TRADESWORKER LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

 

Oregon Tradeswomen Women Empowerment Conference focusing on trades, construction, and leadership opportunities for women in skilled trades.

Since 2007, our community of 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 14, 2026

9:00 am - 3:30 pm

LiUNA Local 737

17230 NE Sacramento St
Portland, OR 97230

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

Oregon Tradeswomen logo featuring a green outline of Oregon with tools representing women in skilled trades.

Platinum Sponsors

 

Gold Sponsors

Oregon Tradeswomen empowering women in trades through education, mentorship, and workforce development, promoting gender equality and career success.

 

Silver Sponsors

Energetic Oregon Tradeswomen representing women in construction trades, with a focus on workforce development, diversity, and empowering women in Oregon's skilled trades.

Mortenson Construction logo featuring blue, black, and white geometric shapes representing construction and industry, emphasizing company's expertise in building infrastructure and commercial projects.

NECA IBEW Oregon Columbia Local 48 electrical industry union logos, representing skilled electrical workers and tradeswomen in Oregon and Columbia, supporting diversity and professional development.

Bronze Sponsors

Skilled women working on construction site promoting diversity in the trades.

Pence Kelly Concrete logo on construction site, showcasing female tradeswomen participation and diversity in the skilled trades in Oregon.