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INTERVIEW SERIES: Elizabeth Velez, President of Velez Organization

How the leader of one of the most prominent and successful construction firms in the New York region thinks about success, community and women in the industry

 

While the Velez Organization has grown into a multi-million-dollar construction company, Velez continues to operate under the founding principles of integrity and dedication with a commitment to excellence and innovation on all projects.

Founded in 1972, Velez is a multimillion-dollar family-owned and operated general construction and construction management firm headquartered in New York City that has been in business for nearly 50 years. They are a full-service firm that also provides comprehensive Diversity Solutions, outreach, compliance, and mentoring Services to build capacity and the next generation of businesses

Photo: Elizabeth Velez, President of Velez Organization

In the video with Michael Riegel and Elizabeth Velez: Get a behind-the-scenes look into how Elizabeth Velez, President of Velez Organization, navigated, thrived and affected seismic change in the construction industry. With over 34 years of executive leadership in the building industry, she steered her company into one of the most prominent and successful construction firms in the New York region.

  • Learn what attracted her to the industry and how she got started

  • Learn how she helped provide over 600 affordable housing units in Bronx and Harlem and other large-scale projects she conceived of and implemented in arguably the toughest construction and housing market in the United States

  • Hear her thoughts on women in the construction industry — allies and advocacy discussion. ACE Mentorships.

  • The new generational outlook and how to apply it to create a meaningful and impactful life.

  • Exploring silent barriers. The diversity and mentorship conversation — thoughts on intentionally aligning belonging and differences.

  • The salary discussion for women in construction.

  • Spotlights and personal growth stories.

 

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