North Central Region

April 22–24, 2026
Pokagon State Park – Potawatomi Inn & Conference Center, Indiana
(Located near the Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan border)

About

Join us for the North Central Region Spring Conference 2026, Building in Balance: Empowered to Grow. Where women in construction come together to learn, connect, and lead with purpose.

Speakers

Keynote Speaker:
Barb Allen

Featured Speakers:

• Dr. Ashley Smith, author of “The Way I See It: A Psychologist’s Guide to a Happier Life”
• Erica Larson, Founder of Pixel Power
  Create a Wave of Recognition: Build Visibility for Yourself, Your Employer, and NAWIC
• Gail Walters
• More to be announced!

We have workshops and engaging sessions, each designed to equip you with the tools and confidence needed to thrive in the construction industry.

Network with peers who understand your journey and share your ambition.

Let’s build a future defined by leadership and inclusion. Register today to secure your place in this empowering experience.

Planning Committee

Thank you to the dedicated team making this event possible:
Carla Klatt, North Central Region Director
Velandra, Linda A., Member of the Toledo, OH Chapter
Jamie Bates, President of the Lima, OH / Ft. Wayne, IN Chapter

Sponsors and Hosts

Hosted by the Lima, Ohio / Fort Wayne, Indiana and Toledo, OH Chapters
Sponsored by Milwaukee Tools
With ongoing partnership from Dell Technologies

Sponsorship Opportunities