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NAWIC Sacramento Announces 2025-2026 Board of Directors
2025-2026 NAWIC’s national motto is “Level Up, Build Strong”.
"This year is all about LEVELING UP. Leveling up our partnerships and outreach, leveling up how we raise awareness of our industry struggles and triumphs, leveling up our memberships and sponsorships to create a better sense of belonging and a pride in being a part of this great community of women. NAWIC Sac will rise to its highest level this upcoming year... will you be at the top with us?" - President Renee Loesch
2025- 2026 NAWIC Sacramento Board of Directors
Officers:
- President - Renee Loesch, Kitchell
- Vice President - Stefanie Foltyn, Intech Mechanical
- Treasurer - Juli Kawahata, Department of General Services
- Secretary - Jackie Soto, Department of General Services
Directors:
- Donna Huntingdale, Building RX
- Dona Lisa Buschmann, Bender Insurance Solutions
- Jennifer Angst, Boyett Construction
- Roxana Cheah, SRBX
Committee Chairs:
- Membership Chair – Phyllis Jarvis, Liberty Mutual
- PD&E Chair – Julia Moore, Woodruff Sawyer
- WIC Week Chairs – Celeste Somera and Emily Cox, Liberty Mutual
- Marketing Chair – Veronica Figueroa, Forgen
- Safety Chair - Karen Meistas, Vanir
- Girl Scouts Camp Chair - Stefanie Foltyn, Intech Mechanical
NAWIC Sacramento Announces 2024-2025 Board of Directors
2024-2025 NAWIC’s national motto is “Together We Rise”.
"We are just getting started! Sacramento is growing and thriving; ready to make it's lasting mark in supporting our members, our industry, our local community, and NAWIC." - President Rena Goudey
"This year is all about TOGETHERNESS. We will look to other groups to partner and extend our outreach, because we are not silos or competing womens' groups or industry groups - TOGETHER, WE RISE. Together, we raise awareness of our industry struggles and triumphs. We need our partners and allies, because without them, you limit yourself of progress." - Vice President Renee Loesch
2024- 2025 NAWIC Sacramento Board of Directors
- President - Rena Goudey, AXA XL
- Vice President - Renee Loesch, Kitchell
- Treasurer - Juli Kawahata, Department of General Services
- Secretary - Jackie Soto, Department of General Services
Directors:
- Donna Huntingdale, Building RX
- Cintha Sullivan - Kitchell
- Jennifer Angst, Boyett Construction
- Roxana Cheah, SRBX
- Past President - Agata Krasniewska, Dome Construction
Committee Chairs:
- Membership Chair – Jennifer Angst, Boyett Construction
- PD&E Chair – Donna Huntingdale, Building RX
- WIC Week – Dona Lisa Buschmann, Bender Insurance Solutions
- Marketing Chair – Stepheni Dougan, DPR
NAWIC Sacramento Announces 2023-2024 Board of Directors
The Sacramento Chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction has voted in its new board of directors, paving the way for women in the construction industry. As the construction industry’s labor shortage intensifies, the number of women stepping into the industry has reached an all-time high. The number of women working in U.S. construction is just under 1.3 million this year, and women now make up a record 10.9% of the sector’s workforce. *
2023-2024 NAWIC’s national motto is “Keys to the future”, encouraging all to find out what is key to your place in the construction industry, and share your knowledge with others. Whether in the field or the office, “with over 6,000 members, we have the strength and the knowledge to get things done and shape our industry.”
Incoming President Rena Goudey believes "This will be our year of growth and learning! Can't wait to see what we accomplish!"
2023- 2024 NAWIC Sacramento Board of Directors
- President - Rena Goudey, AXA XL
- Vice President - Renee Loesch, Kitchell
- Past President - Sondra Friestad
- Treasurer - Jennifer Angst, Boyett Construction
- Secretary - Jackie Soto, Kitchell
Directors:
- Lisa Wilson – Bender Insurance Solutions
- Cintha Sullivan - Kitchell
- Cory Fisk – Construction Management Online
Committee Chairs:
- Membership Chair – Roxana Cheah, SRBX
- PD&E Chair – Donna Huntingdale, Building RX
- WIC Week – Dona Lisa Buschmann, Bender Insurance Solutions
- Marketing Chair – Stepheni Dougan, DPR
*Statistics of Women in Construction: Fixr Women In Construction Article, Published Feb. 2023
About NAWIC Sacramento:
NAWIC Sacramento Chapter 63 is an affiliate of the National Association of Women In Construction, an international non-profit association that promotes and supports the advancement and employment of women in the construction industry. Since its founding, NAWIC has grown to a membership of 5,500 women with more than 160 chapters. NAWIC also has International Affiliate Chapters in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. Visit https://nawicsacramento.com/
NAWIC Sacramento Announces 2022-2023 Board of Directors
The Sacramento Chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction has voted in its new board of directors, paving the way for women in the construction industry. As the construction industry’s labor shortage intensifies, the number of women stepping into the industry has reached an all-time high. The number of women working in U.S. construction hit 1 million this year for the first time, and women now make up a record 14.1% of the sector’s workforce. *
"NAWIC is all about breaking barriers and removing roadblocks,” says Agata Kwasniewski, NAWIC Sacramento’s outgoing President." This is a very exciting time for NAWIC Sacramento. Our success is a result of the teamwork of the board and its members. It’s been an absolute honor and pleasure to be a part of this growth, and we are just getting started."
2022-2023 NAWIC’s national motto is “Many paths, one mission” which unites all women working within the construction industry, whether in the field or the office, we work together to “strengthen and amplify the success of women in the construction industry”.
"NAWIC helps women take advantage of the opportunities in construction," says Sondra Friestad, incoming NAWIC Sacramento Chapter President. "Whether you want to embark on a new career, establish a networking base, be a mentor or mentee, make a difference in your community, continue your education, or invest in great friendships, NAWIC offers a variety of opportunities — large and small."
"Having a clear path carved out from past Chapter leadership, I am grateful and ready for the opportunity to challenge my comfort zone and step out to lead the NAWIC Sacramento Chapter this year and co-create with you! With the support of our members, board, sponsors, and donors, we will continue to break barriers and remove roadblocks for women in the construction industry."
2022- 2023 NAWIC Sacramento Board of Directors
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President: Sondra Friestad, CSI Construction
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President-Elect – Marsha Perry Taras, Roebbelen Contracting
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Vice President – Liz Romo, GLA Global Leadership Alliance
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Past President – Agata Krasniewska, Dome Construction
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Treasurer – Jennifer Angst, Boyett Construction
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Secretary – Karen Carr, The Boldt Company
Directors:
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Lisa Wilson – Bender Insurance Solutions
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Cintha Sullivan- Kitchell
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Karen Conrod – Herrero Builders
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Cory Fisk – Construction Management Online
Committee Chairs:
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Membership Chair – Roxana Cheah, SRBX
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PD&E Chair – Donna Huntingdale, Building RX
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WIC Week – Dona Lisa Buschmann, Bender Insurance Solutions
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Marketing Chair – Lindsey Rowe Parker, Rowe Fenestration
*Statistics of Women in Construction: Bloomberg Reports https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-08-16/construction-jobs-filled-by-women-in-record-numbers-amid-labor-shortage
About NAWIC Sacramento:
NAWIC Sacramento Chapter 63 is an affiliate of the National Association of Women In Construction, an international non-profit association that promotes and supports the advancement and employment of women in the construction industry. Since its founding, NAWIC has grown to a membership of 5,500 women with more than 160 chapters. NAWIC also has International Affiliate Chapters in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. Visit https://nawicsacramento.com/
NAWIC Future Leader of the Year 2022
Meet Future Leader of The Year- Maria Patchin
Project Quality Manager at Swinerton and NAWIC Sacramento Member
Maria is an accomplished Quality Assurance Engineer and Construction Quality Control Manager who uses her energy to encourage others to contribute to the construction industry as well as collaborate. Maria has contributed to NAWIC at national, regional and chapter level by participation in various committees such as Philanthropic, Emerging Professionals or Diversity and Inclusion. She is also a Board member of the NAWIC Sacramento chapter.
Maria Patchin has earned this nomination because she uniquely inspires those who work beside her. Maria is impacting the direction of the Construction Industry by actively developing new ways to get young people educated about the available opportunities within the industry. In addition, she leads partnering with Leaders in the Gateway apprentice programs. Maria has been ambitious and driven to get women the recognition they deserve. She encourages women to get beyond their comfort zone and face challenges within the construction industry, which makes her an effective leader.
Please join us in congratulating Maria on her fantastic accomplishment.
NAWIC Sacramento celebrates 60 years advocating for women in the construction industry.
“For 60 years NAWIC Sacramento has enhanced careers for women working within the construction industry,” says Agata Krasniewska, President of NAWIC Sacramento, DOME Construction. “Working with industry professionals made me recognize the value of building your own network and the importance of positive relationships. NAWIC helped me grow as a professional and gave me an opportunity to be in a leadership position.”
The focus of Women in Construction (WIC) Week is to highlight women as a viable component of the construction industry. WIC Week also provides an occasion for NAWIC’s thousands of members across the country to raise awareness of the opportunities available for women in the construction industry and to emphasize the growing role of women in the industry. It is also a time for local chapters to give back to their communities.
“The energy in our NAWIC Sacramento Chapter is terrific. Our 60th charter anniversary is coming up in March which makes WIC Week 2022 even more special,” says WIC Week Committee Chair Dona Lisa Buschmann, Bender Insurance Solutions. “This organization opens up networking opportunities not only at the chapter and regional level but also at the national and international levels. NAWIC Sacramento Chapter is an active supporter of various non-profits within our region, join us to grow your career, network, and have an impact on our community. We are excited to build our future together!”Construction professionals are encouraged to participate in various events during Women In Construction Week March 6-12th, 2022. To be inclusive and give everyone a chance to participate we are going to hold both virtual and in-person events, see the full list here: nawicsacramento.com/event/wic-week-2/
WIC Week Committee members:
Dona Lisa Buschmann, Bender Insurance Solutions
Brianna Falor, BOLDT Company
Liz Romo, GLA
Marsha Perry-Taras, Roebbelen Contracting, Inc.
Sondra Friestad, CSI Construction
Maria Patchin, R&S General Contractors
Lindsey Rowe Parker, Rowe Fenestration, Inc.
ABOUT NAWIC SACRAMENTO: NAWIC Sacramento is an affiliate of the National Association of Women In Construction, an international non-profit association that promotes and supports the advancement and employment of women in the construction industry. Since its founding, NAWIC has grown to a membership of 5,500 women with more than 160 chapters. NAWIC also has International Affiliate Chapters in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. Visit https://nawicsacramento.com/
