Meet the Team
Margaret White, President
Margaret has twenty years of experience in the construction industry. She is an innovator, an assertive player with a positive attitude. She brings purpose into her work, including the projects she builds. Margaret takes great pride in supporting others to meet their goals and has a proven track record of creating and nurturing career paths of others over the course of many years.
As president of California Construction Compliance, Margaret is responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of local hire programs and ensuring project compliance. She assists developers in presenting, reviewing and negotiating local hire and Minority & Women Owned Business target programs. She works with general contractors to draft subcontract compliance exhibits and ensure subcontractors remain in compliance with all federal and state prevailing wage regulations. She oversees local hire and labor compliance, to ensure all parties succeed in their roles and ensures processes are clear and easy to understand. Margaret has created many jobs for local residents on various affordable housing projects within the City and County of Los Angeles.
Margaret began her work in an administrative capacity and has grown into senior project management with a strong focus in workforce development and local hire. In her spare time, she teaches pre-apprenticeship, spends time hiking and enjoying Los Angeles with her family. She has held these positions with Cobalt Construction Company, a large multi family general contractor, CIM Group, Cannon Constructors South, another large multi family developer and Factory_OS, a modular housing factory located in Northern California.
Margaret has her LEED AP certification and construction management certificate from University of California Los Angeles. She acts in an advisory role to several workforce organizations including Maxine Waters Employment Center and Career Expansions, a pre-apprenticeship training partner.
Ruby Cohen, Compliance Specialist
Ruby Cohen is a Compliance Specialist at California Construction Compliance, where she leverages her expertise in prevailing wage compliance to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Prior to her current role, Ruby worked as an advisor and nurse's assistant in the mental health services industry, where she developed strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ruby is passionate about staying up-to-date with the latest developments in her field and is actively pursuing continuing education through LCPTracker academy. Her dedication to ongoing professional development allows her to provide clients with the highest level of expertise and service.
When she's not working, Ruby enjoys expressing her creativity through painting, sculpting, and graphic design. Her artistic pursuits provide a welcome balance to her rigorous work in compliance and allow her to unwind and recharge. Ruby is a driven and talented individual who is committed to excellence in everything she does.
Ana Alexander, Labor Compliance Manager
Ana Alexander is a highly skilled Labor Compliance Manager at California Construction Compliance, bringing with her years of experience in the construction industry. Ana began her career as an Office Administrator for Larrabure Framing, where she gained invaluable experience in the day-to-day operations of a construction company.
Over the years, Ana has honed her skills and expanded her expertise, taking on project estimating and labor compliance roles with JT McGregor Custom Works and eventually with California Construction Compliance. Her extensive knowledge of labor compliance regulations ensures that all clients are fully compliant with federal and state labor laws.
Outside of work, Ana enjoys expressing her creative side through art projects, which allow her to unwind and tap into her imagination. She also finds solace in ocean swimming and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Judith Lopez serves as the Accounting and Human Resources Specialist at California Construction Compliance and Power2Workers, where she is responsible for various tasks. These include generating monthly billing invoices for projects, keeping track of outstanding receivables, processing payroll, ensuring employee access to benefits like medical and dental insurance, 401K, and monitoring mandated trainings. Judith also manages company accounts, ensuring up-to-date Profit and Loss Statements.
Before joining California Construction Compliance and Power2Workers, Judith worked as a payroll specialist and office manager at CDR Data in Pasadena, CA, where she managed payroll, accounting, and bookkeeping.
In her leisure time, Judith enjoys hiking and spending time with her two goldendoodles at the beach.
Judith Lopez, Accounting and Human Resources Specialist
Emily Zepeda, Compliance Administrator
Emily Zepeda is a Compliance Administrator at California Construction Compliance, bringing her passion for justice and ambition to the role. With a background in Criminal Justice/Criminology, Emily is well-versed in navigating complex regulations and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws.
Driven by a desire to excel, Emily is always setting new goals for herself and striving to achieve greatness within the company. Her unwavering dedication and commitment to excellence make her a valuable member of the team at California Construction Compliance.
In her free time, Emily enjoys immersing herself in a good book or going out with friends. Her love for reading not only allows her to relax and unwind but also enhances her critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Christina Burdick, Labor Compliance Specialist
Christina Brudick is a dedicated mother of two children, one dog, and a grandpuppy. Recently, she suffered the loss of her first grand-puppy, but her daughter was able to adopt a rescue, bringing joy back into their family. Christina is an enthusiastic football fan and is proud to be a part-owner of the legendary Green Bay Packers. She is an avid reader and enjoys books by authors such as Stephen King and Jason Pargin. Her love for music is evident as she attends numerous concerts, from big venues to small ones.
Prior to her current role at California Construction Compliance, Christina spent 16 years working for a Contractor's Association in the Education Department. Her job involved handling apprentices and addressing compliance-related queries from contractors. Christina is a certified Construction Education Professional, and she holds credentials as an NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) Master Trainer.
Christina's passion for her work is evident in the credentials she holds and her previous work experience. Her love for football, reading, and music shows her diversity in interests. She is a compassionate person who cherishes her family and has a strong sense of community. Her contributions to California Construction Compliance have been invaluable, and she is highly regarded for her professionalism and expertise.
Ariana Campa, Compliance Administrator
Ariana Campa is a compliance administrator with a wealth of experience across various fields. She is of mixed race, with Mexican and African American heritage and has spent her entire life in Los Angeles, California. Ariana is a proud alumna of Pacific Palisades High School where she graduated as a dolphin. She is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in business administration at the University of Arizona.
Ariana's career journey has been varied, having worked as a casting assistant for SAS Movie Studios, and in marketing for LA Apartments, a property management company. Her interest in compliance led her to eventually head a compliance team before transitioning to her current role as a Compliance Administrator.
In her free time, Ariana enjoys playing video games, watching horror films, and collecting Kpop albums, with a collection of around 250 albums. She is also a talented artist who specializes in realistic portraits.