About the Future Construction Leaders

Founded in 2014, Future Construction Leaders is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides opportunities for young people to investigate the many private and public construction career opportunities available.

From kindergarten to 12th grade, we offer hands-on, free programs that expose students to various trades and the corresponding seasoned professionals who can guide and coach them. Our programs are not just about learning the trades; they’re confidence boosters that inspire teamwork and problem-solving. In addition, we offer financial assistance through trade and collegiate scholarships to those continuing their education.

Working with the San Diego County construction industry, we aim to dispel misconceptions about careers in construction and shatter stereotypes of who should work in the trades. We encourage students and their parents to revisit what a fulfilling career looks like.

Future Construction Leaders Board of Directors

OUR MISSION

The Future Construction Leaders is dedicated to advancing programs focused on educating youth about career opportunities in the construction industry and encouraging them to pursue careers in this field.

MEET THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Linda A. Young

PRESIDENT
President, C-SOS Consulting
Janelle Rose

VICE PRESIDENT
Estimator, Jackson & Blanc
Alexandra "Alex" Phillips

SECRETARY
Area Sales Manager, Ideal Industries
Mary Webb

TREASURER
Accounting Manager, Keller North America
Jim Dowling

TRUSTEE
President, Dowling Construction
Zebadiah "Zeb" Hutchison

TRUSTEE
Project Manager, Stacy Witbeck
Jonathan Hycz

TRUSTEE
President, La Mesa Glass
Nick Jackson

TRUSTEE
COO, Jackson & Blanc
Paul Kessel

TRUSTEE
General Manager - Machinery Product Support, Hawthorne CAT
Aaron Millman, PMP

TRUSTEE
Project Manager II, SDG&E
Rhonda Mitchell, CIT

TRUSTEE
Contracts Manager for the Capital Program Management Department, UC San Diego
Helen Panebianco-Tikkanen

TRUSTEE
Project Engineer, Dynalectric San Diego
Sarah Tull

TRUSTEE
Senior Project Executive, CBG Building Company
Scott Uren

TRUSTEE
President, Titan Fire Protection
Amber Webb

TRUSTEE
Client Sales Executive, Bottger & Associates, Inc.

GET TO KNOW OUR PARTNERS

Funding for the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), San Diego Chapter 21 Block Kids Building Program and college and trade scholarships are managed through the Future Construction Leaders. We rely on the NAWIC members as program leaders, volunteers, and advocates. Together, we have awarded thousands of dollars in scholarships and raised awareness among San Diego youth about the many careers in construction.

When the Associated General Contractors (AGC) Apprenticeship & Training Trust opened the state’s first and largest open-shop apprenticeship program in 2020, they welcomed Future Construction Leaders in to work with their skilled leadership and use the incredible facility for some of our programs. It was a game-changer! Due to their generosity, we have the space to introduce hundreds of students to the trades each year.