Six women from AISC-member fabricators and erectors are being recognized by the Steel Erectors Association of America (SEAA) as part of its 2025 Steel Strong Women in Construction campaign. They are among 17 total honorees, and all will be recognized during the SEAA Convention and Trade Show May 6-9 in Pittsburgh.
The six from AISC-member companies are:
- Marta Amador, vice president of Hodges Erectors, Inc.
- Kate Franquet, senior safety and risk manager at S&R Enterprises
- Gina Hardison, vice president of purchasing at Cooper Steel
- Teri Harmon, executive assistant at Deem Structural Services
- Abby Stinson, business unit manager-projects at Cooper Steel
- Audrey Terwilliger, ironworker and certified welder at Pioneer Construction
Candidates were evaluated on their professional achievements, contributions to the team, leadership or mentorship, community involvement, and personal qualities.
"Our goal with this project is to provide greater visibility to the career paths women are taking in steel construction," said Tammy Dean, Gardner-Watson Decking CFO and SEAA Marketing Committee member. "It was especially interesting to see the wide variety of roles these women are filling within the industry."
Added fellow marketing committee member John Hughes, the director of business development at Industrial Training International: "Each woman nominated is exceptional in her own right. Their stories of perseverance and accomplishments are inspiring."