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:
BBIA PWB Goes Wild for a Purpose! 🦌🌿
The BBIA Professional Women in Building Council is proud to host the 2nd Annual Bill Black Wild Game Luncheon—an afternoon of great food, fellowship, and fundraising, all while supporting women pursuing education and careers in the building industry.
📅 Friday, September 18, 2026
⏰ 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Captain Anderson’s Event Center | Panama City Beach
Named in memory of beloved BBIA member Bill Black, this special event carries on his legacy of bringing people together, giving back, and supporting causes that make a difference in our community.
Guests can look forward to a wild game culinary experience, full bar, , silent auction, raffles, and plenty of fun!
But the heart of this event is its purpose: raising money to fund scholarships to empower the next generation of women in the building industry.
Building women. Building futures. Building our industry. 💚
We invite our BBIA members, industry partners, and friends throughout the community to join us as we celebrate Bill’s legacy and help create opportunities for women in construction.
🎟️ Tickets are $100 per person, and sponsorship opportunities are available.
Come hungry. Come ready to have fun. Come ready to make a difference.
Interested in Learning More?
Call or email our Professional Women in Building Chair, Trisha Seelbinder at (716) 534-3025 trishaseelbinder@gmail.com