Keynote Speaker: Barb Allen

Sponsored by: C.D. Smith Construction, Inc. 

Barb received her bachelor’s degree in construction management, then began her journey as a carpenter wearing her tool bags learning to physically build buildings, relationships, and a successful career as a woman in construction. She climbed ladder rungs that included Foreman, Assistant Superintendent, Superintendent, Pre-Construction Manager, Project Executive, and Operations Director. She now utilizes those experiences to educate and motivate audiences to better recognize, understand, and eliminate gender specific challenges to increase recruiting, advancement, and retention within the industry.