CRUCIAL WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION HIGH TEA DOUBLES IN SIZE AFTER A SUCCESSFUL CRUCIAL WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION INAUGURAL HIGH TEA IN FEBRUARY LAST YEAR, THE 2021 EVENT WAS DESTINED TO BE EVEN MORE POPULAR. HELD IN THE BEAUTIFUL NATIONAL WINE CENTRE, THE EVENT HAD DOUBLE THE NUMBERS FROM THE PREVIOUS YEAR AND OUTSTANDING FEEDBACK FROM ALL THAT ATTENDED. In conjunction with our allied associations Air Conditioning and Mechanical Contractors Association (AMCA) SA and Master Plumbers Association (MPA) SA, the event brought together like-minded women and men who support the fantastic work that women undertake in the construction industry. Attendees had the opportunity to listen to guest speakers, network, interact with a panel of women who work in the industry, win prizes and enjoy a delicious high tea at the scenic National Wine Centre. The Crucial Women in Construction (CWIC) initiative was established last year to celebrate and support the wonderful women who are a crucial part of their businesses in the subcontractor sector of the building and construction industries in South
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Australia. By bringing like-minded people together, the CWIC initiative looks at addressing the gender imbalance in the industry, whilst also ensuring we are supporting and celebrating the women in our male-dominated industries. We were pleased to secure Jessica Adamson as our MC for the afternoon, who engaged the crowd effortlessly with her genuine nature and flawless professionalism. Throughout the afternoon we also heard from our sponsors, Cbus Super, Lynch Meyer and HydroJet Solutions Australia, on the range of services they offer and why they are so passionate about supporting the cause. After a delicious high tea was served and the 152 attendees had a chance to network and enjoy the food and
champagne, we heard from Rebecca Pickering, Chief Executive Officer of Civil Contractors Federation SA and Director of Civil Apprenticeships and Careers, who had the audience hanging on to her every word. Rebecca shared her life journey and the hardships she has endured to get where she is now, which captured the audience’s attention entirely. Rebecca provided some advice and tips to the audience about how she manages life’s challenges and still stays positive, strong and hardworking. Her message was truly inspirational for all. The day concluded with an interactive panel of women in the industry, featuring Rebecca Pickering, Toni Hartley from the Department for Education, Bianca Ambroso from BHP, Monica Elgindi from Butterfields and Amber Shelton from Cushman & Wakefield.
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