GenXYZ 2023 — Hayley Selden

They’re uncommon achievers, whether as entrepreneurs, CEOs, nonprofit leaders, visionaries critical to their companies’ success or, in some cases, all of those roles. This year’s Top 25 Young Professionals figure to continue making a difference professionally and in their communities for years to come.

Read on to learn about the 2023 Top 25 Young Professionals and to see the list of this year’s top 50 finalists.

READ: GenXYZ 2023 — Top 25

Hayley Selden, 28

Owner, Redwood Jane LLC | Edgewater

Hayley Seldon’s background as a structural engineer for single-family residential projects is serving her well as her fledgling company finds its place.

While Seldon, who started Redwood Jane in 2021, is well aware of the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated industry, she’s excited to represent women and be a face of change.

“I don’t see this as a hindrance as much as an asset,” she said. “Diversity is important in any industry, and I’m able to bring a unique perspective to every project I take on.”Seldon recognizes that she’s benefited from women blazing trails in the construction industry and wants to pave the way for those who will come after her.

Seldon is involved with the Home Builders Association, and the Home Builders Foundation (HBF), where she is the chair of the HBF Professional Women in Building Council. She’s also the HBF’s only trained female project captain, which qualifies her to lead her own volunteer crews for projects like building ramps to assist people with limited mobility.