Board of Directors
Carol Hutchinson, President
United Rentals - Reliable Onsite Services
Years in Construction: 20+
Why did you join NAWIC: To be a part of an organization of women who love working in the construction, and enjoy networking to help see each other succeed.
What are you looking forward to most in the 2022-2023 NAWIC Year? Continuing to build a community of women and girls from all backgrounds work and succeed in the construction industry.
Fun fact about yourself that is your go-to “Party Story”: How and why I became an Aztec Cheerleader!
What do you like most about being a WIC (Woman in Construction)? Being a part of building something that connects both men & women working and respecting each other.
Kristie Rehberger, Recording Secretary
Years in Construction: 21
Why did you join NAWIC: I wanted to connect with other women in the construction industry. As well as for education. To promote and help educate women in the construction industry.
What are you looking forward to most in the 2022-2023 NAWIC Year? Making new connections, building the relationships I have made, and supporting other women and my community.
Fun fact about yourself that is your go-to “Party Story”: I got caught in a storm on a 14,000’ peak in So Cal once and hiked above lightning. While aspects were cool, I do not recommend doing that.
What do you like most about being a WIC (Woman in Construction)? It’s a rewarding challenge and I’m always ready for the next big problem to solve.
Tara Stephens, Corresponding Secretary
Lorena Quintero, Director
Alyssa Burley, Director
Rancho Mesa Insurance Services
Years in Construction: 9
Why did you join NAWIC: Years ago, I heard about the NAWIC San Diego Chapter through a co-worker and all the really cool programs that were offered, so when my employer asked if I wanted to join, I jumped on the chance. I really just wanted to help an organization that supports the industry.
What are you looking forward to most in the 2022-2023 NAWIC Year? I’m looking forward to having a more active role in the operations of the chapter.
Fun fact about yourself that is your go-to “Party Story”: When I fly, I always bring the flight crew a goodie bag of snacks. It puts them in a good mood and they’re more willing to give you complementary stuff.
What do you like most about being a WIC (Woman in Construction)? I really enjoy seeing an increase in women joining and thriving in the industry. It’s an industry where women are supporting each other through groups like NAWIC and others to ensure there is a place for us all at the table.
Annie del Rio, Director
Brigitte Turi, Director
Jennifer Stone, Director
Khyati Patel, Director
Helen Panebianco-Tikkanen, Immediate Past President & Treasurer
Why did you join NAWIC: joined NAWIC because I wanted the opportunity to give back to my community, grow professionally and to connect with other women in the industry.
What are you looking forward to most in the 2022-2023 NAWIC Year? I am looking forward to helping our chapter grow our educational programs, grow our networks and our opportunities for our members.
Fun fact about yourself that is your go-to “Party Story”: I come from a big family that predominantly works in/around the construction industry!
What do you like most about being a WIC (Woman in Construction)? I love being a woman in construction because I have the privilege to be apart of building our communities, working and cultivating relationships with some of the absolute best people and the abundance of opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Shelby Ballow, CIT, Parliamentarian
Dowling Construction, Inc.