Summer is upon us, and we’re back with more inspiring stories of women doing incredible things in the world of construction! We are getting closer to the upcoming Women in Residential Construction Conference, running for two virtual half days on Sept. 29 and 30. It is an online event and free to attend. Registration is opening up soon, so be sure to head to the website and click “notify me!” to secure your spot early!

In this issue, we’re introducing the Women in Residential Construction Mentor Matchup program and taking a look at why more construction companies are moving towards hybrid work models. On the newest edition of the Women at WIRC podcast, we talk with Gena Hoyt from Big Dog Construction in New Brunswick, Canada, about the importance of building science education and how she uses her platform to promote it.

Also, be sure to check out our discussion with the Minneapolis-based “remodelists” at Elea Healy, Susi Strothman and Tamatha Miller, about how they create a culture of inclusion and belonging for all of their clients and employees.

—Tyler Rhyan, associate editor, on behalf of the WIRC editorial team