PermitUsNow Returns as Statewide Sponsor of 2026 RHCA LUNA Awards, Celebrating Women Building Texas

DALLAS, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PermitUsNow, a building permit expediting firm, proudly returns as a statewide sponsor of the Regional Hispanic Construction Association (RHCA) LUNA Awards, reinforcing its commitment to recognizing women whose leadership and expertise strengthen the architecture, engineering, and construction industries across Texas.

The 2026 Built by Ella LUNA Awards Dallas/Fort Worth celebration takes place Wednesday, November 11, at The Statler Hotel, 1914 Commerce Street, Dallas. The program features breakout sessions and an awards luncheon beginning at 11:30 a.m., honoring women-owned firms, outstanding professionals, business advocates, and lifetime achievement.

As part of its sponsorship, PermitUsNow will host several women-owned contractors at its luncheon table. The invitation reflects relationship building: bringing business owners together to exchange ideas, celebrate achievements, and develop connections that can extend well beyond a single event.

"We are proud to stand with RHCA again as a statewide sponsor and celebrate the women who are building businesses, creating jobs, and making a difference in our communities," said Helen Callier, Founder and CEO of PermitUsNow. "We're not just in the business of permits. We're in the business of touching lives and building communities. Hosting women-owned contractors at our table is one meaningful way to put that belief into action."

The LUNA Awards recognize achievement across multiple categories, including A/E/C Firm of the Year, Rising Star A/E/C Firm of the Year, Service Firm of the Year, A/E/C Woman of the Year, and Business Advocate of the Year. By celebrating leadership at different career stages, the program highlights the range of talent contributing to the region's built environment.

This year's event also offers breakout sessions addressing transportation opportunities in North Texas, applied artificial intelligence in architecture, engineering, and construction, and financing and bonding throughout the life of a construction project. These discussions reflect issues that affect the competitiveness and sustainability of construction businesses.

"For women-owned contractors, access to strong relationships and timely information can help open doors," Callier added. "The LUNA Awards create a space where accomplished leaders and emerging entrepreneurs can learn from one another. We want our guests to leave encouraged, connected, and ready to pursue their next opportunity."

PermitUsNow's sponsorship builds on its support of the 2025 RHCA LUNA celebrations and its broader commitment to the Texas construction community. With its headquarters in Houston and a presence in Austin and North Texas, the firm works with architects, contractors, developers, and project owners to navigate permitting requirements and keep construction schedules moving.

Founded in 2016, PermitUsNow supports major, complex commercial, healthcare, aviation, retail, and educational projects through permitting strategy, plan review coordination, and communication with authorities having jurisdiction. Its work helps project teams identify potential approval obstacles earlier, respond to review comments, and reduce avoidable delays during preconstruction.

Callier, a mechanical engineer and former Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation commissioner, has long advocated for practical business education, mentorship, and stronger industry relationships. Her leadership philosophy connects business success with service, collaboration, and creating opportunities for others to thrive.

Through its continuing RHCA sponsorship, PermitUsNow celebrates the accomplishments of women in construction while reaffirming a simple message: when women-owned businesses grow, their employees, project partners, and communities benefit.

About Helen Callier

Helen Callier is Founder and CEO of PermitUsNow. She holds a mechanical engineering degree from Prairie View A&M University and is a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program. A published author and industry speaker, Callier advocates for entrepreneurs and effective permitting practices. 

About PermitUsNow

PermitUsNow is a building permitting and expediting consulting firm serving project owners, architects, and contractors across Texas and other markets nationwide. Its experts support permit planning, agency coordination, code-related review processes, risk management, and stake-holder communications. Some clients of PermutUsNow include H-E-B, Dallas ISD, McCarthy Building Companies, and JACOBS. PermitUsNow is also a 2021 winner of RHCA Luna Award for AEC Firm of the Year.  Learn more at www.permitusnow.com.

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