JobTread Women's Summit Schedule

Start your day off right with a warm welcome, breakfast, and a chance to meet fellow attendees.

Prepare for a full day of learning and inspiration with an energizing conference kickoff and introductions to other attendees.

Heather Capps spent decades building a top-ranked Texas marketing and PR agency. Her success was guided by the idea that a brand should be a direct extension of the person leading it. In an era where audiences can spot a cookie-cutter market presence from a mile away, authentic human connection is the differentiator that moves the needle. In this keynote, Heather uses her extensive experience to unpack real case studies of companies that constructed their entire brand around a leader's core identity and values. Then she'll turn the lens on her own leadership, sharing how she's built a culture that reflects her core beliefs and in turn guides how her team operates day to day. Attendees will leave with a framework for identifying their own personal brand and translating that into clear, actionable strategies.

Step away for a few minutes to recharge, and catch up with the women you've met before we dive back in.

Most leadership styles aren't chosen. They're inherited from a prior boss, forced out by a crisis, or built accidentally using whatever worked at the time. The women on this panel are different. Each of these business owners practices a highly intentional form of leadership guided by clear benchmarks for success. This engaging and candid discussion will reveal the different approaches used by these leaders to create high performing teams. You’ll learn how they set the standard for communication, and strategies around giving feedback, especially when there’s tension. Panelists will also share insights on setting priorities for the company and keys to inspiring people to take ownership of their work.

Enjoy a hearty lunch and pick up practical ideas from two industry experts on topics that can help you run a stronger, more profitable business.

Strong leadership starts with clear expectations. In this practical Lunch & Learn, Karalynn Cromeens will break down how contractors can use their contracts, documentation, and change-order processes to protect their businesses before problems arise. Attendees will learn what they should understand before signing a contract, how to establish stronger boundaries around scope and payment, and why clear documentation is essential to protecting profit. Karalynn will also share insights for women in leadership on confidently setting expectations, asking the right questions, and leading without apologizing for protecting the businesses they’ve worked hard to build.

Being the person everyone needs can feel like proof that you’re a great leader. But when every important question, decision, and problem eventually finds its way back to you, your company can only grow as far as your personal capacity allows. In this session, Danielle Russell challenges the idea that a leader’s value comes from being indispensable. She’ll share how to recognize where you’ve unintentionally become the gatekeeper, transfer judgment instead of simply delegating tasks, and develop people who can make confident decisions without waiting for you. Because getting the owner out of sales or production is only part of building a scalable construction company. Your leaders can become bottlenecks, too. The goal isn’t to make yourself less valuable. It’s to build more people who can create value without you.

Take a quick breather to stretch your legs, refill your coffee, and connect with fellow attendees before the next session.

Your greatest leadership potential starts with understanding what you naturally do best. In this interactive workshop, you’ll explore your Top 5 CliftonStrengths® and learn how to use them more intentionally to build confidence, strengthen relationships, and grow your influence in the construction industry. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your unique leadership strengths and practical ways to put them into action.

Success at work isn’t just about what you know. It’s about who knows you, trusts you, advocates for you, and helps you grow. In The 8 Relationships You Need at Work, Rachel B. Simon introduces the eight critical relationships that can shape your career. Participants will learn how to identify the relationships they already have, recognize the gaps in their network, and intentionally build authentic connections that improve collaboration, increase visibility, and open doors. In a workplace increasingly shaped by AI, remote work, and constant change, relationships aren’t an extra. They’re part of the job.

Pick the topics that matter most to your business and join a moderated small-group conversation with other professionals who are working through the same challenges.

Wrap up the day with final takeaways and a clear plan for putting what you learned into action.

Raise a glass with the women you met today and turn new connections into lasting relationships that support you long after the summit ends.