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🎉 The ACE Mentor Program is proud to welcome three outstanding industry leaders to our National Board of Directors! Their collective expertise, leadership, and passion for developing the next generation will help strengthen ACE’s mission of inspiring future architects, engineers, and construction professionals. 🏗️✨ 🌟 Christina Goetz | Vice President of Talent, #APiGroup 🌟 Blake Edwards | Vice President, #HolderConstruction 🌟 Jessica Herrala | Vice President, North America, #Buildots Please join us in welcoming these exceptional leaders to our community! 👏 #ACEMentor #AECIndustry

🌟 Meet Tami Hughes, a 2026 ACE-ENR Outstanding Mentor with the ACE Mentor Program Rhode Island! 🏗️ For more than six years, Tami has guided Rhode Island’s national competition student group, creating hands-on experiences that challenge students to think critically, collaborate effectively, and tackle real-world AEC projects. Her leadership on the Curriculum Committee and across the ACE Rhode Island Board has helped shape meaningful opportunities for students throughout the program. Former ACE mentee Lily Gucfa shared, “Even nearly two years into my career, I continue to see myself as a student under her guidance.” Thank you, Tami, for the dedication, leadership, and lasting impact you bring to ACE each year! 💙 #ACEMentor #AECIndustry #MentorsMatter #StudentSupport

We are committed to helping students explore opportunities in the architecture, construction, and engineering industry. 📚 Check out the 2026 National Scholarship Winners Historic Demographic Summary to see the disciplines these outstanding students are pursuing as they prepare for their future careers. Explore the impact of our scholarship program and help us celebrate the talented students we are proud to support! 🌟🏗️🙌 #ACEMentor #StudentSuccess #MentoringProgram #Scholarships #AECIndustry

🦺 National Safety Month reminds us that safety is more than a checklist—it's a commitment to protecting people every day. In the #AECindustry, strong safety practices help prevent injuries, save lives, and create better outcomes for everyone on and off the jobsite! 🏗️ #NationalSafetyMonth #SafetyFirst #ACEMentor

📍Welcome Event at Clyde’s in Washington, D.C. National staff, team leads, mentors and 9 teams networking as we prepare for the 20th ACE CIRT Competition!!! Finals live tomorrow at 3:30EST! #acementor #aecindustry #brilliants

Here they are! 🌟 Meet the exceptional students awarded the 2026 ACE National Scholarship for their dedication, vision, and excellence in the #AECindustry. 🏆 Congratulations to all the winners! Your hard work has truly paid off. 🎉 Like, comment, and share to show your support for these inspiring students! #acementor #AECindustry #mentoringprogram #studentdesign

⏳ We’re just one week away from the 2026 Construction Industry Round Table National Design + Construction Competition—and it will be streamed live. 🎥🏗️ Keep an eye out for the viewing link and cheer on these incredible student teams as they present their solutions for the built world! #acementor #CIRTcompetition #aecindustry #studentdesign

✨ Thank you to Engineering News-Record for welcoming ACE to the ENR Award of Excellence Gala! Proud to see ACE trailblazers among the industry leaders shaping the built environment. 🏗️🌆 Jason Pugh, Gensler John Pierce, ACE Executive Committee, Equinox Consulting Kevin Hilton, IMPACT Aileen Fuchs, National Building Museum Diana Eidenshink, ACE Mentor Caryn Halifax, ACE Executive Committee, International Masonry Institute Stephanie Davi McNeely, ACE Mentor #aecindustry #AwardOfExcellence #BuiltEnvironment 🎉

Fun Fact Friday 🎉 The CIRT National Design + Construction Competition, founded in 2007 by Mark A. Casso in collaboration with Charlie Thornton of the ACE Mentor Program, gives students hands‑on experience with real‑world design and construction challenges. The program helps students develop valuable skills, gain industry exposure, and culminates in an in‑person final presentation in Washington, D.C., judged by leading professionals. Stay tuned: April 27 marks the 20th anniversary competition! 👏 #acementor #designcompetition #20thanniversary

🌟 Our 2026 Charles H. Thornton Memorial Alumni Scholars are here! Established in memory of ACE founder Charles H. Thornton, this scholarship carries forward his legacy by supporting ACE alumni pursuing bachelor’s degrees in construction-related fields. Meet three of this year’s outstanding recipients: 👩‍🎓 Alexis Usher – @acementorie2012 "She developed the confidence, technical foundation, and leadership skills that continue to guide her academic journey." 👩‍🎓 Audrie Platcher – @acementornash "I am very excited to continue learning about this industry and working towards my career..." 👨‍🎓 Boden Kaminski-Willard – @acementorseattle "Thank you for your generous support of my education and the construction industry..." These alumni turned their high school experiences into stepping stones toward futures in landscape architecture, civil engineering and architectural engineering — we couldn’t be prouder. 🌟 #acementor #alumnischolarship

🗣️ During the 2026 #CIRTCompetition, two exceptional finalists were recognized as the first recipients of the inaugural Mark A. Casso Scholarship, established in memory of the late CIRT past president. Congratulations to Sai Rahshita Kona of #ACEMentorNewJersey and Kaleo Pan of #ACERhodeIsland. We’re excited to see all you accomplish next! 👏 #ACEMentor #AECIndustry

🌟 Meet more of our 2026 Scholars! Each year, ACE honors the legacies of founder Charles H. Thornton through scholarships supporting ACE alumni pursuing bachelor’s degrees in construction-related fields. Meet three of this year’s outstanding recipients: 👨‍🎓 Jason Terry - "The ACE Mentor Program truly guided and defined my early path toward becoming an architect." 👩‍🎓 Evelyn Perez - "My passion for engineering started with ACE. Thanks to this program I met some of the biggest role models I have in my life, my mentors. 👨‍🎓 Jaishva Bhatt - "ACE helped me better understand the interdisciplinary nature of the AEC field and strengthened my interest in architecture as both a creative and technical discipline." These alumni turned their high school experiences into stepping stones toward futures in civil engineering and architecture—we couldn’t be prouder. 🌟 #acementor #alumnischolarship

During the #2026CIRTCompetition, two more outstanding ACE Mentor teams earned top honors for their exceptional innovation and design. 🏆 🥈 Second Place and a $1,500 prize went to the #ACEMentorSouthernNevada’s Team Jigsaw for their modular/tech-enabled concept, “Modular/Tech-Enabled Build.” 🥉 Third Place and a $1,000 prize went to #ACEMentorIllinois, Chicago Team 11 for their Cultural Destination concept, “Crossroads Cultural Center." Congratulations to both teams for their incredible achievements! 👏 🌟 Please like, share, and leave a comment to show them your support. #acementor #aecindustry

Today marks 25 years of remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honoring those who survived, and reflecting on the lasting impact felt by us all. 🇺🇸 We remember. We honor. We will #NeverForget!

🗣️During the 2026 #ACECIRTCompetition, we had the opportunity to recognize and celebrate this year’s outstanding mentors on stage. Each mentor was presented with a trophy and invited to share their stories and experiences with the next generation of professionals, current industry leaders, and the ACE community. Thank you again for all the hard work, dedication, and guidance you bring to ACE. Your impact is helping shape the future and inspire the next generation! 🌟Tami Hughes - ACE Mentor Program of Rhode Island 🌟Monique Brown - ACE Mentor Program of Northeast Florida 🌟Valerie Tam - ACE Mentor San Francisco Bay Area 🌟Kingsley Jewett - ACE Mentor Program of Central Iowa 🌟Octavio Gutierrez - ACE Mentor Program of Oregon 🌟Holly Ganser - ACE Mentor Program of Greater Boston #ACEmentor #OutstandingMentors #IndustryLeaders #ENRMagazine

Fun Fact Friday 🎉 As we gear up for the 20th anniversary of the CIRT Competition, take a look at the winning teams from the past 19 years. These exceptional students brought their best ideas to the built world and continually impressed the judges. Here’s to another year of innovation—and to meeting winning team #20! 🏆 Check out the nine worthy finalists who will compete: https://loom.ly/syddfUA #aecindustry #acementor #CIRTcompetition #designcompetition

🗣️Help Spread the Word! We need your help to support the future leaders of the industry! 🏗️✨ Make a difference and grow your network with the #ACEMentorProgram, a no-cost after-school program that prioritizes #workforcedevelopment pathways for high school students. ACE is looking for passionate volunteers and firms to support our students, and we think you would be a great fit! Not only does engaging with ACE help students navigate their career, it also bolsters our future workforce! 💡 Interested in Learning More? Join Us for any of the upcoming ACE Mentor Information Sessions: 📅September 23: 12:30 Eastern / 11:30 Central / 10:30 Mountain / 9:30 Pacific 📅September 24: 12pm Eastern / 11am Central / 10am Mountain / 9am Pacific 📅September 24: 3pm Eastern / 2 pm Central / 1 pm Mountain / Noon Pacific For registration links, please visit our other social accounts or email us at info@acementor.org. #AECIndustry #AECcareers #Volunteer

On Monday, April 27, after competing against nine impressive finalist teams, the 505/732 Teams from ACE Mentor Program of NJ rose to the top!🏆 Their Net Zero Data Center concept, “Net 505,” earned First Place and a $2,000 prize for its forward-thinking energy strategy, technical innovation, and scalable vision for sustainable data infrastructure. ⚡🌎 Congratulations for their outstanding performance and innovation! 👏 🌟 Please like, share, and leave a comment to show them your support. #acementor #2026CIRTComp #aecindustry #studentdesign #DataCenter

📍 ACE in the Northeast The ACE Mentor Program of Rochester hosted its annual Graduation and Scholarship Ceremony on Friday, March 27, awarding $50,000 in scholarships and tool stipends! 🙌 Congratulations to the students, mentors, families, and supporters who made the celebration so meaningful. 🎉 #acementor #aecindustry #mentoringprogram

🎉 This year we are celebrating ACE Day of Action on October 16! For 30+ years, ACE has inspired the next generation of architects, engineers, and builders. 🗣️ Now, we’re inviting you to join us! ⭐ Give to help a student thrive. ⭐ Sign up as a mentor or volunteer. ⭐ Register a student for ACE. Mark your calendars and join over 14,000+ students and 5,000+ mentors who are making a difference every year. Together, we’re building futures and creating an impact that lasts. #ACEDayofAction2026 #ACEMentor #mentoringprograms #studentsuccess #AECindustry

ICYMI: ✨ It’s HERE! The 2026 ENR/BNP ACE Yearbook has arrived. 📖 ✨ Inside, you’ll find powerful stories of impact and the people driving our mission. This year, we're "Celebrating Records, Milestones, and the next Generation"! Take a look and see everything that makes ACE what it is today—and where we’re headed tomorrow. 💡🌆💪 🔗 Click the link in bio to explore! #ACEmentor #Yearbook #MentoringProgram #AECindustry

📍 ACE in the South ACE Mentor Charlotte set a new benchmark for Trades Day on Tuesday, March 17, at Central Piedmont Community College—breaking the national participation record with more than 700 attendees! 🙌 Here are a few photos showcasing real pathways into the trades and the built environment. 🎉 #acementor #aecindustry #mentoringprogram

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📍 ACE in the South ACE Mentor Charlotte set a new benchmark for Trades Day on Tuesday, March 17, at Central Piedmont Community College—breaking the national participation record with more than 700 attendees!