Linda Hawkins

President, AO Door

AO focuses on employees first. They are an integral part of success. When it comes to providing a high level of expertise and values customer service, my team always goes above and beyond for the customer.

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Linda is the President of AO Door in Dallas, TX, where she establishes and manages the goals and strategy of the company. She is responsible for planning, business development, operations, forecasting, budgets, and sales, ensuring company resources are properly allocated and utilized.

Linda joined AO Door in 2009 in HR and Accounting following a position at Leading Edge Aviation Solutions where she handled payroll, employment records, insurance renewal, and employee onboarding. Although her role at AO Door was initially in HR and Accounting, her dependability, self-motivation, and ability to interact with all levels of personnel led her to become the Vice President of Operations in 2011. In 2019, Linda was promoted to President after demonstrating success in company operations, brought forth by her strong work ethic and focus on problem resolution with employees, customers, and business professionals alike.

In addition to running AO, Linda shares her expertise and stays involved in the industry by affiliating with professional organizations like D.R. Horton, Women of LBM, and the National Association of Women in Construction. Linda also supports multiple community charities, including Dallas Children’s Advocacy, Foster Kids Charity, and Ally’s Wish.

When she’s not busy serving the building materials industry and the Dallas community, Linda enjoys spending time with family friends, cooking, and living a healthy, active lifestyle.

Industry Expertise

  • Member, DR Horton
  • Member, Women of LBM
  • Member, National Association of Women in Construction