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I am extremely thankful to Marina and AGC as they offered me the scholarship on probably the most difficult year of my life. I was struggling with unemployment and the pandemic. There was no way I could afford to work this semester due to the heavy class load and the Marina Scholarship made it so much easier for me to achieve my goal of getting my bachelor's degree.

We had a great time [at SBCX], and made very promising connections with other firms and agencies. As someone who was just an attendee at last year’s event, I’m really pleased with our decision to host a booth this time around. This wasn’t an easy choice for ISI, since we haven’t done a booth in years, but I’m near-certain this week’s success means we’ll do it again (and again).

Being an active member and President of my AGC Student Chapter has set me up for success in the construction industry. I have had the opportunity to meet other members from all over the nation and expand my network connections. My favorite part is being able to learn from other industry leaders. The various professional development sessions, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on training gives me the chance to share these same resources with our club members.

It only took a 15-minute presentation to guide me towards my career path. Sometimes, that's all it takes to open someone's mind to the possibilities within this industry. The diversity in the pool of students involved in the mentorship program was a pleasant surprise. It reflects the varied paths one can take within the construction industry. Effective communication is pivotal in our industry. It's not just about conveying information but about building relationships that drive projects forward. I believe in paying it forward. If my journey can help even one person navigate their career in construction, then it's worth sharing.

I’m blessed to work for an organization that truly cares about their employee’s mental health. AGC of California encourages us to learn and engage for the betterment of our personal and professional growth. They make their staff feel like an asset to the company – I couldn’t be more thankful!