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October 2025 |
Celebrating
Careers in Construction Month |
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October is Careers in Construction Month, and there's no better time to highlight what makes these careers worth pursuing.
I spent 16 years in the field as an electrician, and I can tell you firsthand that the trades offer something you won't find in many other fields—real financial independence without student debt, job security in an industry that always needs skilled workers, and the satisfaction of building something tangible with your hands. |
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The women you'll read about in this newsletter took different paths to get here. One discovered her capabilities by accident, another brought military experience to heavy equipment, and another is using her years as a carpenter to make job sites safer. What they all share is proof that construction careers can change the trajectory of your life.
If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy working with your hands, and want a career that offers both challenge and stability, the trades might be right for you. Our free training programs give you the foundation you need to succeed.
These stories show what's possible when women have access to quality training and support in the trades.
Renee Jones
Director of Programs |
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Meet Our Tradeswomen |
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Laura Doligosa
Ironworker
Laura never planned to become an ironworker, but now she’s building both structures and her reputation as one of the few Filipino Americans in her local. Read Laura's story.
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Romeisha (Ro) Willis
Operating Engineer
After years in the Army and then corporate accounting, Ro found her calling operating cranes, excavators, and other heavy machinery. Read Ro's story.
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Edith Guerrero
Carpenter and Safety Professional
As a CWIT instructor and safety professional, Edith brings the perspective of someone who's navigated job sites as a woman in the trades. Read Edith's story.
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Alyssa Gutierrez
Sprinkler Fitter
After nearly nine years working as a sprinkler fitter, Alyssa is looking forward to starting her own company while mentoring the next generation of apprentices. Read Alyssa's story.
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Ready to Start Your Career in Construction? |
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