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PROFILE:
Lisa Newman PURCHASING AGENT
NAPPA ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
With more than 25 years in purchasing, Lisa Newman brings a seasoned perspective to her role as a purchasing agent at Nappa Electrical Contractors. Lisa joined Nappa Electric in 2023 and plays a key role supporting both Purchasing and Project Management. Prior to joining the company, she earned her Bachelor’ s Degree in business administration from DeVry University.
Throughout her career, Lisa has maintained long-standing vendor partnerships as well as a continuously
developing understanding of the commercial electrical market. That experience quickly made her an important asset to Nappa Electric’ s
Purchasing Department. She understands that decisions made at the procurement level have a direct and measurable impact in the field. Her ability to align purchasing strategy with jobsite needs keeps projects on schedule and within budget.
Lisa speaks openly about working in a traditionally male-dominated industry, embracing both the challenges and opportunities it presents while encouraging other women to pursue careers in construction.“ Burnout is real,”
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“ Pressure to prove expertise and competence can weigh heavily on your overall well-being. Once you find that work-life balance, stick with it and everything will fall into place.”
she says.“ Pressure to prove expertise and competence can weigh heavily on your overall well-being. Once you find that work-life balance, stick with it and everything will fall into place.”
Lisa’ s advice to women considering a career in the trades is simple: Be willing to learn to better yourself and your skills. Growth comes from asking questions and doing the work.
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PROFILE:
Briana Lucreziano Briana Lucreziano, purchasing agent, joined Nappa Electrical Contractors in 2024 with nearly a decade of experience in the electrical industry. She began her career in procurement in 2015, where she built a strong foundation in materials, vendor coordination, and the job specific requirements that drive successful projects. After several years in procurement, Briana moved into an electrical inside sales role. The transition gave her a broader view of the business, including estimating,
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PURCHASING AGENT
NAPPA ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
customer service, and the daily collaboration required between contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.
Since joining Nappa Electric, she has become a key asset to
the purchasing team, collaborating closely with project management and estimating to ensure seamless coordination from office to field. Her extensive product knowledge and keen attention to detail enable her to anticipate project needs and proactively resolve issues before they reach the jobsite, helping keep projects on schedule and running efficiently.
As a woman in the construction industry, Briana acknowledges the evolving landscape of the field and embraces the
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opportunity to contribute fresh perspective and innovative solutions. With a strong focus on efficiency, communication, and accountability, she consistently contributes to Nappa Electric’ s success. Briana has learned to lead with confidence and says,“ Never shrink yourself to make others comfortable. When you know your worth, you move differently – and that confidence changes rooms.”
“ Never shrink yourself to make others comfortable. When you know your worth, you move differently – and that confidence changes rooms.”
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