Women of Steel 2025 – A Transformative Experience

Women of Steel 2025 – A Transformative Experience

By Kate Boschert, Relationship Manager at CCWM

Celebrating Women in Construction and Other Industries

Alexia Keil and I recently attended the Women of Steel 2025 meeting, joining over 80 remarkable women from various industries, including construction, software security, and accounting. Representing financial planning, we shared insights on company 401k plans. The 2-day event highlighted the power of connection, growth, and inspiration within the evolving construction industry, benefiting our 401K team as well.

Exceptional Event Format!

The conference's innovative format rotated table spots every few hours, ensuring connections with a diverse group of professionals. These interactions fostered experience sharing, idea exchange, and meaningful relationship building, impacting our careers.

Terrific Takeaways!

Presenters shared invaluable advice on critical personal and professional development topics:

• Navigating Challenges Beyond Control: Strategies for resilience and adaptability were emphasized, encouraging attendees to remain steadfast in the face of external obstacles. The mantra "NEVER STOP!" resonated throughout the sessions, inspiring perseverance.
• Effective Communication: Tips for fostering clear, impactful communication in professional settings were provided. The emphasis on better communication underscored its importance in achieving professional success. "WE ALL GAIN FROM BETTER COMMUNICATION!" became a key takeaway.
• Building Personal and Company Brands: Insights into creating a strong, authentic presence that resonates with colleagues and clients alike were shared. The advice on branding was described as "SERIOUS GOOD STUFF!" and highlighted the significance of authenticity in professional growth.
• Recognizing Achievements: The event celebrated women who worked towards and achieved significant goals. Alexia Keil, for instance, earned her CPFA ¹(Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor) while balancing a full-time job, family, and training new team members. Her story was met with admiration, and the exclamation "WOW!" encapsulated the sentiment.

¹The CPFA® designation noted above was earned October 11,2024. It is up-to-date and active.

Why This Event Matters

The Women of Steel 2025 event celebrated the strength, resilience, and ingenuity women bring to the construction industry. It highlighted progress and inspired continued efforts for equitable opportunities. Alexia and I left energized, equipped with new tools for success, and grateful for the connections made. We returned to our team, eager to share our newfound knowledge and build stronger networks and brighter futures together!

Citations:

• [1] Perplexity AI
• [2] https://www.agcmo.org/WCM/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=020625WOSC