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20th Annual Conference
FRIDAY, October 16, 2026
Renaissance Arlington Capital View
2800 S Potomac Ave, Arlington, VA 22202
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2026 agenda (under construction)
Registration & Buffet Breakfast
7:30-8:30 AM
First-time Attendee Meet & Greet (pre-registration required)
7:45-8:15 AM
Welcome Remarks & Safety Moment
8:30-8:45 AM
Presented By
Morning Motivation:
8:50-9:15 AM
Description
Presented By
Built to Last: Ambition, Boundaries, and Leading Without Burnout
9:20-10:00 AM
Description
This session explores how professionals can pursue ambitious careers, lead high-performing teams and achieve meaningful results without burning out. Panelists will share practical strategies for setting boundaries, navigating competing demands, advocating for themselves and their teams, and leading with intention. Attendees will learn how to balance results with sustainability -- building careers, teams and cultures designed to last.
Speakers
Amanda Amadon, Ankura
Cary Brown, E.E. Reed
Pam Jones, Amtrak
Maya Kelly, HITT
Moderated By: Erin Knabenshue, Southland Industries
Break
10:00-10:25 AM
Breakout Sessions
10:30-11:25 AM
Title
Sponsored and Presented by Bradley
Description
TITLE
Sponsored and Presented by Cozen O'Connor
Description
Building Influence: Women and Leadership in Construction
Sponsored and Presented by Hinckley Allen
Description
TItle
Sponsored and Presented by MCN Build
Description
TITLE
10:30 - 11:25 AM
20th anniversary spotlight Sponsored and Presented by southland industries
Description
Speakers
Transition back to Ballroom
11:25 - 11:35 AM
Growth Spurt: Leading and Learning in a Time of Rapid Change
11:40 AM - 12:15 PM
Description
As emerging technologies, automation, and AI reshape how we work, professionals are being challenged to continuously expand their technical expertise and adapt to an increasingly complex environment. This session will explore how to stay competitive and relevant while maintaining balance in the face of constant change. Panelists will share practical insights on embracing new technologies, developing future-ready leadership skills and managing career growth.
Speakers
Shirley Albritton, National Institute of Building Sciences
Stu McGee, Southland Industries
Dorinda Stewart, CannonDesign
Moderated By: Misty Hawkins, Dustin Construction
Lunch & Networking
12:15 - 1:15 PM
Transition to Breakout Sessions (Round 2)
1:15 - 1:30 PM
Breakout Sessions
1:30 - 2:25 PM
TITLE
1:30 - 2:25 PM
20th anniversary spotlight Sponsored and Presented by southland industries
Description
Speakers
Break
2:25 - 2:45 PM
Keynote:
2:50 - 3:25 PM
keynote description
presented by
20:20 Vision
3:40 - 4:15 PM
Description
This session brings together industry leaders to reflect on the most meaningful changes of the past 20 years and offers candid insights into what lies ahead. Panelists will explore how market cycles, innovation, workforce evolution, and leadership expectations are reshaping the industry and what it will take for women to not only participate in, but also lead, the next 20 years of growth.
Speakers
Stephanie Elgart, Gilbane
Gayathri Shetty, Exponent
Barbara Wagner, Clark Construction
Barbara Werther, Werther & Mills
Moderated By: Catriona Winter, Clark Construction
Closing Remarks
4:15pm
Presented By
Amanda Goldsmith, MGAC
Cocktail Reception Immediately Following
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