Lupita M. Almuhana

Founder and CEO

Stressie

Wellness Coach, Women in Breakbulk

Lupita M. Almuhana is the founder and CEO of Stressie, a corporate wellness platform that delivers personalized, psychology-backed solutions for employee wellbeing. With over two decades of experience in corporate wellness solutions, retreats, community interventions, and the industrial and logistics sectors, she deeply understands high-stress environments. Her work includes collaborations with organizations like Kaiser, Apple and the Golden State Warriors, and extensive research on stress and human behavior. Lupita now helps companies scale stress management solutions and offers talks on employee wellbeing, burnout and resilience in the workplace. 

About our Breakbulk global partnership

Kattya & Co. and Stressie Inc. have partnered to revolutionize how the industrial sector manages wellbeing, focusing on the often-overlooked logistics industry. In a world increasingly built on technology, we must not forget the essential jobs that keep it moving. Together, we create a unique, human-centered wellness approach enabled by technology, bringing wellness directly into the hands of those in high-stress environments. Whether it’s a corporate retreat, connection-boosting workshops, or micro wellness solutions through our app, we have you covered. Our comprehensive approach ensures that employees have access to the tools and support they need to thrive, fostering a culture of health and resilience that empowers both individuals and organizations. 

Diana Davila

Senior VP of US Operations

UTC Overseas, Inc.

Industry Panel, Women in Breakbulk

Diana Davila, a luminary in the logistics and freight forwarding sector, boasts over 30 years of impactful leadership. Currently the Sr. Vice President of US Operations at UTC Overseas, Inc. in Houston, she orchestrates collaborative efforts across the UTC Global network to achieve operational excellence. Diana's extensive experience spans large-scale projects globally, including the U.S., Middle East, Asia, Gulf of America, South America, and the Caribbean.

Her operational acumen enhances workflow efficiencies, client services, and overall customer satisfaction across all modes of transport. A dedicated advocate for diversity and inclusion, Diana contributes significantly to industry growth.

She is the founder of a Non-Profit Women in Logistics Leadership, a Steering Committee Member of the ISPM 15 Coalition, and holds leadership roles in various organizations, including the CSCMP Houston Round Table and as Chairperson for the Exporters Competitive Maritime Council. Diana is committed to shaping the future of the logistics and supply chain industry through mentorship and leadership initiatives.

Rachel Quan

Vice President, Special Events

Houston Astros

Collaboration Panelist, Women in Breakbulk

Rachel joined the Houston Astros in July, 2024.   She came to the Astros from a marketing, sponsorship and communications agency in Houston (Professional Sports Partners) where she was the managing director of the Live Events division.  

Rachel’s background in production and events began as a festival director and then the national director of production and arrangements for an international non-profit that conducted festivals around the country. She first oversaw one of their largest festivals to date in Houston and then went on to manage production in other festival cities. From here she headed up the Houston office for Mowalla Productions where she met her future business partner, who co-founded SBHH with her several years later.  

A large component of Rachel’s events career was in the co-founding of SBHH, an event management and production company where she was the managing partner. She, along with three other company partners, made a name for themselves in the large event space, including concerts, corporate conferences, sporting events, stadium events and large outdoor festivals. Through the company, Rachel managed various large-scale events for a myriad of clients including as the vice president of external operations for the HLOC with the three most recent NCAA Men’s Final Fours in Houston (2011, 2016, 2023) in addition to working on the 2018 and 2022 Men’s Final Fours. She sold her partnership in SBHH in 2022. 

Rachel was a founding board member for WISE (Women in Sports & Events) in Houston in 2016, and the recipient of their Woman of Inspiration award in 2022. She was also the recipient of the Houston Business Journal’s Diversity in Business, Outstanding Head of Diversity award in 2023 while on the executive team for the Men’s Final Four. 

Holly Kesterson

Chief Operating Officer, Harris County

Houston Sports Authority

Collaboration Panelist, Women in Breakbulk

Holly Kesterson is returning to the Harris County – Houston Sports Authority (HCHSA) as chief operating officer, bringing with her a wealth of experience from her recent role as president and co-founder of the marketing and events agency, Relevant Worldwide. Holly previously served as the vice president of events for HCHSA, where she was a key member of the team for nearly nine years, specializing in sales, event management and execution. Throughout her career, Holly has led numerous high-profile events, including youth, collegiate, professional and international sports competitions, leaving a lasting impact on the city's sports and events landscape. 

Notably, Holly served as president of the 2023 NCAA Men’s Final Four Houston Local Organizing Committee, a major milestone in her career. She has been an influential leader in the sports industry, recognized with the prestigious 2018 Game Changer Award by the National Association of Sports Commissions for her outstanding contributions to both the industry and her organization. 

A passionate advocate for sports and community, Holly earned a bachelor's degree in Sports, Entertainment, and Event Management from Johnson & Wales University, where she also played for the Women’s Basketball team as a student-athlete. She furthered her education with a master's degree in Sports Administration from the University of Northern Colorado. Holly's extensive background also includes roles with the United States Olympic Committee and USA Boxing before relocating to Houston.  

Kattya Distefano

Founder

Kattya & Co.

Wellness Coach, Women in Breakbulk

Kattya Distefano is a dynamic entrepreneur with a rich blend of cultural and professional experiences. 
 
Originally from Mexico City and raised in Houston, Texas, Kattya's journey began with a passion for creativity, earning her a degree in Graphic Design from the Art Institute of Houston. Her career initially took shape in the transportation and international logistics industry, where she spent 15 years honing her skills in strategic sales, planning and operations working on mega projects in Oil and Gas, Power, Renewables and Chemical Space. 
 
Driven by her ambitious spirit, Kattya founded Kattya & Co., where she currently serves as Founder and CEO. The company specializes in strategic sales consulting, marketing, and corporate events, with a focus on delivering innovative and holistic solutions for corporate clients and trade shows. In addition to her leadership role at Kattya & Co., she sits on the board for Stressie, which is an app created by her sister Lupita Almuhana to serve the wellness industry in Corporate America to help employees better cope with stress mechanisms. She is also the Co-Founder and Community Affairs Director for the Society of Low Carbon Technologies, where she champions sustainable initiatives. 
 
Kattya is equally dedicated to giving back to her community. She actively participates in philanthropy, supporting causes such as REDM and The Gentle Barn. Her commitment to both her professional endeavors and community service reflects a deep-seated passion for making a positive impact in all areas of her life. 

About our Breakbulk global partnership

Kattya & Co. and Stressie Inc. have partnered to revolutionize how the industrial sector manages wellbeing, focusing on the often-overlooked logistics industry. In a world increasingly built on technology, we must not forget the essential jobs that keep it moving. Together, we create a unique, human-centered wellness approach enabled by technology, bringing wellness directly into the hands of those in high-stress environments. Whether it’s a corporate retreat, connection-boosting workshops, or micro wellness solutions through our app, we have you covered. Our comprehensive approach ensures that employees have access to the tools and support they need to thrive, fostering a culture of health and resilience that empowers both individuals and organizations. 

Leah Mastaglio

Assistant General Manager and Vice President of Arena Operation

Toyota Center

Collaboration Panelist, Women in Breakbulk

Leah Mastaglio has over 20 years’ experience in the event and facility management industry focusing on sports and entertainment. Her current role is assistant general manager and vice president of arena operations for Toyota Center, home of the Houston Rockets. Previously, Mastaglio held the senior assistant general manager position at NRG Park, a multi-purpose sports and entertainment property.   

Mastaglio managed NRG Stadium, NRG Center and NRG Arena, home to the Houston Texans and the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo; with day-to-day responsibilities included overseeing the Event and Guest Services, Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Technical Services, Parking, Security and Safety departments. 

Mastaglio has served as the tournament manager for the 2008, 2010 and 2015 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship.  For the 2011, 2016 and 2023 NCAA Men’s Final Four, Mastaglio was the chairperson of the Stadium Operations Committee for the event.  She has assisted in the management of Super Bowl XXXVIII, held at Reliant Park, and served as the NFL contact for stadium operations for Houston’s 2017 Super Bowl LI, held at NRG Stadium.  Leah has worked on an event logistics team for 15 other Super Bowls.   

Other events Leah has managed include 2024 College Football National Championship Playoff Game, Big XII Football Championships, WrestleMania XXV, international soccer matches, large-scale stadium concerts, Offshore Technology Conference, the largest offshore drilling conference in the world, four years of the Grand Prix of Houston, and many other events. 

During the emergency response after Hurricane Katrina, Leah was part of the team that assisted in shelter operations.  After Hurricane Harvey Leah organized and led the emergency shelter operations at NRG Center for three weeks. 

Leah Mastaglio has served on the Houston Mayor’s Office Commission for People with Disabilities for four years.  She is a member of International Association of Venue Managers, serving as president of the Houston chapter WISE Women in Sports and Events. 

Geanean Ordonez

Project Logistics Manager, Procurement

Technip Energies

Industry Panel, Women in Breakbulk

My husband and I celebrated 26 years of marriage this year, and we have 2 boys (15 and 19 years of age). I have been in the logistics industry for 20 years, starting in 2005 as a logistics coordinator for a small 3PL company in Los Angeles. I joined Technip Energies as a Project Logistics Manager in 2023 and have had the opportunity to manage several successful large-scale EPC projects.

Jennifer Schuster

President/COO

Edwards Moving & Rigging/SC& RA

Industry Panel, Women in Breakbulk

About SC&RA
The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association is an international trade association of more than 1,350 members from 46 nations. Members are involved in crane and rigging operations, specialized transportation, machinery moving and erecting, industrial maintenance, millwrighting, concrete pumping, manufacturing, and rental. SC&RA helps members run more efficient and safer businesses by monitoring and affecting pending legislation and regulatory policies at the state and national levels and researching and reporting on safety concerns and best business practices.

Lorena Alvarez

Senior Logistics Operations Manager - Americas

Fluence

Industry Panel, Women in Breakbulk

• Lorena is originally from Managua, Nicaragua. She studied in Guadalajara, Mexico, for two years and traveled all over Mexico, embracing the scenery and culture.

• Lorena met her husband in Mexico who is from Puerto Rico. Once married, Lorena and her husband moved to Florida where they started their family.

• A few years later, they moved to Puerto Rico where Lorena spent over 10 years working in freight forwarding, mainly with pharmaceuticals and some oversized cargo.

• In 2014, Lorena and her family moved to Houston where she dove deep into oil and gas, renewables, and industrial accounts as a branch manager. She has lived in Houston ever since.

• Lorena joined Fluence in January 2022 as logistics operations manager for the Americas.

• Lorena and her team have managed and successfully delivered thousands of energy storage batteries and components to sites in the U.S. mainland, Canada and Chile.

Patti Smith

Founder & CEO

Relevent Worldwide

Collaboration Panel, Women in Breakbulk

Patti Smith has been a driving force in the Houston sports media landscape since 1995. She spent over two decades with Fox Sports Southwest, where she earned multiple Emmy Awards as both a producer and broadcaster. During her tenure, she served as the sideline reporter for the Houston Astros and Houston Rockets, and hosted five weekly shows dedicated to the Houston Texans.

Following her successful broadcasting career, Patti joined the Harris County – Houston Sports Authority, where she served for seven years as Vice President of Communications. In that role, she conceived, launched, and produced two of the city’s signature events—the Houston Sports Awards and the Houston Sports Hall of Fame.

A passionate advocate for youth, Patti co-founded the nonprofit Brothers In Arms alongside Heisman Trophy winner Andre Ware, Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Moon, and Texas Longhorn legend Vince Young. The foundation provides college scholarships to high school athletes from single-parent homes—reflecting the backgrounds of its founders.

For nearly 15 years, Patti was also a beloved voice at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, serving as an announcer until stepping down after the 2024 season.

Today, Patti is the Founder and CEO of RELEVENT Worldwide, a marketing and events firm that specializes in large-scale productions. She is currently leading efforts on major projects, including the FIFA World Cup 2026 Houston Fan Fest.

Leslie Meredith

Chair Women in Breakbulk, Editorial & Product Director

Breakbulk Events & Media

Janet Rojas Galati

Vice President of Energy Sector Growth

Baton Rouge Area Chamber (BRAC)

Janet Rojas Galati serves as Vice President of Energy Sector Growth at the Baton Rouge Area Chamber (BRAC), where she leads regional strategy to attract employment and investment across a wide range of energy sectors — including oil and gas, hydrogen, ammonia, solar, wind, biofuels, and nuclear. In this role, she collaborates with public and private stakeholders to cultivate a strong pipeline of industry leads, support energy-related economic development projects, and align business growth with state and federal policy frameworks. Janet also represents BRAC on major initiatives such as H2theFuture and NSF FUEL, and she leads the BRAC Carbon Alliance, helping to position Louisiana at the forefront of energy innovation.  

Before joining BRAC, Janet served as Director of Industry Recruitment for the Jefferson Parish Economic Development Commission (JEDCO), where she managed business attraction efforts and project development for targeted industry sectors. She began her career in economic and workforce development in the Greater Philadelphia region and brings over 12 years of experience working across Florida, Pennsylvania, and Louisiana. Her expertise includes site selection, regulatory assistance, grant writing and management, stakeholder engagement, and incentive programs.  

Janet holds a master's degree in public administration and has been recognized as one of the 2022 Biz New Orleans Women to Watch. She is a 2022 graduate of Leadership Jefferson, an active member of her local Toastmasters Club, and she currently serves on the NAIOP Gulf Coast Chapter. 

Kelly Sheridan

US Flag Chartering Specialist

Phillips 66

Kelly Sheridan is a seasoned maritime professional with nearly three decades of experience in vessel operations, scheduling, and chartering. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation from Texas A&M University at Galveston (TAMUG), a foundation that launched her into a dynamic career in the maritime industry. 

Her journey began in 1997 at Kirby Inland Marine, where she started as a Voyage Coordinator and advanced into scheduling roles, gaining hands-on expertise in inland marine logistics. In 2007, she transitioned to Odfjell Chemical Tankers, serving as a Vessel Port Operator and Transshipment Coordinator, where she managed complex port operations and transshipment logistics for chemical cargoes. 

In 2017, Kelly joined Phillips 66, initially as an International Operations Coordinator. Her role expanded into Marine Assurance, where she spent two years ensuring safety and compliance across marine activities. She currently serves as a US Flag Chartering Specialist, leveraging her operational insight to optimize vessel chartering strategies. 

Beyond her corporate roles, Kelly is deeply committed to advancing women in maritime. She has been an active leader in WIMOs (Women in Maritime Operations), serving as Vice President during the formation of the Houston Chapter and stepping into the role of Chapter President in March 2022.