NAWIC Richmond Chapter #141

Interested in Serving on the Board? We’re looking for leaders for the 2025-2026 term! If you’re passionate about making an impact, consider joining our board. Email a member of the Nominating Committee to learn more! ????

Over the weekend, some of our members had the incredible opportunity to give back by building Adirondack chairs with Habitat for Humanity. Supporting our community through service is a privilege, and it’s inspiring to come together for a great cause. Well done ladies! Naomi Hines, April Greer, Missy Seal

Welcome to Our New Members! ?? Lauren Garner Elizabeth (Beth) Lee Wendy McQuiggan Noelle Helmstetter We’re thrilled to have you join our chapter and can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make! Looking forward to growing, learning, and building together. ????

? Thank You to Our WIC Week Committee! ? A huge thank you to our incredible WIC Week Committee for organizing an engaging, inspiring, and empowering week! Your dedication and hard work made this year's Women in Construction Week truly unforgettable. ????? From job site tours at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens and Atlantic Constructors’ Fabrication Shop to an insightful Safety Concerns Facing Women in Construction webinar, we tackled important industry topics. We had an amazing networking happy hour with ABC Virginia, celebrated our members at a charcuterie board workshop, and wrapped up the week with a trip to the Towers of Tomorrow exhibit at the Science Museum of Virginia, tying it all back to our Block Kids event. We are so grateful for all who participated, sponsored, and supported this week. Together, WE Rise! Let’s carry this momentum forward all year long! Leigh Musselman LORIE LYTHGOE Jennifer Hamby Jessica Behmke, PG April Greer Kristin Smith, MBA, CIT

Congratulations to our March Member of the Month, Tae Mitchell. Thank you for all you do!

As we reflect back on WIC Week, let's carry its excitement and inspiration throughout the rest of the year. Our NAWIC National theme for this year - Together WE Rise and our chapter theme - Be TRUE (Trust, Respect, Understanding & Encouragement), reminds us that every day is an opportunity to uplift one another and build a stronger, more inclusive industry. The energy and empowerment we experienced during WIC Week aren’t just for one week; they're a call to action for our community to continue embracing innovation, collaboration, and support in all that we do. Let's commit to nurturing trust, showing respect, deepening our understanding, and offering encouragement to every colleague, partner, and aspiring leader. Together, we rise, each of us playing a vital role in shaping the future of women in construction. Let's make every month as impactful as WIC Week and ensure our values resonate in every project, conversation, and connection we make. Here's to a year filled with growth, collaboration, and true empowerment. Keep the spirit alive, and remember: trust, respect, understanding, and encouragement are the foundations upon which we build our success.

REMINDER! Bring your donations for Comfort Zone Camp to the general meeting tomorrow (Tuesday 03/18). Items Needed: Index Cards Pens Sharpies Post It Notes Individual toothbrushes & toothpaste Painters Tape (Blue) Illuminary Bags (White) Join us in making a difference by donating essential supplies that will help empower grieving children to fully realize their capacity to heal, grow, and lead more fulfilling lives.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from all of us at NAWIC! Today, we celebrate more than just a bit of Irish luck, we honor the strong community, innovative spirit, and camaraderie that make our industry truly exceptional. Whether you're wearing green on the job site or sharing a festive moment with your peers, we're grateful for the unique bond that unites us. May your day be filled with good cheer, inspiring conversations, and a little extra luck as you build a brighter future. Cheers to our collective creativity and resilience. Have a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day, everyone!