NAWIC Phoenix Chapter #98

PSW Spring Forum 2026 - Breaking Ground Building Dreams
2026-05-13 08:00 - 2026-05-15 17:00 UTC | Hotel Indigo Los Angeles Downtown, 899 Francisco St, Los Angeles, CA, 90017, United States
Join us in Los Angeles for the 2026 Pacific Southwest Spring Forum
Join women leaders, professionals, and allies from across the Pacific Southwest Region for an inspiring gathering dedicated to advancing careers, fostering powerful networks, sharing industry insights, and amplifying the voices of women in construction. Expect dynamic key note speakers, industry panel sessions, meaningful connections, leadership development, and the energy of our vibrant community all set against the dynamic backdrop of Los Angeles.

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Build Your Brand
Boost your brand visibility across the entire Pacific Southwest Region. Showcase your company’s commitment to empowering women in the construction industry and make a lasting impact.
Build Your Network
Gain access to influential professionals from the Pacific Southwest Region and demonstrate your commitment to the future of our industry.
Benefits
Sponsoring the PSW Region Forum provides your company with prominent visibility at the event and extensive exposure through social media and the NAWIC Los Angeles and Pacific Southwest Region websites.
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Membership Meeting - An Inside Look At Forms+Surfaces
2026-05-26 16:30 - 19:00 | Forms+Surfaces, 1025 N 71st Ave, Phoenix, AZ, 85043, United States
*Safety Glasses and Closed Toe Shoes Required*
Join NAWIC Greater Phoenix for an evening of networking, connection, and an inside look at Forms+Surfaces—a globally recognized, woman-owned leader in architectural and site solutions.
This event includes the opportunity to meet Lauren Flannery, President & CEO of Forms+Surfaces, and gain insight into the leadership, innovation, and collaboration driving the company’s success.
Enjoy dinner, connect with industry peers, and take part in an exclusive facility tour to see how design, engineering, and manufacturing come together to create cohesive environments—from interior systems to exterior site furnishings.
Forms+Surfaces’ work can be seen in notable projects including the Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix Sky Harbor, and 24th at Camelback, reflecting a commitment to thoughtful design and long-term performance.

What You’ll Learn & Gain

Insight into how integrated design and manufacturing processes work in real-world applications
A behind-the-scenes look at architectural product development and production
Understanding of how materials and systems connect interior and exterior environments
Exposure to innovative solutions used in high-profile local projects
Perspective on leadership and culture within a successful woman-owned business
Opportunities to network with industry professionals across construction and design sectors
Inspiration for applying cohesive design strategies in your own projects

From Emissions to Solutions: The Carbon Capture and Embodied Carbon Conversation
2026-06-03 12:00 - 13:00 | AZ
Join us as we hear from experts in the Carbon Capture/Sequestration and Embodied Carbon fields. This webinar will provide a general overview of carbon capture and embodied carbon, with a focus on how both topics relate to the built environment. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of where carbon impacts occur across the building lifecycle and how design, material selection, technology, and planning decisions can support lower-carbon outcomes.
Learning Outcome 1:
Learn the fundamentals of Carbon Capture and Embodied Carbon
Learning Outcome 2:
Identify where embodied carbon occurs across the building lifecycle
Learning Outcome 3:
Evaluate practical strategies for reducing carbon impacts in the built environment

Members Only – Board Meeting
2026-06-09 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-07-14 16:30 - 18:30, 2026-08-11 16:30 - 18:00 | AZ
Reach out to the Chapter President, if you’re interested in attending the Board Meeting.
Carol Hagen, Chapter President 2025-2026
carol.hagen@arkance.us

Membership Meeting - Chapter Election
2026-06-23 16:30 - 19:00 | Arizona Lighting Sales, 1830 West University Drive, Ste #109, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Every year our membership elects new officers and directors that help shape your chapter. Your voice matters!
Not sure what the board does? Here’s a quick overview: https://shorturl.at/ybuct

Your 2025-2026 Nominees:

President-Elect – TBA
Vice President – TBA
Secretary – TBA
Treasurer – TBA
Directors – TBA

Can you vote?

If you are registered under an active or corporate membership, you can vote!

How do you vote?

Attend the June 23rd, 2025 membership meeting. Dinner is provided with your monthly meeting registration.

Navigating Recent Federal Actions on DEI: Risks and Practical Steps
2026-07-09 12:00 - 13:00 | AZ
Join FortneyScott attorneys for an overview of the latest federal developments impacting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and policies. This webinar will examine recent actions by multiple federal agencies targeting DEI initiatives and discuss the evolving compliance landscape for employers and federal contractors.
Topics will include President Trump’s DEI-focused Executive Orders, DEI-related Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions, supplier diversity obligations, and recent federal agency enforcement activity. Participants will also receive practical guidance on strengthening compliance efforts and mitigating potential risks associated with federal enforcement actions.
Learning Outcome 1:
Understand recent federal actions impacting DEI programs, including DEI-focused Executive Orders, FAR provisions, and federal agency enforcement activity.
Learning Outcome 2:
Identify key compliance risks for federal contractors related to supplier diversity obligations, internal DEI policies, and evolving government enforcement priorities.
Learning Outcome 3:
Apply practical risk-mitigation strategies to evaluate existing DEI programs, strengthen compliance practices, and reduce exposure to federal enforcement actions.

Membership Meeting - Building Sustainability
2026-07-28 16:30 - 19:00 | GCON Inc, 2411 West Rose Garden Lane #100, Phoenix, AZ, 85027, United States
A CEU presentation by Lutron Controls

Explore how innovative lighting controls and automated shading solutions support sustainable building design, occupant comfort, and energy efficiency
In this Continuing Education Unit (CEU) presentation, atttendees will be able to:

Explain the purpose and structure of the Well Building Standard v1
Understand the key concepts that can teach us vaulable occupant and design best practices
Identify electric and daylight control stategies that meet requirements of Feature 56 Solar Glare Control and Feature 60 Automated Shading and Dimming Controls of the Well Building Standard v1.

NAWIC and CSI Social
2026-08-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Arizona Lighting Sales, 1830 West University Drive, Ste #109, Tempe, AZ, 85281, United States
Join NAWIC Greater Phoenix and CSI Phoenix Chapter for an evening of networking, refreshments, and great conversation!
Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or making new industry connections, we’d love to see you there. Come unwind, network, and grow your professional community!

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NAWIC’s 71st Annual Conference
2026-08-12 08:00 - 2026-08-15 12:00 | AZ
What is NAWIC Annual Conference?

NAWIC’s Annual Conference is a premiere event that brings together industry leaders to network, share knowledge and access professional development opportunities.
It fosters industry innovation, leadership growth and collaboration across the construction spectrum.

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Membership Meeting – To Be Announced
2026-08-25 16:30 - 19:00 | AZ
Check back soon for more details!
