Ethel Vural, FACPNW President

Ethel Vural, CMAA | President

I have a passion for a positive impact and change which is deeply rooted in my belief to not forget where you came from and always leave your space better than when you arrived. FACP brings all that in one organization, aligned with its mission of elevating, educating, and empowering our Fil-Am brethren in a highly competitive construction industry we live in. I measure my success not by the number of buildings I helped built, but by the number of construction professionals that I was able to help along the way in becoming better than me.

My Role:

Ethel Vural is the current Associate Director - Program Management Office, Global Real Estate & Facility for Seagen. She brings a varied background with more than 25 years of experience with different project delivery methods. She is also an educator and a mentor, leading students from primary to graduate levels either in a classroom or in competition.

Personal LinkedIn Profile:
Ethel Vural | LinkedIn

Company Website:
Seagen

President's Letter

Susan McCants | Vice President

I joined the FACP because I want to be part of an organization that focuses on bringing the AEC industry in a diverse and inclusive environment. I also want to give back to the community that provided me growth and invaluable experience in construction.

 

My Role:

Susan McCants is a Regional Manager at ISEC. She brings 27 years of construction experience that will promote and elevate FACP in the AEC community in the Southwest.

Personal LinkedIn Profile:
Susan McCants | LinkedIn

Company Profile:
ISEC 

Chris Beza, AIA | Secretary

I joined FACP because I want to foster a more diverse and inclusive environment in commercial real estate, and be a role model for the next generation who might consider a career in this industry.

My Role:

Christopher Beza is a principal at the Seattle architecture firm, NBBJ. He brings more than 20 years of experience to promote FACP within the design community.

Personal LinkedIn Profile:
Christopher Beza | Linkedin

Company Profile:
NBBJ   

Gemma Mechure | Treasurer

I wanted to build partnerships to support our youth in achieving academic excellence and finding success in their careers, perhaps in the AEC industry.


My Role:
Gemma Mechure is an architect working primarily on healthcare projects at international architecture firms, most recently as a Senior Associate / Senior Medical Planner at Ankrom Moisan. Her community work includes serving as Co-Founder / Chief Executive Officer of The Education Foundation of the Philippines and as a Board Member of the Filipino Community of Seattle.

Personal LinkedIn Profile:
Gemma Mechure | Linkedin

Company Profile:
Ankrom Moisan

June Mechure | Board Member

As an electrical engineer and project manager, I want to share my experience with emerging professionals.

My Role:

June Mechure is a principal co-leader of Wood Harbinger’s electrical engineering practice. Using innovation and sound engineering solutions, his specialities include life science and commercial facilities engineering.

Personal LinkedIn Profile:
June Mechure | Linkedin

Company LinkedIn Profile:
Wood Harbinger

Estrella Sung, CPSM | Marketing

I believe that elevating our small business and diverse consultant communities lifts all boats in the AEC industry. I want to contribute to that upward mobility. Connecting with such amazing leaders is a great way to develop relationships and foster professional growth.

My Role:

Estrella Sung is a Senior Marketing Manager and Certified Professional Services Marketer. She will bring her 20 years of experience to support and share the mission and vision of the FACP in all aspects of marketing.

Personal LinkedIn Profile:
Estrella Sung | Linkedin

Company Website:
SungLass Communications LLC

Advisory Committee

  • Darling Nava

    I focus on designing ways to effectively engage with the community and business partners. My passion is supporting and involving general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers in the process for networking and capacity building projects.

    Darling Nava Consulting PLLC

    Throughout Darling’s career as a diversity and inclusion professional, she successfully partners with business leaders to achieve local diversity and inclusion goals to ensure alignment with the company’s strategic goals and mission. She is an active member of Tabor 100, NW Minority Builders Association, Economic Alliance/PTAC, The BLUEBOOK, Seattle Chamber of Commerce & South Seattle Chamber, and has a strong relationship with the AGC (Association of General Contractors).

    Connect on Social:
    LinkedIn

    Company Website:
    Darling Nava

  • Roy Nudo

    Roy Nudo

    I want to provide assistance to the young and upcoming Filipino-American professionals in our design and construction industry. I want to be the portal to meet their colleagues and professionals, help them build relationships, and network to succeed in their careers. I always believe that in any industry including ours, relationship building is key.

    Säzän Group

    Roy Nudo is Principal of Business Development for Säzän Group for the last 13 years. He is responsible for client interface, pursuing leads and new clients/prospects, and keeping the pipeline open to maintain project flow to the firm.

    Connect on Social:
    LinkedIn

    Company Website:
    Säzän Group

  • Luis Adan

    Luis Adan

    I want to use my experience in both private and public sector development to help our Filipino community with public works contracting.

    Adan CM-Consulting
    After leaving Unico Properties in February 2022 where he was Vice President of Development, Luis reestablished his consultancy, Adan CM-Consulting as Principle and Owner, bringing with him decades of experience in the built environment. As a Senior Executive, he has several years of commercial development experience in two major markets: Southern California and the Seattle Region. Luis moved to the Seattle Region in 2007 and has been involved in over 8 million square feet of office development in the Seattle market, working with prominent development teams in the market such as Schnitzer West, Urban Visions, Vulcan and Unico.

    Connect on Social:
    Linkedin

  • Alex Rolluda, AIA, NCARB

    Alex Rolluda, AIA, NCARB

    When I started Rolluda Architects there were no other Filipino-owned architecture firms in the area I could reach out to for advice and mentorship. Now that I’ve had my business for 20 years, I’d like to share some of my experiences (good and bad) that may help and encourage other startup Filipino-owned firms.

    Rolluda Architects

    Alex Rolluda is the President of Rolluda Architects, an MBE/DBE firm with 46 employees built on the core values of Integrity, Diversity, Sustainable, Social Responsibility and Respect.

    Connect on Social:
    LinkedIn

    Company Website:
    Rolluda Architects