BBIA Professional Women in Building Council
Our Professional Women in Building leadership meetings are a wonderful place to network with the great women in our community! Looking forward to doing extraordinary things together!
Who We Are
Our Mission, Vision & Objectives
Vision:
Drive initiatives which empower a more diversified and inclusive construction workforce for women in the Florida Panhandle
Mission:
Build a foundation that breaks down barriers to entry for women in the construction industry and facilitate a solid support system of education, mentoring and networking opportunities
Key Objectives
Education:
- Technical construction skills training for women
- Construction management and/or “soft” skills training for women
- Other educational training needs which may help with the barrier to entry for women
Construction Pathway:
- Create a real pathway to move women into construction jobs
Women In Construction Support Line:
- Create a channel/hotline/support foundation for women in construction
Call to Action
To:
- Existing & New BBIA Members…both Men and Women
What:
- HELP US to help you to empower a more diversified and inclusive construction workforce in the Florida Panhandle
How:
- BY spreading the word to other women about this new organization in BBIA
Upcoming Events:
PWB Galentine's Day Mixer
Grab your girls (and your business cards!) and join us for a cozy evening of connection, conversation, and celebration at our 2026 BBIA PWB Galentine’s Day Mixer!
February 10, 2026
4:00–6:00 PM
Burgunbarrel
We’ll be gathering in the cozy wine bar for a relaxed night of networking, laughter, and female camaraderie—perfect for catching up with friends, meeting new faces, and building meaningful connections with women across our industry.
Sip. Connect. Celebrate.
Whether you’re a longtime PWB member or new to the group, this is the perfect way to toast friendship, community, and women supporting women.
PWB Partners with Habitat for Humanity Women Build Day
BBIA PWB Goes Pink for a Purpose!
The BBIA Professional Women in Building Committee is proud to roll up our sleeves and partner with Habitat for Humanity Women Build for an impactful day of building, giving back, and empowering women in our community.
Friday, March 6, 2026
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
New Habitat Village | Callaway
Women Build is about more than construction—it’s about strength, teamwork, and creating safe, affordable housing for families right here in Bay County. Whether you’re experienced on the jobsite or brand new to building, this is an incredible opportunity to make a difference together.
Girls play house. Women build them.
We invite our PWB members and friends to join us for this meaningful day of service and connection.
Interested in Learning More?
Call or email our Professional Women in Building Chair, Trisha Seelbinder at (716) 534-3025 trishaseelbinder@gmail.com