WORKSHOP SESSION 1
Saturday, October 29, 2022, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm PST
WORKSHOP TITLES:
- How to be a Male Ally in the Union Construction Industry
- Childcare Strategies That Work for Tradeswomen
- Tradeswomen Organizing Our Movement for Our Future
- Women in Union Leadership
- Lean In Circles for Union Tradeswomen
- Developing Tradeswomen Affinity Groups within Your Local
- Keeping Your Head in the Game: Tradeswomen Leadership Development, Finding Your Place Today & Planning For Tomorrow
- Tradeswomen are a Top Priority: Legislative and Policy Updates and the Benefits for Tradeswomen
- Fireside Chat with Ullico: Leading, Supporting and Inspiring the Next Generation of Women
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WORKSHOP SESSION 1
DETAILS AND DESCRIPTIONS
#1) How to be a Male Ally in the Union Construction Industry
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
This workshop is for male allies attending TWBN. This panel will discuss the crucial role male allies play in promoting gender equality at work. Come learn how you can better advocate for tradeswomen, help improve job site environments and increase diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the construction industry.
Session Moderator:
Tom Kriger, Director of Education and Research, NABTU
Panelists:
Pete Hayes, Chairman & CEO Red Cedar Steel, Ironworker/Contractor/Owner
Brian Doherty, Secretary-Treasurer, Boston Building & Construction Trades
James Owens, International Grant & Training Specialist, Ironworkers
Raymond Boyd, Assistant Director of Education & Training, United Association
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#2) Childcare Strategies That Work for Tradeswomen
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Childcare is a barrier to recruitment and retention of women into the trades. With labor shortages being discussed everywhere, how can the Unionized Construction Industry work to take the lead on this key issue to garner new talent and open careers to non-traditional populations?
Session Moderator:
Nicole Schwartz, Executive Director of TradesFutures, NABTU
Panelists:
Ariane Hegewisch, Senior Research Fellow, Institute for Women’s Policy Research
Raven Hillenbrand, Pipe Trades Instructor, UA Local 170
Kilah Engleke, founder, empowHER at Milwaukee Building and Construction Trades Council, and Business Agent, Local 599, OPCMIA
Carol Burnett, Executive Director, Moore Community House
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#3) Tradeswomen Organizing Our Movement for Our Future
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30 pm
At its core, organizing is about facilitating collective action of a group and empowering people to take on leadership roles both within and outside of our organizations. Simply put, it’s about coming together to increase opportunity and improve the lives of workers. Hear from women who have taken on leadership roles as organizers in their union as they share their experiences and strategies to grow the labor movement. Learn how it will truly take all of us to step up and organize our sisters and communities of color to join the Building Trades and build our movement for the future.
Session Moderator:
Deanne Mattera, IBEW LU 357, Organizer
Panelists:
Samantha Lippert-Kendall, Mechanic, Insulators Local 2
Blanca Rios, Instructor and Mechanic, IUEC Local 133
Crystal Lewis, Organizer, UA Local 250
Melissa Wells, Special Assistant to the President, NABTU
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#4) Women in Union Leadership
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm and
Sunday, October 30th, 10:45am - 12:15pm
Have you ever wondered how women become leaders in the Union? How do you navigate the political sea to an elected or appointed position? This panel of women union leaders will share how they became leaders in the field, on committees, and working in the business managers’ office. Each panelist will share their journey, challenges, growth, highlights, resources, and recommendations. Don’t miss this chance to learn, hear, and discuss how to become a leader in your union. Everyone has the potential to lead; give yourself the chance to see what is possible!
Session Moderator:
Erica Valentine, Political Director, UA Local 393
Panelists:
Alicia Mijares, Business Development Representative, SMART Local 104
Selena Young-Padilla, VP of Field Operations, UA Local 483
Rachel Shoemaker, Assistant Business Manager & Organizer, IBEW Local 302
Robyn Hacking, Treasurer & Compliance Officer, UA Local 324
Delanee Daviau, Business Agent, IUOE Local 955
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#5) Lean In Circles for Union Tradeswomen
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm and
Sunday, October 30th, 10:45am - 12:15pm
Connect with one another and learn how Lean In Circles can help you achieve your goals together as sisters. Lean In and NABTU's partnership mentorship program supports and empowers women in the trades. Join us for a panel of unionized tradeswomen who have led or participated in the Lean In circle program and hear about the career-changing impact this program can have. You will learn about Lean In Circles – small groups of women who come together to support each other and learn new skills – and how they help women amplify their power. Also, participate in an interactive workshop that will connect you with other tradeswomen and help you learn how to advocate for yourself at work.
Session Moderators:
Sidney Lee, Senior Lead, Business Operations & Partnerships, Sheryl Sandberg & Dave Goldberg Family Foundation
Aurora Bihler, Journeyman, Ironworkers Local 396
Panelists:
Annet Del Rosario, Foreman, SMART Local 206
Dominique L. Drew, Architectural Metal and Glass worker, IUPAT DC 9 Local 1087
Jill Timushka, Welder, UA 496 and Apprentices Services Regional Coordinator, CBTU
Katherine (Kat) Disney, Foreman Journeyman Pipefitter, UA Local 344
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#6) Developing Tradeswomen Affinity Groups within Your Local
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The labor movement is a dynamic avenue where Affinity committees can showcase the importance and necessity of these groups at any local union. Everyone must have a seat at the table for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts to succeed in the workplace. Women, Young Workers, Veterans and Cultural groups provide support and wisdom to members through inclusion and solidarity. This session will cover how these populations are an asset within the workforce. Workshop participants will learn best practices on how to garner support of local union and national leadership, overcoming obstacles and creating an engaging environment to fuel the progression affinity committees. You will walk away with a feeling of empowerment and a clear path of how to form an affinity group.
Workshop Facilitators:
Tarn Goelling, Director, IBEW Civic & Community Engagement
Rennie Blye, International Rep, IBEW Civic & Community Engagement
Cheryl Paron, International Rep, IBEW Civic & Community Engagement
Kim Sanson, President, IBEW LU 429
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#7 Keeping Your Head in the Game: Tradeswomen Leadership Development, Finding Your Place Today & Planning For Tomorrow
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
This workshop is based on the IUPAT Women’s Leadership Series designed by IUPAT women leaders for women at all levels of unionized construction. The workshop will provide intentional training with group exercises, personal stories, internal SWOT, and various techniques to empower and challenge leaders both personally and professionally. The goal of the training is to build a cohort of women with shared experiences and values into an ongoing movement that equips tradeswomen with skills and an action plan to reach back and bring other women into the crafts and ranks of unionized construction.
Session Moderators:
Madison Hull, Director of Service, DC16 IUPAT
Greg Raftery, Special Assistant to the General President & Director of Leadership Training, IUPAT
Panelists:
Mandy Jo Ganieany, Director of Organizing, IUPAT DC 30
Cynthia Grant, Labor Representative, IUPAT DC5
Crystal Garcia, Director of Community Affairs, IUPAT DC9
Erin Hoffman, Assistant Director of Training, JATTF IUPAT DC21
Jenni Neduzak, Communications Director, IUPAT DC7
Dr. Julie L. Brockman, School of Human Resources and Labor Relations – Michigan State University
Gina Walsh, Deputy Director Heat and Frost Insulators and Signatory Contractors Labor Management Cooperative Trust
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#8) Tradeswomen are a Top Priority: Legislative and Policy Updates and the Benefits for Tradeswomen:
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
There have been massive victories for unionized construction at all levels of government in the United States and Canada. These wins will greatly benefit tradeswomen. Come learn about the unprecedented new policies and new opportunities and find out how you can help impact federal, state and provincial policy change.
Session Moderators:
Jim Brewer, Director of Government Affairs, NABTU
Panelists:
Rebecca Rougier, Senior Policy Analyst, LiUNA
Michelle Frisk, Ph.D., Legislative Representative, Ironworkers
Liz McElroy, Political and Government Affairs Director, IUPAT
Rita Rhamati, Government Relations Specialist, CBTU
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#9 Fireside Chat with Ullico: Leading, Supporting and Inspiring the Next Generation of Women
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Ullico, the only union-owned financial services company, knows great leaders when they see them. Join Ullico’s women in leadership as they share how their relationships helped propel them as leaders and provide a roadmap for how you can support other women on your journey to the top.
Panelists:
Tina Fletcher, President, Ullico Casualty Group, LLC
Stephanie Whalen, President, The Union Labor Insurance Life Company
Sonia Axter, Vice President, Asset Management, Ullico Infrastructure Management Company
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WORKSHOP SESSION 2
Sunday. October 30th, 10:45am - 12:15pm PST
WORKSHOP TITLES:
- Childcare - It’s No Longer a Personal Issue: Learn the facts and what can be done to help.
- Be That One Guy - How to Address Bullying, Harassment & Intimidation
- Women in Union Leadership
- Lean In Circles for Union Tradeswomen
- Developing Tradeswomen Affinity Groups within Your Local
- CPWR: Protecting Workers’ Mental and Physical Health and Safety
- Government and NABTU Best Practices – Empowering and Scaling Up to Build a Strong Future for Tradeswomen
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WORKSHOP SESSION 2
DETAILS AND DESCRIPTIONS
#1) Childcare - It’s No Longer a Personal Issue: Learn the facts and what can be done to help.
Sunday, October 30th, 10:45am - 12:15pm
Childcare is a problem NABTU wants to solve. We have seen in recent years that childcare is a barrier to entry and building your career, especially affordability, quality, accessibility, and hours. Come hear from tradeswomen, labor, industry partners, and childcare experts, on potential solutions, best practices, and opportunities we are exploring.
Session Moderator:
Nicole Schwartz, Executive Director of TradeFutures, NABTU
Panelists:
Carol Joyner, Executive Director, Family Values @ Work Action
Sabrina O’Brien, Journeyworker Fitter, UA Local 488
Tanoa Malauulu-Cadet, 2nd year Apprentice, IUOE Local 12
Pam Fendt, LiUNA Great Lakes Regional Organizing Committee, President of the Milwaukee
Area Labor Council, and board member on EmpowHER
Kate Krug, Executive Vice President at Nontraditional Employment for Women
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#2) Be That One Guy - How to Address Bullying, Harassment & Intimidation
Sunday. October 30th, 10:45am - 12:15pm
Vicki O’Leary, Director of Diversity from Ironworkers International, and Heather Kurtenbach, Ironworker Business Agent, Local 86, will present “Be That One Guy” anti-harassment, bullying and intimidation training. Vicki won the 2019 Award of Excellence from Engineering News-Record (ENR) for this training. This training teaches bystanders how to become upstanders when witnessing bullying, harassment and intimidation on the job site. If one worker doesn’t have their complete attention on the task at hand (because of a treatment issue) it compromises every worker on that crew.
Session Moderators:
Vicki O’Leary, Director of Diversity, Ironworkers International
Heather Kurtenbach, Business Agent, Ironworkers Local 86
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#3 Women in Union Leadership
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm and
Sunday, October 30th, 10:45am - 12:15pm
Have you ever wondered how women become leaders in the Union? How do you navigate the political sea to an elected or appointed position? This panel of women union leaders will share how they became leaders in the field, on committees, and working in the business managers’ office. Each panelist will share their journey, challenges, growth, highlights, resources, and recommendations. Don’t miss this chance to learn, hear, and discuss how to become a leader in your union.
Everyone has the potential to lead; give yourself the chance to see what is possible!
Session Moderator:
Erica Valentine,Political Director, UA Local 393
Panelists:
Alicia Mijares, Business Development Representative, SMART Local 104
Selena Young-Padilla. VP of Field Operations, UA Local 483
Rachel Shoemaker, Assistant Business Manager & Organizer, IBEW Local 302
Robyn Hacking, Treasurer & Compliance Officer, UA Local 324
Delanee Daviau, Business Agent, IUOE Local 955
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#4) Lean In Circles for Union Tradeswomen
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm - 2:30pm and
Sunday, October 30th, 10:45am - 12:15pm
Connect with one another and learn how Lean In Circles can help you achieve your goals together as sisters. Lean In and NABTU's partnership mentorship program supports and empowers women in the trades. Join us for a panel of unionized tradeswomen who have led or participated in the Lean In circle program and hear about the career-changing impact this program can have. You will learn about Lean In Circles – small groups of women who come together to support each other and learn new skills – and how they help women amplify their power. Also, participate in an interactive workshop that will connect you with other tradeswomen and help you learn how to advocate for yourself at work.
Session Moderators:
Sidney Lee, Senior Lead, Business Operations & Partnerships, Sheryl Sandberg & Dave Goldberg Family Foundation
Erica Stewart, National Coordinator of Women in the Trades Initiatives, Boilermakers
Panelists:
Cristina Barillas-McEntee, Plumber, UA Local 130, and Chapter Development & Field Coordinator, Labor Council for Latin American Advancement (LCLAA)
Gabrielle Saylor, Industrial Electrician, IBEW LU 613
Jean-Marie Baudhuin, Journeyman Laborerer, LiUNA Local 563
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#5) Developing Tradeswomen Affinity Groups within Your Local
Saturday, October 29th, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
The labor movement is a dynamic avenue where Affinity committees can showcase the importance and necessity of these groups at any local union. Everyone must have a seat at the table for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts to succeed in the workplace. Women, Young Workers, Veterans and Cultural groups provide support and wisdom to members through inclusion and solidarity. This session will cover how these populations are an asset within the workforce. Workshop participants will learn best practices on how to garner support of local union and national leadership, overcoming obstacles and creating an engaging environment to fuel the progression affinity committees. You will walk away with a feeling of empowerment and a clear path of how to form an affinity group.
Workshop Facilitators:
Tarn Goelling, Director, IBEW Civic & Community Engagement
Rennie Blye, International Representative, IBEW Civic & Community Engagement
Cheryl Paron, International Representative, IBEW Civic & Community Engagement
Kim Sanson, President, IBEW LU 429
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#6) CPWR: Protecting Workers’ Mental and Physical Health and Safety
Sunday. October 30th, 10:45am – 12:15pm
CPWR, NABTU’s safety and health arm, serves the construction industry through research, training, and service. This session will cover resources available for free on topics ranging from suicide prevention, safety and health hazards, and opioid use disorder prevention; CPWR-funded university-based research projects on women mentorship and exoskeletons; and a training program aimed at bringing women and other non-traditional groups into apprenticeship programs.
Panelists:
Chris Cain, Executive Director, CPWR, and Safety and Health Director, NABTU
Jessica Bunting, Director, Research to Practice (r2p), CPWR
Steve Surtees, Director, Environmental Careers Worker Training Program, CPWR
Marissa Baker, Assistant Professor in the UW Department of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences (DEOHS), University of Washington
Lily Monsey, International Educator and Cross Cultural Researcher, University of Washington
Carisa Harris, PhD, CPE, Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco
Alan Barr, Educator and Researcher, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, University of California, San Francisco
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#7) Government and NABTU Best Practices – Empowering and Scaling Up to Build a Strong Future for Tradeswomen
Sunday, October 30th, 10:45am – 12:15pm
The future is bright for tradeswomen, but it will take all of us to seize the moment! This panel/workshop combo session will discuss the ecosystem between the public sector, industry and unions, and how we are all taking proactive measures together to build a strong future for tradeswomen. A panel of government and union leaders will discuss current industry barriers and challenges and outline unprecedented investments and initiatives across North America to uplift tradeswomen. The session will also facilitate a deep dive workshop to engage tradeswomen in small groups on these initiatives, provide resources and foster collaboration on the best practices needed to scale up these initiatives across North America.
Panelists:
Wendy Chun-Hoon, Director of Women’s Bureau, United States Department of Labor
Erika Dinkel-Smith, Director of Labor Engagement, The White House
Melissa Wells, Special Assistant to the President, NABTU
Jenny Yang, Director of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, United States Department of Labor
Lindsay Amundsen, Director of Workforce Development, Canada’s Building Trades Unions