To be in a room full of strong, influential, inspirational, determined women who are all doing incredible things for our sector is mind blowing 🤯 and to finally meet some of the ladies you see and admire is quite something 🤩
We all know we need more diversity in the sector and evenings like this are so important to help recognise role models who can give the sector a different reputation, and showcase the amazing industry we are in, so they choose construction as a career.
We are super proud of Kelly to not only be named as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction but the Winner of the “Ally” Award. 👏🏼
Allies are important for several reasons. One crucial component involves using their influence to support inclusion and change.
As the floor in the hotel entrance hall says, “we do things differently here” and collaboratively we can do so much ✨

#top100wic #womeninconstruction #nationalfederationofbuilders #top100 #influentialwomen #influential #top100influencers #awardsevening #construction #ally #winner #finalist #diversity #inclusion #edi #collaboration #together #strongertogether #letsmakeachange

We have always admired the fantastic work that @bandofbuilders_ have done for years, helping tradespeople has always been the sole purpose of theirs, starting with home improvement projects to give back to less able workers, to now holding their annual “big brew” campaign that aims to get trades talking!

At the @designandbuilduk – Women in Construction Awards, Kelly was sat with Gavin Crane for the evening and WOW, what a guy! 🤩

Gavin told her about their next venture due to launch, BoB – which is a 24 hour free construction industry text support line for help and guidance. No appointments, no waiting times, just someone to talk to when you need it most. The service is completely confidential.

Text BOB to 85258.

With our reach within the industry, Kelly knew we could help, she knew we could make a difference and spread the message, so we have put this helpline across thousands of our 2023 merch to spread this important message. 🧡

#constructionindustry #mentalhealthmatters

Our new thermos flasks are perfect for those autumnal walks 🍁

#autumnvibes #autumn #thermosflask

“Ever walked into a room and felt like you have walked into the Lion’s Den?! 🦁
Me! 🙋🏻‍♀️ On Wednesday night, walking into the Ballroom where the LDC Top 50 Awards were being held – I certainly did.
With a heavily male biased room, all strong, successful businessmen turning over multi billion pounds, doing all these great things – I felt extremely out of place, as if I didn’t belong. You could say the imposter syndrome cloud, well and truly hovered over me!
So it was safe to say, I was completely stunned to receive this award!
Sometimes you have to take a moment to reflect on you, and not compare yourself to anyone else. Just remember, your success might look very different to someone else’s. 💫”  Kelly.

#ldctop50 #impostersyndrome #womeninbusiness

BEFORE. ⏩ DURING. ⏩ AFTER!
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A real cocktail of emotions all within a few hours of each other, the long drive to Birmingham filled with anticipation of the evening ahead, to the nerves and excitement whilst the award winners are announced to the overwhelming sense of pride for another award win and incredible recognition not only for Kelly, but the amazing team and the brand we have collectively built to achieve these successes! ✨

#LDCTop50

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. 🌎

Over two thirds of construction workers believe there is a stigma surrounding mental health which stops them talking about it. Construction is an industry that sees 2 workers take their lives every day.

We imagine this year more than ever, there could be some people struggling with everything the world is throwing at us.

So it is important to highlight the importance of mental health and wellbeing, not just today – but every day. 💙

Good luck to all the Quality Award Winners of the Eastern Region, wishing you all the best for the Seal of Excellence and Regional Awards tonight!

We know all the hard work and extra effort you have put in for these awards, we are rooting for you! 👊🏼

#NHBCPIJ

WOW! 🤩 Kelly has been named as a One To Watch in The LDC Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Leaders programme for 2022 supported by The Times! 🤯​​​​​​​​
​​​​​​​​The “Ones to Watch” are the business leaders destined for great things. Those who are making waves in their sectors, having a positive impact on their customers and employees, and who are the driving force behind tomorrow’s most successful businesses and don’t we know that this sums our pocket rocket up to a tee! 🚀​​​​​​​​
​​​​​​​​We are excited for the road trip to Birmingham, come on KC bring it home! 🤞🏼
#LDCTop50

One of the greatest things with events like these, is you never know who you are going to meet, what stories and experiences you will hear, what you will learn and the little gems of inspiration you can take away…

Not to mention you get to hang out with this lovely lot! 😜💗

Gen-E-Networking

#networking #generatione #thenextgeneration