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SUMMARY:Candid Convo\, May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join PWC Chicago for our next Candid Convo\, Representation in Leadership Roles\, Equitable Hiring & Promotion Practices hosted by Gold Sponsor and corporate member company SmithGroup and moderated by members of the PWC Chicago DEI Committee. This interactive conversation is intended to be an honest\, judgment-free dialogue about women's success and equitable advancement in the industry.\nWomen\, especially women of color\, have often been underrepresented at the decision-making level in many industries. Equitable hiring and promotions are essential to ensuring that women not only enter the AEC industry but also advance within it\, contributing directly to workplace culture and retention. When women see clear\, fair pathways to leadership and feel their contributions are valued\, they are more likely to stay\, grow\, and lead. \nBuilding a diverse workforce and implementing equitable advancement helps create a more inclusive\, resilient\, and forward-thinking AEC industry one where women have real opportunities to lead and succeed. During this conversion we will discuss current challenges and barriers to advancement\, real experiences and lived perspectives\, how to advocate for yourself and others\, and the role of leadership in allyship.You'll leave with practical ideas you can apply immediately\, as well as a stronger sense of community and support across the organization. Whether you're leading teams\, supporting projects\, or holding it all together at home\, this Candid Convo is designed to give you space to reflect\, connect\, and be heard. This is a PWC Member-Only event it's easy to join today! Registration closes 5/6.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Join PWC Chicago for our next Candid Convo\, \;Representation in Leadership Roles\, Equitable Hiring &\; Promotion Practices \;hosted by Gold Sponsor and corporate member company SmithGroup and moderated by members of the PWC Chicago DEI Committee. This interactive conversation is intended to be an honest\, judgment-free dialogue about women&rsquo\;s success and equitable advancement in the industry.
Women\, especially women of color\, have often been underrepresented at the decision-making level in many industries. Equitable hiring and promotions are essential to ensuring that women not only enter the AEC industry but also advance within it\, contributing directly to workplace culture and retention. When women see clear\, fair pathways to leadership and feel their contributions are valued\, they are more likely to stay\, grow\, and lead. \;
Building a diverse workforce and implementing equitable advancement helps create a more inclusive\, resilient\, and forward-thinking AEC industry&mdash\; one where women have real opportunities to lead and succeed. During this conversion we will discuss current challenges and barriers to advancement\, real experiences and lived perspectives\, how to advocate for yourself and others\, and the role of leadership in allyship.
You&rsquo\;ll leave with practical ideas you can apply immediately\, as well as a stronger sense of community and support across the organization. Whether you&rsquo\;re leading teams\, supporting projects\, or holding it all together at home\, this Candid Convo is designed to give you space to reflect\, connect\, and be heard. \;
This is a PWC Member-Only event&ndash\; it&rsquo\;s easy to \;join today! \;
Registration closes \;5/6.
LOCATION:35 East Wacker Ave Suite 900 Chicago IL 60601
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URL:https://members.pwcchicago.org/events/Details/candid-convo-may-2026-1683162?sourceTypeId=Hub
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