Women in Construction Week – Awards & Celebration

Women in Construction Week, March 2-6, celebrates the contributions of women in the built environment. This year, Ascension Construction Solutions proudly presents its inaugural Women in Construction Week Allyship & Networking Celebration on Wednesday, March 4. 

This event brings together women professionals and allies from across all levels of construction, design and engineering to celebrate achievements, foster connection and inspire the next generation of leaders. 

Nominate a woman in our industry for one of four awards to be presented at the event! The four categories available: 

• Rising Star
• Excellence in Craft and Field Leadership
• Innovator and Problem-Solver 
• Trailblazer Leadership

Nominations are being accepted online through Feb. 20. 
Online Nomination Form

Aligned with the national theme "Level Up, Build Strong," the program highlights women's career growth, leadership and impact across the entire built environment—from craft professionals to executive leadership, from design studios to project sites.

FEB. BX HR GROUP MEETING

HR Group to Discuss Performance Management

For today's workforce, having an established career path is no longer optional – it's a requirement. For HR professionals that means having a plan for guiding team members along the way.

Next week, the BX HR Group is holding a roundtable conversation that will allow attendees to share their best practices and explore new options for performance management and employee development.

If your role includes human resources or talent management, you’re encouraged to join the Feb. conversation and the BX HR Group. The group gathers up to nine times each year for a mix of educational programs, peer discussions and social events.

For more information about the BX HR Group, contact Deb Murphy.

AI, Data Analytics and the Cloud = Intelligent Infrastructure

Artificial Intelligence has organizations reshaping their infrastructure planning and budgeting, and with a convergence of cloud, data and AI it’s vital for leaders to understand what an “Intelligent Infrastructure” will mean for their company.

As businesses continue to capture more data and utilize the analytics, it’s vital to have an IT infrastructure plan that allows for accessibility and risk mitigation. Rich Colley (Expedient) will share real world lessons from customer migrations to disaster recovery and AI rollouts and look ahead to what your organization can expect in 2026, and beyond.

This course is ideal for anyone involved in setting infrastructure and technology direction including CIOs, CTOs, IT Directors, Solutions Architects and other C-Suite leaders.

For more information about this course, contact Deb Murphy.

Shake, Sip & Socialize: Tequila Edition

Calling all tequila enthusiasts and aspiring agave connoisseurs! Are you ready to awaken your palate with the bold, nuanced flavors of premium tequila while connecting with like-minded professionals?

Look no further! The BX Young Professionals are excited to invite you to a tequila tasting networking event. Sip, learn and mingle as we explore a curated selection of tequilas and build meaningful connections along the way.

Your registration includes tequila samples and heavy appetizers. For more information about this event, contact Kelly Stover.

From Conflict to Collaboration

Communication skills are vital to success in the construction industry. They are also potentially the biggest obstacle you will encounter at work. 

In this interactive presentation, M.J. Clark (Integrated Leadership Systems) will provide participants with the tools needed to manage conflict and confrontation. She will share the communication challenges we all face, provide tips for mediation, demonstrate emotional control and outline an understanding of bias in conflict.

Here’s what previous participants have said about this program:

M.J. provided a realistic viewpoint on the topic and how to work on making changes.

This course opened my way of thinking and identified techniques for resolving tough situations.

I really enjoyed the interaction and the group activities.

This program would be beneficial for everyone in the construction industry.

For more information about this program, contact Deb Murphy.

Are You Prepared to Save a Life?

First aid can be lifesaving in an emergency. The skills and knowledge gained in this course empower participants to respond effectively when it matters most. 

Because medical best practices continue to evolve, staying up to date on recommended care is essential for all first aid providers. Participants should leave this training confident in their ability to recognize emergencies and provide appropriate, timely assistance. Topics covered include:

• Basic first aid skills
• Bandaging and wound care
• CPR skills with hands-on practice
• How to use an AED

Upon successful completion, participants will receive an Emergency Care & Safety Institute (ECSI) certification card, valid for two years.

For more information about this class or to schedule a company-specific session, contact Ashton Chapman.

Project Management - From Start to Finish

Join local industry experts as they outline how to properly oversee a project from start to finish. Then, you’ll never have to ask yourself the question “Do I have what it takes to be an effective PM?” – because the answer will be yes!

This course is ideal for those new to project management, as well as those who are looking to move into this role. Attendees will learn how to approach building a quality team, making decisions under pressure, organizing projects and much more.

For more information about this course, contact Kelly Stover.