Seeking to achieve greater representation of women in such fields as architecture, engineering and construction, the Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation (BWAF) hosted their Industry Leaders Roundtable, from March 24 to 25, at a venue near Dupont Circle in Washington, D.C.
Bringing together dynamic architects and thought-leaders from varied fields, the summit highlighted how the full integration of women into the workplace produces firm-wide benefits, including expanded markets, improved recruitment, and retention of key talent. The speakers shared research, information, and action-oriented programs for design, architecture, human resources, academic, and other professional attendees. Takeaways included targeted plans to advance cultural change for a widening representation of women in the AEC industries, at all levels.