National Institute for Construction Excellence (NICE)

Carpenters: Mid-America Carpenter's Regional Council - Senior Day
2026-02-17 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Mid-America Carpenter’s Regional Council, 8955 E 38 Terrace, Kansas City, MO, 64129, United States
Seniors visiting the Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council in Kansas City gain insight into careers in carpentry, millwork, and interior systems. They tour state-of-the-art training areas, talk to apprentices, and participate in hands-on activities. The visit introduces apprenticeship opportunities, emphasizes safety and precision, and showcases how carpenters build essential structures while earning wages and advancing their careers.

Women Who Build: Construction Pathway Day
2026-03-03 08:30 - 13:30 | KS
This event is a collaborative day between NICE, The Greater KC Chapter of National Association of Women in Construction, and Heartland Women in Trades to help inform and inspire the next generation of women in the construction industry during Women in Construction Week.
This is designed for young women grades 10-12 who are interested in careers in the construction field. This will allow them time to network with current tradeswomen and industry professionals who serve the construction industry. Learn insights from their experiences on what has made them successful and ask questions relevant to their and your experiences. Panel of tradeswomen, professional service providers, and project management staff in the construction field will provide career insights. Opportunities to network with peers and women in industry will be made possible.
Women Who Build: Pathway Day
8:30 – Registration/Arrival
8:45 – Opening Session
9:00 – Keynote Speaker
9:40 – Breakout Session 1
10:30 – Breakout Session 2
11:15 – Lunch and Tool Demonstrations
12:15 – Mentor Minutes (Small group discussions at lunch tables)
12:45 – Breakout Session 3
1:30 – Dismissal
