Tradeswoman of the Year Award

Submission Period: May 4th-June 10th

The NAWIC Tradeswoman of the Year Award honors exceptional women in the construction trades who demonstrate outstanding skill and dedication in their field while serving as mentors and advocates for the next generation of tradeswomen.

Entrants

  • All women working in the construction trades are encouraged to enter
  • NAWIC membership is not required

A winning entrant must demonstrate:

  • Outstanding expertise, quality of work, and accomplishments within her trade
  • Leadership and innovation that reflects a commitment to excellence in the construction industry
  • Active mentorship and advocacy for other tradeswomen
  • Measurable positive impact on the industry through contributions to safety, innovation, or inclusion

Fees

  • Entry fee: $99 per submission
  • All entry fees are non-refundable
  • Applications are not considered complete until payment has been received

Deadline

  • 2026 submissions deadline: June 10th
  • All materials must be submitted via Sessionboard. Submissions sent via email, phone, shared drive, fax, or post will not be accepted
  • Deadline extensions and exceptions will not be granted

Review Process

  • All eligible entries are evaluated by an independent panel of industry professionals
  • Jurors review submissions independently before convening to discuss and select recipients
  • Contact from applicants or their supporters to jurors is strictly prohibited

Recognition

Award recipients will be announced and honored at NAWIC’s Annual Conference. Recipients will receive additional details with their selection notification.

2025 Winner

Sammy Cossairt

2025 Tradeswoman of the Year Award Winner

Sammy Cossairt

Nashville, TN | Chapter 16 | Southeast Region

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