Blueprints to Inclusion: Championing Women in Design-Build and Beyond

26/04/2024 37 min
Blueprints to Inclusion: Championing Women in Design-Build and Beyond

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Have thoughts? Text us! In the latest episode of the Design-Build Delivers podcast, we sit down with Anna Pridmore, LaDrena Dansby and Barbara Wagner to discuss the impact and future of women in the AEC industry and how design-build is well-situated to support and elevate women. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from the challenges women face in the industry to the unique skills and perspectives they bring.Our guests share their experiences and insights, highlighting the importance of soft skills, mentorship and advocating for diversity. They also offer advice for young women and non-binary individuals interested in pursuing careers in construction, emphasizing the value of confidence, taking risks and building a productive and supportive network.Tune in to learn more about the role of women in shaping the future of the construction industry and how DBIA can better support and encourage diversity of thought.Stay tuned for more from this episode with Design-Build Delivers Bonus Content, longer conversations with our guests. Coming soon!Guests, in order of appearance:LaDrena Dansby, PE, DBIAPM/CM Program DirectorAECOMAnna Pridmore, Ph.D., PE, DBIAVice President – Pipeline & Water Infrastructure Solutions, Strategic Market DevelopmentStructural TechnologiesBarbara Wagner, LEED AP, FDBIAExecutive Vice PresidentClark Construction Group, LLCAccess all our free design-build resources and learn more about Design-Build Done Right® at dbia.org. DBIA members are shaping the future, one successful collaboration at a time.

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