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Government contractors still feeling effects of shutdown despite it ending Full Audio Interview and Article: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/3893790/government-contractors-still-feeling-effects-government-shutdown-despite-ending/ The longest  government shutdown  in U.S. history has ended  after 43 days , and while many  received back pay and moved on , for others, the effects are still being felt. Due to the  Government Employee Fair Treatment Act of 2019 , federal e

LATINA Style Business Series — Entrepreneur of the Year, Austin Rebecca Contreras received the Entrepreneur of the Year – Austin award  at the 2025 LATINA Style Business Series , a nationally recognized business development program for minority entrepreneurs. Rebecca was honored for her work as President and CEO of AvantGarde, LLC , the government services firm she founded and scaled through entrepreneurial leadership, innovation, and sustained growth. The LATINA Style Busine

*To listen to full interview visit : https://www.klove.com/faith/news/faith/texas-ceo-helps-out-employees-during-government-shutdown-with-zero-interest-loans-andpodcast-57072 Texas CEO Helps Out Employees During Government Shutdown With Zero-Interest Loans (+podcast) (AUSTIN, TEXAS) Business leader and author Rebecca Contreras is a woman of strength, confidence, and purpose. But her story began in heartbreak, abandonment, and poverty. Through God’s intervention, wise mentors

As the government shutdown continues, its impact stretches far beyond Washington. Across the country, small businesses and federal contractors are fighting to stay afloat — facing weeks without revenue or pay. For Rebecca Contreras, President and CEO of AvantGarde LLC, the crisis isn’t just political. It’s deeply personal. In an October 28th interview with CBN News, Contreras shared how her faith and leadership are guiding her company through one of its most challenging seas

Rebecca Contreras, President and CEO of AvantGarde LLC, saw nearly half of her workforce affected overnight. With projects halted and invoices frozen, she knew waiting wasn’t an option. “In moments like this, leadership isn’t about profit margins or press releases — it’s about showing up for your people,” Contreras shared during her recent Fox News Atlanta interview.

CEO Rebecca Contreras of AvantGarde LLC launches a zero-interest bridge-loan program to support employees impacted by the 2025 government shutdown.

I was honored to be named one of the winners of the 2025 Entrepreneurial Women of Impact Awards , hosted by the Women Presidents Organization (WPO) and Women Elevating Women (W.E.W.) . Sharing the stage with some of the most driven and impactful women entrepreneurs across North America was both inspiring and energizing. The room was filled with leaders who are building, advancing, and elevating their communities—exactly the kind of company I’m proud to keep. This recognition

The Leader of the Year award honors an outstanding woman entrepreneur who has demonstrated exceptional vision, resilience, and impact in growing her business and inspiring her community. This award celebrates leadership that drives innovation, empowers others, and sets a powerful example for women in business. Event Details Date: Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm Venue: Norris Conference Center For more information: https://www.austinbusinesswoman.com/gala25 A

By Rebecca Contreras, CEO & Founder of AvantGarde, LLC I am deeply honored and proud to share that AvantGarde, LLC has been recognized by...

By   Gloria Park   Featuring insights from  Rebecca Contreras , entrepreneur, mentor, and founder of  AvantGarde When Rebecca Contreras made the leap to start her own firm, she wasn’t chasing a dream. She was waking up from one. “I was generating 90% of the revenue,”   she told me, describing her role as a senior executive at a private firm.   “But I wasn’t a partner. I didn’t own anything.” The numbers were great. The title sounded impressive. But none of it was hers. So she

Rebecca ContrerasPresident & CEO of AvantGarde LLC Was featured in Champions of Adult Education, From Extraordinary Story to Champions...

Hispanic Heritage Month is always a special time for Rebecca, and on October 8, 2024, she was invited to speak with the faculty and...

We are all leaders in our sphere of influence with the ability to affect change, no matter how small or large in scale. If we realize...

Read the feature here Following is an article written by Rebecca Contreras, Founder and CEO of AvantGarde, on building a successful...

Enterprising Women Article Leading with Resolve: A Journey of Empowered Leadership for Women.

Rebecca's scholarship and mentorship signature initiative, "Girls of Legacy," was recently featured in Enterprising Women Magazine....

This past month AvantGarde CEO Rebecca Contreras and her Girls of Legacy were featured in both Fortune and Forbes magazines. The feature...

There are times in life when you face insurmountable challenges that you think will knock you down, then times when you stand back and...

Rebecca was apart of a SXSW round table hosted by the SBA Administrator Guzman, Secretary of Education Dr. Cardona and Congressman Casar....

The National Day of Prayer Task Force designated September of 2023 to be primarily focused on business. 'If you prayed along through the...

Rebecca and AG Managing Director Susan Bradberry attended the annual awards gala for Enterprising Women Magazine. Rebecca shared her...

I have the honor of serving our great Texas Governor Greg Abbott as an appointed and senate confirmed Commissioner of the Texas Racing...

REBECCA CONTRERAS TALKS ABOUT HER NONPROFIT FOR GIRLS & PAVING THE PATH FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS "The CONNECT Network is the #1 TV Network...

Texas millionaire shares inspirational journey from poverty to success through faith By Nicole Alcindor, CP Reporter: CP LIVING | MONDAY,...

Rebecca attended the National Day of Prayer on Capitol Hill which gathered together with church, political leaders and business leaders...

Come Home with Jen Mallan Website: https://www.ctnonline.com/comehome.html Todays guest is Rebecca Contreras and hers is a story, a life...

December 2022 Blog Last month women around the world were recognized at the 19th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business held at...

Last month women around the world were recognized at the 19th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business held at Caesars Palace in Las...

Last month women around the world were recognized at the 19th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business held at Caesars Palace in Las...

Christian Television Network "Come Home with Jen Mallan" A program dedicated to the family...today's most vital roles in society... As...

AvantGarde (AG) CEO Rebecca Contreras has been named a Finalist in not one but two categories for the 19th annual Stevie® Awards for...

Recently I spoke with Texas CEO Magazine about my journey serving under POTUS George W Bush as well as the tremendous privilege I have...

Blurb: Thinking of making a major career change? Here are four ideas for overcoming imposter syndrome to achieve your goals as a woman in...

Posted: Mar 30, 2022 / 07:07 PM CD ‘How can we not pay it forward?’: Remarkable Woman winner Rebecca Contreras reflects on community...

Girls of Legacy was featured on CBS Austin KEYE News

"From The Hood To The White House: How Good Mentoring Changed A Life" It’s an understatement to say that Rebecca Contreras had a rough...

Mar 8, 2022 ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — To understand how Rebecca Contreras climbed the ladder to millionaire entrepreneur, you must...

Find Rebecca’s piece on page 6 of March 2022 issue of Hutto Living.

Winter 2021 Issue "Rebecca’s overcoming life story continues to be shared through various outlets around the nation. Her story of faith,...

Issue 1 Winter 2022 Excerpt from the article: CHANGEMAKER PROFILE: REBECCA CONTRERAS In October of 2021, former American Bible Society...

Meet Rebecca Contreras of AvantGarde, LLC - Voyage Austin Article, Feb 22, 2022. Check out the article by clicking the link below! Voyage...

Rebecca on The Shaunna & Laura show Austin , Georgetown, Round Rock and surrounding areas KGTN 106.7 Radio Station Show tune in here

Power Women: Rebecca Contreras of AvantGarde On How To Successfully Navigate Work, Love and Life As A Powerful Woman. An Interview With...

Tune into Rebecca's TV interview with NBC’s “Por La Vida”. Go to 8:06 on YouTube to check out my segment about Lost Girl. If you’re...

Rebecca was featured in this Latina Style Magazine article. click here to read

Rebecca Contreras, CEO of AvantGarde, was recently featured in the Austin Business Journal this October 2021. Rebecca Contreras has...