The Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2024 is a prestigious event hosted by the National Federation of Builders (NFB) to celebrate and recognise the achievements of women in the construction industry. Now in its third year, the awards continue to spotlight women who have made significant contributions across various roles in the sector. The event was hosted at the Burlington Hotel in Birmingham, with Katherine Evans recognised as Most Influential Overall, leading a group of incredible nominees.
With sponsorship from prominent organisations, the event spotlighted Local Heroes who have made exceptional regional impacts.
- East of England: Suzanne Moss (sponsored by Construction Anglia)
- Midlands: Kayleigh Merritt (NFB Birmingham Association)
- Wales: Katherine Evans (City and Guilds)
- Scotland: Emily Carr (Scottish Building Federation)
- North East: Denise Cherry (Northern Counties Builders Federation)
- North West: Melissa Fazackerley (National Federation of Builders)
- Northern Ireland: Melanie Dawson (ScaffEx)
- South East: Chloe Xidhas (SY Limited)
- South West: Danielle Haskings (South West Builders Federation)
The awards also highlighted key Influencers and Allies, who champion diversity and progress in construction:
- Woman on the Tools: Nettie Taylor (Crosby Associates)
- One to Watch: Kynleigh Parker (The Bletchley Group)
- Contractor Influencer: Carolyn Jay (Citation)
- Designer Influencer: Sam May
- Client Influencer: Liz McDermott
- Most Influential Overall: Katherine Evans (CITB)
Several individuals were recognised for their support as Allies, including Alice Brookes, Claire Brown, Clare Yelland, Gail Farley, Jason Newton, Joanna Strahan, Lade Ogunlaja, Magdalena Stefanick, Tony O’Sullivan, Kelly Cartwright, each acknowledged for their pivotal roles in advancing the construction sector.
Special recognition went to Danny Clarke as the Beacon of Empowerment, celebrating his extraordinary work in supporting women within the industry.
The event showcased the sector’s diversity, recognising both the extraordinary work of individuals and collective progress, fostering an environment of growth, inclusivity, and collaboration.
