Sitting in the lobby of AEW’s Boston office is the front end of an Edsel. People, especially clients, often ask about why it is there. Peter Aldrich, one of AEW’s Founders, bought the 1950 relic and placed it in the lobby because he believed it was a great way to let visitors know it would be wise not to stereotype the AEW organization or the people within it. More importantly, though, the Edsel is there to illlustrate the dangers of organizational hubris. The Ford Motor Company, one of America’s most successful organizations, did not listen to their customer when they designed it, and the car was considered a colossal failure. Having the Edsel in the lobby is a constant reminder for all of us to listen to our clients, and to always put them first.

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In January 2019, AEW has acquired prime office building in Barcelona, Spain, an asset in Vila Olimpica.