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PANEL: Beyond Hiring: Creating an Inclusive Culture that Retains Talent
The construction industry’s ability to thrive depends on more than technical expertise—it requires workplaces where people feel valued, respected, and motivated to stay. This panel will examine how inclusive cultures drive retention, innovation, and long-term success. Leaders will share practical strategies for embedding equity and belonging into daily operations, from job sites to boardrooms, and discuss how fostering inclusivity can help the industry attract and keep top talent.
The panel will be led by NAWIC Committee Member and Senior Architectural recruitment consultant Karen Rothwell, with an amazing panel of:
- Shadie Chahine, Associate Director | Co-founder and Co-chair of VIBE, WSP’s LGBTQ+ Network - WSP UK
- Karen Etornam Brese, Senior Programme Manager - AtkinsRéalis
- Gill Thomas, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Lead - Balfour Beatty
- Samantha McCabe, National Vice Chair - Women In Property UK, Sustainable Buildings Lead Scotland & Passive House Designer - WSP
- Clare Francis, Head of Recruitment - Willmott Dixon
Join us as we discuss practical approaches to building inclusive workplaces that not only draw top talent but also keep them engaged and committed for the long haul.