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Breaking barriers for WIC: A conversation with Stephanie Schmidt-Lehmann of ABC
March 7, 2025
Stephanie Schmidt-Lehmann of ABC shares her journey, challenges, and advice for women pursuing careers in construction.

Teaching, training, and tenacity: A spotlight on MCAC’s Tania Johnston
March 6, 2025
Tania Johnston, CEO of MCAC, shares her journey from teacher to leader, tackling gender perceptions, workforce development, and mental health in construction.

True grit: Michele Daugherty’s journey to leading ABC Central Florida
March 5, 2025
CEO of ABC Central Florida Chapter Michele Daugherty’s path to success in the construction industry was full of hard work and many challenges.

Alisa Bailey of Waystone Consulting on being a woman in the AEC space: Part 1
March 4, 2025
Alisa Bailey talks about the pros and cons of being a woman in the construction industry, reflecting on her successes and challenges.

UTHH Women in Construction Week highlight: Build Like A Girl Canada
March 4, 2025
Build Like A Girl Canada has empowered thousands of women to try a new hobby in DIY construction and bridge the gender gap since 2017.

Building beyond limits: Jennifer Suerth on innovation, inclusion, and the future of construction
March 3, 2025
In honor of Women in Construction Week (March 2 – 8), we’re shining a spotlight on Jennifer Suerth, SVP of Pepper Construction. With expertise in architecture and structural engineering, Suerth isn’t just changing construction; she’s redefining who gets a seat at the table. And if the industry follows her lead, that table will be bigger—and…

Construction in flux: How the new US administration is reshaping the industry
March 3, 2025
The president’s administration is ringing in the new year with new policies affecting labor, tariffs, and regulatory changes.

Will Trump’s reciprocal tariff plan affect home building and buying?
February 27, 2025
Trump’s 25% tariff on building materials could raise home prices and slow construction. Experts warn it may worsen affordability and disrupt the housing market.

TikTok ban could impact drone tech: Will DJI be the next target?
February 24, 2025
The U.S. TikTok ban could impact DJI drones. With increasing scrutiny of Chinese tech, DJI could face restrictions, competition, and shifting public trust.

Highlighting women as engineers: Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
February 24, 2025
The Society of Women Engineers (SWE) is a worldwide association that empowers women to explore engineering and technology careers.