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EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 16 MIN

Ep 97 - Women building the future: Kirsty Hopewell,President of NAWIC, on visibility and change in construction

from Master Builders Elevate: Building a Better Business · host Ryan Castle

In this special Women’s Month episode of the Elevate Podcast, Kirsty Hopewell, President of NAWIC New Zealand and Senior Quantity Surveyor at Naylor Love, joins the conversation to reflect on 30 years of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) and the powerful “30 Stories for 30 Years” campaign. Kirsty shares her own journey into construction, what drew her to the industry, and how NAWIC has created connection, visibility and support for women across Aotearoa New Zealand.Together, they explore the progress women have made in construction over the past three decades, the importance of mentorship and role models, and why greater visibility still matters. Kirsty also speaks about the value of diverse thinking on-site and in leadership, and why construction offers exciting pathways for the next generation of women. This is an inspiring Women’s Month conversation about representation, opportunity, and building a more inclusive future for the industry.Useful links:NAWIC New Zealand 30 Stories for 30 Years campaignKirsty Hopewell LinkedIn Where else you can find usWebsite: https://www.masterbuilder.org.nz/Elevate Platform: http://elevate.masterbuilder.org.nzInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/masterbuildernz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/registeredmasterbuildersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmh_9vl0pFf0zSB6N7RrVeg

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