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Message from the President & CEO MR. D-MARS
STAFF:
CHIEF OF STAFF - Kimberly Floyd
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER - Eugenie Doualla
VP BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - Donald R. Rawls, MBA
CREATIVE MANAGER - Emma Aguiñaga
SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER - Kendra Wiseman
WEB DESIGNER & DEVELOPER - Leak Soursdey Ky
EDITOR - Erica Ponder
Expansion, collaboration, and opportunity allow you to see a vision beyond limitations, and will give you the persistence to take bold ideas and turn them into a lasting impact.
– Keith “MR. D-MARS” Davis, Sr.
Welcome to Subcontractors USA-TEXAS’ Second Annual E.C.O. Summit. We are grateful you joined this gathering of leaders, visionaries, innovators, and trailblazers from diverse backgrounds and industries as we celebrate Construction Inclusion Week. This summit will be an inspiring and transformative event full of opportunities and information that will uplift, equip, and energize professionals from various sectors, including construction, architecture, energy, engineering, technology, oil and gas, safety, transportation, utility and infrastructure.
Subcontractors USA is dedicated to fostering collaboration, driving growth across the state, and shedding light on opportunities for businesses of all sizes. Whether you are a seasoned professional or someone passionate about gaining more knowledge and growing your network, you are at the right place. We are happy to bring you insightful sessions that will allow you to connect with industry leaders who will share upcoming business opportunities, innovative strategies, and ways to strengthen your presence in the industry.
We are proud to be a platform that fosters diversity and inclusion within the subcontracting community. As we spend the day together, I encourage you to make the most of this experience. Ask questions, collaborate on ideas, and build relationships that will extend beyond this event.
Let us remain steadfast in our commitment to Expansion, Collaboration, and Opportunity. As always, we are thankful for your continued support. When you support us, you are also supporting the communities in which we live.
Keith “MR. D-MARS” Davis, Sr. President & CEO
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SR. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MGR - Chivon Jones
OPERATIONS COORDINATOR - Ronda Damon
PROJECT MANAGER - Dy’v-l Davis
FLEET MANAGER - Carneal Addison
EXECUTIVE DRIVER - Dustin Corner
PHOTOGRAPHER - Grady Carter
Contact Subcontractors USA: 7322 Southwest Fwy., Suite 800, Houston, TX 77074
Phone: (713) 373.5577
Email Us: contact@subcusa.com Web: www.subcusa.com
SILVER SPONSORS
Trainings, networking events, and more can be found on our social media and website calendar. The calendar is updated with events from Bexar County offices, resources partners, Chambers of Commerce, and more. Discover opportunities to expand your business and make new connections, identify resources to help you grow.
Visit the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Dept. website for the full calendar at www.bexar.org/sbed
We provide resources to small, minority, veteran, disabled, women owned businesses.
Information on starting and growing a business
Links you to Local, State, and Federal opportunities
Training programs and classes
Information on SMWBE, DBE, HUB programs, and contracting requirements
The University
of Houston
continues to grow not just in student population but also in the construction of new buildings such as the John M. O’ Quinn Law Building and Tilman J Fertitta Family College of Medicine.
UH’s facilities growth includes the continuous need to procure a variety of non-construction goods and services, all of which undergirds UH’s recognition as an institutional “Powerhouse.”
is a Registered Apprenticeship program that leads people to an earn-and-learn approach to employment. This structured approach to education and training allows apprentices to earn a wage while acquiring the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for a specific occupation or industry.
TRWA program plays a vital role in nurturing local talent, supporting economic development, and creating a skilled workforce that can address the unique challenges and opportunities present in rural communities. Individuals must complete the pre-apprenticeship program before being admitted to our Registered Apprenticeship program.
The pre-apprenticeship is an in-depth 4 to 16-week program designed to prepare people for today’s employment by combining industry training with soft skills, life skills, and job search techniques.
UPCOMING PRE-APPRENTICESHIP CLASSES
Cybersecurity • Carpentry • Low voltage • Plumbing
Our pre-apprenticeship program emphasizes the whole development of the individual, including goal setting, resume writing, interviewing, appropriate wardrobe for success, leveraging your job hunt, resolving conflicts, time management, financial competence, and a chance to put newly acquired skills into practice.
The first week will focus on foundational job readiness skills, delivered through in-person training at a designated location. In the following weeks, participants will transition to specialized industryspecific training to further enhance their skills and prepare them for the workforce.
Business Opportunity promotes initiatives to assist in the growth of Houston's business community, particularly Historically Underutilized, Women, and Minority Owned businesses.
Fort Bend Independent School District
Small Business Enterprise Program
The Fort Bend Independent School District’s (FBISD) Small Business Enterprise Program (“SBEP”) provides increased business opportunities for locally certified small businesses to participate in contracting and procurement at the District.
• The FBISD Board of Trustees adopted the Small Business Enterprise Program. In November, Fort Bend ISD voters approved the 2023 Bond, a $1.26 billion package that includes funding for the construction of new schools and classroom additions, safety and security enhancements, renovations to address maintenance and adequacy throughout the District, and transportation and technology needs.
• The SBEP is a goal-oriented program, requiring contractors to whom the District awards prime contracts for architectural design services, engineering design services or construction services valued at $50,000 or greater to use, at a minimum, “Good Faith Efforts” to utilize certified small businesses subcontractors, suppliers and consultants.
• FBISD has set an annual SBEP participation goal of twenty-five (25%) percent of the dollar amount of all SBEP-eligible contracts.
• FBISD recognizes that individual actual participation may vary based on subcontracting opportunities, availability of small/minority businesses, and price competitiveness.
For more information, visit www.fortbendisd.com/sbep
Program Recognitions
f Top 25 Supplier Diversity Champion (Subcontractor USA)
f Strategic Partner of the Year (GHBPF)
f Minority/Women Business Advocate of the Year (GPC)
f Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award (NPI)
C ontractor D iversity P rogram
Contractors Needed
• Construction
• Suppliers
• Professional and other services
Become a Harris County vendor
• Visit the Harris County Bonfire Portal
• Create a vendor account
• Upload requested documents
M/WBE Eligibility
• Minority- and Woman-owned businesses with the following certifications:
– MBE and WBE from the City of Houston
– HUB from the State of Texas
– DBE from the TX Unified Certification Program
– U.S. Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Program
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) and Federal Small Business Program Mission is to:
Provide opportunities to compete on a level playing field with all other suppliers for current and planned MDACC contracts
Increase our annual expenditures with women, minority, small, small disadvantaged, veteran, and service-disabled veteran owned businesses
Comply with all federal, state and local regulatory procurement guidelines
Register as a supplier at: www.mdanderson.org/suppliers
For list of bid opportunities: www.mdanderson.org/bids
Visit our website at: www.mdanderson.org/HUB
Certifications we accept:
State of Texas HUB and SBA Federal Small Business Certifications
State certification application: www.comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/ To obtain Federal certification, go to: www.sba.gov/contracting
For further information:
Gabriela Zambrano, MBA Associate Director MGZambrano@MDAnderson.org
Barbara Howard, MBA Sr. HUB Coordinator: Bhoward@MDAnderson.org
A message from Lina Sabouni, AIA AUTOARCH Co-Founder & Principal In Charge
To our Community Leaders:
• Empower Locals: they are the backbone of our Community.
• Empower Women: they shape the Future.
• Empower Entrepreneurs: they carry the Potential.
To our Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs:
• Embrace Conviction: Stand for what you believe in.
• Define Your Path: Clarify your aspirations.
• Rise to the Challenge: Step up to the plate and give it your best.
• Be Unique: Ignite your Individuality and create your Impact.
Founded three decades ago, AUTOARCH Architects is on a mission to enhance lives through thoughtful design. We are a specialized architecture and planning firm focused on designing quality smart facilities. Over the course of 30 years, AUTOARCH has evolved into a renowned expert in design excellence. With a portfolio spanning more than 350 local projects, encompassing a remarkable total of over 40 million square feet, our influence on the built environment is deeply embedded in our local fabric. Specializing in education, healthcare, and civic projects, we are dedicated to shaping spaces that enrich our communities.
We hold firm our commitment to functionality, adaptability, and seamless technology integration. Our award-winning designs are meticulously crafted to inspire and create spaces that evolve with changing needs and technological advancements.
In a rapidly evolving industry, AUTOARCH stands as representation. As a women-owned local firm, we are tied to community values – we are constructing legacies, not just buildings. Our dedication echoes in every project and every community we have touched.
Building the Future
More than Bricks & Mortar
As one of the nation’s largest builders, Turner is dedicated to providing avenues of opportunity for Minority and Woman-Owned Businesses in Houston to achieve entrepreneurial success. Our commitment to social responsibility and fair play is not just on paper; it’s ingrained in our company culture. We are devoted to making contributions that not only strengthen the local economy, but also reflect the demographics of the community at large.
Turner is proud to celebrate our 35th year of The Turner School of Construction Management in partnership with The City of Houston, Office of Business Opportunity. We remain steadfast in our commitment to grow capacity in Small, Minority and Women owned enterprises in the communities where we work.
Great Wolf Lodge Resort Webster
Axiom Space Headquarters
University of Houston The RAD
THE CELEBRATION CONTINUES!
The T in Diversity
Tellepsen is recognized throughout the Houston area for its track record in establishing resultsoriented programs for historically underutilized business (HUB) But as our company values tell us, the status quo is unacceptable Where we have an opportunity to grow stronger is where our mission is taking us next: to evolve in greater diversity within our organization and significantly expand our MBE collaborations
Over the decades we have shared in successful projects with our MBE affiliates We have significantly much more to accomplish in adding more MBE partnerships and expanding our workforce diversity to accomplish our elevated mission to achieve exemplifying “A Company For All” that will reflect the same demographics and culture spectrum as that of the Greater Houston Area.
Our strong support for HUBs in the construction industry has resulted in large dividends for those companies with the quality, delivery, experience, and good credit to participate as partners with Tellepsen.
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National
in Diversity Award Winner
ABC and AGC (2020)
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Austin Commercial is one of the largest, most diversified builders in the United States. We are nationally recognized for our exceptional safety records, diversity-inclusion program, and our innovative construction solutions across several diverse markets:
» Aviation
» Corporate/Office
» Healthcare
» Hospitality
» Landmark Projects
» Mixed-Use/Retail/ Residential
» Semiconductor & Fabrication Plants
» Sports/Public Assembly
» Themed Entertainment
» University/Higher Education
COMPANY OVERVIEW
With $48,000,000 of work managed in 2023, Hadley Construction Group is quickly becoming one of the top Minority Contractors in the Construction Management Marketplace. The organization was designed and created to manage major projects. The Firm’s two Principals bring a combined 50 years for proven Construction Management Skills to the marketplace.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• A Preconstruction Services Department with Estimating and Scheduling capability
• Utilization of Procore, Oracle Primavera Unifier, and Autodesk CAD
• Project Management Resources including Four Experienced Project Managers, Six Superintendents, Two Safety Managers, Quality Control Management, and Critical-path Scheduling Resources
• Complete Project Closeout capacity
DIFFERENTIATORS
Our commitment is reflected in our ownership, Hadley Construction Group is 100% Minority Veteran Owned. One of our proudest achievements is the utilization of minority and start-up firms. We pride ourselves on helping minority owned businesses by providing contracts and skilled labor to increase the success rate of smaller organizations. We are fully committed to the successful delivery regardless of the obstacles.
Infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone
Uplifting communities, improving access and sustaining our planet
Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, we believe infrastructure has the power to uplift people and communities.
We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm — planners, designers, engineers, program and construction managers driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, energy and the environment, our public- and privatesector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges.
How we’re delivering a better world
Creating sustainable legacies
We are leading the change towards a more sustainable and equitable future by partnering with our clients to provide solutions that help them achieve their environmental and social value ambitions and advancing sustainable business operations to help prevent the worst impacts of climate change.
Accelerating our industry’s digital transformation
We are transforming how we work to drive faster results, smarter solutions and better outcomes. From pioneering digital design to developing innovative digital solutions that increase engagement and streamline processes, we bring the best minds together to solve our clients’ biggest challenges.
Through our Think and Act Globally strategy we are focused on extending our industry-leading, global expertise to each of our projects around the world, transforming the way we deliver work through technology and digital platforms, and enhancing our position as a leading Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) company.
Advancing equity, diversity and inclusion
When we feel free to be ourselves, we thrive. Equity, diversity and inclusion are core to our vision, and we are focused on taking action by bringing together a multitude of voices, ensuring that everyone is heard and cultivating equitable opportunities for all.
DIVERSITY
IS THE SPICE OF Life AT H - E - B
H-E-B’s Supplier Diversity Program works hard to ensure we’re selling goods and utilizing services from a wide variety of Texan businesses. We’re proud that our suppliers are as diverse as the Lone Star State itself.
As a former small business ourselves, we believe in and celebrate the value & strength that working with small businesses, local businesses, and businesses owned by minorities, women, LGBTQ+, Veterans, and disabled Texans brings to both our business and the communities we serve.
Keith J. Daivs, Jr., President
S T A T E W I D E
HEAVY HIGHWAY & TRANSPORTATION FORUM
The Regional Hispanic Contractors Association invites contractors, subcontractors, architects, and engineers to explore upcoming project opportunities with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
Why Attend?
Learn about the $ Billions in Construction Project Opportunities
AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO
Network with TxDOT Leadership
Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Tucker Ferguson, P.E.
Austin District Engineer TxDOT
Charles Benavidez, P.E.
San Antonio District Engineer TxDOT
HOUSTON/BEAUMONT
Friday, November 22, 2024 | 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Martin Gonzalez, P.E.
Beaumont District Engineer TxDOT
Greg Snider, P.E. Alternative Delivery Director TxDOT
DALLAS/FORT WORTH
Thursday, December 19, 2024 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Ceason Clemens, P.E.
Dallas District Engineer TxDOT
Greg Snider, P.E.
Alternative Delivery Director TxDOT
David M. Salazar
Fort
TxDOT
Matthew Evans, P.E.
Contractors Subcontractors Engineers Who Should Attend?
Lea Jacobson, P.E.
San Antonio Director of Construction TXDOT
Greg Snider, P.E. Alternative Delivery Director TxDOT
Varuna A. Singh, P.E. Houston Deputy District Engineer TxDOT
Fort Worth Director of Construction
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Demetrius Navarro Founder/President & Senior Benefits Consultant
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