NAWIC's 51st Annual Meeting and Convention A Red Hot Success

Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) November 3, 2006 ?-

The 51st Annual Meeting and Convention held Sept. 6-9, in Kansas City, Mo., was a great success. Almost 600 women in all aspects of the construction industry gathered together to further their education during this four-day event. NAWIC also signed partnering agreements with four industry moguls. The Association partnered with Paxton/Patterson LLC, The ACE Mentor Program of America, FMI Corporation and The Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). The partnering organizations seek to mutually promote the construction industry and the role of women in the industry.

Wednesday, Sept. 6

The NAWIC Marketplace was open for business, where sponsors and

partners were able to meet with almost 600 women. The First Timers

Orientation helped first-time attendees learn the ropes. The "Red Hot & Blues"

Welcome Party successfully kicked-off the event.

Thursday, Sept. 7

Sensational speaker Stedman Graham held the attention of all, as he presented "You Can Make it Happen: Nine Steps to Success." An Industry Luncheon followed to thank the partners and sponsors who helped make the Convention a success. The rest of the day was filled with professional seminars and tours of Kansas City.

Friday, Sept. 8

Friday started off with the Annual Meeting and was followed by an Awards Luncheon honoring individual and chapter accomplishments. The day concluded with more professional seminars.

Saturday, Sept. 9

The NAWIC Convention ended with the 12th Annual Crystal Vision Awards Gala. The evening was filled with delicious food, fun and wonderful entertainment provided by Bobbie Staten. Dale McCormick received the Crystal Vision Award, which is awarded to a nonmember of NAWIC, and Tari S. Rivera received the Crystal Achievement Award, which is awarded to a NAWIC member.

McCormick is Director of Maine State Housing (MSH), where she manages 125 employees and an $ 11 million budget. She works with MSH to finance more than $ 130 million in affordable housing projects each year. McCormick was the first woman to be elected Treasurer in the state of Maine.

Jane L. Gilbert, deputy commissioner of the state of Maine, describes McCormick, "Dale was an early pioneer tradeswoman. She was the first woman to complete the carpentry apprenticeship with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners in 1975. She took the knowledge she learned and has spent the last 30 years helping women gain skills and jobs in construction."

Rivera, a member of the Cleveland, Ohio, Chapter, is founder and president of Regency Construction Services, Inc., a construction management firm located in Lakewood, Ohio, primarily providing services to K-12 and university clients. She has encouraged and empowered women in construction by creating and implementing company policy at Regency Construction Services, Inc., mentoring women inside and outside her company, and establishing university programs that introduce engineering and construction opportunities to female students.

Mary J. Brashwitz, project engineer at Regency Construction Services, Inc., says, "In the 15 years I have had the privilege to work with Tari, I have seen many women promoted within the industry. She not only mentors women within the company but outside it as well ? Her work ethic, sense of fairness and personal interest in the growth and development of her employees continue to pave the way for women and men in the construction industry today."

Thank you to the sponsors of NAWIC's 51st Annual Meeting and Convention.

???? Paxton/Patterson, Carhartt, Sodexho, Timberland Pro, Principal Financial Group, United Rentals, Wal-Mart, Construction Process Solutions, LTD., JE Dunn Construction and McCarthy.

NAWIC, founded in 1955 by 16 determined women, is an international Association dedicated to enhancing the success of women in the construction industry. Today, NAWIC consists of more than 5,000 members in nearly 200 chapters across the United States. NAWIC also has affiliates in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa and the United Kingdom. For interviews or to learn more about NAWIC, visit http://www.nawic.org or call (800) 552-3506.

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NAWIC to Host 52nd Annual Meeting & Convention in Orlando

Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) May 10, 2007

Plans are underway for the National Association of Women in Construction's (NAWIC) 52nd Annual Meeting and Convention, September 5-8, at the Caribe Royale All-Suites Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The Convention will consist of networking, educational events and awards. Registration is available to both members and nonmembers.

NAWIC will kick off the annual gathering with a tropicana-themed Welcome Party on Wednesday, Sept. 5. Attendees will enjoy an exciting evening of food, entertainment and fun.

The Association will get down to business during its Annual Meeting, Thursday, Sept. 6. Keynote speaker Vicki Hitzges, CSP, will inspire and encourage attendees with her "What Mary Kay, Vince Lombardi and an Old Crank Could Teach You." Hitzges' keynote will reveal the four must-know "secrets" of successful people. Hitzges has hosted TV newscasts and talk shows for Dallas-based Fox, CBS and ABC, and she was personally mentored by America's foremost motivational teacher, Zig Ziglar.

Convention attendees will experience a customized preview of the Carhartt for Women? clothing line in a special fashion show during Thursday's Award Luncheon. For years, women have complained about how hard it is to find long-lasting workwear that fits properly. Carhartt has taken note of these challenges and has designed a clothing line and accessories just for women.

Attendees will build their future by attending educational seminars and workshops on Thursday, Sept. 6, Friday, Sept. 7 and Saturday, Sept. 8. Seminar topics include "Construction Industry Update," "Effective Project Management" and "Turning Around a Troubled Project" to name just a few. With 20 seminars and 12 workshops to choose from, there is sure to be something beneficial for everyone.

NAWIC will recognize excellence in the construction industry during its 13th Annual Crystal Vision Award Gala, Saturday, Sept. 8. The Crystal Vision Awards recognize individuals with vision who help promote, expand and encourage the role of women in the construction industry. Veronica Soto, manager of the small business program for the Los Angeles Unified School District's $ 19.3 billion School Construction and Modernization program, is the recipient of the Crystal Vision Award. Deborah Henry, Ph.D., director of special programs at the University of Missouri, St. Louis, is the recipient of the Crystal Achievement Award. A special video presentation will highlight the achievements of these outstanding women who have paved the way for women in the industry. Jeanne Robertson will close this event with her presentation, "Humor, More Than a Laughing Matter."

Sponsors are extremely important to the success of this event, and their products or services will be showcased in the NAWIC Marketplace, Wednesday, Sept. 5. NAWIC thanks this year's sponsors for their support of women in the construction industry: Big-D Construction, Carhartt, and JELD-WEN Windows and Doors. For more information about sponsoring NAWIC's 52nd Annual Meeting and Convention, contact Executive Vice President Dede Hughes at (817) 877-5551 or dedeh@nawic.org.

Members and non-members are invited to attend NAWIC's 52nd Annual Meeting and Convention. Registration will be available online at http://www.nawicconvention.org by the end of May. Register by July 2, 2007 to receive the early-bird rate. Visit http://www.nawicconvention.org for more details.

Founded in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1955, NAWIC is an international Association serving approximately 5,500 members in nearly 200 chapters in the United States. NAWIC is proud to celebrate 52 years of service. NAWIC's Core Purpose is "To enhance the success of women in the construction industry."

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NAWIC's 52nd Annual Meeting & Convention in Orlando a World Class Success

Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) September 18, 2007

The National Association of Women in Construction's (NAWIC) 52nd Annual Meeting and Convention was held September 5-8, at the Caribe Royale Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The Convention featured networking, educational events and awards for women in the construction industry from across the United States and around the globe. There were over 600 registrants including a four-person delegation from NAWIC's international affiliate in South Africa (SAWiC).

Attendees enjoyed several evenings of food, entertainment and fun, but NAWIC got down to business during its Annual Meeting. New officers and directors were elected earlier in the year and were installed at the Convention. This year's officers are: President -- Tamie K. Taylor, CDS, CDT, CIT; President-Elect -- Pat J. McDonald, CCA, CIT; Vice President -- Robin Fulton Meyer, CIT; Secretary -- Judy DeWeese, CIT; Treasurer -- Debra M. Gregoire, CIT; and Immediate Past President -- Christie S. Wigginton, CIT.

Each year, half of the fourteen NAWIC Regions, across the United States, elect a new Region Director to serve a two-year term. This year's newly elected Directors are: Region 1 -- Helen Eck; Region 3 -- Riki F. Lovejoy-Blaylock; Region 5 -- Frankie Lee Rivers, CIT; Region 7 -- Julia A. Campbell; Region 9 -- Yasmine A. Branden, CCA; Region 11 -- Shirley S. Horne, CIT; and Region 13 -- Robin Clarke, CIT.

NAWIC members and nonmembers alike worked on building their futures by attending educational seminars and workshops. Seminar topics included "Construction Industry Update," "Effective Project Management" and "Turning Around a Troubled Project" to name just a few. With 20 seminars and 12 workshops to choose from, there was something beneficial for everyone.

Individuals who help promote, expand and encourage the role of women in the construction industry were recognized during the 13th Annual Crystal Vision Awards Gala. Veronica Soto, manager of the small business program for the Los Angeles Unified School District's $ 19.3 billion School Construction and Modernization program, was the recipient of the Crystal Vision Award. Deborah Henry, Ph.D., director of special programs at the University of Missouri, St. Louis, was the recipient of the Crystal Achievement Award.

Sponsors are extremely important to the success of this annual event, and their products or services were showcased in the NAWIC Marketplace. NAWIC thanks this year's sponsors for their support of women in the construction industry: Big-D Construction, Burger King, Carhartt, Construction Process Solutions Ltd., JELD-WEN Windows and Doors, McCarthy Building Companies Inc., Paxton/Patterson, Principal Financial Group and The Home Depot.

Plans are already underway for NAWIC's 53rd Annual Meeting and Convention Sept. 3-6, 2008 at the Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas, Nev. For information about sponsoring, please contact executive vice president Dede Hughes at (817) 877-5551 or dedeh@nawic.org. More details will be available soon at http://www.nawic.org.

Founded in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1955, NAWIC is an international Association serving approximately 5,500 members in nearly 200 chapters in the United States. NAWIC is proud to celebrate 52 years of service. NAWIC's Core Purpose is "To enhance the success of women in the construction industry."

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