The General Contractor
Leo Yao
Leo Yao is the General Contractor for the College Avenue Project, and we are proud and grateful to have him on the Team. Leo is the founder of “Residential Industrial Construction Enterprise”, also known as “R.I.C.E.” — a general construction company. He earned his Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Civil Engineering with a major in Structrual Civil Engineering, and a minor in Construction.
His experience in the construction field began in college, starting first as manual labor, and then progressing to hands on, field training from a veteran carpenter. From there, Leo has over ten years of experience with private development companies on projects such as tile-up warehouses, custom houses, and tract houses.
Leo has served two years actively providing assistance to the Tibet-China geothermal project, with the United Nations, and another twelve years as a California License General Contractor.
Throughout his years, Leo has acquired a multitude of first-hand experience and wisdom in the field of construction.
Leo is currently on the Board of Directors of CACP (Chinese American Construction Professionals).
WIC LA LLC and the College Avenue Project is glad to have Leo aboard!