Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA)

Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA) Founded in 1979, HACIA is a champion for equity in the construction industry

Happy Labor Day from HACIA!Today, we celebrate the dedication and contributions of hardworking individuals who help stre...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from HACIA!

Today, we celebrate the dedication and contributions of hardworking individuals who help strengthen communities, build opportunity, and drive economic growth. At HACIA, we are proud to support and empower diverse-owned businesses by creating opportunities, fostering connections, and helping build a stronger, more inclusive future.

In observance of Labor Day, our office will be closed.

We’re proud to announce our full lineup of Event Ambassadors for the HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation Fundraiser...
09/04/2026

We’re proud to announce our full lineup of Event Ambassadors for the HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation Fundraiser on Wednesday, September 16, at the Obama Presidential Center.

As Event Ambassadors, these individuals are helping us raise awareness and support for the next generation of leaders in architecture, engineering and construction.

Since the foundation began, more than $1 million has already been awarded in scholarships, helping students pursue their education and build careers in our industry.

We are incredibly grateful to our event ambassadors for helping us continue this important work:
- Gia Biagi, Secretary & CEO, Illinois Department of Transportation
- William Cheaks, Jr., Commissioner, Chicago Department of Transportation
- Tamakia “TJ” Edwards, Executive Director, Illinois Capital Development Board
- Janice R. Thomas, Deputy Executive Director of External Affairs/Chief of Staff, Metra
- Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, General Superintendent/CEO, Chicago Park District

Join us on September 16 and help us build what comes next.

Learn more & get involved: https://www.haciaworks.org/events/scholars-fund-reception-2026/

Unable to attend? You can still make an impact by donating directly to the foundation through the event page.

Join us next week for HACIA’s September Membership Meeting! 📅 Wednesday, September 9, 2026🕠 5:30–8:00 PM📍 East Bank Club...
09/03/2026

Join us next week for HACIA’s September Membership Meeting!

📅 Wednesday, September 9, 2026
🕠 5:30–8:00 PM
📍 East Bank Club | 500 N Kingsbury St., Chicago

Network with industry leaders, connect with HACIA members, and gain valuable insights into exciting new projects shaping Chicago’s construction landscape. HACIA’s membership meetings are a great way to learn about new opportunities and expand your network.

Our incredible lineup of speakers will include:
- Sharla Roberts, Chief Procurement Officer, City of Chicago Department of Procurement
- Greg Bedalov, President & CEO, Choose DuPage
- Sean Glowacz, Vice President of Community Development, Power Construction

Don’t miss out on opportunity and register today: https://www.haciaworks.org/events/september-membership-meeting-2026/

09/03/2026

Looking back on the good swings and great connections at Mujeres de HACIA Topgolf! 🏌️‍♀️

On August 13, Mujeres de HACIA gathered for a morning filled with networking, connection, and Topgolf fun! Thank you to IL State Senator Celina Villanueva, 12th District, and IL State Representative Norma Hernandez, 77th District, for participating in an insightful panel discussion hosted by HACIA’s Executive Director, Jacqueline Gomez.

✨ A special thanks to our sponsors Clayco, Wintrust, DCH Construction & Hauling, United Enterprises, LLC, Garza Karhoff Engineering, and Luxury Marble & Granite Design.

Watch the highlights and explore the full album here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD2BZD

📹 : Dimelo Media

We’re proud to welcome Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, General Superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District, as an Event Amb...
09/02/2026

We’re proud to welcome Carlos Ramirez-Rosa, General Superintendent and CEO of the Chicago Park District, as an Event Ambassador for the HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation Fundraiser on Wednesday, September 16, at the Obama Presidential Center.

A lifelong Chicagoan and former three-term alderperson, Carlos Ramirez-Rosa currently leads the Chicago Park District, the nation’s third-largest park system. Under his leadership, the district launched its first equitable infrastructure improvement framework, targeted cooling investments in Chicago’s most heat-vulnerable communities, modernized public safety operations, and advanced plans to reimagine Grant Park and create 43 acres of new lakefront parkland on Chicago’s Far South Side.

As an Event Ambassador, Superintendent Ramirez-Rosa is helping us raise awareness and support for the next generation of leaders in architecture, engineering, and construction.

Since the foundation began, more than $1 million has already been awarded in scholarships, helping students pursue their education and build careers in our industry.

We’re grateful to Superintendent Ramirez-Rosa for helping us continue this important work.

Join us on September 16 and help us build what comes next.

Learn more & get involved: https://www.haciaworks.org/events/scholars-fund-reception-2026/

Can’t attend? You can still make an impact by donating directly to the foundation through the event page.

We’re proud to welcome Janice R. Thomas, Deputy Executive Director of External Affairs/Chief of Staff at Metra, as an Ev...
09/01/2026

We’re proud to welcome Janice R. Thomas, Deputy Executive Director of External Affairs/Chief of Staff at Metra, as an Event Ambassador for the HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation Fundraiser on Wednesday, September 16, at the Obama Presidential Center.

Deputy Executive Director Thomas brings more than 25 years of public sector experience to Metra where she serves as a strategic advisor and planner to the CEO, overseeing capital project delivery, special projects, and other key initiatives. Since joining Metra in 2010, she has held a variety of supervisory and managerial positions and successfully oversaw Metra’s DBE program, including certifications, contract and labor compliance, and community outreach.

As an Event Ambassador, Janice is helping us raise awareness and support for the next generation of leaders in architecture, engineering, and construction.

Since the foundation began, more than $1 million has already been awarded in scholarships, helping students pursue their education and build careers in our industry.

We’re grateful to Janice for helping us continue this important work.

Join us on September 16 and help us build what comes next.

Learn more & get involved: https://www.haciaworks.org/events/scholars-fund-reception-2026/

Can’t attend? You can still make an impact by donating directly to the foundation through the event page.

✨ Celebrating Workforce Development Month! 👷 💼 At HACIA, our Workforce Development programs help individuals build skill...
09/01/2026

✨ Celebrating Workforce Development Month! 👷 💼

At HACIA, our Workforce Development programs help individuals build skills, discover opportunities, and build brighter futures. Through professional development and career training, our programs help participants learn, grow, and thrive in today’s workforce.

From our General Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Program and Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Program to specialized training like the Construction Inspection Technician (CIT) Program, Assistant Project Engineer (APE) Program, and the Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) Programs, we’re equipping participants with the skills, mentorship, and connections they need to succeed.

This Workforce Development Month, we celebrate the educators, employers, and inspiring individuals who are connecting people with opportunity, strengthening communities, and building a workforce prepared for the future.

🚧 Learn more about HACIA’s Workforce Development Programs: https://www.haciaworks.org/programs/

We’re proud to welcome Tamakia "TJ" Edwards, Executive Director of the Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB), as an E...
08/31/2026

We’re proud to welcome Tamakia "TJ" Edwards, Executive Director of the Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB), as an Event Ambassador for the HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation Fundraiser on Wednesday, September 16, at the Obama Presidential Center.

Executive Director Edwards has modernized the CBD’s entire delivery model by digitizing procurement, implementing real-time performance dashboards, and positioning the agency to absorb an unprecedented capital expansion. Thanks to her commitment to equity, minority participation has quadrupled, diverse firms now represent up to 37% of design submittals, and nearly $1 billion in cross-agency grant programs are delivering capital investment to healthcare, early childhood, and higher education facilities across the state.

As an Event Ambassador, Executive Director Edwards is helping us raise awareness and support for the next generation of leaders in architecture, engineering, and construction.

Since the foundation began, more than $1 million has already been awarded in scholarships, helping students pursue their education and build careers in our industry.

We’re grateful to Executive Director Edwards for helping us continue this important work.

Join us on September 16 and help us build what comes next.

Learn more & get involved: https://www.haciaworks.org/events/scholars-fund-reception-2026/

Can’t attend? You can still make an impact by donating directly to the foundation through the event page.

We’re proud to welcome William Cheaks, Jr., Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Transportation, as an Event Ambass...
08/28/2026

We’re proud to welcome William Cheaks, Jr., Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Transportation, as an Event Ambassador for the HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation Fundraiser on Wednesday, September 16, at the Obama Presidential Center.

Commissioner Cheaks is a lifelong Chicagoan with more than four decades of experience managing large-scale infrastructure and public operations. Beginning his career as a laborer, he has worked his way through the ranks, shaping his commitment to building efficient systems that support workers and communities. He remains focused on advancing a safe, equitable, and modern transportation system for every Chicagoan.

As an Event Ambassador, Commissioner Cheaks is helping us raise awareness and support for the next generation of leaders in architecture, engineering, and construction.

Since the foundation began, more than $1 million has already been awarded in scholarships, helping students pursue their education and build careers in our industry.

We’re grateful to Commissioner Cheaks for helping us continue this important work.

Join us on September 16 and help us build what comes next.

Learn more & get involved: https://www.haciaworks.org/events/scholars-fund-reception-2026/

Can’t attend? You can still make an impact by donating directly to the foundation through the event page.

We’re proud to welcome Gia Biagi, Secretary & CEO of the Illinois Department of Transportation, as an Event Ambassador f...
08/26/2026

We’re proud to welcome Gia Biagi, Secretary & CEO of the Illinois Department of Transportation, as an Event Ambassador for the HACIA Scholarship & Education Foundation Reception on Wednesday, September 16, at the Obama Presidential Center.

IDOT Secretary Biagi brings more than two decades of experience in urban planning, transportation, public policy, infrastructure and operations to the Illinois Department of Transportation. She previously served as the Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Transportation, leading hundreds of projects and developing a strategic plan to emphasize equitable, safe, and sustainable mobility. She has also served on several transportation, architecture, and planning boards and is an established visionary leader in planning, policy, and infrastructure management.

As an Event Ambassador, Secretary Biagi is helping us raise awareness and support for the next generation of leaders in architecture, engineering, and construction.

Since the HACIASEF began, more than $1 million has already been awarded in scholarships, helping students pursue their education and build careers in our industry.

We’re grateful to Secretary Biagi for helping us continue this important work.

Join us on September 16 and help us build what comes next.

Learn more & get involved: https://www.haciaworks.org/events/scholars-fund-reception-2026/

Can’t attend? You can still make an impact by donating directly to the foundation through the event page.

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