Women have long been overlooked in the construction industry, with their roles having been underscored for far too long. Thankfully, in the 21st century, greater attention to their role in our industry and beyond is now coming to a stronger light. Walls & Ceilings celebrates these women.
Are you a thought leader propelling change or seeking advocacy and resources? Don’t overlook this opportunity to learn how to promote gender balance in the construction industry.
Lau and Dusty Robotics exhibited at BUILD23 last year. The company returns to this year’s event in Orlando, Florida. W&C spoke with her late last year.
Tessa Lau got into construction because she was looking to start another robotics company. She witnessed the inefficiency and dependency on skilled manual labor endemic to the construction industry. She knew there would be opportunities to introduce robotic automation to improve the industry.
For those that attend the various wall and ceiling shows, you probably have met Tina Cannedy. She is the vice president of technical and architectural at FacadesXi in Dallas/San Antonio. For Women in Construction month, we profiled an interview with her.
Lumber, a pioneering construction workforce management platform, announced on March 7 the release of the 2024 “She Builds Nation” report, shedding light on the challenges faced by women in the construction industry.
Acclaimed producer and actor Frances McDormand will narrate Buildings Speak, created by The Kitchen Sisters and Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation. The one-hour special draws from the life stories of pioneering architects, including Julia Morgan, Amaza Lee Meredith and Natalie de Blois.
BWAF names Tizziana Baldenebro new executive director — high-profile curator of US Pavilion and national arts nonprofit leader takes critical role elevating women in AEC field
A national leader in architecture and the arts has been named the new executive director for the leading women’s advocacy organization Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation.