February 11, 2026
It’s Not a Math Problem. It’s a Color Problem — And We Need to Do Better
As the son of immigrants, I find it nauseating to watch people across this country justify the current wave of immigration enforcement while continuing to depend on the very same people they’re targeting. Because this isn’t abstract. The same households calling for crackdowns are often the same ones hiring immigrants to build their homes, remodel […]
February 3, 2026
Setting the Stage for 2026: Business, Data, and Policy in Action
As we move into 2026, the National Hispanic Construction Alliance (NHCA) is approaching the year with intention, focused on business development, data-driven advocacy, and meaningful engagement at the national policy level. The months ahead represent a critical sequence of moments that will help shape the future of construction, housing, and workforce development. Our year begins […]
January 28, 2026
Construction Is Slowing Down. Here’s What That Means for Hispanic Contractors
Last week, I came across an article from the American Institute of Architects that aims to forecast at what construction may look like in 2026, just like we all are trying to do. At first, this might sound like something only accountants or finance teams care about, but understanding this kind of information is actually […]
January 19, 2026
“We’ve Got Some Difficult Days Ahead”: Work, Dignity, & Holding America to Its Promise
I am not typically a publicly religious man. That is a deliberate choice, rooted in respect for others and an understanding that faith, belief, and meaning take many forms. For me, religion is not a banner to wave or a justification for action. It is a private framework—one that helps me draw boundaries. It helps […]
January 13, 2026
Rethinking Where Construction Innovation Happens
Last week I came across an article that reminded me how important it is to remember that Innovation in our industry is everyone’s responsibility. The construction industry does not grow without ideas, and it certainly does not grow without your ideas. We have said this before, and it is still true today. Over the past few […]
January 7, 2026
Building the Future of Construction: Demographics, Economics, and Impact
NHCA was built on a simple belief: if you invest in people, build real capacity, and create clear pathways to opportunity, the construction industry gets stronger. In 2025, that belief was tested—and proven. Over the past year, NHCA emerged as a fast-growing construction alliance by doing what the industry actually needs. We connected contractors to […]