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State Senator Martin Sandoval (at podium) stood before members of the Federation of Women Contractors (FWC) during a member luncheon at the East Bank Club.
“Senator Sandoval is a driving force for providing opportunities for all small businesses in Illinois,” said Beth Doria, Executive Director of FWC. “A leading force in putting people back to work is Senator Sandoval, who I call ‘El Caballo’ (The Horse),” said Governor Quinn. “He delivers for working people in Illinois.”
The Federation of Women Contractors is the oldest and most recognized leader among women-owned construction businesses in the Chicago land area. In existence since 1989, it is committed to the advancement of entrepreneurial women in the construction industry. FWC members include general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and service-related firms.