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The 2026 Built by Ella – Luna Awards Houston brought together outstanding women, industry leaders, and community partners to recognize those making a lasting impact across Houston’s architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.
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A/E/C Firm of the Year
Evita Cabinets
Sara Esther Hernandez
General Commercial Solutions LLC
Janie Maldonado
Service Firm of the Year
Blue Chip Services
Rita Gamboa
Corporate Caterers
Carole Martinez
JLA Rentals
Andrea Guevara
Odigo Learning
Gillian Levi
Sunshine Personnel Solutions, LLC
Maribel Rodriguez
Y&A Cleaning
Yarith Fernandez
Rising Star A/E/C Firm of the Year
Aquemini Constructors
Brittane Peterson
Built by Bond
Nicole Marie Charvet
Ceiling Crafters LLC
Brenda Medrano
Coworks Project Management
Jackie Edaburn
Doctor Demolition LLC
Daphne Serrato
ELS Construction
Rain Davis
Squared Away Trucking
Nina Washington
Valencia Professional Group
Suzie Kondylopoulos
3rd Coast Facility Maintenance, Inc
Angie Montelongo
A/E/C Woman of the Year
Tamala Austin
Harris Health
Melody Galland
Texas Department of Transportation
Diana Gonzalez
G&B GROUP LLC
Daniela Gonzalez
Doca
Sara Esther Hernandez
Evita Cabinets
Jennifer Holmes
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses
LaKeeVia Jackson
Webber Waterworks
Tina Mendez
3rd Coast Facility Maintenance, Inc.
Joanna Muller
JD Martin
Elvia Quintanilla
Texas Technical Trade School
Rebecca Ann Roberts
All Points Warehouse
Jessica Osuna
MEMCO
Outstanding Professional of the Year
Jeanette Boleware
Fort Bend ISD
Esmeralda Gusman
JE Dunn
Letti Hernandez
Pate Garver, LP
Hannah Icenhower
Encore Concrete Construction
Gabriela Perez
MEMCO
Susana Salgado
Anchor Construction
Natalie Smith
Element Architects
Erica Stephens-Lynch
Port Houston
Outstanding Administrative Professional of the Year
Dignora Casanova
Casanova Signs
Mary L. Groves
METRO
Veronica Guerrero
Ace Handyman Services Central Houston
Chivon Jones
Subcontractors USA
Danielle Munoz
METRO
Melissa Paladio
Houston City College
Brittaney Powell
PPG Global LLC
Bianca Rodriguez
Sunshine Personnel Solutions, LLC
Astrid E. Sierra
PMG Project Management Group, LLC
Business Advocate of the Year
Jeanette Boleware
Fort Bend ISD
Veronica Douglas
Houston City College
Delfina Flores
Al-fin Photography
Elizabeth Guzman
Texas Capital
Jerrad Jefferson
McCarthy Building Companies
Otis Johnson
METRO
Ian Medina
Reytec Construction Resources
Shurronda Murray
METRO
Gabriela Zambrano
MD Anderson
Lifetime Achievement Award
Lori Brown
Webber Waterworks
Danielle Hardy
Associated Builders and Contractors of Greater Houston
Gabriela Perez
MEMCO
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.
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.
vRecognizes 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
