Be the Voice of Change in the Construction Industry
The Women in Construction SHE Talks Mini Conference 2025 is more than an event, it’s a platform built to amplify the voices of women in construction and the skilled trades. We are seeking bold, insightful speakers ready to share their journeys, challenges, and solutions in navigating and transforming a traditionally male-dominated industry.
Whether you’re on the job site, in the office, or building your own business, your story matters. By speaking at this event, you’ll be inspiring the next generation, spotlighting innovative ideas, and contributing to a broader mission to reshape the future of the construction workforce.
This is your opportunity to stand up, speak out, and be part of a movement that is shifting the narrative and creating space for women to lead.
Take the stage. Share your story. Help us pave the way forward.
Why Speak at Women In Construction SHE Talks
Help shine a spotlight on women thriving in male-dominated industries
Contribute to important conversations around labor shortages and the future of the construction workforce
Position yourself as a thought leader and changemaker in your field
Expand your reach and visibility through a nationally recognized platform
Join a powerful community of women who are breaking barriers and leading with purpose
Empower the next generation of women in construction and trades through your voice and experience
Be part of a mission-driven event that values impact, authenticity, and transformation
What is SHE Talks?
What is SHE Talks
SHE Talks is more than a speaking platform. It is a global movement created to elevate, empower, and amplify women’s voices across every industry and walk of life. Founded by Dr. Julie Ducharme, SHE Talks was born from the belief that when women rise and share their stories, they don’t just inspire. They create change.
At its core, SHE Talks is a space for women to speak boldly, authentically, and unapologetically. It is a stage where personal stories of resilience, leadership, innovation, and transformation ignite powerful conversations and ripple into real-world impact. From corporate boardrooms to construction sites, from classrooms to creative spaces, SHE Talks is building a community where women's experiences are not only heard. They are celebrated and respected.
Each SHE Talks event is designed to spark action, foster connection, and cultivate leadership. Whether you are stepping onto the stage or sitting in the audience, you are part of a mission to break down barriers, build each other up, and champion the next generation of women leaders.
When women share their stories, we all rise.
Meet Your Host: Shelby Jo Long
Shelby Jo Long is a dynamic force in business, communication, and leadership, and the powerhouse host of the SHE Talks Mini: Women in Construction event. As Senior Vice President at the Strategic Advisor Board, Shelby helps visionaries develop bold brand strategies and build thriving businesses from the ground up.
A four-time international best selling author, international speaker, and executive coach, Shelby works closely with CEOs, professional athletes, and influencers to amplify their presence and impact. Her signature book,
I See Your Genius: Transform Your Idea into Income, has empowered countless entrepreneurs to bring their ideas to life through actionable and scalable strategies.
Shelby is also the CEO of Business Dynamics where she supports thought leaders in creating infrastructure and visibility around their expertise. She blends real world strategy with academic insight as a tenured professor of business communication, guiding leaders to speak with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
At SHE Talks Women in Construction, Shelby brings her passion for empowering women, her strategic mindset, and her unmatched ability to hold space for transformational storytelling. She is not just a host. She is a catalyst for growth, helping women step into their genius and lead with impact.