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Hello! I am certain that almost anyone with the internet has been to (or heard of) a forum while looking for help with various topics. Every forum has rules and so must this one. The particular nature of this type of forum doesn't seem like a place that would warrant a list of do's and don'ts but, just in case, here they are. Forum Rules: 1. No Spam! What is spamming you ask? 'Spamming is the use of messaging systems to send multiple unsolicited messages to large numbers of recipients for the purpose of commercial advertising, for the purpose of non-commercial proselytizing, for any prohibited purpose, or simply sending the same message over and over to th…
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Welcome to the Breaking Barriers Forum! We are glad that you are here. Our goal is to create a safe, toxic-free environment for people like you to come and connect with others. Please keep in mind that this is a new forum and will take time to populate. Eventually, with your help, we can create a great place for people to get help with event information, job search/posting, resources, etc. Please be kind and considerate to others at all times. We are all here to help each other grow and encourage development with a similar mindset of succeeding in our individual journeys. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. ~Admin~
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Dear Amazing People, I wanted to thank you for being a big part of the SC Women's Executive Leadership Luncheon. We appreciate you. We have taken the feedback and the new exciting ideas coming from our teams and have made some adjustments to our upcoming events. We are canceling the event on 10/18/23, we could not plan a proper event 48 days after the incredible event on 8/28 with BMW. We also did not want to take anything away from the Simpsonville Chamber's Women's Summit and the United Way Women's Summit which are taking place this month. New Programming: January will be a Company Culture Session from 8:30 a.m. …
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Join us for the third session from this five-part webinar series in partnership with the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), highlighting 10 of the safest construction companies for 2023. Register here https://ow.ly/lC8T50P1iGn We are proud to have sponsored AGC’s Construction Safety Excellence Awards (CSEA).
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Hello All, If you want to listen to our FIRST #LinkedIn Live Audio event from last week, Link below. We are working on how we do it, be patient with us (especially me, LOL). We can't wait for the next LinkedIn Audio Live. What would you like to talk about? Big hugs, Angela Gardner
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If you were leading a panel to discuss how we can remove gender roles in any job or industry, what questions would you ask?
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The BMW Charity Pro-Am is hosting a networking golf event at The Chapman Cultural Center on June 6th (in honor of Women's National Golf Day). This event will lead to monthly meetings at the golf course to continue connecting with amazing women through golf!
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Just wanted to share for anyone whos interested. Looks like it will be a great event!! Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Office of Diversity & Inclusion will be hosting a Supplier Diversity Summit! Please join us April 26, 2023 from 9:00am – 11:00am at E.E. Waddell High School. See the flyer below and attached to register and for additional information. Registration is also available via the link below: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cms-supplier-diversity-summit-2023-tickets-597906563627__;!!La5FgRdGD5TsOg!AHVH7YF8Rce-2f1ydsH7NYgvUvV4LzzkNqqG2MiamTUtmEX8OcZe-QZ5GiHCMZQEmgsbk7lfyDQqjRgHttou4qE3$ CMS Supplier Diversity Summit 2023 Reg…
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Hi everyone, I email out a weekly list of upcoming Upstate SC Networking Events. This week's email has 41 events listed! Simply email "Sign Me Up!" to lynnchaveznetworking@gmail.com or text Lynn at 415-902-1937 to receive a weekly email with our FREE weekly newsletter with a constantly updated list of Networking Events that are happening in the Upstate of SC. If you know of a Virtual or Physical Networking Event to add to our list, please email me up to Thursdays at 9pm & include 1) Event date & time 2) Title of event 3) Cost 4) Location 5) Event link 6) Other details. I am excited to share upcoming "Upstate SC Networking Events List" with YOU so you can…
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Here are my answers as best as I can. I am no expert on these topics but have some real-world expertise and opinions. 1. Do you understand the WMBE programs the government has created? How has this helped your organization? No/No 2. Is Supplier Diversity important in your organizations? Why? I think it is important to have the best people in the roles no matter what. 3. What would you say to folks in the construction industry who may not be aware of the challenges that we face in this industry? Do you want to learn to grow and be a better organization or continue to feed the narrative? 4. How can we work together to create a more in…
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Despite leading nearly half of U.S. businesses, women entrepreneurs typically receive less funding. These 16 funding options aim to address this problem. https://www.uschamber.com/co/run/business-financing/funding-options-for-women-owned-businesses
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Written By Rachel Veltri Step, Walk, or Run…What will you do? Whatever speed one chooses to enter the new year is a personal choice. A new year with infinite possibilities is almost as exciting as the beauty of the Holiday Season we have barely moved past, at least that is how I see it. …
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Hello! My name is Marti Gathings and I recently moved back to Greenville, SC to work with our family's construction business. In this it is my Dad, a few laborers, and my self so when it comes to the office my dad and I wear all hats. With that being said one of the things we struggle with most is staying organized within the business. Any advice in this area would be extremely helpful. Secondly, I am working towards my General Contractors License and this is extremely vigorous test. With that being said, if anyone has experience with this or has any advice it would be beyond appreciated.
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Anyone else feeling totally energized after the event yesterday at Juniper? Congratulations to the planning committee. The venue, the food, the vendors and especially the panel were TOP NOTCH. I took many notes on my phone. For anyone who attended I am curious what was your greatest takeaway?
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Here are a few profiles of successful women in the construction industry: Grace Kim: Grace Kim is the co-founder and CEO of Scaled Robotics, a company that develops construction automation technology. Prior to starting Scaled Robotics, Kim worked as a project manager at Google X, where she led the development of Google's self-driving car. Rachel Davidson: Rachel Davidson is the founder and CEO of RMD Holdings, a construction management firm that specializes in commercial and residential projects. Davidson is also the co-founder of the Women in Construction group, which promotes diversity and inclusion in the industry. Jeanine Cotter: …
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🏆 CHAMPION SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Women leaders can inspire their teams to prioritize social responsibility in the construction industry. By integrating sustainable practices, promoting diversity and inclusion, and supporting community initiatives, they can align business goals with broader societal interests. Engaging all members on their teams in these initiatives fosters a shared purpose, boosts employee morale, and enhances the company's reputation. ⬆ MENTORSHIP AND SUPPORT: Women leaders can actively mentor and support their team members, providing guidance, feedback, and opportunities for growth. By investing in their professional development, women leaders can empower their team to excel, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. 🤲 COLLABORATION: Women leaders in the construction industry possess a unique opportunity to drive synergy, revenue growth, and social responsibility. By embracing inclusive leadership, promoting collaboration, championing social responsibility, and fostering mentorship and development, they can create a vibrant workplace where everyone thrives. Together, men and women can make a lasting impact by advancing the construction industry while addressing broader societal challenges. #challengesandopportunities #salescareers #buildingsupply -
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untilKiewit hosts this incredible summit geared towards college-aged ladies with an interest in the industry. I wish I could have attended and would love to know someone who could – if you all have anyone in mind, could you please forward this to them? I have attached the flyer, and this is the link to apply: https://kiewit.recsolu.com/app/collect/event/UjBxaRR613LaAc9WuTJIAQ/registration [kiewit.recsolu.com] If they need any additional information, they can reach out to me. They should also let me know if they apply as I can also recommend them. Wishing you all a fabulous fall and I hope I can see you in either November or December. Best, Elizabeth ELIZABETH BARNHART WMATA Yellow Line Kiewit Infrastructure, Co. 470 L'Enfant Plaza S.W., Suite 3100, Washington, DC 20024 475-529-5951 work cell kiewit.com -
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Future Women in Kiewit Summit - Kiewit hosts this incredible summit geared towards college-aged ladies with an interest in the construction industry!
Kiewit hosts this incredible summit geared towards college-aged ladies with an interest in the industry. I wish I could have attended and would love to know someone who could – if you all have anyone in mind, could you please forward this to them? I have attached the flyer, and this is the link to apply: https://kiewit.recsolu.com/app/collect/event/UjBxaRR613LaAc9WuTJIAQ/registration [kiewit.recsolu.com] If they need any additional information, they can reach out to me. They should also let me know if they apply as I can also recommend them. Wishing you all a fabulous fall and I hope I can see you in either November or December. Best, Elizabeth ELIZABETH BARNHART WMATA Yellow Line Kiewit Infrastructure, Co. 470 L'Enfant Plaza S.W., Suite 3100, Washington, DC 20024 475-529-5951 work cell kiewit.com -
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Change of Event Programming - Women Confidence Builders
Dear Amazing People, I wanted to thank you for being a big part of the SC Women's Executive Leadership Luncheon. We appreciate you. We have taken the feedback and the new exciting ideas coming from our teams and have made some adjustments to our upcoming events. We are canceling the event on 10/18/23, we could not plan a proper event 48 days after the incredible event on 8/28 with BMW. We also did not want to take anything away from the Simpsonville Chamber's Women's Summit and the United Way Women's Summit which are taking place this month. New Programming: January will be a Company Culture Session from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on 1/25/24. These will be informative sessions about culture, hiring, retaining, and growing your businesses. We will be focused intentionally on helping businesses prosper. March will be a big surprise (on International Women's Day- all day), We will have vendor tables and breakout sessions in several rooms, all day! When we have more details, we will share the big news! The upcoming events are a collaborative effort from our WCB team after monitoring the needs of our business community and bringing all the women from every industry together. WE ARE SOOOO EXCITED to include you in March and we can't thank you enough for committing to helping uplift the incredible women in the upstate. If you'd like to know more about January and March events, please reach out to Victoria Fusco or Alex Iacovelli (cc'd above). We love what you are doing and we support you 100%. Kind regards, Christi Powell Women Confidence Builders 2 Benton Rd. Suite G - 105 Travelers Rest, SC 29690 864-660-9488 Women Confidence Builders Breaking Barriers Forum Women Confidence Builders Website- wcb
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Associated Builders and Contractors of the Carolinas Construction Convention
ABCC-Jonna Turner posted an event in Community Calendar,
ABC of the Carolinas is celebrating 25 years with this year's convention entitled "Building Success Together since 1998." This two-day event will encompass speakers, panelists, group discussions and talks based on what we are all facing in the industry. From economic and political updates to hearing from sought-after authors and nationally renowned speakers, there is value for everyone.
You can expect to learn about upcoming regulations, policies, procedures, and the future economic landscape directly from dynamic speakers at ABC's National Office in Washington, DC. In addition, hear from a panel of industry experts explaining how to navigate the challenges of VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity). Walk away with valuable and meaningful information to initiate with your team from world renowned best-selling authors and sought-after speakers in Jon Gordon, who's written 28 books including "the Power of a Positive Team," and Karen Barefoot, best known as "The Lady of Firsts" from early days in the college basketball world where she was the first person in NCAA history, male or female, to record 2,000 points and 1,000 assists in a career and the only player in NCAA history to lead the nation for four years in assists. And finally, interact and engage with contractors, suppliers, and associates over golf, meals, breakout sessions, and other activities.
This event allows you the opportunity to sit in a room with decision makers and influencers. So, join us for this great two-day convention where we can continue to build success together! Register here: ABCC 2023 Construction Convention - Charleston - Associated Builders and Contractors - Carolinas Chapter (abccarolinas.org)
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Third Annual SC Women's Executive Leadership Luncheon
ChristiPowell posted an event in Community Calendar,
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August 28th 2023
SC Women’s Executive Luncheon
Greenville Convention Center
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$65 Early Bird single Tickets - through 7/31/23 - Eventbrite Open in April
$150 Galleria Tickets - includes 1 table and 1 lunch - Eventbrite Open in April
$75 After early bird tickets - After 8/1/23 - Eventbrite Open August 1st
$60 Early Bird single tickets - Partner/WCB member single tickets - through 7/31/23 - Eventbrite Open in April
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Women Talk Construction Forum is now Breaking Barriers Forum
Michael Powell posted an article in Articles,
Women Talk Construction Forum is undergoing a name change to Breaking Barriers Forum.
The forum is over a year old now and since its creation, many things have changed. We have grown as a company and now the forum has two parent websites (womentalkcaonstruction.com) & (womenconfidencebuilders.com)
Both of our parent websites contribute to the forum such as providing accessibility, giving the forum exposure, providing resources, etc. Initially, the forum was designed after the Women Talk Construction website as it was created first. The colors, styles, etc of Women Talk Construction were deliberately mimicked while designing the forum to provide a fluid, recognizable experience across both platforms. Since then, Women Confidence Builders has been created as a non-profit organization that, by design, was created with its own unique style and character. In order to make the most sense coming from either website, we decided to give the forum its own identity starting with renaming the forum to something that still represented our mission while separating itself from only the Women Talk Construction website alone.
Hence, we introduce ... the Breaking Barriers Forum!
Now that you have been introduced, we have provided a couple of different themes that you can choose from. Each theme's style takes its personality from our respective parent website (it's basically a cosmetic preference and does not affect any content that you are able to see).
Light Theme - Women Talk Construction
Dark Theme - Women Confidence Builders
You can change your theme preference at the bottom of any page within the forum. Simply click on the 'Theme' drop-down menu in the footer of the page to see your choices. See the image below
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