The Houston MBDA Business Center 4th Annual Salute to Minorities in Construction Luncheon

Award Recognizes Houston-Area Minority Construction Firms

The Houston MBDA Business Center, operated by Houston Community College, held its 4^th Annual Salute to Minorities in Construction Luncheon. The event took place, Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at the Junior League. The event honored construction firms, advocates and organizations that support them. This year’s keynote speaker was Gregg Reyes, president and CEO of Reytec Construction Resources, Inc. Five honorees were recognized for their commitment to excellence, innovation and hard work in Houston’s construction industry.

The Honorees included:

Layle McKelvey of United Airlines
Tandelyn Weaver of The Kingdom Builders’ Center, Construction Contractors’ College
Roger Pombrol of Emerald Standard Services, Inc.
J. Paul Johnson of Skilled Construction Services Unlimited
Manhattan Construction Company

“Houston has a very active construction industry, and the work done by minority construction and engineering firms is critical in helping the market continue to thrive. We are happy to recognize these individuals and firms for their contribution to our local economy,” said Chris Bilton, Houston MBDA executive director.

MBDA Luncheon 2 — District K City Council Member Martha Castex-Tatum (back row, second from the left) poses with attendees at the Salute to Minorities in Construction Luncheon.

MBDA Luncheon 4 — Hundreds of supporters attend the 4th Annual Salute to Minorities in Construction at the Junior League, hosted by Houston Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA).

MBDA Luncheon 3 — The team from platinum sponsor Allegiance Bank gather to show support at the Salute to Minorities in Construction Luncheon.

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