Women in Construction Annual Conference 2026

Women in Construction Annual Conference 2026 is a full-day leadership and networking conference for the build industry.

Renaissance Arlington Capital View

Dates: October 16, 2026
Venue: Renaissance Arlington Capital View
Attendance: More than 550 attendees

TL;DR

Women in Construction Annual Conference 2026 takes place Friday, October 16, 2026, at Renaissance Arlington Capital View in Arlington, Virginia.
It is a full-day leadership and networking conference for the build industry.
More than 550 men and women attend, representing every discipline in construction.
The program includes sessions on branding, burnout, payment bonds, AI and technology, self-care, and leadership.

Source: womeninconstructionconference.com/about

About

Women In Construction, Inc. has provided a forum for professional growth, development, and networking in the build industry since 2006. The annual event is a full-day leadership and networking conference for the build industry. A portion of conference proceeds goes to mission-aligned causes, including the ACE DC Mentoring Program.

Who you'll find in the room

Construction professionals

Construction professionals from the DC metro area and beyond.

Construction disciplines

Attendees include general contractors, subcontractors, developers, architects, engineers, trade associations, nonprofits, construction consulting companies, and law firms.

Featured speakers

18 listed

Sarah Pearlstein

Welcome Remarks · Seneca Group

Olivia Cleary

Morning Motivation Speaker · The Clearly Collective

Amanda Amadon

Panelist · Ankura

Cary Brown

Panelist · E.E. Reed

Pam Jones

Panelist · Amtrak

Maya Kelly

Panelist · HITT

Erin Knabenshue

Moderator · Southland Industries

Shirley Albritton

Panelist · National Institute of Building Sciences

Stu McGee

Panelist · Southland Industries

Dorinda Stewart

Panelist · CannonDesign

Missy Hawkins

Moderator · Dustin Construction

Emily Calandrelli

Astronaut, Author, Speaker, TV Host, Creator, Keynote Speaker

Stephanie Elgart

Panelist · Gilbane

Gayathri Shetty

Panelist · Exponent

Barbara Wagner

Panelist · Clark Construction

Barbara Werther

Panelist · Werther & Mills

Catriona Winter

Moderator · Clark Construction

Amanda Goldsmith

Closing Remarks · MGAC

Partners on record

1 listed

Southland IndustriesSpotlight Session Sponsor

Venue & travel

Venue

Renaissance Arlington Capital View, 2800 S Potomac Ave, Arlington, VA 22202

Questions people ask

7 answered

When is Women in Construction Annual Conference 2026?

Women in Construction Annual Conference 2026 is on Friday, October 16, 2026.

How many people attend Women in Construction Annual Conference?

More than 550 men and women attend the conference.

Where is Women in Construction Annual Conference held?

Women in Construction Annual Conference 2026 is held at Renaissance Arlington Capital View, 2800 S Potomac Ave, Arlington, VA 22202.

Who attends Women in Construction Annual Conference?

More than 550 men and women attend, representing every discipline in construction.

Is Women in Construction Annual Conference worth attending?

It is worth attending when the agenda and networking opportunities match your professional goals; otherwise, skip it.

What should I wear to Women in Construction Annual Conference?

Smart casual or business casual is a practical default for a professional conference.

What kinds of companies and roles go to Women in Construction Annual Conference?

Attendees include general contractors, subcontractors, developers, architects, engineers, trade associations, nonprofits, construction consulting companies, and law firms.

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