NAWIC STL Member Wins National Awards
Congratulations to STL Member Amber Trout for receiving multiple awards at the NAWIC National Conference in August 2026. Amber serves at the membership chair for the STL chapter.
Amber received the "Member Strong Recognition" award, which is presented to members who have made a meaningful impact on the association and the construction industry through leadership, mentorship, and advocacy. Recipients demonstrate influence within NAWIC as well as the broader construction community. NAWIC recognizes to to 20 members nationally each year.
Amber was named as the 2026 National recipient of the "Future Leader of the Year" award which is given to a member within their first two years of membership and who has demonstrated exceptional involvement, emerging leadership, and commitment to advancing NAWIC and the construction industry. Selection considers participation, initiative, contributions to the member's chapter and dedication to professional growth.
Amber's company, IMPACT Strategies, was named as the 2026 National Winner of the "Safety Excellence in the field of General Contractor" award. This award recognizes member companies that have established exemplary safety and health programs, and made safety an ingrained part of their company culture. Entries are evaluated on leadership commitment, documented safety practices, employee training and engagement, measurable safety performance and continued innovation.
Congratulations to Amber Trout for her well-deserved national recognition!
Amber received the "Member Strong Recognition" award, which is presented to members who have made a meaningful impact on the association and the construction industry through leadership, mentorship, and advocacy. Recipients demonstrate influence within NAWIC as well as the broader construction community. NAWIC recognizes to to 20 members nationally each year.
Amber was named as the 2026 National recipient of the "Future Leader of the Year" award which is given to a member within their first two years of membership and who has demonstrated exceptional involvement, emerging leadership, and commitment to advancing NAWIC and the construction industry. Selection considers participation, initiative, contributions to the member's chapter and dedication to professional growth.
Amber's company, IMPACT Strategies, was named as the 2026 National Winner of the "Safety Excellence in the field of General Contractor" award. This award recognizes member companies that have established exemplary safety and health programs, and made safety an ingrained part of their company culture. Entries are evaluated on leadership commitment, documented safety practices, employee training and engagement, measurable safety performance and continued innovation.
Congratulations to Amber Trout for her well-deserved national recognition!
Wonder Woman - Stephanie Anderson
Our very own 2026 St. Louis Chapter President, Stephanie Anderson, was featured in the May issue of St. Louis Small Business Monthly! Stephanie was chosen as one of this years "Wonder Women." This small, chosen group highlights outstanding female professional leaders that use their influence to help others while steering organizations and causes that improve local culture and economy.
Read the online publication here!
https://lnkd.in/gJFRr9n8
#NAWIC #WomenInConstruction #NAWICSTL #LocalLeaders
Read the online publication here!
https://lnkd.in/gJFRr9n8
#NAWIC #WomenInConstruction #NAWICSTL #LocalLeaders
Congratulations to STL Member Amber Trout of IMPACT Strategies, Inc.!
Amber was recently selected for the NAWIC Midwest Spring Forum winner of the "Connector & Community" Award. This award celebrates members who strengthen engagement, inclusion, and professional networks across chapters and stakeholders. In order to be eligible, Amber had to provide examples of how she has built inclusion and engagement within the organization, describe key relationships built across chapters, industries, or stakeholders and how those relationships create value. Additionally, Amber had to detail measurable outcomes and provide examples.
Congratulations Amber!
Congratulations Amber!
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Congratulations to STL Member Julia Yank of Taylor Roofing!
Julia was recently selected as part of Team Scott's 2027 Class of Honorary Commanders - a group of just 20 community leaders chose from across the St. Louis metropolitan region. The Honorary Commander Program offers a two-year, in-depth look at the missions, programs, and people of Scott Air Force Base, pairing each honorary command with a military counterpart to build strong relationships and direct engagement with base units. Julia's select reflects her leadership, community involvement, and commitment to strengthening the bond between local businesses and our military partners.
For more information, check out the LinkedIn post from Taylor Roofing:
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7421612932502986752/
For more information, check out the LinkedIn post from Taylor Roofing:
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7421612932502986752/
Photo credit: Airman 1st Class Izcalli X Martinez - LinkedIn Jan 2026
Updated 09.10.26
