Construction Forum

05/21/2025

05/19/2025

Thank you for joining us at the 2025 Building Tomorrow Awards!

At Construction Forum, our mission is to facilitate collaboration among all stakeholders in the St. Louis region’s built environment—fostering inclusive, robust employment and economic growth.
This year’s awards honored trailblazers who align with our vision of social equity, economic opportunity, and growth. We’re proud to recognize the following individuals and organizations:

Coordinating Council Award
The Goley Companies – Recognized for building inclusive career paths and innovative apprenticeship partnerships with SIUE.

Digital Hub Award
Wade Johnson, U.S. Department of Labor – Honored for advancing nontraditional apprenticeships, including the launch of our Certified Survey Technician program.

Leadership Institute Award
Riding Boss Program – A collaboration between the Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis and the Bricklayers ADC, focused on su***de prevention and mental health in the trades.

Knowledge Lab Award
Kevin Buchek, CEO of Roanoke Construction – Celebrated for driving opportunity for diverse contractors and workers in North County and beyond.

Emerging Leader Award
Megan Price, Executive Director of Missouri Works Initiative – Commended for building new programs and expanding opportunities

04/08/2025

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04/05/2025

Stop cornin' around and sign up already! 🌽👀
Join us for a hole good time at The Golden Hoosier on May 10th!
Sign up for our Annual Corn Hole Tournament here ➡️ https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/MissouriWomenInTrades/cornhole.html NAWIC St. Louis, Chapter 38 AGC of Missouri Missouri Works InitiativeTradeswomen Build NationsConstruction Forum TopFans@followers

03/04/2025

Let's RISE TOGETHER to celebrate the women who play such an important role in making our STL Region construction industry tick.

Come join us at the ALL WOMEN CAREER EXPO, this Friday March 7th from 1-4PM at Carpenters Hall. If you know a friend or family member who might be a good fit for a job in construction invite them to join you.

To register go to https://lnkd.in/gGMeqZSJ .

Construction Forum, SITE Improvement Association STL, NAWIC St. Louis Chapter #38, Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council, R.G. Ross Construction Co., Inc., MISSOURI WOMEN IN TRADES, Missouri Works Initiative, St. Louis Council of Construction Consumers (SLC3), AGC of Missouri Women of Steel

02/28/2025

Meet Nicole Adewale, LEED AP!
Dr. Nicole Adewale, principal and co-founder of ABNA ENGINEERING INC, is a well-known figure in the St. Louis Region for her dedication to opening the eyes of young people to careers in STEAM and for mentoring other M/WBE businesses.

She, her Mom, and daughters are all members of Alpha Kappa Alpha. She is a lifetime member of the National Association of Black Engineers and involved on the international level with First Robotics.

She is known and respected in the industry for her role over three decades of building ABNA, a highly successful firm which provides services in the civil, environmental, construction management, transportation, structural, land surveying, MEP, GIS/Planning, and Mass Transit spaces.

02/27/2025

Know a woman who might be interested in a career in the trades? Let them know about this All Women Construction Career Expo on March 7th!

Register now: https://forms.gle/ykSMEEoquqZkCinE9

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02/27/2025

Join Us for an Exclusive Emerging Leaders Event at Wies Offsite!

Leadership isn’t about age—it’s about mindset, ambition, and the drive to grow. Whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned professional looking to expand your influence, this event is designed for those eager to take the next step in their industry.

Check out Wies Offsite's brand new 100,000-square-foot manufacturing facility. Come tour and see the plant and software company Dan Wies is building to automate the way structural framing is designed.

📅 Tuesday March 25th, 2025 from 4:00 PM - 6:00PM
📍 15719 Westport Commerce Drive, Suite 100 St. Louis, MO

Register - https://lnkd.in/gP4-ef4a

This is your chance to connect with industry experts, gain valuable insights, and build relationships that will propel your career forward. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to engage with like-minded professionals and sharpen your leadership skills.

02/26/2025

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02/21/2025

Construction Forum’s First Certified Survey Technician Informational Session was a Success!

Yesterday, we kicked off our Certified Survey Technician (CST) Informational Session with an incredible turnout! Attendees learned about how they can WORK, LEARN, and EARN their way to a rewarding career in surveying and construction through our two-year US Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship.

- OSHA 10 Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- Full-time employment with top construction & engineering firms
- Hands-on learning & college courses through St. Louis Community College

Missed the session? Don’t worry! You still have a chance to attend our next FREE informational session:
📅 Wednesday, February 26
⏰ 1:00 - 3:30 PM
📍 St. Louis County Jobs Center - The Crossings at Northwest

Ready to jump-start your career? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gZGdSksp
Don’t miss this opportunity to enter a high-demand, well-paying field with full-time benefits!

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