This year, NAWIC’s 70th Annual Conference brought together over 750 members and industry leaders in Boston for an inspiring celebration of women advancing construction. Attendees engaged in dynamic sessions on leadership, innovation, and project management, and attended networking events like the first timer’s orientation and the Construction Zone Exhibit Hall that offered opportunities to connect and explore the latest industry solutions.

There were over 25 educational breakout sessions and some of the inspiring keynote presentations from influential voices included Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, Emily Pilloton-Lam of Girls Garage, and world-leading futurist, Nikki Greenberg. This year NAWIC debuted the Construction Congress, an invitation only event and Think Tank focused on driving collaborative solutions for the industry’s future.

Hands-on jobsite tours, a vibrant exhibit hall, and an awards ceremony recognizing outstanding achievements rounded out this milestone event.

A special thank you to Immediate Past President, Kelly Aust for her inspiring leadership and her theme, Together We Rise, which guided NAWIC over the past year. As we move forward under President Rita Brown’s vision to Level Up and Build Strong, the momentum continues to grow.

Thank you to all our sponsors, partners, members, and staff. Your support makes this event possible and continues to build a strong future for women in construction. For more details, please refer to the official event schedule here.

Mark your calendars, because the 71st NAWIC Annual Conference dates are here! Join us Tuesday, August 10 to Saturday, August 15, 2026 and stay at the Grand Sierra Resort & Casino in Reno, Nevada for the chance to connect, learn, and grow with industry leaders.  

Please join us in thanking Interim Director, Velma Hart, for her relentless leadership as NAWIC's Interim Executive Director. Velma's last day as Interim Director will be Friday, August 31. For future needs, please reach out to NAWIC CEO Sheronda Carr.

Kimberly is a Sustainability Specialist at Jacobs. She brings over 15 years of construction project management expertise and a passion for sustainability in the built environment. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science, earned her LEED Accredited Professional in 2007, and her Building Design and Construction specialty in 2010. She has continued to expand her knowledge in the sustainability space by pursuing certifications under the WELL, TRUE and Living Future programs and specific to the Life Sciences sector, My Green Lab. Kimberly has worked on construction projects internationally in Italy, Spain, and Portugal and spanned multiple disciplines including commercial office, retail, hospitality, and the life sciences. She also serves as a board member for the local USGBC Carolinas Chapter, Market Leadership Advisory Board.

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