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NABWIC TALKS WITH WOMAN IN SPOTLIGHT, CHERYL PORTER, COO, GREAT LAKES WATER AUTH

Cheryl Porter is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Great Lakes Water Authority's Water and Field Services Area where she oversees five water treatment facilities and water transmission to the Authority's member partner communities, ensuring GLWA’s water consistently meets and exceeds all quality standards and regulations.
Ms. Porter is an active member of the American Water Works Association (AWWA). Since joining AWWA in 2005, Cheryl has been an active volunteer with AWWA and the Michigan Section of AWWA on various committees and has assumed leadership roles such as the MI-AWWA Board Trustee, AWWA Director-at-Large and AWWA Vice President Board roles. In January 2023, Cheryl was elected by the AWWA Board of Directors in becoming the current AWWA President-Elect. In 2017, Crain's Detroit Business recognized her as one of Detroit's Women in Leadership.
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NABWIC's Vision: The Vision of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) is to build lasting strategic partnerships with first-rate organizations and individuals that will provide ground-breaking and innovative solutions for black women in construction and their respective communities.| NABWIC.ORG
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Contact:  Great Lakes Water Authority • 735 Randolph, Suite 1900 • Detroit, MI 48226 | P: 313.964-9143 | E: Tiffany.Alexander@glwater.org | Cheryl.Porter@glwater.org
 

NABWIC TALKS with Women in the Water Industry, Members Beard, Henry & Lambert

As we dive into the world of water with our upcoming NABWIC BDL in Water Opportunities, Host Jada Williams revisits an episode featuring women in construction in the water industry.
Special Guests:
Beverly Beard -WT Stevens, iNC. | bevg@wtstevens.com(810) 407-6129
Tylene Henry, MBA - UjIma Services, LLC | Henrytylene@gmail.com248-980-5498
Dr. Esther Lambert - Corporate Project Services, Inc.|  estherlambert08@gmail.com9547012454
Listen as these powerful women reflect from their specific industry knowledge and provide a fresh perspective on the water industry. Their presence and contributions are essential in enriching the discussions and outcomes of events such as the Billion Dollar Luncheon in Water Opportunities coming up on July 12, 2023.
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Upcoming NABWIC Billion $$ Luncheon in Water Contracting Opportunities, featuring DC Water, the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority, and HRSD (Hampton Roads Sanitation District) as presenters. They will provide valuable insights about opportunities in the water sector, especially in construction-related projects.
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NABWIC's Vision: The Vision of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) is to build lasting strategic partnerships with first-rate organizations and individuals that will provide ground-breaking and innovative solutions for black women in construction and their respective communities.| NABWIC.ORG

NABWIC TALKS TIPS FOR RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS

Top industry speakers and professionals share tips, techniques and strategies for strengthening businesses in the residential contracting arena. Meet:
Catherine Hall, Executive Director, National Association of FHA Consultants', Chall@nafhac.org
Ann McNeil, Chair and Founder, NABWIC, chair@nabwic.org
Tylene Henry, President, NABWIC, president@nabwic.org
Katina McClinton, Owner Fresh Start Development, freshstartdevelops@yahoo.com
Jolika Dumas, Owner, Dumas Construction Services, jolikadumas@gmailcom
Jason Cole, Exec. Director, Michigan Minority Contractors Assn., jason.cole@michmca.org 
Yasmine Whitmer, Founder, Managing Partner, Whitmer Law, PLLC, ywhitmer@whitmerlaw.com
 
 
 

NABWIC TALKS WITH ROBIN THORNE, FOUNDER OF DEMOCHICKS AND CEO, CTI ENVIRONMEN

Robin Thorne is a chemical engineer, and advocate for women in nontraditional careers. In 2009 she started CTI, a firm providing engineering, environmental, safety and construction management services and currently serves as the CEO. CTI has held contracts with the U.S. Dept of Forestry, U.S. Dept. of Justice, FAA, nonprofit corporations, utilities, higher ed and Fortune 500 companies. Thorne uses her platform as a business owner to uplift others and loves to speak to aspiring entrepreneurs about the endless possibilities that exist if they’re willing to push past the obstacles. In 2019, after demolishing a federal prison, she started DemoChicks, a nonprofit corporation introducing girls to nontraditional careers. DemoChicks conducts hands-on workshops for students in K-12, offers scholarships and mentoring to college students and honors women in the community. She is a native of Philadelphia, a mother of one, a graduate of Drexel University and currently resides in Long Beach, California
Social media: Link in: Robin Thorne - President/CEO - CTI Environmental, Inc. | LinkedIn | CTI website: https://www.ctienviro.com/ | Demochicks: https://demochicks.org/about-us | Office No.562 608 8401
NABWIC's Vision: The Vision of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) is to build lasting strategic partnerships with first-rate organizations and individuals that will provide ground-breaking and innovative solutions for black women in construction and their respective communities.| NABWIC.ORG

NABWIC TALKS NATL HOME OWNERSHIP MONTH WITH CATHERINE HALL, EXEC. DIR., NAFHAC

Catherine L. Hall is an esteemed authority in empowering women in male-dominated industries. With over 28 years of experience as a licensed home inspector, Catherine has made a significant impact in the residential renovation industry. She is the founder and executive director of the National Association of FHA Consultants, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering individuals in the industry. Catherine is also an accomplished author, with three books in the residential real estate genre, including her upcoming release, "The Cracks Are Showing: How to Break Through to Success as a Woman in Male-Dominated Industries." Her expertise and insights have been featured in Forbes.com, Entrepreneur, THINK Magazine, and she has appeared on WPVI 6 Action News. Catherine's passion for education and information has driven her to develop training programs and coaching initiatives, including the 203k in a Box consultant certification system.. Catherine's mission is to inspire and support women, equipping them with the knowledge and resources to thrive in any industry they choose
Catherine Hall, Executive Director, NAFHAC | email: chall@nafhac.org | Work: 1.355.462.3422 ext 4 | direct: 1.810.616.2186 | catherinehall203queen instagram | nafhac203k twitter | nafhac203k facebook | in/catherinehallconsultant
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NABWIC's Vision: The Vision of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) is to build lasting strategic partnerships with first-rate organizations and individuals that will provide ground-breaking and innovative solutions for black women in construction and their respective communities.| NABWIC.ORG

NABWIC TALKS WITH EBONY SULLIVAN, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, CASSY ELECTRIC

 Ebony Sullivan, is a keynote speaker and business strategist. With a background in business and corporate leadership, her career expands over several industries including government, real estate and construction to name a few. Ebony worked her way up from an entry-level position to earn her seat at the C-Suite table. She is the Chief Operating Officer for Cassy Electric, her family-owned and operated business, here, Ebony leads a team in serving the southern region with electrical services and maintenance. She earned her BA in Business Administration from Southern Wesleyan University. She has received numerous awards and certifications as a business strategist and for leadership. Her strong background in learning, development, and managing teams makes her the perfect fit to help companies execute their strategic goals.  
As a philanthropist, she also serves on several boards and councils to bring her gifts and talents in developing and enhancing her community.  A wife, mother, and fiercely competitive basketball fan, Ebony enjoys spending time with her family, and close friends
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NABWIC's Vision: The Vision of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) is to build lasting strategic partnerships with first-rate organizations and individuals that will provide ground-breaking and innovative solutions for black women in construction and their respective communities.| NABWIC.ORG
Contact: Ebony Sullivan | Chief Operating Officer | Cassy Electric | (864) 735-8882 (o) | (864) 451-3109 (c) |www.cassyelectric.com | facebook.com/4ebony-sullivan  | Linkedin -.linkedin.com/company/cassyelectric | https://www.facebook.com/CassyElectric

NABWICTalks w/ Mom in Construction, Lisa Dunn, Career Specialist, Central State

Lisa Watkins Dunn is a dedicated Career Specialist at Central State University, Ohio's sole public Historically Black College and University (HBCU). In the Office of Career Services, she guides students, including her own children, Evelyn, a sophomore, and Trey, a senior, on their professional paths. With expertise in strategic planning, she utilizes Artificial Intelligence, creativity, and resilience to enhance organizational capacity. Lisa's passion for creative expression led her to establish Soul X Sighted Creative Journeys, where she crafts personalized poetry and provides inspiration for special occasions and offering solace in times of grief. Committed to empowering the next generation of servant leaders, she collaborates with organizations to implement innovative strategic plans, advocating for those overcoming life's obstacles
Contact::Phone: 937.346.7006 |Email:  soulxsighted@gmail.com | instagram soulxsighted |linkedin: lisawatkinsdunn 
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NABWIC's Vision: The Vision of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) is to build lasting strategic partnerships with first-rate organizations and individuals that will provide ground-breaking and innovative solutions for black women in construction and their respective communities.| NABWIC.ORG

NABWIC TALKS CELEBRATES MOMS IN CONSTRUCTION WITH YOLONDA HIGDON, HH LOGISTICS

Yolonda Higdon is the CEO of HH Logistics Planning, LLC.  She is a minority-business owner who takes a life-cycle approach to facility requirements with complementary services, including environmental impact studies, building information modeling (BIM), schedule risk analysis, and construction management. In February 2023, she was featured on iHeart Radio on their M&T Banks CEO’s You Should Know podcast segment.  With over 30 years of experience managing construction and relocation projects, she assists clients in moving seamlessly from existing to newly constructed and renovated facilities.
Contact: Email: yhigdon@hhlogisticsplanning.com | web: hhlogisticsplanning.com | Yolonda Higdon | LinkedIn Phone: 202.207.5155 #bowcollector
#hhlogisticsplanning
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NABWIC's Vision: The Vision of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) is to build lasting strategic partnerships with first-rate organizations and individuals that will provide ground-breaking and innovative solutions for black women in construction and their respective communities. NABWIC.ORG