Nontraditional Employment for Women

We are proud to celebrate Dan Finnegan of Structure Tone, one of NEW's 2026 Equity Leadership Award honorees, whose leadership and commitment to advancing opportunities in the construction industry continue to make a lasting impact. Dan's support of NEW reflects a shared commitment to creating more equitable pathways into the skilled trades and empowering the next generation of tradeswomen. Through partnerships with industry leaders like Dan, we continue to expand opportunities and build a stronger, more inclusive workforce. Thank you, Dan, for your continued partnership and for championing NEW's mission. Watch his honoree video from the 2026 Equity Leadership Awards Luncheon below. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gcnVmStX #WomenInConstruction #SkilledTrades #WorkforceDevelopment #ConstructionIndustry #EquityLeadership #NontraditionalEmploymentForWomen #NEWStrongWomen

Nontraditional Employment for Women (NEW) is proud to be one of the three grantees of the Acquis Foundation's inaugural grant program. Thank you, Acquis Consulting Group and the Acquis Foundation, for your commitment to education, workforce training, and opportunity, and for enabling us to expand opportunities for women in the skilled construction, utility, and maintenance trades.

We are proud to celebrate Olivia Walsh, NEW's 2026 Tradeswoman of the Year, whose leadership, dedication, and commitment to the skilled trades continue to inspire others across the industry. Olivia's story reflects the skill, resilience, and passion that women bring to the trades every day. Her journey serves as an inspiration to those considering a career in construction and trades and to everyone working to build a stronger industry for the future. Thank you, Olivia, for sharing your story and for being such a strong champion for women in the trades. Watch her Tradeswoman of the Year video from the 2026 Equity Leadership Awards Luncheon below. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ds2KdZST   #WomenInConstruction #SkilledTrades #Tradeswomen #WorkforceDevelopment #NontraditionalEmploymentForWomen #NEWStrongWomen

As always, had an excellent time with my friends at Autodesk supporting Nontraditional Employment for Women Annual Luncheon. Thank you again Christine Frey for inviting me out again this year! Such an inspiring afternoon celebrating the achievements of Women in the Trades.

TEI Group was proud to attend and support the Nontraditional Employment for Women 2026 Equity Leadership Awards Luncheon last week, supporting strong women in skilled trades as they continue to build the future. New York as a whole benefits from NEW as it creates pathways to jobs in critical infrastructure fields, including the elevator industry. Operating since 1978, NEW has served thousands, impacting millions. Together, we will continue to uplift women in our industry, creating a safe, healthy environment for all. #TEI #TEIGroup #Elevators #ElevatorIndustry #NontraditionalEmployment #HardHats #BlueCollarWomen Mark Gregorio Michael J. Staub

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported NEW’s 2026 Equity Leadership Awards Luncheon. Your presence, generosity, and commitment to our mission help create pathways to economic independence and opportunity for women entering and advancing in the skilled trades. We are especially grateful to our distinguished honorees—Olivia Walsh of UA Local 1, Dan Finnegan of Structure Tone, Ray Quartararo of JPMorgan Chase, and Wendy Webb of Laborers’ Local 79—for your exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing equity, inclusion, and opportunity across our industry. Special thanks to our Luncheon Co-Chairs Susan Clamage, RA, LEED AP and Nicola Heryet for helping make this event a great success. We also want to thank Julie A. Su, NYC Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice, and Julie Menin, NYC Council Speaker, for delivering remarks at the event. A heartfelt thank you to all of our sponsors whose support makes this work possible. We are especially grateful to our Official Sponsor, DEWALT, for their continued partnership and investment in creating opportunities for women in the trades. Together, we are building a stronger, more equitable future for the next generation of tradeswomen. Images by Diane Bondareff.

NEW’s 2026 Equity Leadership Awards Luncheon is almost here! Tomorrow, Thursday, June 4, we’ll celebrate remarkable leaders who are helping build a more equitable future for women in the trades and beyond. We’re especially excited to honor Olivia Walsh, our 2026 Tradeswoman of the Year, whose dedication, leadership, and commitment to uplifting the next generation of tradeswomen continue to make a lasting impact. Join us as we celebrate Olivia and all of this year’s incredible honorees. A limited number of tickets is available. Can’t attend? Give a tax-deductible contribution and support our tradeswomen today. https://lnkd.in/gD4hrhd4 #EquityLuncheon2026 #Tradeswomen #WomenInConstruction #BuildingEquity #NEWStrongWomen 

We’re proud to honor Dan Finnegan at Nontraditional Employment for Women’s 2026 Equity Leadership Awards Luncheon on June 4th. As Executive Vice President and New York Business Unit Leader at Structure Tone, Dan has spent his career building more than projects—he has helped build pathways to opportunity through mentorship, workforce development, and a commitment to growing the next generation of industry leaders. Join us at the Luncheon as we celebrate Dan and other champions of equity and opportunity in the construction industry. Proceeds from the event will help NEW nurture the next generation of tradeswomen. A limited number of tickets are still available; buy yours and support our tradeswomen today: https://lnkd.in/gD4hrhd4