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Women in Construction Are Built for Success

by Lacy Baumgardner, Jennifer Seabaugh | Mar 7, 2022
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Women bring a distinct advantage to the construction site, offering a new take and fresh perspective.

From the Ground Up

by Maggie Murphy | Mar 3, 2022
Careers | Diversity | Features | Training | Workforce

From finding her way in the Marines, to becoming a teacher as a way of helping her son, to starting her own construction company, Mari Borrero is a testament to the power of not taking no for an answer—especially as a woman in a male-dominated profession.

Four Strategies to Promote Construction Careers for Women

by Marge Hart | Mar 1, 2022
Careers | Diversity | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Companies with women in leadership positions are more likely to be profitable.

Build a Culture of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion From the Ground Up

by Maja Rosenquist | Jan 13, 2022
Careers | Diversity | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

Casting a wider net for the workforce would solve innumerable issues, but requires commitment and work.

#CEPhotoContest: DEADLINE EXTENDED

by Construction Executive | Jan 7, 2022
Culture | Diversity | Tools | Training

More time to showcase your company, through Jan. 31!

How the Construction Industry Can Better Support Hispanic Workers

by Francisco Ramirez | Dec 8, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Training | Workforce

These steps offer an excellent starting point for bridging the divide between Hispanics and their non-Hispanic peers in order to build a strong, diverse community of workers from all backgrounds.

ABC Director of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Honored for Construction Diversity Efforts by Maryland Minority Contractors

by Construction Executive | Nov 17, 2021
Business | Business Development | Culture | Diversity | Leadership | Organization Culture | Training | Workforce

The Maryland Minority Contractors Association has awarded Tia Perry, Associated Builders and Contractors’ director of inclusion, diversity and equity, its annual Professional Commitment Award.

Bolster Diversity and Inclusion by Dispelling Myths About Construction Jobs

by Bruce Orr | Oct 13, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

To attract a diverse workforce, contractors should focus on the full range of possibilities—not just jobs that involve “swinging a hammer,” but also those in project management, data analytics, digital modeling and other often under-emphasized areas.
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