Luna Awards Luncheon
Friday, June 27, 2025
10:45 AM – 1:30 PM
(Business Attire)
Omni La Mansión del Rio
Madero Ballroom – 5th Floor
112 College St., San Antonio, TX 78205
10:45 AM
Registration/Networking
11:15 AM
Doors Open
11:30 AM
Program and Awards Ceremony
1:30 PM
Closing/Networking
Nominations Close June 6, 2025
Nominees Narrative Due June 13, 2025
The RHCA may choose not to present an award if a nomination fails to meet the established criteria for the LUNA Award.
Perla Aviles
STV Inc.
Outstanding Administrative Professional of the Year
Magno Concrete, LLC
Atocha Cervantes
Rising Star A/E/C Firm of the Year
Amber Cordova
CMC Construction Services
Outstanding Professional of the Year
Cristina Doty
Best Block
Outstanding Professional of the Year
Stephanie Garcia
Rogers O’Brien Construction
Outstanding Professional of the Year
Gabriela Gomez
Satterfield & Pontikes
Outstanding Professional of the Year
Christina Gonzalez
Flintco, LLC
Outstanding Professional of the Year
Stephanie Hajducek
This One’s for the Gals
A/E/C Woman of the Year
Colette Holt
Colette Holt & Associates
Business Advocate of the Year
Service Firm of the Year
Courtni Navarro
Rogers-O’Brien Construction
Outstanding Administrative Professional of the Year
Heather Osborn
MEMCO
Outstanding Administrative Professional of the Year
Griselda Dominguez
Proficient Constructors, LLC
Outstanding Administrative Professional of the Year
Araceli Rodriguez
TxDOT
Business Advocate of the Year
Texas Staffing Solutions
Melissa Saldivar
Service Firm of the Year
Chickenango Marketing Solutions
Jennifer McPherson
Service Firm of the Year
Elizabeth Sturgill
Maximus Construction LLC
A/E/C Woman of the Year
Lucinda Sullivan
Rx Technology
Outstanding Administrative Professional of the Year
Alejandra Tamez
Rogers-O’Brien Construction
Outstanding Professional of the Year
Jeanne Tarrants
Legacy Engineering Group
Lifetime Achievement Award
Isidra Tovar Vargas
Proficient Constructors, LLC
Outstanding Professional of the Year
Rebecca Young
Lone Star Construction Trades Training
Business Advocate of the Year
To view the full criteria for each of the categories click on the category to see the details.
For any questions regarding the nomination process, please contact:
Yolanda Tafoya:
972-365-9758
Ernesto Uranga:
214-919-5384
Main office:
972-786-0909
Winners of the Luna Awards are selected using Award Force, an award-winning cloud-based software designed to manage nominations, submissions, and judging processes online. Known for its speed, security, and user-friendly design, Award Force ensures a seamless experience for entrants, judges, and program managers by automating workflows and maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the process.
To preserve the element of surprise and ensure impartiality, all judges, nominees, and involved parties remain unaware of the total scores and the identities of the winners until they are revealed during the Luna Awards Luncheon in the host city.
Honors a leading woman-owned firm in architecture, engineering, or construction that exemplifies innovation, growth, and industry leadership. This company has taken bold risks, set new trends, and made a lasting impact in the A/E/C sector.
Eligibility Criteria:
Operates within the A/E/C industry (Architecture, Engineering, or Construction).
At least 51% woman-owned and controlled.
Under current ownership for a minimum of 5 years.
The Nominee must be based or operate in the award region: Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, Rio Grande Valley/South Central, or San Antonio.
Honors a woman-owned business that provides essential services or products to A/E/C firms. These businesses play a vital role in supporting the industry through consulting, workforce solutions, printing, specialty products, equipment, training, and more.
Eligibility Criteria:
A non-A/E/C business supporting the A/E/C industry.
At least 51% woman-owned and controlled.
Eligible industries include accounting, consulting, legal, marketing, HR services, printing, signage, janitorial, and specialty supplies.
The Nominee must be based or operate in the award region: Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, Rio Grande Valley/South Central, or San Antonio.
Recognizes an emerging woman-owned A/E/C firm that is breaking new ground with innovation, bold leadership, and strong potential for future growth.
Eligibility Criteria:
Operates within the A/E/C industry.
At least 51% woman-owned and controlled.
Under current ownership for less than 5 years.
The Nominee must be based or operate in the award region: Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, Rio Grande Valley/South Central, or San Antonio.
Recognizes a dedicated administrative professional whose behind-the-scenes contributions strengthen and support an A/E/C firm’s success. This award honors individuals in office management, accounting, executive support, marketing, IT, and related fields.
Eligibility Criteria:
At least 3 years of experience in the A/E/C industry.
Employed in an administrative role such as Office Manager, Accountant, Executive Assistant, Business Development, Marketing, IT Support, etc.
The Nominee must be based or operate in the award region: Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, Rio Grande Valley/South Central, or San Antonio.
Recognizes a standout professional in A/E/C who plays a pivotal role in project execution, leadership, and innovation. Honorees include Superintendents, Engineers, Architects, Project Managers, Schedulers, Estimators, and Maintenance Supervisors who ensure successful project delivery.
Eligibility Criteria:
Employed in a professional A/E/C role (Director, Architect, Engineer, Project Manager, Scheduler, Estimator, Maintenance Supervisor, Office Manager, etc.).
The Nominee must be based or operate in the award region: Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, Rio Grande Valley/South Central, or San Antonio.
Celebrates an exceptional woman who has significantly contributed to the architecture, engineering, or construction industry. A visionary leader, she drives business success, fosters teamwork, and shapes the industry’s future.
Eligibility Criteria:
At least 5 years of experience in the A/E/C industry.
Plays a key leadership role in company growth and team success.
Holds a senior executive position (CEO, CFO, COO, President, VP).
The Nominee must be based or operate in the award region: Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, Rio Grande Valley/South Central, or San Antonio.
Honors an individual or company dedicated to advancing and empowering women in A/E/C. This award recognizes champions who actively promote inclusion, create opportunities, and drive progress for women in construction, architecture, or engineering.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to both individuals (female or male)
The Nominee must be based or operate in the award region: Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, Rio Grande Valley/South Central, or San Antonio.
Pays tribute to a trailblazing woman with 20+ years of dedication and impact in the A/E/C industry. This award honors a career of leadership, contributions, and lasting influence.
Eligibility Criteria:
At least 20 years of experience in the A/E/C industry.
Has made significant contributions to the field.
The Nominee must be based or operate in the award region: Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, Rio Grande Valley/South Central, or San Antonio.
