"NAHB Professional Women in Building Week provides a platform for our industry to recognize and honor the important role women play in the residential construction industry," said Cindy Cepko, chairwoman of the NAHB’s PWB Council and co-owner of Granite Homes Inc. in Paupack, Pennsylvania. "Women have long been in this field, but now we want to put a spotlight on them and highlight their contributions."

Scheduled activities include local ceremonies, scholarship fundraisers and school visits. "We also want to emphasize to school-aged girls and women who aren't currently in the industry that the home building industry can be a great career choice with many different options to choose from," said Cepko. "Whether it's an architect, a remodeler, a sales agent, a builder or so on, there truly is something for everyone in this field."