Regional Hispanic Contractors Association

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Dallas ISD M/WBE Department

🎓 The RHCA Safety Foundation and the RHCA will celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of the Workforce Training Program's 7th and 9th Cohorts at our special graduation ceremony. 🌟 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3SoszZ8

Applauses to Marisa Williams, a nominee for the ! 🏆

With A HUG AWAY INC., Marisa is up for the award. The Luna Awards celebrate professional women and women-owned businesses that are making a significant impact in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction.

Join us in celebrating their achievements and nominate your AEC leader today: https://ow.ly/1BMr50SHKkS

Applications are open!

🏗️ The RHCA Training & Safety Foundation is offering two $20,000 scholarships! One for a Hispanic male and another for a female.

🎓 Don't miss this amazing opportunity to advance your education and make your mark in the industry! Apply today: https://bit.ly/45sWFQx

It was the perfect opportunity to network and connect with RHCA members like Nachos Painting, Whitecap Mechanical, D10 Specialties, and our future RHCA member NTX Home Contractors. It was wonderful to see everyone there!

A huge thank you to Hoar Construction, LLC for hosting and providing a fantastic space for building connections that will lead to great things in the construction world. 🙌🔗

🌟 What a fantastic day we had yesterday at the City Career Fair! We enjoyed a vibrant Diversity Employment Day and insightful roundtables on the latest job opportunities across various industries.

🔍 The RHCA is looking for a driven and enthusiastic intern who is ready to enter the dynamic world of construction safety training and workforce program development.

Ready to make an impact and gain valuable experience? Join us: https://bit.ly/4524ZGp

🚧✨ Yesterday, the RHCA had the opportunity to attend the Camp Bowie Boulevard Improvements Outreach with the McCarthy team! We gained valuable insights into the extensive subcontracting and supplier opportunities available for this exciting project.

With a goal of 15% MBE/WBE participation, McCarthy is actively seeking partners in various categories including excavation, demolition, concrete paving, landscaping, sanitary sewer, electrical work, traffic control, and more. 🌟🔍

Interested in getting involved? Reach out for more details at [email protected].

Let’s build the future together! 🏗️🤝

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

Dreaming of a career in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction?

🏗️ The RHCA Training & Safety Foundation is offering two $20,000 scholarships! One for a Hispanic male and another for a female.

🎓 Don't miss this amazing opportunity to advance your education and make your mark in the industry! Apply today: https://bit.ly/45sWFQx

🍹🎉 Happy Hour Alert! 🎉🍹

Join us this Wednesday for a fantastic Happy Hour with Hoar Construction, LLC! 🎊 This is your chance to discover exciting opportunities in upcoming Texas A&M University-Commerce projects. Don't miss out on networking and insights!

📅 Date: Wednesday, July 17th
⏰ Time: 4-6 PM

👉 RSVP here: https://bit.ly/467rpGP

See you there! 🥂✨

🌟 NTTA Business Chat was a fantastic opportunity!

We joined NTTA's Business Diversity, Procurement, and internal departments to explore upcoming opportunities and learn how to engage with NTTA.

Meeting our advocacy partners, associations, and certifying agencies provided valuable insights into their unique services and programs.

Stay tuned for more updates and future collaborations!

🌟 Don't miss out this Prebid Information Meeting at The Shops at RedBird!

This is the opportunity for M/WBE-certified trade partners interested in bidding on two separate buildings and Tom Thumb projects.

Discover more about the team, project scope, schedule, and more here: https://ow.ly/CKIK50SymNR

📅 Date: Tomorrow, Wednesday, July 10
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
📍 Location: The Shops at RedBird, 3662 W Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas, TX 75237

🚧 Exciting updates from our Headquarters Remodel!

This week, our subcontractors finalized preparations for pouring concrete for our new parking lot. Additionally, our underground utility team made strides in excavating and connecting with the fire riser room inside the building.

Stay tuned for more progress updates—subscribe to our newsletter today: https://ow.ly/hvwi50Sw8hl

Happy 4th of July! 🎆

Today, we celebrate the spirit of freedom, unity, and resilience that defines our nation—wishing everyone a safe and joyful Independence Day filled with cherished moments with family and friends.

Let's honor the past and embrace the future together! 🇺🇸✨

Meet Yarith Fernandez, Awards 2024 nominee! 🏆

Yarith is the president and CEO of Y&A Cleaning, and is nominated for . The Luna Awards celebrate professional women and women-owned businesses who are making a significant impact in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction.

Make a nomination today and honor these inspiring leaders: https://ow.ly/g40x50SsXLF

Thank you to everyone who joined Houston Council Member Joaquin Martinez on June 26, 2024

The evening was a resounding success, filled with inspiring conversations and a strong sense of community. Special thanks to our incredible hosts Vladimir Naranjo, Saul Valentin, Gregg Reyes, Chris Canonico, Bobby Singh, Roger Prombol, Patrick Castillo, Ben Mendez, & John H. Martinez-D.

A heartfelt shoutout to our special guests Holly Villaseca & Rey Guerra for their engaging participation and support.

Your contributions and enthusiasm make all the difference. Together, we are moving forward with hope and determination.

Council Member Joaquin Martinez Joaquin Martinez

The Regional Hispanic Contractors Association is thrilled to have attended today's 43rd Annual Luncheon hosted by the Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce! The theme was "Igniting Success and Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders."

We were honored to join a community of leaders dedicated to fostering growth and creating opportunities for future generations. A special thank you to Post L Group Construction for being the presenting sponsor.

Let's continue to work together to secure a brighter future.

Meet one of our esteemed nominees for the Awards! 🏆

Sara Hernandez is the owner, founder, and CEO of Evita Cabinets LLC, and is nominated for and . The Luna Awards celebrate professional women and women-owned businesses who are making a significant impact in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction.

Make a nomination today and honor these inspiring leaders: https://regionalhca.org/calenda/luna-awards-nomination/

🌟 Had an incredible day at the DFW Airport SOAR Conference!

RHCA Members, Staff and RHCA Ambassadors got to dive into valuable sessions on industry resources, from navigating business with DFW Airport & American Airlines to Construction Joint Venture Agreements and dynamic contractor matchmaking roundtables!

A huge thank you to our amazing RHCA advocacy partners at DFW Airport for orchestrating such an outstanding event and leading the charge in community business development:
- Sean Donahue, CEO
- Maruchy Canty, EVP of Administration, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Tamela Lee, VP of Business Diversity and Development

🔔 Exciting Opportunity Alert!

Join us with Turner Texas and Russell for an Outreach Event to learn about the Chase Sapphire Lounge Project. Explore the details of this impressive 18,105 SQ ft space at DFW International Airport, Terminal D—North Transit Lounge.

📅 Date: July 18, 2024
🕒 Time: 3:00 - 4:30 pm
📍 Location: Choctaw Stadium, 1000 Ballpark Way, Suite 310, Arlington, TX 76011
📃RSVP: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=AHfiIHC2U0WifNjiWDsyiXbgkibwM9ROpUSgZzYEzhhURUdVV0c2TFZLQUQyUDM4U01HQzBDTlI0VC4u&origin=QRCode

Learn about GMP Packages, July 22 drawings, and bid deadlines (August 8). Don't miss this chance to be part of an exciting project!

🌟 What an incredible turnout at RHCA Houston HQ yesterday! We were thrilled to host members, small business owners, Harris Health System representatives, and HKS Architects.

Highlights included a key update on the LBJ Hospital Campus Expansion Project, with every attendee able to address their questions to the team. More info on the project: https://bit.ly/45JeE5g

Huge thanks to everyone who joined us, including Vladimir Naranjo, RHCA Board Member, and City of Houston Councilmember, Joaquin Martinez. 🙌

🚀 Explore opportunities at the New Pediatric Campus Project Information Meeting!

Join McCarthy Vaughn Partnership to meet the project team and discover upcoming bid opportunities. This is your chance to learn about the project's scope and connect with trade partners.

📅 When: June 26, 2024 | ⏰ 10:00 AM CT
📍 Where: Pegasus Park, 3000 Pegasus Park Drive, Dallas, TX 75247, Room 100
📄RSVP: https://ow.ly/vwnH50Spob0

Don't miss out on this valuable networking and information session!

at the RHCA Houston. Don't miss out on the LBJ Campus Expansion Project Networking Event!

🤝 Meet with Harris Health, HKS Architects, and project leaders. Don't miss this opportunity for small businesses, MWBEs, and community members to network, develop partnerships, and scale up.

📅 Date: June 25 | ⏰ 6:00pm to 8:00pm
📍 Location: 7047 Harrisburg Blvd., 2nd Floor, Houston, Texas 77011
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/regional-hispanic-contractors-association-networking-event-tickets-916474358477

📢 TOMORROW: Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting and Optional Site Tour for Component 4 KBHCCD - Renovation of The Black Academy of Arts & Letters (TBAAL) RFQ.

Architectural and Engineering firms interested in the RFQ for Component 4 must attend the Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting:

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, June 25
🕐 Time: 1 p.m. CST
📍 Location: Ballroom C, Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas, 650 S. Griffin St, Dallas, TX 75202

An optional site tour will follow immediately after the meeting. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the details of the renovation project.

🌟 Step into the future of construction with our new Workforce Training Program cohort!

🏗️ We're thrilled to kick off the 12th Cohort, where participants will embark on their journey with the NCCER CORE Construction Fundamental Certification. Each smile reflects the promise of a brighter future in construction. Join us in shaping tomorrow's builders today!

🚀 Ready to start your career in construction? Join our upcoming July cohorts: https://ow.ly/pHKa50SozJV

Congratulations to the Houston MBDA on an inspring event and to the winners recognized. The RHCA Houston office was proud to support.

All the best to the winners for their outstanding contributions and dedication to excellence.

Entrepreneurs of the Year: Marissa & Jeff Allen - The Cookie Society
Community Partner of the Year: Barbara Gallo - Asian Chamber of Commerce
Client of the Year: Tony Samper - American Services
Government Advocate of the Year: Congressman Al Green - 9th Congressional District of Texas
Corporate Partners of the Year: DEI Team - McCarthy
Diversity & Inclusion Advocate of the Year: Jeanette Boleware - Fort Bend ISD
Houston MBDA Advocate of the Year: Jessica Vasquez
Lifetime Achievement Honoree GEORGE MARTINEZ - VICE CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF DIRECTORS, STELLAR BANK

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. Houston MBDA Fort Bend ISD