It’s no secret that like many other professions, the architecture, engineering and construction industries are predominantly made up of male workers. But more women are stepping into leadership roles in these industries, thanks in part to programs put in place to encourage girls to pursue STEM-related fields and companies making conscious efforts to be more inclusive in the hiring process.
Arkansas Money & Politics is proud to showcase some of the prominent women of AEC in Arkansas. These professionals have used their elevated designing, planning and building skills to shatter the glass ceilings in their respective industries and replace them with a solid foundation for future female leaders.
Michelle Ashmore
Bid Coordinator and Contract Specialist
Koontz Electric, Morrilton
Michelle Ashmore joined the project management team at Koontz Electric in October 2018. She is a graduate of the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, where she earned an Associate of Applied Science in business office technology. She is certified in construction quality management for contractors by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Her duties include scheduling, tracking and submitting all bid opportunities, which total more than $120 million annually. Ashmore also executes and bonds all contracts received and keeps all regulatory compliance current.
