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\n\nOne-Part Information Session: BWiC and CFDI are thrilled to host their 5th open house\, welcoming all members of the AEC (Architecture\, Engineering\, and Construction) industry interested in contributing as BWiC or CFDI volunteers. During the event\, you'\;ll have the opportunity to learn firsthand from our BWiC and CFDI representatives about the numerous opportunities\, expectations\, and benefits of becoming a volunteer or committee member.
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\n\nOne- Part Learning Opportunity: Stay tuned for more information on the guest speakers who will share their insights and experiences in championing diversity\, equity\, and inclusion in our industry. \;
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We are thrilled to announce our very special guest \;speaker \;President and CEO\, \;Aisha Francis\, PhD\, became the first female President in the more than 100-year history of Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology in July 2021. Previously the college'\;s Chief Executive Officer\, Dr. Francis oversees the day-to-day operations of the college and plays a critical role in advancing its mission.
\n\nDr. Francis is an award-winning nonprofit leader and educator with broad experience in strategic planning\, philanthropy\, board relations\, marketing\, and communications. She believes in the ability of effective organizations and well-supported individuals to transform underserved communities for the better\, which is her life&rsquo\;s work. She enjoys serving as a strategist and implementing dynamic new programs at best-in-class organizations that improve access to and equity of educational and economic opportunities.
\n\nIn her previous role as the college&rsquo\;s Chief of Staff\, Dr. Francis built the college&rsquo\;s network of supporters through external and government relations and oversaw selected aspects of administrative operations. Prior to joining the college\, she served as the Managing Director of Development for Harvard Medical School\, raising funds to support medical student scholarships as well as diversity and inclusion programs. She previously spearheaded marketing and fundraising for Economic Mobility Pathways and held leadership positions at the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation and Boston Medical Center.
\n\nHer background is in academia and she began her career as a college educator of English Literature and Women&rsquo\;s Studies. Dr. Francis has published original scholarship in these areas of study and pens opinion pieces and offers commentary on matters relevant to higher education.
\n\nRecognized by the Boston Business Journal as a 40 Under 40 leader to watch and by the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce with a 2023 Pinnacle Award\, Dr. Francis contributes to the civic health of Boston through volunteer work and advocacy. In 2021\, Dr. Francis was appointed to the board of directors at Massachusetts Clean Energy Center\, the state agency dedicated to the growth of the clean energy sector in MA\, and to the board of directors for Boston public radio station WBUR. She is currently an independent director of Sunwealth and serves on the Advisory Boards of the Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) and New England Women in Energy (NEWIE).
\n\nDr. Francis resides in Hyde Park with her husband and two young children. Originally from Nashville\, TN\, she completed her undergraduate education at Fisk University\, then earned a masters and doctorate in English Literature from Vanderbilt University.
\n\n(Photo credit Vanessa Leroy)
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\nAll-Parts Fun: \;Come network with other allies and peers and in addition as a token of our appreciation for your interest and participation\, we will hold a free raffle with exciting prizes open to all attendees.
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\n\nRegistration:
\n\nRegistration for this informative open house is absolutely free! Join us to explore how you can actively contribute to creating a more diverse\, equitable\, and inclusive construction community.
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\nSave the Date:
Mark your calendars and watch for more details coming soon. We look forward to welcoming you and providing valuable insights into the impactful work of BWiC and CFDI. Together\, we can drive positive change and make a difference in the construction industry.
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\nJoin us in our commitment to advancing diversity\, equity\, and inclusion in the AEC industry. Be part of the solution. Be part of the movement. We can'\;t wait to see you there!
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\nFor Questions or More Information:
Please contact Lisa Frisbie at frisbie@agcmass.org for any inquiries or further details.
\n\nAGC MA Construction inclusion Week Events
\nConstruction Inclusion Week is the first effort to harness the collective power of general contractors\, specialty contractors\, subcontractors\, and suppliers. This week aims to build awareness of the need to improve diversity and inclusion in the construction industry by providing content and resources.
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\nBelow you'\;ll find a number of different events AGC MA is hosting during Construction Inclusion Week to help build awareness and improve diversity in the industry.
OTHER CIW EVENTS
\n\n| Diversity Summit \n 2024 | \n The Benefits of \n Psychological Safety \n to the Construction Industry | \n DEI: \n Respecting Other People&rsquo\;s \n Model of the World | \n The City of \n Neighborhoods Series: \n Franklin Cummings Tech | \n \n Stand Down | \n
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| \n Oct 15\, 2024 \n\n 2:00PM - 6:00PM \n\n Bentley University \n \n Register Here | \n Oct 16\, 2024 \n 12:00PM - 12:30PM \n Webinar \n \n Register Here | \n Oct 17 &\; 18\, 2024 \n 9:00 - 11:30AM \n AGC MA \n \n Register Here | \n Oct 17\, 2024 \n 5:00PM - 7:00PM \; \n Franklin Cummings Tech \n \n Register Here | \n Oct 18\, 2024 \n 9:00AM - 10:00AM \; \n Boston College High School \; \n \n Register Here | \n