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NEW MENTORSHIP PAIRINGS (APRIL)

Written on April 9, 2013.

CLARK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, LLC TO MENTOR TRECO ENTERPRISES, INC!

Clark Construction Group, LLC has steadily grown from a small excavating company begun in 1906 into one of the nation’s most experienced and respected providers of construction services. Clark oversees projects ranging from small interior renovations to some of the most recognizable architectural landmarks throughout the country. Clark provides a full complement of construction services to meet clients’ needs: preconstruction, general contracting, self-performance of key trades, design-build, and turnkey capabilities.

Treco Enterprises, Inc. is a San Antonio based family owned and operated general contractor performing work all over the state of Texas. In business since 1990, Treco has been providing customers with first class customer service and quality workmanship. Treco specializes in design/build construction, interior and exterior renovations, and facility maintenance.

Welcome Clark Construction Group, LLC and Congratulations Treco Enterprises, Inc!

Enrollment Open for Summer Session

Written on April 3, 2013.

The City of San Antonio is now accepting applications for the upcoming session of the Business Empowerment Plan, which starts on May 7!

Need help with bonding? Join the Bonding Assistance Program!

The City of San Antonio Bonding Assistance Program helps participants understand bonding requirements and manage their business and personal credit in ways that increase their bonding capacity, and thereby increase their likelihood of participating in City contracts. Apply now!

Learn business practices of Industry leaders by Joining the Mentor Protégé Program!

The City of San Antonio Mentor Protégé Program connects small, minority and women-owned businesses with more-established and successful firm owners and managers for guidance and training in areas such as office procedures, estimating and bidding, bookkeeping and accounting, management of funds, project management, supplier relationships, bonding and insurance, etc. Apply now!

Participants in the Bonding Assistance or Mentor-Protégé Programs also receive three hours of free business counseling!

Eligibility
To participate in the Bonding Assistance and Mentor Protégé Programs, firms must have a significant business presence in the San Antonio Metropolitan Statistical Area, as defined in the City’s Small Business Economic Development Advocacy (SBEDA) Ordinance: Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Comal, Guadalupe, Kendall, Medina or Wilson counties. In addition, firms must be certified as a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) through the South Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (SCTRCA).There is a reimbursable enrollment fee of $100, which is refunded upon completion of courses.

Great Protégé News: GoettingRowe Engineering

Written on March 18, 2013.

Brenda Kelly Rowe of GoettingRowe Engineering shared a great story with us. GoettingRowe is a protégé participant in the Be San Antonio program. Brenda is a graduate of the Penn State University School of Engineering and her daughter is attending the Penn State University School of Engineering. Each year Penn State School of Engineering sends a team to Honduras to assist a small community. Last year they did a solar panel project for water supply or treatment.

This year on March 2nd Brenda and her daughter traveled together with the Penn State team to do a solar panel project for the purpose of powering a child care facility on a small island off the shores of Honduras.

Here’s Brenda’s recap of the great work they did in Honduras:

Engineering students from Penn State’s Renewable Energy for Central America program and one local alumnus spend spring break designing, building and installing a solar photovoltaic system on the roof of a day care center in Roatan, Honduras.

The trip was part of Penn State’s Renewable Energy for Central America program which is committed to bringing students and certified electrical contractors together to foster and advance the adoption of renewable energy solutions and energy saving plans for Roatan Island communities.

Developing countries face significant challenges to affordable, reliable, clean energy. Electricity is expensive in Honduras, roughly 4 times what it costs in the United States. Additionally, the grid is supplied by burning diesel fuel, an unsustainable, non-renewable resource. Roatán, the largest of Honduras bay islands, has on average, seven hours of sunshine a day—enough solar energy to supply most of the island’s electrical needs.

This year, for the first time, Penn State Alumni were invited to work side-by-side with the student team. Founder of GRE Engineering, Brenda Kelly Rowe jumped on the opportunity especially since her niece was one of the team members. Her niece Gretchen is a second year aerospace engineering student. Brenda is proud that her niece chose her alma mater as a place to study engineering and making a second generation of female engineers from Penn State.

The best way to prepare engineering students to become world-class engineers, capable of changing the world for the better, is to give them opportunities to go out into the world, get their hands dirty, and tackle real projects. “I jumped on the opportunity to offer my time and expertise to the students. This project was a great ‘lessons learned’ for me. I was amazed to see the team work and commitment from these students and I am certain the future of the engineering industry is in good hands.”

Brenda was very surprised to learn that the Director of the daycare was from San Antonio. Although Judith and Bill Allred spend most of their time on the island they still maintain a home in San Antonio and call it ‘home’.

The work Judith has done not just at the daycare but throughout the island via a non-profit she heads up is great for the communities of Roatan. Judith was very appreciative of the Spurs t-shirts donated to the daycare by Spurs Sports & Entertainment.

For more information on the trip visit the student blog at http://sites.psu.edu/therenewcrew

For more information on GRE Engineering visit www.goettingrowe.com

For more information on the island non-profit visit www.islandfriendsroatan.com

Congrats to Brenda and her daughter for their great work in Honduras, we’re glad to see even our protégé participants are giving back to the community – in a big, global way!

New Mentorship Pairings (March)

Written on March 11, 2013.

AHI FACILITY SERVICES, INC. TO MENTOR LONE STAR JANITORIAL, LLC!

AHI Facility Services, Inc. is a Dallas based 100% woman owned janitorial company that is CIMS GB Certified with Honors. Since 1968, they have been keeping Texas and major corporations throughout the United States clean.

Lone Star Janitorial, LLC is a full service janitorial service and facility management services provider with a “Do it right the first time perspective”. Lone Star Janitorial distinguishes themselves with retired military management and staffing, industry expertise and knowledge gained through over 20 years of military experience.

Welcome AHI Facility Services, Inc. and Congratulations Lone Star Janitorial, LLC!

O’HAVER CONTRACTORS TO MENTOR PRITTS ENTERPRISES, INC!

O’Haver Contractors was established in 1996 and is a closely held limited partnership firm that contracts for commercial building projects. Although the company is located in San Antonio, they work throughout the state in both the private and public sectors, providing general contracting services, construction management, design-build services, construction cost estimating and consulting services. O’Haver Contractors’ approach to building is to provide a service which is delivered professionally and expeditiously with an eye on repeat business at all times.

Pritts Enterprises, Inc. has been in the HVAC business since 1998 and recently transitioned into general contractor work with the intention of bringing their mission and vision to the arena. Pritts’ mission is to make a positive contribution to the community by providing construction services with a spirit of excellence, tied with strong customer support, to clients. Their vision is to remain a genuine company that is recognized as a premier provider of construction services with a motivated and loyal staff of professionals.

Welcome O’haver Contractors and Congratulations Pritts Enterprises, Inc!

SUNDT CONSTRUCTION, INC TO MENTOR AW CONTRACTORS!

Sundt Construction, Inc. is 100% employee owned with over 1,300 employee owners and offices located in Texas, California, Arizona, New Mexico and North Carolina. Sundt provides general contracting, construction management and design/build services for private and public sector clients. Known nationally for its innovative approach to construction services and with annual construction revenues exceeding $900 Million, the firm is currently ranked the 58th largest construction company in the United States by ENR, the industry’s principal trade magazine.

AW Contractors is an emerging San Antonio based contracting company that provides superior, professional and dependable services. AW takes pride in providing timely quality workmanship at the most competitive costs and strives to be the one stop shop for erosion control, storm water protection and land services.

Welcome Sundt Construction, Inc and Congratulations AW Contractors!

BALFOUR BEATTY CONSTRUCTION TO MENTOR LACKEY DE CARVAJAL CX!

Balfour Beatty Construction provides general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services through more than 2,400 professionals nationwide. For the past three years, the company has been cited as a Top 10 Green Builder by Engineering-News Record and as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For® by FORTUNE magazine. The company is part of London-based Balfour Beatty plc, a global leader in professional services, construction services, support services, and infrastructure investment, with more than $18 billion in annual revenues.

Lackey de Carvajal Cx provides building commissioning engineering services utilizing a total systems approach to planning, design, construction and operation cycles. The company provides its services with the utmost attention to high-performance, sustainability, and energy efficiency.

Welcome Balfour Beatty Construction and Congratulations Lackey de Carvajal Cx!

BARICH, INC TO MENTOR NOMOTION SOFTWARE, LLC!

Barich, Inc. is a technology consulting and design firm focused on providing planning and management services. Barich has provided project management, consulting, technical master planning, design and other strategic services to clients since 1999. One of Barich’s most unique characteristics is the blend of skills and experience through the management, installation and construction, and commissioning phases of technology projects.

Nomotion Software, LLC is an information security consulting and software development think tank. Nomotion specializes in information technology services with a specific focus on application security, assessment, and remediation. They offer both technical and strategic advisory services for risk management and compliance needs.

Welcome Barich, Inc. and Congratulations Nomotion Software, LLC!

SAN ANTONIO DESIGN GROUP TO MENTOR TWO PROTEGES – OUTLIER ENGINEERING AND MENDEZ ENGINEERING!

San Antonio Design Group Inc. (SADG) is a civil engineering and architecture firm specializing in planning, design and construction administration of public and private projects. SADG ‘s portfolio includes federal, state, municipal, county, and Institutional projects that encompass areas such as master planning, water, waste water, storm water, road design and site development.

Outlier Engineering is a woman owned structural engineering firm. Outlier specializes in working with clients to define obstacles early in projects and steer a smooth course around those obstacles. In addition, Outlier offers a broad range of structural services, from bridge design to specialty precast engineering.

Mendez Engineering provides civil engineering and construction management services for public and private sector clients in South Central Texas. Mendez is committed to the highest design standards through the implementation of value engineering, effective project management and team oriented design professionals. Mendez provides quality construction documents, specifications, and reports to clients to ensure each job is completed efficiently and cost effectively, while maintaining high design standards.

Welcome San Antonio Design Group and Congratulations Outlier Engineering and Mendez Engineering!

NEW MENTORSHIP PAIRINGS (FEBRUARY)

Written on February 22, 2013.

Zachry Construction Corporation to mentor TeHota Construction Management!

Zachry Construction Corporation (Zachry) is a San Antonio-based construction company that proudly traces its roots back three generations to H.B. Zachry Company, founded in 1924. Their diverse set of construction markets includes; transportation, infrastructure, healthcare, hospitality, light industrial, mission critical, recreational, and other construction sectors. Zachry’s success is built on trust, integrity, innovation, consistent performance and people – the heart of Zachry Construction Corporation.

TeHota Construction Management is dedicated to delivering professional construction consulting services. Established and headquartered in San Antonio, TeHota Construction Management continues to build on a solid reputation based on 17 years of experience and success in the industry. TeHota’s focus is successful projects through collaborative efforts across the project team. As such, services are always provided with the highest level of integrity, professionalism, and credibility

Welcome Zachry Construction Corporation and Congratulations TeHota Construction Management!

Koontz McCombs Construction to Mentor MP Studio!

Since its foundation in 2000, Koontz McCombs Construction has earned a reputation as one of Texas’ fastest-growing and most respected builders. They proudly partner with owners, developers, architects, and engineers alike to provide technical expertise, enduring quality, functionality and value. Koontz McCombs Construction has first-hand knowledge of every step of the process and understands exactly how to maximize available capital to deliver a product that is top-quality and cost-conscious from start to finish.

MP STUDIO is a full service landscape architecture firm owned and operated in San Antonio that holds collaboration as the cornerstone for their practice. MP STUDIO understands that relationships with clients and consultants are paramount to success; as a result, they foster collective brainstorming to develop designs and relationships that last well beyond project tenure.

Welcome KOONTZ McCOMBS CONSTRUCTION and Congratulations MP STUDIO!

Guido Brothers Construction Company to mentor Proficient Constructors, LLC!

Guido Brothers Construction Co. has been building the south Texas skyline for 85 years. Their exceptional work stems from the commitment to their core values: Pride in Workmanship, Best People, Power in Innovation, Client Value Creation, and Stewardship & Integrity. Landmark projects such as the Witte South Texas Heritage Center, the St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Restoration, the Freeman Coliseum renovation, Sea World Aquatica, and the New Children’s Museum are testament to those values. Guido Brothers’ dedication to innovation permeates through their organization as demonstrated through the upcoming release of new proprietary Project Management software due out later this year, as well as groundbreaking on several new projects such as The Hardberger Park Ecology Center, Saint Mary’s Hall, Keystone, and The Idea Charter School.

Proficient Constructors, LLC has fifteen years of experience in the masonry construction industry. Proficient Constructors, LLC is a minority, woman owned business certified by the South Texas Regional Texas Association and State of Texas. Their mission is to provide competitive pricing and quality work in a timely manner with hands on supervision for all customers.

Welcome Guido Brothers Construction and Congratulations Proficient Constructors, LLC!

New Small Business Empowerment Plan is Online!

Written on February 13, 2013.

The City of San Antonio’s Economic Development Department has announced its continued commitment to the development of the small business community in San Antonio by partnering with Alamo Colleges and Accion Texas Inc. to launch the Business Empowerment Plan, which can be found at www.BeSanAntonio.com.

“Small businesses represent 97 percent of all employer firms, both in the State of Texas and the San Antonio metropolitan area. The Business Empowerment Plan provides these firms the tools they need to be successful and prosper in today’s competitive markets,” said Gloria A. Merrell, Chair of the City of San Antonio’s Small Business Advisory Committee.

The Business Empowerment Plan is structured in two phases. Phase I is the Small Business Education Boot Camp. Phase II consists of two programs; the Mentor Protégé Program and the Bonding Assistance Program.

The Mentor Protégé Program provides guidance and advice to qualifying businesses in areas such as administration, organization structure and operations management. The Bonding Assistance Program helps small businesses build or repair their credit in order to become bondable, thus increasing their likelihood of being awarded city contracts.

“Working with the program is a great way to learn about the system, network with other businesses and explore business opportunities,” said Debi Lamb-Burrows of Penguin Suits, a boutique advertising and marketing company in San Antonio, a graduate of the Business Empowerment Plan.

In conjunction with the Business Empowerment Plan, Accion Texas Inc. a non-profit small business lender, has announced the second phase to the plan’s Bonding Assistance Program that will provide critical capital to traditionally underserved small business owners.

“Qualifying for bonding has been one of the biggest obstacles for small businesses to be able to access municipal contracts,” said Patrick Shearer, San Antonio Market President for Accion Texas Inc.

Interested companies sign up for the Bonding Assistance Program through the City of San Antonio, complete the required courses and meet some financial requirements. In turn, Accion will issue a letter of credit to the bonding company for up to 20 percent of the bonding amount and a line of credit, if needed, for a City of San Antonio contract of up to $600,000. The letter of credit and line of credit could enhance a small business owner’s credit profile and improve the probability of obtaining a bond.

“By providing a hand up to contractors that can show they are qualified to do the work, we can expand the pool of contractors capable of meeting the City’s needs. This benefits both the contractors as well as the City,” Shearer added.

Interested businesses can visit the Business Empowerment Plan’s new website, www.BeSanAntonio.com, to find course descriptions, information about the Bonding Assistance and Mentor Protégé programs and applications.

Welcome to the NEW BeSanAntonio.com

Written on December 21, 2012.

Welcome to the NEW BeSanAntonio.com, your resource for Alamo Colleges’ and The City of San Antonio’s Business Empowerment Plan.

The Business Empowerment Plan consists of the Mentor Protégé Program and Bonding Assistance Program.

If you’d like to find out more about the program, please explore this site or contact Janice Wehrman, M.S. ED., Coordinator of Occupational Programs, at 210.485.0818 or email.

We look forward to seeing your business grow in San Antonio!