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The State of Women in the Construction Industry in 2021

Women make up only about 10% of construction industry workers, even though they are 47% of the overall U.S. workforce. Here’s what women had to say about opportunities for advancement, being heard by their coworkers and the pay gap.
By Lori J. Drake
June 8, 2021
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by Lori J. Drake
Lori J. Drake, CBA has been a Credit Manager for over 17 years, serving as Chairman of the Texas Statewide Construction Credit Group for 4 years, and now manages the Levelset Payment Professionals Community. She educates drawing from her experiences including Mechanics Lien Law, Litigation, Fraud, Credit Policies and Contract Management.

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