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Posted: March 29, 2024
2024 Women in Construction: Elisa Franklin, The Navona Group
Vice President
The Navona Group
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months?
My greatest professional achievement is the network I have created in this industry rife with smart, talented and inspiring people.
What has been the driving force behind your success in the AEC industry?
To be successful in a burgeoning industry with endless opportunities.
What is your favorite / most beneficial part of Women in Construction week?
Meeting new people and adding to my network.
Who or what inspired you to join the AEC industry?
I joined a long time ago based on the interest to be creative in a sales environment.
What are your goals for the future?
To achieve a more global perspective outside the US.
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