NAWIC Orange County

Join NAWIC Orange County for our April General Meeting on Tuesday, April 1st! Hope Builders will be hosting Demo Day, an incredible opportunity to tour their facilities, witness the amazing work they do to build pathways to prosperity, and see how they ignite hope in our community. ?? Date: Tuesday, April 1 ?? Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM ?? Location: Hope Builders, Santa Ana, CA Follow the link below to join us: ?? https://lnkd.in/gm2vMF-V Let’s connect, learn, and celebrate April Fool’s Day with purpose! #NAWICOC #HopeBuilders #DemoDay #Networking #ConstructionIndustry #WomenInConstruction Liv Hanlon Dianne Koehle Janice Ramsay Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT Carolina Alvarez Bailee Bearden Ivette Kincaid Cherise Rader, MS Narda Reyes Marjorie Del Toro

Today, we celebrate the incredible life of Lynne MacVean, a trailblazer, mentor, and dear friend to so many in the National Association of Women in Construction community and beyond. For over 30 years, Lynne was a driving force in supporting and empowering women in construction, holding leadership roles at the chapter, regional, and national levels. Her dedication to NAWIC Orange County, her commitment to Thomas House Family Shelter, and her unwavering support for women in non-traditional careers made a lasting impact. Lynne’s kindness, leadership, and passion touched countless lives, and her legacy will continue to inspire us. To honor her memory, donations can be made to the Lynne MacVean Memorial Scholarship Fund at the Future Construction Leaders Foundation: https://lnkd.in/ebQ_prR. Let’s continue the work she loved and ensure her impact lives on. Read more about her incredible journey here: https://lnkd.in/g7AkK7TN ?? Liv Hanlon Dianne Koehle Janice Ramsay Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT Carolina Alvarez Bailee Bearden Ivette Kincaid Cherise Rader, MS Narda Reyes Marjorie Del Toro Thomas House Family Shelter Mammoth Electric Future Construction Leaders #HonoringLynneMacVean #WomenInConstruction #NAWIC #NAWICStrong #MentorAndLeader #BreakingBarriers #ConstructionIndustry #FutureLeaders #LegacyOfLeadership #EmpoweringWomen #ScholarshipFund #InspiringTheNextGeneration ??♀?

WIC Week 2025 wrapped up in the best way possible surrounded by inspiring women, meaningful connections, and a toast to our collective impact! ???? Day 5 was all about collaboration. Today, we united the powerhouse women of NAWIC Orange County, NAWIC LA Chapter #42, NAWIC Inland Empire Chapter #397, and NAWIC San Diego Chapter 21 at Peltzer Winery in Temecula for an unforgettable celebration. It was the perfect setting to reflect on our week, strengthen bonds, and create lasting connections as we continue to break barriers in construction. ?? And what better way to close out WIC Week than on International Women’s Day! ??? Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of women in construction. Every handshake, every shared experience, and every conversation reminds us that when women support women, Together We Rise! ??? This week would not have been possible without our incredible leaders, mentors, allies, and especially the WIC Week committee members who worked tirelessly to make this week a success. A huge shoutout to them! Dawn Lowers-Davis, Stephani Valdez, Simone Date, Liv Hanlon, Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT, and Bailee Bearden. Let’s keep the momentum going! ?? Our impact doesn’t stop here. Let’s continue to pave the way for future generations, uplift one another, and create more opportunities for women in construction! #WICWeek2025 #InternationalWomensDay #NAWIC #WomenInConstruction #Collaboration #Leadership #BreakingBarriers #SoCalChapters #TogetherWeRise Liv Hanlon Dianne Koehle Janice Ramsay Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT Carolina Alvarez Bailee Bearden Ivette Kincaid Cherise Rader, MS Narda Reyes Marjorie Del Toro Connie Brown Anacani Torres Stephani Valdez Blanca Oseguera Diana Silva Dawn Lowers-Davis Simone Date Shayla Smith Myrna Smith Carol Hutchinson Mayra Aceves, MBA Sammi Shepherd Corrie Chan Kaysie Garcia Blanca Hoffmeier Kaitlyn Eaton ??♀?

What an unforgettable Day 4 at our 1st Annual WIC Week Golf Tournament! This event was a huge success, and all for a fantastic cause! ???♀??? Together, we raised over $10,000 to support the NAWIC Founders Scholarship Foundation (NFSF) and the Lynne MacVean Memorial Scholarship! This means more opportunities for women pursuing careers in construction and supporting aspiring professionals in the electrical trade. ???♀? A very special shoutout to Dawn Lowers-Davis and the entire WIC Week Committee. This would not have been possible without your dedication! Our incredible sponsors, your generosity is paving the way for the future of women in construction! To all our golfers, attendees, and volunteers, NAWIC Orange County and NAWIC LA Chapter #42 thank you for making this day truly special! ?? WIC Week isn’t over yet! Tomorrow, we wrap up with our SoCal Collaboration Event to celebrate, reflect, and toast to the amazing women who make this industry thrive! ?? #WICWeek2025 #NAWIC #WomenInConstruction #GolfTournament #NAWICOC #NAWICLA #ScholarshipFundraiser #NFSF #TogetherWeRise Liv Hanlon Dianne Koehle Janice Ramsay Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT Carolina Alvarez Bailee Bearden Ivette Kincaid Cherise Rader, MS Narda Reyes Dawn Lowers-Davis Stephani Valdez Simone Date Blanca Oseguera Connie Brown

Last night, history was made as NAWIC Inland Empire Chapter #397 celebrated its official chartering and board installation! ?? After many years, this chapter has reached an incredible milestone, opening new doors for women in construction to connect, lead, and inspire. A huge congratulations to Mayra Aceves, MBA, the newly installed President, and the entire board for stepping up to lead this chapter. It was an honor for NAWIC Orange County and NAWIC LA Chapter #42 to witness and celebrate this special moment. ?? We were also fortunate to have a very special guest, National Association of Women in Construction National President Kelly Aust, who delivered a beautiful and powerful welcome message, reminding us of the strength and impact of our growing NAWIC community. Adding to the inspiration, PSW Region Director Kaitlyn Eaton led the board installation with a heartfelt and motivating message, setting the stage for an impactful year ahead. This moment is more than just a milestone, it’s a testament to the resilience, dedication, and power of women in construction. Here’s to growth, leadership, and breaking barriers! ?? Congratulations again to NAWIC Inland Empire! ?? #NAWIC #WomenInConstruction #NAWICInlandEmpire #Leadership #TogetherWeRise

We had an amazing turnout last night at our WIC Week Day #3 Speed Networking event. NAWIC Orange County and NAWIC LA Chapter #42 along with 100+ attendees came together to learn, connect, and inspire each other! ?? Our networking sessions gave attendees the opportunity to rotate through expert-led stations covering key industry topics such as HR & Mentorship, Construction Law, Safety, Equipment, Trench, & AI, Business Development, and NAWIC membership. ?? Each stop sparked powerful discussions, new connections, and fresh insights on how we can all work together to make a lasting impact in our industry! ?? We also took a special moment to honor our NAWIC sister Lynne MacVean, with a heartfelt tribute by Janice Ramsay. Lynne’s legacy continues to inspire us through the Lynne McVean Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship will support aspiring professionals pursuing a career in the electrical trade. You can contribute to this wonderful cause by clicking the link below. ?? ??https://lnkd.in/gqgSQjh A huge thank you to McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. for sponsoring this event, and to Councilwoman Robyn Grant who gave us a warm welcome to Newport Beach and shared insights on three major projects shaping the city's future. ?? To everyone who participated in making this event a success, NAWIC Orange County thanks you! We will continue our WIC Week festivities tomorrow for the Inland Empire Chartering event at the Old Spaghetti Factory in Riverside. ?? #WICWeek2025 #NAWIC ##NAWICOC #NAWICLA #WomenInConstruction #Networking #Mentorship #Connections #HonoringLynne Liv Hanlon Dianne Koehle Janice Ramsay Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT Carolina Alvarez Bailee Bearden Ivette Kincaid Cherise Rader, MS Narda Reyes Marjorie Del Toro Stephani Valdez Connie Brown Kaitlyn Eaton

What an incredible Day 2 of WIC Week 2025! NAWIC Orange County and NAWIC LA Chapter #42, came together with over 200 women and allies at City Club LA to dive into one of the most impactful topics in the construction industry, Mentorship. ?? We kicked off the event with a delicious luncheon and some networking to set the stage for a powerful afternoon. Our PSW Region Director, Kaitlyn Eaton, Sr. Implementation Specialist at Big-D Construction, opened the event with an inspiring message. ??♀? Mike Aparicio, Senior Vice President of Skanska West Coast, followed by delivering an impactful keynote, sharing his experiences on mentorship, leadership, and the importance of lifting others as we rise. ?? A powerhouse panel of industry leaders dove into real-life experiences, advice, and strategies for effective mentorship. Moderated by Talin Astourian Espinoza, this conversation left us with actionable takeaways on how mentorship can shape careers and build stronger teams. Thank you to our panelists, Priscilla Chavez, Jaimie Turner, Mary Teichert, Peter Tateishi, and our very own NAWIC Orange County President, Liv Hanlon for such an insightful conversation. ?? We concluded the event with a meaningful silent auction featuring nine beautiful WIC necklaces, generously donated by a fellow NAWIC sister from the East Coast. The proceeds went toward supporting Talin Astourian Espinoza and her family, who tragically lost their home in the recent Los Angeles fires. The outpouring of generosity from our NAWIC community was truly moving and a testament to the power of women lifting each other up. ?? A huge thank you to all our speakers, panelists, and attendees for making Day 2 a success! Let’s continue to build each other up, create opportunities, and lead with mentorship. We are excited to see you tomorrow at McCarthy Building Companies for our Speed Networking event! #WICWeek2025 #NAWIC #WomenInConstruction #MentorshipMatters #NAWICOC #NAWICLA #TogetherWeRise Liv Hanlon Dianne Koehle Janice Ramsay Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT Carolina Alvarez Bailee Bearden Ivette Kincaid Cherise Rader, MS Narda Reyes Marjorie Del Toro

LAST CHANCE to register for WIC Week 2025! ?? The countdown is ON! WIC Week 2025 kicks off TOMORROW Sunday, March 2nd, and this is your FINAL opportunity to secure your spot for an incredible week of networking, mentorship, and celebration! ?? Don't miss out on these amazing events: ? Day 1: Community Outreach at Thomas House (SOLD OUT!) ?? ? Day 2: The Importance of Mentorship at City Club LA ?? ? Day 3: The Power of Networking at McCarthy ?? ? Day 4: 1st Annual WIC Week Golf Tournament ????♀? ? Day 5 – NAWIC OC x LA x SD x IE Collaboration at Peltzer Winery ?? Plus, the celebration of the official chartering of NAWIC Inland Empire Chapter #397. This is a huge milestone, and we are so excited to welcome a new chapter dedicated to empowering women in construction! ?? Spots are filling fast and will sell out. Don’t wait! Register now before it’s too late! Sign up here for days 2-4: ??https://lnkd.in/g84uZ63b If you have any questions, please contact any of our WIC Week committee members, Liv Hanlon Bailee Bearden Stephani Valdez Simone Date and Dawn Lowers-Davis. Sign up here for Day 5: ??https://lnkd.in/g_hwmUVK If you have any questions, please contact Carol Hutchinson. Sign up here for the IE Chartering: ??https://lnkd.in/gJXsN3Wh If you have any questions, please contact Mayra Aceves, MBA. Let’s make WIC Week 2025 one to remember! See you all there. ?? #WICWeek2025 #NAWIC #WomenInConstruction #NAWICOC #NAWICLA #NAWICSanDiego #NAWICInlandEmpire #Networking #Mentorship #Connections #LastChance #TogetherWeRise ?? Liv Hanlon Dianne Koehle Janice Ramsay Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT Carolina Alvarez Bailee Bearden Ivette Kincaid Cherise Rader, MS Narda Reyes Marjorie Del Toro NAWIC LA Chapter #42 Shayla Smith Yolanda M. Baber, M.B.S. Stephani Valdez Simone Date Connie Brown Blanca Oseguera Diana Silva Dawn Lowers-Davis NAWIC Inland Empire Chapter #397 Mayra Aceves, MBA NAWIC San Diego Chapter 21 Myrna Smith Carol Hutchinson Kaitlyn Eaton

Ladies! Start the countdown to WIC Week day 5. This is an event you do not want to miss. ?? After a week filled with mentorship, networking, and empowerment, we are wrapping up with a special collaboration between NAWIC Orange County, NAWIC LA Chapter #42, NAWIC San Diego Chapter 21, and NAWIC Inland Empire Chapter #397! ?? Join us on Saturday, March 8, at Peltzer Winery for a day of connection, celebration, and raising a glass to the incredible women in construction! ??? What to Expect: ?? ? A relaxed and fun atmosphere to connect with fellow industry professionals ? A chance to reflect on an inspiring WIC Week with new and familiar faces ? Great wine, great conversations, and a great way to close out an amazing week! ?? Peltzer Winery ?? Saturday, March 8 ? Time: 11 am - 2 pm This event WILL sell out, so don’t wait! Secure your spot now by following the link below: ??https://lnkd.in/g_hwmUVK If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Carol Hutchinson. And remember, wine flies when you are having fun. ?? #WICWeek2025 #NAWIC #WomenInConstruction #Networking #NAWICOC #NAWICLA #NAWICSanDiego #NAWICInlandEmpire #TogetherWeRise ?? Carol Hutchinson Myrna Smith Mayra Aceves, MBA Liv Hanlon Dianne Koehle Janice Ramsay Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT Carolina Alvarez Bailee Bearden Ivette Kincaid Cherise Rader, MS Narda Reyes Isabella Zandvliet Marjorie Del Toro Shayla Smith Connie Brown Anacani Torres Stephani Valdez Blanca Oseguera Diana Silva Dawn Lowers-Davis Simone Date Yolanda M. Baber, M.B.S.

Exciting news for women in construction who are in the Inland Empire area!! ?? NAWIC continues to grow, and we are thrilled to welcome the NAWIC Inland Empire Chapter #397 to the National Association of Women in Construction family! NAWIC Orange County and IE Chapter President, Mayra Aceves, MBA would like to extend an invitation for their chartering dinner. ?? Thursday, March 6 ?? 6 pm - 9 pm ??Old Spaghetti Factory - Riverside This marks a new era of empowering and connecting women in construction in the Inland Empire. If you're passionate about supporting women in the industry, this is a fantastic opportunity to network, celebrate, and be part of something special from the very beginning. Let's show our support for this incredible milestone! Please follow the link below to reserve your spot. There is a special discount for the next 25 tickets purchased!! ?? https://lnkd.in/gJXsN3Wh Congratulations to the NAWIC Inland Empire Chapter! ?? Mayra Aceves, MBA Liv Hanlon Dianne Koehle Janice Ramsay Lisa Thibodeaux, MBA, MA Ed, CIT, CDT Carolina Alvarez Bailee Bearden Ivette Kincaid Cherise Rader, MS Narda Reyes Marjorie Del Toro NAWIC LA Chapter #42 Yolanda M. Baber, M.B.S. Stephani Valdez Simone Date Carol Hutchinson Kaitlyn Eaton Blanca Oseguera #NAWIC #WomenInConstruction #NAWICInlandEmpire #ConstructionIndustry #Networking #WomenEmpowerment