As Director of Preconstruction at STACK Infrastructure and former Director of Preconstruction at Gilmore Construction, I bring a unique perspective spanning both general contracting and development that positions me to advocate for and advance the interests of HCC members. Over the years, I have served HCC as a Board Member, committee leader, and mentor, committed to creating opportunities for diverse contractors, building scholarship pathways, and elevating small and minority-owned businesses. Recognized nationally as an ENR 20 Under 40 leader, I am passionate about leveraging my experience, industry network, and leadership to ensure HCC continues to thrive as the voice and resource for our community.
I started my career with one of the most notable and recognized general contractors in the country. Turner Construction. That adventure led me to years in Preconstruction working on some of the most phenomenal projects in the area including interior renovations, K-12, technology, healthcare, aviation, sport fields and arenas, private medical practices, data centers, high-rise construction, and battery production facilities. As I developed into a preconstruction professional, I realized that our work in construction does not stop at what we do for our general contractors, designers, or trade partners. It goes beyond to the people who support us every day. Our communities. I was born in small town in El Salvador, in Central America. I remember and continue to embrace the struggles and the constant survival skills that instilled in me a sense of pride in our Hispanic community. I am proud to be a Latina adopted by someone who took at shot at me when I did not have anyone else in my corner. Ever since I got to America, I have worked hard to create a legacy for myself, those who walk next to me, and for future generations. I keep my story and upbringing close to me and continue to use it as my compass for how I drive myself in this industry, and the efforts I put into growing and nurturing our Hispanic community. Throughout my years at Turner, I developed a passion for all things community. I wanted to make a difference in this industry, so I joined the Hispanic Contractors of Colorado in 2019. I attended regular member meetings and participated in all events and fundraising efforts. While trying to donate more of my time to my community, I asked my friends in the industry to help me get more involved with the HCC. Enrique Elizondo, Ale Spray, and James Martinez, great advocates for the HCC, invited me and others to participate in the Young Leaders Group for the HCC. This experience led me to meet incredible people who are now great friends and consider family. My involvement with the HCC did not stop there – I began taking on some volunteered roles for event planning and teaching opportunities in Spanish. In 2024, I was given the amazing opportunity to take on a new challenge and became the Director of Preconstruction for Gilmore Construction. An incredible company that focuses on not only providing outstanding results in the construction work they do, but also making an impact by working closely with small business throughout Colorado. This opportunity has only opened the doors for me and the passion I have for providing opportunities to those who have created a name for themselves through hard work and perseverance, just like the rest of our Hispanic community. My work with the HCC has continued to grow and with the support from Gilmore Construction, I know the opportunities will be endless. To be able to make an impact in our industry by giving back is something I look forward to.
HCC Experience:
- Future Leaders Committee – Member 2019-2021
- Women in Leadership Committee – Member 2020-Present
- Aviation Committee – Member 2019-2020
- Marketing, Membership and Events Committee – Member 2024-Present
Other Relevant Experience
- Chanda Plan Foundation – Board Member 2019-2023
- enver Metro Chamber of Commerce Education & Workforce Committee – Member 2021-2023
- CU Boulder – Mentor and Lecturer 2020 – Present
- Denver Public Schools – Mentor 2021 – Present
- ACE Mentorship Program – Mentor 2020 – Present
- Mosaic Resource Group (Turner) – Co-Founder 2019 – 2024
- Community & Citizenship (Turner) – Member 2018 – 2024
- The Women Resource Group (Turner) – Member 2021 – 2023