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Lorenzo Jones, a NABWIC member with the Texas Chapter, resides in Houston Texas where he has worked for the past three years as an architectural designer with PBK.  Currently, Lorenzo works for EJES, Inc., an award-winning architecture and engineering firm specializing in Aviation, Transportation, Water Waste/Pipeline and more. Lorenzo is also CEO of his own graphic design company, Lenz Noirre (pronounced nu-whar).   Lorenzo’s educational background consists of two bachelors in architecture and construction science in addition to a master's in Architecture, which he acquired at Prairie View A&M University. As he continues to develop his career, the young professional has obtained his license to be a licensed architect and plans to open his architectural firm in the near future. Lorenzo is a member of NABWIC and is active in the Texas Area and is a member of NABWIC's national Marketing and Communications Committee. ___________________________ Lenz Noirre  I  Design. Create. Innovate 281.736.9987  I  l

Dr. V. Brooks Dunbar (Dr. V.) is the CEO & Founder of The Center for Confidence (TCC), organizational leadership and professional coaching firm in Jacksonville, Fl.  A member of NABWIC, she is a member of the MBA advisory committee at the Forbes School of Business & Technology, University of Arizona Global Campus, and is the Senior Research Facilitator for the Walker’s Legacy Foundation, Washington, D.C.  She is a fearless advocate for small businesses, entrepreneurship, and creating economic equity for women. She currently serves as a program manager and consultant for small business and COVID-19 minority business recovery initiatives. In January 2020, Dr. Dunbar opened CenCon Cowork, a 4000 sf coworking space designed to meet the needs of multicultural female entrepreneurs and their allies. She recently undertook efforts to launch the newly founded Greater First Coast Chamber of Commerce, Innovation and Trade (FCCCIT). ____________________ NABWIC's Vision: The Vision of the National Association

Katrell is the Founder & Chief Customer Experience Officer of Customer Habitat (CH). CH is a business support solutions provider for the Construction, Food & Beverage, and Healthcare markets. CH Services is focused primarily focused on developing strong customer experiences that are profitable. Katrell previously managed the operations, strategy, and marketing for a diversified company with a product and service portfolio in asset management, project management, and customer experience management for equipment and small tool rental, healthcare, media, and financial industries. As a business professional, Katrell has assisted private and public companies with growth planning and risk oversight during numerous service positions. https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrellmcneil/ https://www.customerhabitat.com/ _________________________ NABWIC's Vision: The Vision of the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) is to build lasting strategic partnerships with first-rate organiza

NABWIC TALKS returns with one of its most popular shows. #MyInvestingStory is created to share the stories of individual investors. Ann McNeill, the MasterBuilder and a BetterInvesting Volunteer, talks with lonnie McNeill, the Baby Billionaire, about her investing story.  Featured in magazines such as Black Enterprise, Seventeen, and Better Investing since high school, lonnie McNeill is also known as The Baby Billionaire because of her future net worth of millions. At age 7, lonnie began learning how to invest and by age 10 already had a portfolio invested in stocks and bonds. As a freshman in high school, lonnie started her own business and was awarded 1st place in the Guardian’s Girls Going Places Entrepreneurship Award Program. Currently, she is traveling the country sharing her TIPS on Successful Investing with thousands of ambitious students and young adults, who want to make a difference in their lives and their financial future,   NABWIC is the Voice of Black Women in Construction. NA

BLACK WOMEN IN POLITICS SHAPING OUR COMMUNITIES Hosts Jada Williams brings to you a dynamic conversation with black women in politics featured during Juneteenth which is now a national holiday. You'll hear from NABWIC members Tylene Henry; moderator Valerie Mundy, NABWIC member and Legislative Committee Chair; and panelists Mayor Monique Owens, Councilwoman Tasha Green, and Councilwoman elect Sabreena Miller.  You'll also hear introductory comments from Mayor Dale Holness. NABWIC IS THE VOICE OF BLACK WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION NABWIC.ORG

NABWIC Talks about the importance of Strategic planning and strategic alliances as an integral part of its growth and future. Host Jada Williams is joined by Founder Ann McNeil, Co-Host Ersula Odom and Jackie Perry    NABWIC is the Voice of Black Women in Construction. 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

MARC GAMBRILL, Chief Development Officer for both Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and North Perry Airport Marc discussed opportunities involving Master Plan Projects and projects upcoming within the next 18 months for the Broward County Aviation Department.   Contact: Marc Gambrill, P.E., A.A.E.| Aviation Chief Development Officer (CDO) "Assistant Director of Aviation for Capital Development | Broward County Aviation Department |Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and |North Perry Airport (HWO) | 320 Terminal Drive, Suite 200 |  Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 | Phone: 954-359-2343 | mgambrill@broward.org  | www.fll.net   _____  ____________________ NABWIC.ORG "NABWIC IS THE VOICE OF BLACK WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION"

Angela Gittens served as Director General of Airports Council International (ACI World) in from March 2008 to her retirement in June 2020. She was formerly airport CEO for Miami and Atlanta and deputy at San Francisco International Airport. In other previous roles, Gittens served as Vice-President, Airport Business Services for HNTB Corporation, where she led the firm’s practice in airport business and strategic planning. In addition, as Vice President at TBI Airport Management, she oversaw the transition to private ownership of London Luton Airport and managed operations contracts at several airports in the US and Canada.  Angela also serves as Chair of the board of Schiphol USA which governs the operator of Terminal 4 at JFK Airport (JFK International Air Terminal) and the advisory council of Lilium, a company developing an electric VTOL aircraft. NABWIC.ORG | NABWIC is the Voice of Black Women in Construction

NABWIC TALKS BILLION-DOLLAR LUNCHEONS WITH A LOOK BACK AT PORT OPPORTUNITIES Featuring:  Doug Wheeler - Florida Ports Council | Aisha Eccleston - NABWIC Woman in the Spotlight | Jonathan Daniels – Port Everglades With hosts:  Jada Williams and Ersula Odom NABWIC is the Voice of Black Women in Construction | NABWIC.ORG Join us for the next NABWIC Billion Dollar Luncheon in Aviation Opportunities | June 9, 2021 | 11.30 am | Register on Eventbrite at https://billion-in-aviation.eventbrite.com  

Monique "Nikki" Terry is an entrepreneur, non-profit founder, and banking executive. She is the owner of Pro-Source Property Management and founder of We Invest in Neighborhoods (WIIN).  In addition to her entrepreneurial endeavors, Nikki also works as Assistant Vice President and Community Mortgage Specialist for Truist Bank (formerly Suntrust and BB&T) in the Florida First Coast area. She is a new member of NABWIC Northeast Florida and serves on the membership and education committee. Monique "Nikki" Terry has helped many people achieve their goal of homeownership. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, repeat buyer, or refinancing an existing loan, Nikki has a solid understanding of the Northeast Florida real estate market, first-time homebuyer assistance programs, and all that it takes to close your loan with efficiency and expertise. Phone: 855.900.9438 | Cell 904.349.3271 | Email nikki.terry@truist.com | Fax 844.258.2513 | #ruhouseready (NABWIC) vision is to build lasting strategic partnershi

Hosts Jada Williams and Ersula Odom  NABWIC TALKS with Sabreena Miller: Pittsburgh Transplant • Community Developer • Small Business Owner • Sense Maker Sabreena Miller is an active resident of Bellevue, PA, and a devoted community developer for the greater Pittsburgh area. A two-time AmeriCorps alum, Sabreena successfully completed terms in the State National Branch as a STEM educator and in the VISTA branch researching a blight remediation law. Currently a board member of Bellevue's community development corporation and the chair of its Neighborhood Revitalization committee, Sabreena was also a member of the Bellevue Council Blight Committee, she was the last Chief Administrative Officer of the former North Suburban Chamber of Commerce, and an appointed member of the 2021 Northgate School District Tax Study Commission. She is currently running for a Ward 1 council seat in Bellevue Borough. Contact:  Sabreena Miller |Pittsburgh, PA (Bellevue Borough) |  Co-Owner, MDI General Contracting | Borough Council

Hosts Jada Williams and Ersula Odom  NABWIC TALKS with Sabreena Miller: Pittsburgh Transplant • Community Developer • Small Business Owner • Sense Maker Sabreena Miller is an active resident of Bellevue, PA, and a devoted community developer for the greater Pittsburgh area. A two-time AmeriCorps alum, Sabreena successfully completed terms in the State National Branch as a STEM educator and in the VISTA branch researching a blight remediation law. Currently a board member of Bellevue's community development corporation and the chair of its Neighborhood Revitalization committee, Sabreena was also a member of the Bellevue Council Blight Committee, she was the last Chief Administrative Officer of the former North Suburban Chamber of Commerce, and an appointed member of the 2021 Northgate School District Tax Study Commission. She is currently running for a Ward 1 council seat in Bellevue Borough. Contact:  Sabreena Miller |Pittsburgh, PA (Bellevue Borough) |  Co-Owner, MDI General Contracting | Borough Co

As editor-in-chief, Jan Tuchman leads the editorial team creating content for the Engineering News-Record enterprise—online, in print, and at live events. She is active in many construction organizations and has developed a broad network of industry sources, who help keep ENR on top of the latest trends and innovations.   Melinda S. Gentile is a partner in P&A’s Construction Dispute Resolution and Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution practices and serves as Chair of the firm’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee 2021 Groundbreaking Women in Construction Conference | May 4-6, 2021 | Presented by ENR in partnership with P&A. Register at https://www.enr.com/groundbreaking-women-in-construction Jan Tuchman | ENR Editor-in-Chief | (m) 646 217 2221 email:  tuchmanj@enr.com Melinda S. Gentile | One Southeast Third Avenue | Suite 2000 | Miami, FL 33131 | mgentile@pecklaw.com | 305.358.2600 NABWIC IS THE VOICE OF BLACK WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION.| NABWIC.ORG NABWIC.ORG The Vision of the Natio

About Jan Tuchman As editor-in-chief, Jan Tuchman leads the editorial team creating content for the Engineering News-Record enterprise—online, in print, and at live events. She is active in many construction organizations and has developed a broad network of industry sources, who help keep ENR on top of the latest trends and innovations.  Tuchman is vice-chair of the Industry Leaders Council of the American Society of Civil Engineers and a member of the Columbia University advisory board on Infrastructure, Facilities, and Public Spaces. Her most recent recognition is the Ted C. Kennedy Award in 2020 from the National Academy of Construction, the group’s highest honor. Melinda S. Gentile Melinda S. Gentile is a partner in P&A’s Construction Dispute Resolution and Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution practices and serves as Chair of the firm’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee. Leveraging her more than 35 years of experience as a construction lawyer and commercial litigator, Mindy is a highly q

About Jan Tuchman As editor-in-chief, Jan Tuchman leads the editorial team creating content for the Engineering News-Record enterprise—online, in print, and at live events. She is active in many construction organizations and has developed a broad network of industry sources, who help keep ENR on top of the latest trends and innovations.  Tuchman is vice-chair of the Industry Leaders Council of the American Society of Civil Engineers and a member of the Columbia University advisory board on Infrastructure, Facilities, and Public Spaces. Her most recent recognition is the Ted C. Kennedy Award in 2020 from the National Academy of Construction, the group’s highest honor. Melinda S. Gentile Melinda S. Gentile is a partner in P&A’s Construction Dispute Resolution and Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution practices and serves as Chair of the firm’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee. Leveraging her more than 35 years of experience as a construction lawyer and commercial litigator, Mindy is a highly q

Greer Johnson Gillis was appointed vice president of system development as a part of  JTA’s executive leadership team to lead the authority’s robust system development division and to oversee the JTA’s construction and capital programs department.   Johnson Gillis came to the JTA after serving as a District of Columbia Public Service Commissioner since 2018.  In her current role, Johnson Gillis leads the JTA’s construction and capital programs department, which oversees maintenance, facilities and the system development and system planning divisions. Those duties include oversight in the completion of the new Jacksonville Regional Transportation Center at LaVilla (JRTC), the JTA’s new administrative headquarters, bus transfer facility and multimodal hub in downtown Jacksonville. She also leads a vast and comprehensive infrastructure and roadbuilding initiative called JTAMobilityWorks. Johnson Gillis holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and a Master of Science in Civil Engineer with a concentratio

DeMetria Hayes is professional influencer, advocate, activist, survivor, and founder of Grace Under Fire Publishing, a self-publishing consultant firm. She has written two books, A Mother Love and Daffodil, A Mother's Journey, of which was nationally recognized at the Pan African Film Festival. DeMetria facilitates seminars and workshops on domestic violence awareness, overcoming obstacles, and re-building mother-daughter relationships. She enjoys gardening, traveling, climbing trees, cheering for Detroit Lions and spending time with her three children. Contact Information: Tel: 919.283.8889 Email: graceunderfirepublishing@gmail.com Web: graceunderfirepublishing.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/demetria-hayes-2310b333/  

Growing up, Kizzy knew two things, one, that she’d earn a PhD. in psychology and two, that she’d become an entrepreneur.  As a kid, she’d clean golf balls located in an alley behind her friend Ria’s house in Danville, IL. Take them home, clean them, save the good ones for her grandmother Klump, an avid golfer, and resell the others through a fence to golfers. She used the money to buy FUNYUNS® and Nutty Bars. Fast forward, while finishing a PhD. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, she was a Graduate Research Fellow for the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute (DEOMI) located at Patrick Air Force Base (now Patrick Space Force). Weeks before graduating she was asked by the director of research to remain as a contractor. She had no idea what that meant and never expected to form K. Parks Consulting, Inc, directly out of graduate school.  Today, she has over $50M in Federal Government Contract Awards for her three Federal companies, K. Parks Consulting, Inc., AmPar Services, and KParks-AMTIS.  Dur

THIS IS A PRE-RECORDED SHOW AIRED DURING WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH AND BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!! This is a must have for every podcast library.  Listen and enjoy these extraordinary women as they talk about their careers, challenges, and ways they give back to the profession. _____________________ Join hosts Jada Williams and Ersula Odom as we wrap up our celebration of Women's History Month with several special guests, including: Masterbuilder and Founder and CEO Ann McNeil Kimle Nailer, Nail Rite Construction: 313.816.8060 Katina McClinton: www.freshstartconstruction.com Dudley Etienne-Harvard -Dudley Professional Services | www.dudlyservices.com Beverly Beard, WP Stevens Construction, Inc. | 313.293.3714 | email Bevg@wpstevens.com Tylene Henry, Ujaama Services | www.tylenehenry.com,  Deana Neely, Detroit Voltage | www.detroitvoltage.com LaShun Clark,Indigo Strategic Management | ndgostrategicmgmt.com | 901.471.1555 To Advertise on NABWIC Talks.  Contact Jada Williams at marketin

Join hosts Jada Williams and Ersula Odum as we wrap up our celebration of Women's History Month with several special guests, including: Masterbuilder , Founder and CEO Ann McNeil President Kimle Nailer NABWIC  Members Tylene Henry, Katina McClinton, Deana Neely and LaShun Clark.  Favorite Books:  The Miracle Morning, Believe It   Kimle Nailer, Nail Rite Construction: 313.816.8060 Katina McClinton: www.freshstartconstruction.com Dudley Paul -DP_services  www.dougleeservices.com Beverly Beard, WP Stevens, Inc., 313.293.3714, email Bevg@wpstevens.com Tylene Henry, Ujaama Services, www.tylenehenry.com,  Deana Neely, Detroit Voltage   LaShun Clark,Ndigo Strategic Management, ndgostrategicmgmt.com | 901.471.1555 Advertise on NABWIC Talks.  Contact Jada Williams at marketing@nabwic.org