Paul Porras President & CEO The Garrick Group

G. Paul Porras is President and CEO of the Garick Group, Inc., one of the largest mechanical, electrical and plumbing contractors in the southwest. Born and raised in El Paso, Paul has used his talents to support the El Paso region via participation in local boards, as well as in being a benefactor to many public and private causes. He currently serves on the Texas Tech President’s Development Council, WestStar Insurance Board, the El Paso Community Foundation Board of Directors, and the Coronado Country Club Board of Directors. Paul is also a former member of the Board of Directors of Candlelighters of El Paso, as well as many other construction industry and Church boards and committees.

Mr. Porras received his Bachelor of Business Administration from St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas.