packages are available.

She said the center layout includes a fully fitted kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, filtered water and hot beverages, a lounge area and an Internet cafe. A storage zone for files, trade show exhibits or marketing materials allows clients to keep their offices looking professional.

Two fully furnished and equipped conference rooms allow clients to host gatherings for up to eight and 20 attendees. For more than 20 attendees, a training room is also available for training and seminars. Clients are also able to select from an array of preferred local caterers for breakfast, lunch and coffee breaks.

Card key access 24-hours a day including the first floor and garage entries and 24-hour a day video recording have been installed to allow clients the convenience of coming to work at hours that suit them best. Another big hit is supposedly the 900-car parking garage with access directly from each floor of the garage into the building.

Building highlights

The LEED pre-certified Gold facility is set on 18 acres that include a pond with willow trees, picnic areas, landscaped areas, easy access to and high visibility on Interstate 95/Route 128. A 500-panel solar array will soon be completed, as well.

A soaring, glass-enclosed atrium, a three-story drive-through gateway arch and continuous bands of ribbon windows are memorable design elements in the gleaming glass and aluminum building.

Amenities

On-site amenities include banking, a lobby shop, café, coffee shop, YMCA daycare, spa and numerous service and professional companies.

Transportation highlights include 2,000 parking spaces, with a 900-car covered free parking garage, an MBTA bus with direct trips to and from Wellington Station, and close proximity to the Anderson MBTA station with Logan Express Service. There is easy highway access to I-95/Route 128, and TradeCenter 128 is strategically located near the intersection of I-93 and I-95 as well as Route 2 and the Mass Pike.