Michele Heyward

Retention Strategies for Women of Color in Engineering

A Talk by Michele Heyward (Founder & CEO, PositiveHire)

About this Talk

Engineering talent shortages in the AEC industry are exacerbated by the underrepresentation and high turnover of women, especially Black women engineers. This webinar explores how inclusive team dynamics, equitable growth opportunities and data-driven retention strategies can help close the talent gap while fostering diversity and innovation.

What You’ll Learn:

  • The Retention Challenge: Why Black women engineers face a 51% higher turnover rate than their peers and how this impacts workforce stability.
  • The Role of Team Composition: How team dynamics and initial assignments influence performance perceptions and turnover risks.
  • Actionable Solutions: Strategies to create inclusive project teams that promote belonging and reduce attrition.
  • Data-Driven Insights: How PH Balanced identifies inequities in team composition and performance evaluations, enabling proactive solutions.


February 05, 2025, 07:00 PM

07:00 PM - 08:00 PM

About The Speaker

Michele Heyward

Michele Heyward

Founder & CEO, PositiveHire

Civil Engineer | Founder | Best Auntie | Clemson 🐅

Michele Heyward