May 1st GENERAL MEETING

Featuring Guest Speaker

Amy Ridenour Little 

Amy Ridenour Little is an award-winning nonprofit leader with over 20 years of service in the sector with experience in operations, financial management, and human resources and talent management. She is also a seasoned development professional with more than 12 years of fundraising, fund development, and grant writing experience. Amy has twice been honored by the Idaho Business Review as an honoree for their annual Woman of the Year program, received the 2016 Alpha Gamma Delta Talent of Leadership award and was name to the 2022 Idaho Business Review Power list as one of the most influential business leaders in Idaho. Amy is a graduate of the University of Idaho with a degree in secondary education and earned her Master of Science in Management and Leadership and MBA from Western Governor’s University. Amy currently serves as the CEO of Jannus, Inc. Prior to Jannus, Amy served in a variety of leadership roles including CEO of the Idaho Nonprofit Center, Director of Education Impact with RISE: Treasure Valley’s Education Partnership and the CEO of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce.

Rsvp required:

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

April 3rd GENERAL MEETING

Featuring Guest Speaker sarah cortez

www.sarahcortezspeaks.com

Meet Sarah Cortez, the "GOALDEN GIRL," an award-winning sales professional and pilot with a remarkable journey. Moving an incredible 34 times before 5th grade, she developed adaptability and resilience at a young age. With over 20 years of sales and management experience, Sarah's expertise shines through her training company, established in 2018. As a sought-after speaker and trainer, Sarah captivates audiences across the United States at national conferences, sales kick-offs, and company retreats. Her ability to inspire and motivate stems from her relentless tenacity in accomplishing her own GOALS. Beyond her sales career, Sarah's passion for flying drives her to pursue her dream of becoming a commercial pilot. Her journey exemplifies the power of self-belief, action, and surrounding herself with remarkable HUMANs. The "GOALDEN GIRL" has formulated a winning approach to help others achieve greatness in their lives. She loves nothing more than helping others accomplish their BIG GOALS.

RSVP is Required

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

Join us Saturday March 16th 2024

WANT TO DONATE TO THE AUCTION?

The Boise Chapter of National Association of

Women in Construction

cordially invites you to attend our 33rd Annual Awards & Dinner Auction

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Oxford Suite Boise Spectrum 1426 S. Entertainment Ave, Boise ID 83709 

Doors open, networking reception, appetizers and silent auction begins at 5:30 p.m.

Dinner, awards and recognition will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets for the event are $75 each or you may sponsor a table of eight for $600  

You may pre-purchase tickets for our two raffle drawings: 

A collection of gift cards from a variety of locations

A Wheelbarrow of “Fun” A

We also gladly accept donations for the auction.  Auction proceeds will assist NAWIC with educational programs, community projects and scholarships to Idaho students pursuing construction related degrees.

Saturday March 9TH

WIC Week Clothing Swap & Brunch

Get your tickets today:

Price is lowered to $5

For more information, donations, or questions please email: Holly Hawkins

Friday March 8TH

NAWIC Wear Red Day Walk/Hike & Happy Hour

We'll be celebrating Women in Construction (WIC) week!

Join us for NAWIC Boise Wear Red Day and help bring awareness to our organization and cause.

Time & Location of Walk/Hike and Happy Hour to be determined and weather dependent.

Please email Mary Lierman to be added to the email list for Walk/Hike & Happy Hour event info as it becomes available.

March 6th GENERAL MEETING

WIC WEEK JOBsite tour

12th & Idaho pROJECT

Project Summary

• 120 N 12th Street

• A 26-story mixed-use residential tower

• $140 million in total development costs

• $1.2 million estimated eligible expenses

• Replaces a surface parking lot with 298 residences, retail, and structured parking.

courtesy of:

Power construction & mcalvain companies.

RSVP is Required: HERE

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

tHANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTING PARTNERS FOR HELPING MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE:

Milwaukee Tools will be presenting PPE, Handling & Safety for power & hand tools.

Location: Hudson & West - 1250 E. Kalispell St. Suite 140, Meridian, ID 83642

Time: 5-7Pm

 * We will be building clothing racks for the Clothing Swap on March 9th.

For more information email: Holly Hawkins

RSPV is Required: HERE

 Thank you to our supporting partners for this event:

2024 Block Kids Event

Saturday February 10th, 2024 10AM-2PM

Spots are limited so register today.

This event is a FREE EVENT brought to you by NAWIC Boise Chapter 245

The Block Kids Building Program is a national building competition for children grades K-6.

Registration is live: Register Here

Sponsorship Opportunities available: Here

Check out the program here

Thank you to our Sponsors.

february 7th GENERAL MEETING

Join us for our general meeting and a night of speed networking with the members of NAWIC and guests.

RSVP is Required: RSVP Here

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

January 10th GENERAL MEETING

5:30 to 6PM: Mix & Mingle, Meeting starts at 6:00PM

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

PRESENTING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

We will be holding Roundtable Discussions in which we collaboratively discuss the biggest issues facing our industry locally and nationally. This will be open ended Q&A session where members will discuss their thoughts and experiences on a number of topics we are all facing in our industry, jobs, and personal lives.

RSVP is Required: https://www.nawicboise.org/monthly-meeting-rsvp

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

DECEMBER 6th GENERAL MEETING

MEMBERS ONLY HOLIDAY PARTY!

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No business at this meeting, just fun!

RSVP is Required: HERE

Contact Mary Lierman for any questions.

Idaho Anti-Trafficking Information for Drive

november 1st GENERAL MEETING

Featuring Guest Speaker Aaron Miller from Northwest Safety and Risk Services

Safer Driver Challenge

Aaron Miller is an Occupational Safety and Health Professional with experience in regulatory compliance and risk reduction for multiple industries including general industry, construction, and government. Aaron is passionate about worker safety and has developed innovative approaches that encourage organizations to improve workplace safety while being financially beneficial.

Aaron leads a group of dedicated safety consulting professionals who share his passion and understand real-world business concerns while finding creative, effective, and affordable solutions that benefit both workers and employers. Aaron is also a family man who enjoys traveling, the outdoors, building, and playing golf.

RSVP is Required: Link coming soon.

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

OCTOBER 4th GENERAL MEETING

Guest Speaker Jennifer Essary of Simply Sapien

https://www.jennifermichelle.co/

Personal Health Coach and Speaker about Primal Health

Jennifer Essary improved her chronic stiffness and joint pain with diet and lifestyle changes. Realizing how powerful these tools were she became a certified Primal Health Coach in 2016. As a former anatomy and physiology instructor she believes our modern health suffers because we live out of alignment with our Sapien needs. She helps women over 40 rediscover how simple health can be so they can age vibrantly

RSVP is Required: Click Here

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

September 6th GENERAL MEETING

Join us as we install the incoming 2023-2024 Board of Directors that were elected in June.

RSVP is Required: Click Here to RSVP.

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

NAWIC Boise Chapter 245

34th Annual Good Bad & Ugly Golf Tournament

Friday June 16th, 2023

Eagle Hills Golf Course

Registration Starts at 7AM- Shotgun Start 8AM

Golf Teams are Sold Out. There are a few sponsorships available. Check them out HERE

Thank you to our Premier Sponsor,

Idaho Construction Bonding.

Have a question about sponsorships or attending. Email Cassie Clancy, our golf committee chair

JUNE 7TH GENERAL MEETING

THIS IS A MEMBERS ONLY MEETING. We will be electing OUR new BOARD FOR THE fiscal year 2023-2024

Guests are encouraged to check back after our summer break for our September General Meeting on Wednesday September 6th.

RSVP is Required: RSVP Here

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

MAY 10th GENERAL MEETING

NAWIC101

Learn about our association. We will go over everything NAWIC.

In anticipation of our upcoming elections in June we will go into detail about what each board position entails and what to expect if planning to run for a board position.

RSVP is Required: RSVP HERE

Please email Mary Lierman for more information

April 5th GENERAL MEETING

RSVP here

Ami Ostrow FOR MORE INFORMATION

REGISTRATION IS OPEN: REGISTER

WANT TO DONATE TO THE AUCTION? HERE

The Boise Chapter of National Association of

Women in Construction

Would like to cordially invite you to attend our

32nd Annual Awards & Dinner Auction Gala

Saturday, March 11, 2023

Oxford Suite Boise Spectrum

1426 S. Entertainment Ave, Boise ID 83709

Doors open, networking reception, appetizers and silent auction begins at 5:30 p.m.

Dinner, awards and recognition will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Buffet style dinner including:

Peppercorn and garlic crusted beef with red wine demi glace,  Baked salmon with hazelnut beurre blanc

Sides include: Mixed green salad with balsamic vinaigrette

Roasted Red Rosemary potatoes, Sauteed Seasonal vegetables.

Tickets for the event are $75 each

or you may sponsor a table of eight for $600

You may pre-purchase tickets for our two raffle drawings.  The first raffle up for grabs is a collection of gift cards from a variety of locations.  The second raffle prize includes a spring garden & patio collection.

We also gladly accept donations for the auction.  Auction proceeds will assist NAWIC with educational programs, community projects and scholarships to Idaho students pursuing construction related degrees.

 Attire: Come mix and mingle with a mixture of formal and/or care free! 

Guest are encouraged to wear either Blue Jeans Attire or Black Tie Attire…..or Both!

We are happy to be back in person and celebrating with you all!

 REGISTRATION IS OPEN: REGISTER

MARCH 1ST GENERAL MEETING

RSVP Here

FEBRUARY 1ST GENERAL dinner MEETING

Featured guest speaker:

Debbie McCormick

of Debbie McCormick LinkedIn Consulting

RSVP is Required: Sign UP: HERE

Mary Lierman for more information

JANUARY 4th GENERAL dinner MEETING

Presenting: Sherry Fernandez

RSVP is Required: RSVP Here

Cost is: $25 Members or $30 for Non Members.

For more information please email Mary Lierman

DECEMBER 7th GENERAL MEETING

MEMBERS ONLY HOLIDAY PARTY!

Please plan on joining us on December 7th at Twigs Bistro, Meridian for our annual holiday party.

No business at this meeting, just fun!

RSVP is Required: Please email Mary Lierman for more information

November General Membership Meeting

Wednesday November 2nd.

RSVP for this meeting is closed. Please contact Mary Lierman if you would like to attend.

Our November Presentation will be:

Mental Health Issues in Construction

Presented by:

Greg Sizemore

Vice President of Health, Safety, Environment and Workforce Development

Associated Builders and Contractors

Greg Sizemore is the vice president of health, safety, environment and workforce development for ABC. Greg is a leader in the construction industry and business community on safety, total human health and workforce development. Prior to joining ABC in 2015, Sizemore worked at Zachry Industrial, where he played an integral role in the formation of Zachry’s competency-based safety, professional and craft workforce development programs. Greg also developed several new initiatives, including a craft university that targeted the construction industry’s critical crafts areas and a competency-based craft advancement and safety program. Prior to his time at Zachry, Sizemore held several management positions at BE&K Construction Co. in Birmingham, Alabama. Sizemore is also a volunteer leader in the safety and workforce development space. He is a past chair of the ABC National Craft Championships Committee and NCCER Workforce Development Committee. Currently, he serves on the Occupational Health and Safety Administration’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health and the board of directors of NCCER and chairs the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention.

October General Membership Meeting

Wednesday October 5th.

RSVP Required -Please Click Here

Presenting Roundtable Discussion and NAWIC 101

We will be holding a Roundtable Discussions in which we collaboratively discuss the biggest issues facing our industry locally and nationally.

And come learn all about NAWIC. We will go over all aspects of NAWIC on the local, regional and national levels. Whether you are a prospective member, new member, or seasoned member, it’s a great time to learn about the association or share your thoughts, ideas, and experiences in NAWIC.