The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation. It consists of 11 universities and seven state agencies, each with its own mission, history and goals. Each entity of the System abides by policies and regulations established by The A&M System Board of Regents, and although they…
About AUTOARCH AUTOARCH Architects, LLC is a comprehensive, woman-owned and Houston-based architectural and planning firm with more than 28 years of experience. In close to three decades, they have successfully focused on designing buildings for education and institutional clients, with projects in K-12, higher education, career and technology. Through their emphasis in their approach on…
Look out California, Texas is now the top state to do business in, and for Minority, Women and Veteran-Owned Businesses, that means it is time to expand! Why are companies leaving California? A recent study by Joseph Vranich from Spectrum Location Solutions showed that from 2008 to 2016 more than 13,000 businesses left California and…
Turner Construction Company and the University of Houston’s Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) department hosted their first collaborative Turner Advanced School of Construction Management program on October 23-25. The three-day course was based on the foundation of the Project Management Professionals Certification tailored specifically to construction. The course was hosted by James A. Brownrigg from Turner…
Turner Construction and the University of Houston, specifically the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) department, recently partnered together for the renovation of the newly renamed Fertitta Center as well as for the Turner Advanced School of Construction Management program. The HUB program at the University of Houston was established to assists HUBs in the bid process…
Roosevelt Petry, Jr., CEO and President of GP Industrial Contractors, Inc. in Port Arthur, Texas, is no stranger to hard work. Petry prides himself on his company’s dedication to serving the industry with true skill. GP Industrial Contractors, Inc. offers 24/7 customer service, completed with immediate response, competitive pricing, qualified personnel and upgraded equipment. GP…
Fort Bend Independent School District Small Business Enterprise Program (SBEP) is excited to extend an invitation for you or a representative to attend the FBISD Small Business Enterprise Program Workshop, Wednesday, September 26, 2018, FBISD Triplex 550 Julie Rivers, Sugarland, TX 77478, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Register to attend: (www.fortbendisd.com/sbep). If you’re interested in…
“The Supplier Diversity initiative is a vital part of our business, and I’m glad to celebrate the success we have with our minority-owned, women-owned, and veteran-owned business enterprises.” – Scott Prochazka, President & CEO, CenterPoint Energy Our supplier diversity initiative is a vital part of our business, and we are glad to celebrate the success…
Proven INTEGRITY & EXCELLENCE in General Contracting By Dawn Paul, Contributing Writer It’s not every day that you hear the words “construction” and “integrity” in the same sentence, E Contractors USA, LLC. (E Contractors) is a name that stands out from the competition by not only speaking of integrity, but leading by example and walking in integrity. …
When reflecting on his childhood, it’s safe to say that entrepreneurship was and is a part of Marshall D. Isom’s DNA. It became a calling, a destiny and a ministry that would lead him to now competing in a $600 billion industry. “I was the kid at school with the separate backpack selling candy. I…
Preferred location will revitalize Northwest Mall site at I-610 and US 290 Project seen as catalyst for economic growth, new jobs and development Local connections planned with major employment centers, public transit HOUSTON [Feb. 5, 2018] – Highlighting Houston’s history as a major railway hub, Mayor Sylvester Turner and developers of the Texas Bullet…
For almost 20 years, Dannette K. Davis worked as a Project Manager and Director in Construction. But after years of working for someone, she knew there was a better way to do the work that had consumed her for almost two decades. So, she stepped out and started her own company. Kay Davis Associates (KDA)…
By Valerie Jones In recent years, government statistics have shown an increase in Minority- (MBE) and Women-Owned Businesses (WBE) in the U.S. Much like Historically Underutilized Business (HUB), these entities have not always received the same opportunities for government contracts as other businesses in the state of Texas. This is precisely why HUB programs in…
Water and wastewater treatment is a necessary function for municipalities, food processing plants, commercial businesses, hospitals and oil refineries, to name a few. And it’s the livelihood and backbone of Fort Bend Services, Inc., a company that devotes itself to providing customers with water and wastewater treatment solutions. With a history that dates back to…
By Helen Callier, Contributing Writer From Rockport to Houston to the Beaumont, Port Arthur Triangle, thousands of residential, commercial and government buildings have been affected by Hurricane Harvey and require rebuilding. As a native of Houston, I, along with the Permit Us Now team, want to help our communities get back into operations faster, so…
The Industry Liaison Program is the one point of entry for vendors seeking to do business with FEMA. The program coordinates vendor presentations with program offices and Industry Days, conducts market research, and performs vendor analysis reporting. FEMA’s Industry Liaison can be reached at 202-646-1895. Industry Liaison also maintains an enterprise-wide repository – used to…
By: Vernell Silva When you look around the city and see cranes, you see an indication of old metal coming down and likely new metal going up. When you see manufacturing facilities that use metal in their production process, then you know there is scrap metal which has more value than occupying a landfill. Government…
Trusted Engineering and Construction Program Management Quote: “Every successful person or firm has been given an opportunity to succeed by someone. We always keep this in mind and remember our roots and early beginnings, and in turn seek to provide opportunities to deserving persons and firms.” – Jim Rice, President of Rice & Gardner Consultants,…
Your Engineering, Planning, Environmental and Aviation Experts By Dawn Paul, Associate Editor Serving clients in Texas and nationwide since 1979, Quadrant Consultants Inc. (Quadrant) is a leader in the construction industry, providing expertise in the areas of engineering, planning, environmental, and aviation services for transportation, utility infrastructure, and land planning. Being a standout consulting firm, Quadrant’s experienced staff of engineers, planners, and environmental scientists understand…
By Subcontractors USA News Provider As one of the largest community colleges in the nation, the Houston Community College System (HCC) has proudly served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. HCC has served this city in various areas and in several capacities. When it comes to serving the small business community, the Small Business Development Program (SBDP) is an award-winning…
