Women in the built environment are trailblazers. Many times, they were the only woman in their department, on the leadership team, or the first woman to lead their organization. While you may not have been the first woman, everyone has a unique story to tell. “Being the only” means that everyone has a narrative about their climb to success. Join the Women Executives in Building on August 31, for an opportunity to share your personal journey and learn from the paths of others.

Who Should Attend:  All female C-Suite executives in the building industry, from association executives to corporate leaders and women–owned and operated businesses.

Event format: This is an opportunity for conversation with other C-Suite female executives in a safe, thought-provoking environment.

This is the 7th year of bringing women together to discuss, brainstorm and celebrate women's unique role in the construction industry. Meet more than 200 female executives and managers who will attend from top firms across home building and remodeling.

This year's conference is about the power of transformation as we examine the present—and craft the future—of women in industry.

The conference will provide:

• Inspiring keynotes and industry speakers with actionable advice
• Creative working sessions
• Peer-to-peer breakouts
• Networking receptions geared toward building lasting relationships

So come and connect with other women in residential construction who are meeting challenges and finding success.

During our networking session at Building Innovation 2021, many leaders spoke about being their authentic self. How much of yourself can you really share with others at work? For example, if you’re kindhearted, does this come through, or do you pretend to be someone else at work for appearances sake? Does your wardrobe reflect your true self? Is it OK to have a bad day?

Women in the built environment sometimes wear many hats. During this session, we’ll break down some of these walls and talk about authenticity.

The Women in Construction – West Coast Conference is designed for women in all fields and positions within the construction industry. It provides a forum for women to network, learn, educate, and share ideas. This is a one-of-a-kind conference on the West Coast providing educational panels, professional development, and networking for women in the construction industry. The conference has been planned by women leaders in the construction industry and is scheduled to be an annual event, changing venue locations each year to various western cities. The conference consists of panels on relevant topics in addition to female keynote speakers sharing their insights as women in the construction industry.

Women in the built environment are daring the rest of us to confront stereotypes that lead to harmful hiring practices and personnel policies that reinforce barriers of the past and continue to hold women back. These groundbreakers defy the odds in the male-dominated industries that support the built environment, and they must be aligned to increase awareness and diversity, particularly for young women who may be considering careers in the AECO industry.

In this edition of the Women’s Leadership Forum, the National Institute of Building Sciences will convene female leaders from all sectors of the built environment to a one-day event. Here, we will share successes, challenges, network, and equip females in the built environment with actionable strategies to overcome the hurdles women often face in the workplace, and specifically in the building industry. NIBS will provide the platform.

Women in the industry: Come ready to join forces and empower each other, drive results, and inspire change focused on diversifying the workforce.

This event will be filled with immersive learning for female leaders in the built environment, networking opportunities, facilitated panel discussions, and keynotes.

Presentations

Delta Controls Intro
Green Building Initiative Intro
Social Media and Your Personal Brand
Resiliency A Business Imperative with Profitable Benefits
My Path to Success & the Importance of Technology to the Building Lifecycle
Social Sciences, Natural Hazards Mitigation, and the Built Environment

Join us for another thought-provoking Women Executives in Building Symposium. This event is focused on women's leadership in the built environment. The symposium is designed to empower and inspire women in the industry to reach new heights in their careers. From interactive discussions to networking opportunities, attendees will gain valuable insights and strategies for success in a male-dominated industry. NIBS, with the help of our partners, are thrilled to offer this transformative experience and opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals. Reach out to Jennifer Hitzke, jhitzke@nibs.org, if you are interested in attending this invitation only event.

If you’re interested in learning about our exclusive sponsorship opportunities, please view the prospectus here.