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Nominations for the 2025 Women in Construction Spotlight now open!

The 2025 Women in Construction Spotlight in the New York Real Estate Journal is set for release on February 25th, in honor of Women in Construction Week (March 2-8). This special issue will spotlight the incredible women and women-owned firms making a lasting impact across the New York A/E/C industry.

Two Ways to Participate:

1. Recognize a Woman from Your Firm
Nominate one woman from your firm to participate by filling out a Q&A profile form. All submitted profiles will be published online and in print/digital format where space allows.

2. NEW! Feature Package for Women-Owned A/E/C Firms
We’re excited to introduce a new opportunity for women-owned A/E/C firms to showcase their achievements and leadership in the industry. This exclusive package allows your firm to be featured in a Q&A-style editorial piece that will highlight your journey, key milestones, leadership philosophy, and the impact of your work. It offers a platform for you to share your firm's story, challenges, and successes, while also inspiring the next generation of women in the industry.

Deadlines:

  • Profile Q&A Form Submissions: February 7th 
  • Women-Owned Firm Profile Submissions: February 11th 
  • Ad Deadlines: February 14th 

Click here to see last year's Women in Construction issue.  

If you have any questions or would like to get started, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We look forward to celebrating the amazing women at your firm and showcasing their impact on the New York A/E/C industry!

Contact Kristine Wolf or your account manager to request the Q & A form today! [email protected]

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