Chicago Women in Trades

?? A Voice You Won’t Forget! ?? We are excited to announce Vivian Garcia, a talented Singer/Songwriter, will be performing at this year’s Welding Gala! Known for her soulful voice and captivating performances, Vivian brings a blend of Latin rhythms, heartfelt lyrics, and acoustic magic that will set the perfect tone for the night. You won’t want to miss her live performance this Saturday at the Let The Sparks Fly: Welding Silent Auction Gala! ??? ??? If you haven't already, grab your tickets now at onecau.se/welding-gala and join us on October 12th!

?? Thank You to Our Amazing Table Sponsors! ?? We are beyond grateful to all of our incredible Table Sponsors for supporting this year’s Let The Sparks Fly: Welding Silent Auction Gala! Your commitment to empowering women in trades and celebrating creativity is truly appreciated. A special thank you to: - S&C Electric Company - MA Rebar Services, Inc - The Chicago Community Trust - Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago - Chicagoland Associated General Contractors - CT Mechanical - Toro Construction Corp - Allied Power Your support is key to making this event a success! ??? ??? If you haven't already, grab your tickets now at onecau.se/welding-gala and join us on October 12th!

?? Bringing the Beats Back! ?? We are thrilled to welcome DJ Selah Say, a proud alumna of our Women in Welding program, back to the stage at this year’s Let the Sparks Fly: Welding Silent Auction Gala! After keeping the party alive at last year’s 40th Anniversary Gala, she’s returning to light up the dance floor once again with her signature sound and unmatched energy. Get ready to dance the night away! ????

?? Thank You to Our Title Sponsor: Ralph H Simpson Co! ?? We’re excited to give a huge shoutout to Ralph H. Simpson Co., our incredible Title Sponsor for the Let the Sparks Fly: Welding Silent Auction Gala! ?? Their support is key to making this event possible and advancing opportunities for women in the trades. Join us in thanking Ralph H. Simpson Co. for helping us ignite creativity and inspire the next generation of welding students! ??? ??? Don’t miss out! Tickets are still available—grab yours today at onecau.se/welding-gala and join us on October 12th!

?? Exciting News! Remote Bidding is Here! ?? For the first time ever, Chicago Women in Trades is thrilled to offer remote bidding at our 2nd Annual "Let the Sparks Fly" Welding Silent Auction Gala! ?? ? Whether you’re attending in person or joining from the comfort of your home, you can now take part in our exclusive auction of unique, handcrafted welding art pieces ????. Online Bidding will be open from 6:30 PM to 8:45 PM CST, so don’t miss your chance to claim one-of-a-kind artwork! How It Works: Simply register via OneCause and get ready to place your bids remotely! Enjoy the excitement of live bidding, even if you can't be there in person. All proceeds support our mission to empower women in the trades! NOT TICKET PURCHASE NECESSARY! ?? Event Date: October 12, 2024 ?? Time: 6:00 PM CST ? Bidding Window: 6:30 PM – 8:45 PM CST ?? Register and start bidding: onecau.se/welding-gala

Job Opening: Policy Associate at Chicago Women in Trades Chicago Women in Trades (CWIT) is seeking a passionate Policy Associate to help advance gender equity in the trades through policy research, advocacy, and engagement. The ideal candidate will have experience in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and a strong commitment to supporting women in male-dominated industries. If you're ready to make an impact by shaping policy and empowering women in the workforce, apply today! Apply by visiting https://lnkd.in/gzr7zZBZ

The second annual Let The Sparks Fly: Welding Silent Auction Gala is just around the corner! ??? Join us on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 6 PM for an evening of incredible welding art, live music, a fire dance performance, and more! All proceeds support our Women in Welding program, helping to fund essential supplies for our talented students. ?? Event Details: Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024 ? Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM ?? Location: Chicago Women in Trades, 2444 W 16th St, Chicago, IL 60608 This is a cashless event, and tickets are limited! Get yours now by visiting onecau.se/welding-gala!

We’re thrilled to have Emily Perkins—aka Perkulator—returning to perform at the Let The Sparks Fly: Welding Silent Auction Gala for a second year! Emily, a proud Women in Welding program alumna, will dazzle us once again with her jaw-dropping hoop dance and fiery performances. Haven’t snagged your tickets yet? There’s still time to join us for a night that sparks inspiration! Visit onecau.se/welding-gala to purchase tickets, donate and more. ??

We were honored to attend and celebrate HIRE360 Partners’s grand opening of their new hub for diversifying Chicago's construction, hospitality and manufacturing industries. Our founder, Lauren Sugerman, had the opportunity to speak with Mayor Johnson and Governor Pritzker about CWIT's ongoing efforts to ensure equity for tradeswomen. We look forward to continuing our work with industry partners and the state and city to build a more equitable and inclusive workforce! #ChicagoWomeninTrades #ChicagoBuildingTrades #ChicagoDepartmentofAviation

Chicago Women in Trades is proud to be attending the #TWBN2024 conference! Today, we joined a breakout session on innovation in pre-apprenticeship programs, part of the Tradeswomen Taskforce Institute. It’s inspiring to connect with so many leaders working to empower women in the trades and create more pathways to success. We’re excited to bring these new ideas and strategies back to Chicago to continue our mission of advancing gender equity in the workforce. #WomenInTrades #InnovationInAction #Tradeswomen #TradesWomenBuildNations #TWBN2025