NAWIC to Host 52nd Annual Meeting & Convention in Orlando

Fort Worth, TX (PRWEB) May 10, 2007 -- Plans are underway for the National Association of Women in Construction's (NAWIC) 52nd Annual Meeting and Convention, September 5-8, at the Caribe Royale All-Suites Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The Convention will consist of networking, educational events and awards. Registration is available to both members and nonmembers.

NAWIC will kick off the annual gathering with a tropicana-themed Welcome Party on Wednesday, Sept. 5. Attendees will enjoy an exciting evening of food, entertainment and fun.

The Association will get down to business during its Annual Meeting, Thursday, Sept. 6. Keynote speaker Vicki Hitzges, CSP, will inspire and encourage attendees with her "What Mary Kay, Vince Lombardi and an Old Crank Could Teach You." Hitzges' keynote will reveal the four must-know "secrets" of successful people. Hitzges has hosted TV newscasts and talk shows for Dallas-based Fox, CBS and ABC, and she was personally mentored by America's foremost motivational teacher, Zig Ziglar.

Convention attendees will experience a customized preview of the Carhartt for Women® clothing line in a special fashion show during Thursday's Award Luncheon. For years, women have complained about how hard it is to find long-lasting workwear that fits properly. Carhartt has taken note of these challenges and has designed a clothing line and accessories just for women.

Attendees will build their future by attending educational seminars and workshops on Thursday, Sept. 6, Friday, Sept. 7 and Saturday, Sept. 8. Seminar topics include "Construction Industry Update," "Effective Project Management" and "Turning Around a Troubled Project" to name just a few. With 20 seminars and 12 workshops to choose from, there is sure to be something beneficial for everyone.

NAWIC will recognize excellence in the construction industry during its 13th Annual Crystal Vision Award Gala, Saturday, Sept. 8. The Crystal Vision Awards recognize individuals with vision who help promote, expand and encourage the role of women in the construction industry. Veronica Soto, manager of the small business program for the Los Angeles Unified School District's $19.3 billion School Construction and Modernization program, is the recipient of the Crystal Vision Award. Deborah Henry, Ph.D., director of special programs at the University of Missouri, St. Louis, is the recipient of the Crystal Achievement Award. A special video presentation will highlight the achievements of these outstanding women who have paved the way for women in the industry. Jeanne Robertson will close this event with her presentation, "Humor, More Than a Laughing Matter."

Sponsors are extremely important to the success of this event, and their products or services will be showcased in the NAWIC Marketplace, Wednesday, Sept. 5. NAWIC thanks this year's sponsors for their support of women in the construction industry: Big-D Construction, Carhartt, and JELD-WEN Windows and Doors. For more information about sponsoring NAWIC's 52nd Annual Meeting and Convention, contact Executive Vice President Dede Hughes at (817) 877-5551 or dedeh@nawic.org.

Members and non-members are invited to attend NAWIC's 52nd Annual Meeting and Convention. Registration will be available online at www.nawicconvention.org by the end of May. Register by July 2, 2007 to receive the early-bird rate. Visit www.nawicconvention.org for more details.

Founded in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1955, NAWIC is an international Association serving approximately 5,500 members in nearly 200 chapters in the United States. NAWIC is proud to celebrate 52 years of service. NAWIC's Core Purpose is "To enhance the success of women in the construction industry."

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