Rebecca Contreras Honored as Entrepreneur of the Year by LATINA Style Magazine
- Chris Lopez

- Nov 13, 2025
- 1 min read

Rebecca Contreras, President and CEO of AvantGarde, LLC, was honored with the Entrepreneur of the Year – Austin Award at the 2025 LATINA Style Magazine Business Series, a nationally recognized program celebrating excellence in entrepreneurship and business leadership.
Rebecca received the award in recognition of her visionary leadership and the continued growth and innovation of AvantGarde, the government services firm she founded and has successfully scaled through purpose-driven strategy, operational excellence, and a commitment to service.
The LATINA Style Business Series has supported more than 40,000 entrepreneurs across 150 cities nationwide, providing access to education, mentorship, and meaningful conversations that address the real-world challenges faced by minority-owned and women-led businesses. Open to entrepreneurs of all backgrounds, the Austin event featured a full day of expert-led panels, networking opportunities, and the LATINA Style Entrepreneur Awards Ceremony.

Discussions throughout the event focused on launching creative ventures, accessing capital, prioritizing wellness and community, and building brands rooted in purpose, culture, and long-term impact. The program concluded with the Entrepreneur of the Year Awards, where Rebecca was formally recognized for her entrepreneurial excellence, leadership, and lasting impact in the business community.

This honor reflects not only Rebecca’s individual achievement, but also the dedication, talent, and mission-driven work of the entire AvantGarde team.
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