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We build successful women in construction. Go to www.nawickalamazoobc.org for meeting and event schedule.

08/31/2026

⏰ Heads up! Tomorrow, September 1st, is the last day to register for the 32nd Annual Joint Golf Outing!

Join AIA | NAWIC | CFMA on Friday, September 18, 2026 at Heritage Glen Golf Club in Paw Paw, MI for a day of golf, food, and fun — all while supporting student scholarship awards across all three organizations.

⛳ 9:00 AM Shotgun Start | 🏆 2:30 PM Lunch & Awards
🎁 Over $1,000 in door prizes!

Don't miss out — register now before spots fill up:👉 https://nawickalamazoobc.org/event_view/sep-18-aia-nawic-cfma-golf-outing/

Questions? Email Myndi at [email protected]

08/26/2026

⛳ 32nd Annual Joint Golf Outing - AIA | NAWIC | CFMA ⛳

Save the date - Friday, September 18, 2026 at Heritage Glen Golf Club in Paw Paw, MI!

Join us for a full day of golf, food, and fun, all while supporting a great cause: proceeds from this event help fund student scholarship awards for all three organizations.

🕗 8:00 AM – Registration opens
⛳ 9:00 AM – Shotgun Start (18-hole scramble)
🌭 On the Turn – Grilled hotdogs & brats, chips, cookie, and a drink
🏆 2:30 PM – Hot lunch and award of prizes

Plus over $1,000 in door prizes up for grabs!

Whether you want to golf, sponsor, or just support the cause, we'd love to have you. Sponsorship opportunities are available at every level, from Birdie to Eagle sponsor, and individual golfer and foursome spots are open too.

📋 Register here by 9/1: https://nawickalamazoobc.org/event_view/sep-18-aia-nawic-cfma-golf-outing/

❓ Questions? Email Myndi at [email protected]

Let's tee off for scholarships! 🏌️‍♀️

08/14/2026

🏗️ NAWIC Chapter 302 at the 71st Annual Conference! 🏗️

Chapter President Jennifer Sawyer with The Barton Group and Membership Chair Emily Bergel with Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc. are proud to represent NAWIC Chapter 302 at the 71st Annual NAWIC Conference in Reno, where construction professionals from across the country gather to learn, network, and grow.

The educational programming has been a highlight of the conference, with presentations covering environmental permitting and compliance, contractual risk transfer, workplace strategies that emphasize how safety starts with culture, and many other topics designed to help construction professionals grow their knowledge and leadership skills. At the same time, Jennifer and Emily have been connecting with fellow NAWIC members from across the country, exchanging ideas and drawing inspiration from successful chapter programs and initiatives that can help strengthen and grow Chapter 302

They are excited to bring these insights, ideas, and best practices back to our members, their organizations, and our community as we continue working to build stronger leaders and a stronger construction industry.

🏗️👷‍♀️💙

07/31/2026

📢 NAWIC Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Professional Development Event

Have you ever wondered why communication feels effortless with some people and challenging with others?

Join us on August 25 for an interactive workshop, Understanding Communication & Behavioral Styles: Learning to Adapt with DISC, presented by Tara Nisenson, DISC Certified, SHRM-SCP, and SPHR.

Participants will receive a personalized DISC assessment report and learn practical strategies to:

✅ Adapt communication styles effectively
✅ Strengthen teamwork and collaboration
✅ Understand behavioral differences
✅ Navigate conflict with confidence

📅 August 25, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
📍 Lounsbury Training Center, Paw Paw, MI

💲 Free for NAWIC Members
💲 $10 Non-Members

⚠️ Limited to 20 participants
🍹 Appetizers and drinks provided

Registration deadline is August 18.
RSVP to: [email protected]

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights that can improve your professional and personal relationships.

07/17/2026

What comes to mind when you think about construction safety?

Most people think of hard hats, fall protection, and PPE. At our July Dinner & Learn, we explored the hazards we don't always see.

A huge thank you to Julie Callaway, President of BDN Industrial Hygiene for an informative presentation on construction health hazards and the critical role industrial hygiene plays in keeping workers safe.

Attendees learned about the "Top 3" health hazards commonly encountered on construction projects in Michigan:

🔹 Asbestos Exposure
🔹 Lead Exposure
🔹 Respirable Crystalline Silica

Julie shared practical insights on how these hazards are identified, monitored, and controlled, while emphasizing the importance of asking key questions before work begins:

✔ Has the building been inspected?
✔ What hazards are present?
✔ Who could be exposed?
✔ How will exposures be controlled?

One of the highlights of the evening was hearing about BDN's involvement with the historic Michigan Central Station restoration project. It was fascinating to learn how the project team approached the unique challenges of restoring such an iconic landmark while carefully managing environmental and occupational health hazards throughout the process.

Thank you to Julie and everyone who attended for making this a valuable evening of learning and discussion. Opportunities like these help us build safer jobsites and stronger construction professionals.

Thanks to ELITE COMPANIES for the tasty taco dinner and PlazaCorp Realty Advisors, Inc. for the beautiful meeting space!

07/01/2026

🚧 NAWIC Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Chapter #302 Dinner & Learn 🚧

Join us on July 16, 2026, for an insightful presentation on the health hazards that often go unseen on construction projects.

Beyond Hard Hats and Harnesses: The Hidden Health Hazards of Construction

Our featured speaker, Julie Callaway, President of BDN Industrial Hygiene Consultants, will share lessons learned from over 35 years working on projects including Michigan Central Station, healthcare facilities, and schools throughout Michigan. Learn how industrial hygiene helps identify and manage risks associated with asbestos, lead, silica, and other occupational health hazards.

📅 July 16, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Elite Companies, 211 E. Water St., Suite 201, Kalamazoo, MI
💲 Free to attend
🍽 Dinner provided

RSVP: [email protected]

06/15/2026

🚧 Join Us for Our June Lunch & Learn! 🚧

NAWIC Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Chapter invites you to an insightful session on:

Measurement, Monitoring & Materials: Engineering Support for Complex Construction

🔍 Ever wonder how strategic testing and monitoring can help reduce risk and keep projects on track? This session will walk through real-world examples of how engineering support helps teams make smarter decisions that protect both budget and schedule.

👷‍♀️ Perfect for construction professionals, engineers, project managers, and anyone interested in improving outcomes on complex projects.

📅 Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026
🕙 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: 2255 W. Centre Ave, 2nd Floor Event Space, Portage, MI
💲 Cost: FREE - Lunch included provided by The Barton Group
🎤 Featuring industry experts from Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc. Charlie Scheuermann & Sean Smith
👉 Register today: https://nawickalamazoobc.org/lunch-learn-registration-june-23/

Come learn, connect, and gain practical insights you can apply right away. We hope to see you there!

05/13/2026

WOW! 💥 NAWIC Chapter 302 has filled all four volunteer days in May for Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity's Women Build. We are FULL!

We’re so inspired by the response from our community, but the work doesn’t stop here. You can still be part of something bigger by supporting this effort through a donation.

Every contribution—big or small—helps provide materials, resources, and opportunities to build homes and hope right here in our own community. 🏠💛

Join us in making a difference:
👉 https://give.habitatkalamazoo.org/teams/26507-nawic

Let’s keep building—together!

05/08/2026

Honored to kick off the 2026 Women Build with Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity!

Thanks to our NAWIC members and friends at L.D. Docsa Associates for giving their time and talent to support future homeowners right here in our community. 💪🏡

05/01/2026

🛠️ Community Volunteers Needed | Women Build Month – May 🛠️

This morning, Kalamazoo/Battle Creek NAWIC Chapter President Jennifer Sawyer with The Barton Group and Treasurer Laura Ash with ELITE COMPANIES was honored to attend the Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity Women Build Kickoff Breakfast, where one message was clear: Habitat for Humanity thrives because of volunteers.

This May, Habitat is working on six homes throughout Kalamazoo, a significant increase from the two builds typically completed in past years. As part of Women Build Month, volunteers will help construct sheds for each of these homes, supporting families as they build stability, pride, and long‑term opportunity through homeownership.

💛 A powerful moment from the kickoff came from a Habitat homeowner who shared how owning a home has brought hope and a sense of legacy, especially while working from home to care for a child battling leukemia. She spoke about how meaningful it was to know how many women directly helped build her home.

👷 Everyone is welcome to volunteer!
You do not need construction experience.
You do not need to work in the industry.
This work is for the benefit of the entire community.

🧰 What volunteers can expect:
Build activities may take place:
In the Habitat warehouse, pre‑building shed components, or on‑site, depending on site readiness.
Specific details will be provided before your volunteer date
PPE is available if needed
Please wear closed‑toe, flat work shoes and dress for the weather

📅 Choose the day and time that works best for you in May:
👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45AFAA29A3F8C07-63641479-women

Women Build highlights the impact of women in construction, but this is truly a community build. Come as you are. Bring a friend. Help build something that lasts.

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