Rio Grande Valley Builders Association
Professional Women in Building Council
Uniting and supporting women in the construction industry and in the communities we serve.
The Rio Grande Valley Builders Association’s Professional Women in Building Council is the voice of women in the building industry, dedicated to promoting industry professionalism and supporting our members by offering networking and educational opportunities, legislative awareness and outreach, and professional and personal development.
In pursuit of this objective, the Council may:
Develop and provide professional development resources
Encourage career development within the industry
Promote and support active involvement in the political and legislative process
Promote and support community involvement
Provide recognition of member industry achievement
Provide resource information and support for our members
MEMBERSHIP
Any Builder or Associate of the RGVBA in good standing, or designated employees of such members, shall be eligible to individually join or renew as a member of the Council.
DUES
Annual dues in the amount of $150 are required to become an official voting member of the RGVBA’s Professional Women in Building Council.
GOVERNANCE
The PWB Council will follow and be subject to current by-laws adopted by the RGVBA.
Professional Women in Building Council Leadership
NAHB Affiliated PWB Council Benefits
Industry data show company earnings of PWB members are 22% higher than those of non-members. PWB members attribute much of their success to the support they receive from peer members, in addition to receiving exclusive access to professional development resources and participating in forums that hone leadership skills. Plus, the national recognition they attain through the largest network of residential construction professionals also gives them a competitive edge. Other benefits include:
Publications — Building Women magazine is published annually and includes relevant and timely editorial that promotes, enhances and supports home building and women within the industry. Also, PWB council members get an additional 10% off the member price of every item at BuilderBooks, the publishing arm of NAHB where you can find valuable publications specifically created to help you streamline your business operations
Awards and Recognition — The NAHB Professional Women in Building/National Housing Endowment scholarship fund encourages PWB members and women in the industry to further their education, training and professional development in housing-related programs. Additionally. PWB celebrates local council and individual leadership through their annual awards programs.
Networking — During the annual International Builders’ Show (IBS) the PWB Headquarters facilitates one of the best opportunities for PWB members to network and access a variety of resources that support and promote women in the industry. Throughout IBS, thought leaders, executives and industry experts come together in the PWB Headquarters to focus on women’s leadership abilities and perspectives that help advance the industry.
Promotional Events — PWB Week is an annual Federation-wide occasion that sets aside one week in September to celebrate the contributions of women in the residential construction industry. The PWB Week toolkit is available to members year-round at nahb.org/pwbweek and provides ideas for celebrating and promoting the influence of women in the industry.
Source: NAHB
The Rio Grande Valley Builder's Association encompasses Hidalgo and Starr Counties.
We educate and promote the housing and building industry, serving our community and our industry professionals.
