TRADESWORKER LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Since 2007, our community of non-traditional tradesworkers has come together at Oregon Tradeswomen’s annual Tradesworker Leadership Institute (TLI) with the goal of advancing their careers. Oregon Tradeswomen staff design this event to highlight growth and leadership opportunities such as success in apprenticeship, getting involved in your Union, public policy and advocacy, and general career advancement.
Join us for a day of workshops designed to support your career in the trades. Improve your communication skills, learn how to build a solid support network, get tips on how to take care of your mental health, create change by getting involved in local politics, build resilience, and feel more prepared for hard times whether it be from layoffs or other circumstances. No matter where you are in your career, there will be something for you to learn at the Tradesworker Leadership Institute!
Saturday, November 15, 2025
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Sheet Metal Institute
2379 NE 178th Ave
Portland OR 97230
Oregon Tradeswomen is offering reduced-price tickets to tradesworkers in need.
Please select the ticket price that best reflects your level of need when checking out.
Event Schedule
9:00am - 9:30am : Registration, Coffee, and Networking
9:40am - 10:10am : Small Group Discussion: Affinity Groups & Biggest Challenges
10:15am - 11:30am : Workshop Session 1 - Choose Your Session:
- Creating Your Support Network in the Trades: The First Two Years
- Finding Your Voice" Getting Involved in Politics to Create Change
- Strong Minds, Strong Bodies: Mental Health & Well-Being for Tradesworkers
12:05pm - 12:45pm : Group Photo and Lunch
12:45pm - 2:00pm : Workshop Session 2 - Choose Your Session:
- Building Your Communication Skills: Finding Common Ground in Construction
- Navigating Hard Times in the Trades: Preparing for Layoffs and Building Resilience
- Strong Minds, Strong Bodies: Mental Health & Well-Being for Tradesworkers
2:20pm - 3:05pm : Small Group Discussion: Affinity Groups and Continuing the Discussion
3:30pm - 5:00pm : After Party hosted by Danner at the Factory Store (12021 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR)
TLI After Party Hosted by Danner
Our friends at Danner are hosting an after-party as soon as TLI wraps up, so you can network and keep the conversations going even after the event is over! Snacks and beverages will be provided, as well as an opportunity to try on Danner boots and shop special deals in store!
Danner Factory Store
12021 NE Airport Way, Ste B
Portland, OR 97220
Requests for Accommodations
Are you in need of accommodations for this event?
Please send email or call Kim Neel, Retention Services Coordinator:
kim@oregontradeswomen.org
503.465.4825
Sponsor the Tradesworker Leadership Institute
By sponsoring the Tradesworker Leadership Institute, you are supporting the professional development of tradesworkers in our region.
Pledge your support at the following Sponsorship Levels:
Bronze Sponsorship: $500
Comes with 2 General Admissions
Silver Sponsorship: $1,000
Comes with 4 General Admissions
Gold Sponsorship: $2,500
Comes with 8 General Admissions
Platinum Sponsorship: $5,000
Comes with 16 General Admissions
Reach out to Nami Bigos at nami@oregontradeswomen.org or 503.449.3315 to get started.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship opportunities are available from $500 – $5,000.
Please contact:
Nami Bigos, Deputy Director
nami@oregontradeswomen.org
Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
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