Wednesday, November 11, 2026 – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Statler Hotel, A Curio Collection by Hilton
1914 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75201
The Luna Awards celebrate the achievements of women, women-owned businesses, and advocates who promote and develop women at all levels in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction.
Winners will be announced at the Luna Awards Luncheon
A/E/C Firm of the Year
Dallas County Contractors Association LLC
Stephanie Lofton
DCG Environmental
Shelley Hines
J&C Sandoval Plumbers
Misty Sandoval
Red Elephant
Indu Sanka
Rising Star A/E/C Firm of the Year
Family First Comfort
Valerie Heck
FH Paschen
Brooke Moore
Numilux
Joella Phillip
Pancast Trucking LLC
Jennifer Castillo
Service Firm of the Year
Guild Electric & Telecom
Tammy Blake
Industry Mix 360 Construction / ThriveSAFE
Michele Banks
US Products
Claudia Sanchez
A/E/C Woman of the Year
Charyl McAfee-Duncan
McAfee3 Architecture + Design
Genai Walker
Tex Ark Properties
Indu Sanka
Red Elephant
Jennifer Patricio
Patricio and Co.
Joella Phillip
Numilux
Juliana Souza
Can-Am Wireless
Kayla Cordero
Falkenberg Construction Company
Lydia Rodriguez
PMSI
Momi McCarter
Resource Commercial Company
Natalie Ortiz
GAlpha Heating & Cooling
Rebecca Kraska
Falkenberg Construction Company
Rosa Fleming Stevenson
City of Dallas
Sindhu Gundimeda
Austin Commercial
Sofia Naranjo
PMG Project Management Group
Stephanie Lofton
Regional Railroad Safety Services
Susan Stabler
Brasfield & Gorrie
Tammy Blake
Guild Electric & Telecom
Valeska Reynolds
S&V Elite Property Group
Veronica Martinez
HNTB
Outstanding Professional of the Year
Adama Ba
H.J. Russell
Alexis Aceves
AECOM Hunt
Alina Campos
Concrete Preservation
Andrea Bohorquez
Webber A Ferrovial Company
Blanca Rodriguez
All Tech Electric
Cassie Quiroz
MEMCO Staffing
Chantal Lopez Da Nova
Whitecap Mechanical
Emily Pleasant
TD Industries
Gabriela Laya
H.J. Russell
Jackie Barnes
Sundt
Jennifer Melgarejo
Regent Construction Group
Julia Hintz
McCownGordon Construction
Kayla Cordero
Falkenberg Construction
Martha Loya
MEMCO Staffing
Melissa Martinez
Omega Contracting, LLC
Mimi Johnson
Turner & Townsend Heery
Nazareth Vidal
Acari Management Group
Sarah Alarcon
AEGIS
Stephanie Galindo
Turner & Townsend Heery
Valerie Heck
Family First Comfort
Yolanda Dickerson
Azteca-Omega Group
Oustanding Administrative Professional of the Year
Adriana Rivera
H.J. Russell
Andrea Arroyo
Webber A Ferrovial Company
Betzabe Castro
Omega Contracting, LLC
Blanca Rodriguez
All Tech Electric
Danielle Hong
Azteca Enterprises, LLC
Dariana Rueda
J. Ruedas Trucking, LLC
La Tonya Henderson
Azteca Enterprises, LLC
Maria Salas
Falkenberg Construction
Maria Mendez
Tucan Contracting, LLC
Marie Ruiz
Azteca-Omega Group
Michaela Pogue
ADG Concepts LLC
Naomi Ayon
Falkenberg Construction
Rosa Manzano
Delta Electrical & Controls
Roxanne Reed
H.J. Russell
Sharon Ray
McCownGordon Construction
Stephanie Navarro
Omega Contracting, LLC
Business Advocate of the Year
Alicia Edsen
Kiewit Building Group, Inc.
Anayeli Martinez Real
Kiewit Building Group, Inc.
Christina Clemmons
Regions Bank
Courtney Kelly
H.J. Russell
Dee Oswald
Kiewit Building Group, Inc
Dione Rowell
City of Dallas
Elizabeth Starbuck
Kiewit Building Group, Inc.
Gale Roberge
McCownGordon Construction
Johan Rahardjo
Can-Am Wireless, LLC
Juliana Souza
Can-Am Wireless, LLC
Ladrina Jones
The Drone Operations
Margarita Aguirre
HKS
Marissa Palance
Kiewit Building Group, Inc.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Momi McCarter
Resource Commercial Construction
Rebecca Kraska
Falkenberg Construction
Rosa Fleming Stevenson
City of Dallas
Velina Willis-Smith
Dallas ISD
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.
