Julissa’s continuous drive to transform dreams into reality inspired her to Co-Found the DreamOn Group. She takes a very thoughtful and careful approach to development projects. Julissa co-founded DreamOn Group to develop, construct, and manage properties that bring economic, environmental, and cultural value to the communities she serves. Working with governmental agencies, non-profits, and cultural organizations to bring forth change in communities and create the opportunities that people deserve has been Julissa’s prime motivator in all she does.
As a pioneer in the construction industry, Julissa gained industry experience from the ground up by working for an architectural firm, a building manufacturer, and eventually for a general contractor. In 2006, with a dream and her 401K savings, she started her own construction company. Tejas Premier Building Contractor, Inc. was born out of hard work and determination and now stands as a principal contractor in the San Antonio area. She is a dedicated business leader and educator who has committed much of her life to implementing programs that address community equity.
Her commitment to San Antonio and making it a better community to live in is at the heart of her business focus. She is a leader in identifying needs and solutions, knowing how to accomplish the goal, and seeing it to the end. For example, in 2015, Julissa saw the vision of acquiring and converting an unused elementary school into an entrepreneur center by creating a space where local small businesses could come and receive training, get advice, and obtain the tools necessary to expand their business. In 2025, Julissa, in collaboration with Prosper West, acquired the historical Basila Frocks building and transformed it into a vibrant community hub featuring small business retail, office spaces, and events designed to engage and support the local community.
Julissa often works with community leaders to find best practices to improve our city and is highly sought after to speak at community events to inspire others to get involved and do the same. She draws upon her experience and expertise as a small business owner, design-builder, and serving on non-profit boards. Her expertise is known for bringing community partners to work together for the greater good. Julissa has served on numerous boards and has been involved in exciting community leadership programs throughout her career. She was honored to participate in the Leadership San Antonio (LSA) Class 40.
In addition, Julissa has represented San Antonio in many national organizations like Presidential Leadership Scholars Class 4, a national leadership program where she was selected among 800 applicants nationwide to represent in Washington DC. Julissa’s drive is unmatched, and community leaders know that she will bring a community vision with integrity and passion for bringing the leadership needed to complete the project. She served at the Mayor’s invitation to co-lead the Economic Transition Team during COVID-19 to help identify local businesses having trouble developing a plan to get them back to business. Julissa co-created the needs of an economic playbook that numerous large and small companies utilized to open their business back up safely.
Julissa is a native Texan and grew up in San Antonio. She is a graduate of St. Mary’s University and is highly involved in the community. Julissa’s greatest passion is her family, and she enjoys time spent with her husband, Oscar, and their two boys.
