The Connection
October 22, 2024
 
Association News
National Committee Meeting Calender
Visit nawic.org to register for each meeting!
 
Region Director Exposure & Training
All NAWIC members are invited to attend the first in a series of Director training workshops!
The purpose of these workshops is to prepare those that wish to lead their Region as the next (or Future) Regional Director with the necessary skills and knowledge you will need to perform the tasks required in your leadership position.
The deadline to register is Wednesday, October 23rd.
 
PD&E - Artificial Intelligence and Best Construction Practices
Learn how AI is transforming construction by organizing massive amounts of unstructured data from distributed data sources. Click the link below to register. 
 
Remembering Marilyn Camin
Marilyn was a chartering member and five-term President of the Fresno, CA Chapter 108. She held the title of National President from 1984-85 and served as the Region 10 Director. She spent her final years in Washington, but her heart remained with the Fresno Chapter. Marilyn's legacy will create a lasting impact on NAWIC and we thank her for her hard work and dedication to this association. 
 
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Education / Training
Ladder Club of Success
 
NEF is solely supported by sponsorships and donations and its Ladder Club of Success offers individuals the opportunity to support NEF with one-time or reoccurring automatic donations. Your financial support educates others through various programs and construction industry education courses. Fundraising is also done by NEF Fundraising Liaisons at a Regional and Chapter level.
 
NAWIC Safety Letter
 
Click the link to learn more safety tips.
 
North Central Region Leadership Day
Join other NAWIC North Central members at Leadership Day! Leadership Day is on Friday, October 25. Click the link below to review the schedule. 
 
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts
Commerce Bank
NAWIC Benefits Spotlight
Improve Your Work/Life Balance with HR Technology
 
Investing in the right HR technology solutions can automate the most time-consuming tasks. Because tasks are automated, there is little to no room for human error, the work is not only faster but more accurate.  
 
Industry Update
Push to get results for 3-year-old with rare disease in Brevard County
Three-year-old Emersyn loves to go outside, but she needs some special equipment to do so safely. It's why Make-A-Wish and other groups are raising funds to transform her backyard into a safe place.
(From ClickOrlando.com)
These women are building dreams and breaking the glass ceiling in construction
Talib is one of 1,700 girls from across the Front Range who attended the annual Transportation and Construction GIRL Day. The event is organized by women, for women, to encourage them to consider careers in the transportation and construction industries.
(From UPR.org)
The Construction Management Student Organization celebrates Women in Construction Week
The U.S. construction industry is largely male dominated, with women making up 10.9% of workers, but a group on campus is taking action to reduce the stereotypes surrounding women in construction.
(From KentWired.com)
VECA Electric & Technologies, LLC
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