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From Basketball Dreams to Building Futures | Mesa News
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From the court to the construction site, Kaya Orona’s life took an unexpected turn after Lyme disease stole her athletic dreams—but she turned adversity into impact. Now 26 and thriving as a top-tier Preconstruction Manager in Arizona, she’s reshaping the industry by leading major tribal, healthcare, and hospitality projects. She graduated top of her class in architecture, created a scholarship for a former classmate, and mentors young women in construction. Recently honored with her company’s Diversity Award, Kaya is proving that resilience, purpose, and leadership can rebuild any future—even the ones life takes away.
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