WOMEN IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY CONFERENCE

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Monona Terrace
1 John Nolen Dr, Madison, WI

ABOUT

The Madison Area Builders Association, Milwaukee Metro Builders Association, and NARI of Madison have come together to host BuildX, a conference focusing on empowering women in the construction industry.

About

Speakers

KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Ronda Conger
Builder and Best Selling Author

CLOSING SPEAKER
Jackie Schneider
Senior Director with Kohler Co.

REGISTRATION FEES

Fees

$125/person -- Registration Fee before 1/31/2026

$150/person -- Registration Fee after 2/1/2026

$110/person -- Registration for 5+ people

$25/person -- Student Registration

NEW in 2026 -- Enjoy a wellness morning on Friday March 6th 8am at the Hilton Madison Monona Terrace. Enjoy a mindset and breathwork session with Kenzie Groh Coaching and a light breakfast. Free to attend with limited space—add “March 6 Wellness Morning” under Additional Items when registering for BuildX.

Schedule

LOCATION

Monona Terrace
1 John Nolen Dr Madison, WI

SCHEDULE-as of January 2026

REGISTRATION and VENDOR BOOTH VISITS
WELCOME

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

LUNCH

NETWORKING & VENDOR BOOTH VISITS
BREAKOUT SESSION #1

OPTION A: Unlocking Growth with AI:Tools, Trends & Tactics for the Modern Business with Lori Highby of Keystone Click
OPTION B: Design Trends/Cabinetry: Challenges Beyond the Blueprint with Linda Nitowski and Ryan Fillinger of Bliffert Lumber & Hardware
OPTION C: "Superwoman Syndrome" in a leadership frame with Krista Morrissey of CHOICES Coaching & Consulting
OPTION D: Power Networking Session

NETWORKING & VENDOR BOOTH VISITS
BREAKOUT SESSION #2

OPTION A: Unlocking Growth with AI:Tools, Trends & Tactics for the Modern Business with Lori Highby of Keystone Click
OPTION B: Building Beyond the Blueprint: Embracing the Mess to LEVEL UP with Meghann Dawson & Megan Paul
OPTION C: Find Your Tribe & Build Your Own Table – Standing out in a Male Dominated Industry with Elise Radawitz of Velocity Leader
OPTION D: Power Networking Session