Women Elevating Construction:
Navigating Challenges, Building Confidence and Leading Change
A unique event exclusively for women in construction.
The Women Building Washington committee invites you to join industry leaders for an honest conversation about what it takes for women to lead and succeed in construction. From navigating jobsite culture to asserting authority in high-stakes environments, this panel of veteran leaders will deliver real stories and practical strategies to drive change across the industry.
Schedule:
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9:00am - Check-in and Breakfast
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9:30am - Roundtable Discussions, led by:
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Nina DiSandro, Director of Operations at Potomac Construction Services
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Kelly Gebhart, Senior Engineer, Patuxent Engineering Group
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Emily Harkwell, Senior Project Manager, Coakley & Williams Construction (CWC)
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Nanazin Hesselton, Senior Director of Human Resources at *rand construction corporation
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Ellen Quiqley, Vice President at Clark Construction Group
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10:45am - Panelist Takeaways
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Through 11:30am - Networking
From field leaders to executives, these professionals will discuss how they’ve navigated and succeeded by sharing candid experiences, practical strategies for asserting themselves on the jobsite and in the boardroom, as well as actionable advice for the next generation of women in construction.
Ladies, you won't want to miss this event!
Event Details:
When: Thursday, September 10th, 2026 | 9:00am-11:30am
Where: Manor Country Club
14901 Carrolton Rd, Rockville, MD 20853
Pricing & Refund/Cancellation Policy:
No refunds for no-shows or cancellations on or after noon/12:00pm on September 3, 2026. Substitutions from your company are permitted at any time. For any questions, please Contact ABC Staff.
Please note: This event is exclusive to ABC of Metro Washington members. If you are interested in becoming a member to attend member-only events please Contact Membership.