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Strengthening Communities Through a Commitment to Outreach

At Holt Construction, our commitment to meaningful and lasting community impact goes beyond compliance, it’s a core part of how we do business. As a company, we have set a bold internal standard: to engage a minimum of 30% MWLDBE participation on every project, regardless of the owner’s requirements. This is not a quota, it’s a principle. We believe that consistent engagement with Minority, Women, Local, and Disability-Owned Business Enterprises strengthens our projects, our communities, and the industry at large.

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This commitment is not made at the expense of quality or cost. On the contrary, we hold all trade partners to the same high-performance standards, ensuring that every MWLDBE partner we work with is selected based on capability, competitiveness, and alignment with project goals. By investing in long-term relationships, mentorship, and clear feedback loops, we ensure that our clients receive not only the benefit of inclusive outreach, but also the best trade partner for the job.

At Holt, we see our outreach efforts as a strategic advantage. We’ve developed a diverse and talented bench of firms with specialized skillsets, a passion for building, and a drive to grow. Through careful vetting, continuous development, and smart pairing with larger contractors, we help ensure these firms can scale, compete, and contribute meaningfully to complex, high-value projects.

This isn’t just good outreach, it’s good business, and it’s how we deliver excellence.

Our tailored outreach efforts, deep commitment to client success, and long‑standing relationships with local and minority trade contractors have positioned us to make a real impact.

Proactive Outreach & Development

  • Identifying and recruiting MWLDBE firms through targeted networking, industry events, and local business organizations.
  • Pre‑qualification support, offering direction on bonding, insurance, and administrative readiness.
  • Hosting training clinics and site visits, giving firms access to project insights and operational best practices.

Committed to Client Goals & Contractor Success

  • We understand that achieving your project objectives starts with a strong network of trade partners. Our outreach is not “check‑the‑box”, it’s a strategic extension of our commitment to quality, schedule, and cost performance.
  • Through close collaboration, we match MWLDBE firms to opportunities aligned with their strengths, ensuring both timely delivery and budget integrity.

Building an Expansive MWLDBE Database

  • Holt Construction has curated an extensive roster of MWLDBE trade partners across disciplines from plumbing and electrical to specialty finishes and civil works within all of our regions.
  • We continuously refine and grow this roster by monitoring performance, addressing capacity needs, and promoting high‑performing firms to greater roles.

Capacity Building & Meaningful Feedback

  • Our MWLDBE partners receive real‑time project feedback, coaching on estimating accuracy, safety compliance, logistics, and customer service.

Strategic Partnerships with Larger Firms

  • When needed, we facilitate mentor‑protégé relationships, pairing MWLDBE firms with larger, specialized contractors to share expertise, resources, and best practices.
  • These partnerships often lead to teaming on high-profile projects, joint proposals, and inclusion in broader trade partner pipelines thus amplifying MWLDBE firm visibility and capability.