Women in Construction: She Leads, She Builds, She Inspires
We celebrate Women in Construction (WIC) Week which was created to highlight women as a viable component of the construction industry. You are invited to join us for networking, group discussions with subject matter experts, and procurement connections.
The Women in Construction Summit empowers women in construction and real estate development by fostering connections with key decision-makers, providing access to resources, and supporting career and business growth. Sponsored by the MBL Foundation and J&G Workforce Development Services, the event promotes diversity, equity, and innovation through opportunities in employment, entrepreneurship, and procurement.
Date and Time
Monday Mar 2, 2026
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM EST
Women in Construction: She Leads, She Builds, She Inspires
Monday, March 2, 2026
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location
ACE at Henrico 8350 Hermitage High Blvd. Richmond, VA 23228
Fees/Admission
Members $65 Non-Members $80
Website
www.TheMBL.org
Agenda (Tentative)
9:30 AM Doors Open
10:00 AM Welcome
Opening Keynote
10:30 AM Let’s Talk: Next Wave: Projects Building the Regional Economy Focus: This panel explores major projects shaping the regional economy, with a focus on procurement pathways, upcoming opportunities, and how development and infrastructure investments are driving economic growth.
11:15 AM Let’s Talk: Next Gen Builders: Preparing Young Women for Careers in Construction & Real Estate: This panel focuses on preparing young women for successful careers in the trades, engineering, construction management, and real estate.
12:00 PM Lunch
1:00 PM Fireside Chat with Keynote Guests:
Katherine Graham-Smith, President & CEO of Heritage Contracting
Utibe Bassey, Vice President, Customer Experience at Dominion Energy
2:00 PM Let’s Talk: Mental Health & Resilience: This skill-building session focuses on practical strategies to support mental health, manage stress, and build resilience in the construction industry.
3:00 PM Tech Toolbox: Practical AI & Digital Skills for Construction Professionals: This interactive, skill-building session introduces practical applications of AI in construction, prompt-writing as an emerging professional skill, and essential software tools used across the industry.
3:45 PM Closing Remarks
4:00 PM Networking Zone Reception
Women in Construction: She Leads, She Builds, She Inspires
We celebrate Women in Construction (WIC) Week which was created to highlight women as a viable component of the construction industry. You are invited to join us for networking, group discussions with subject matter experts, and procurement connections.
The Women in Construction Summit empowers women in construction and real estate development by fostering connections with key decision-makers, providing access to resources, and supporting career and business growth. Sponsored by the MBL Foundation and J&G Workforce Development Services, the event promotes diversity, equity, and innovation through opportunities in employment, entrepreneurship, and procurement.
