Sharon Niekamp, charter member of NAWIC Central Missouri Chapter #341 since 1991, was recently awarded the Keystone Service Award in recognition of more than three decades of exceptional service, leadership, and mentorship. Over her 35+ year career in construction and long-standing NAWIC involvement, Sharon has held every chapter board position and continues to serve actively in retirement through committees, events, and mentorship. Her leadership is defined by consistency, r

NAWIC Central Missouri Chapter #341 recently hosted an engaging and educational “Women Who Weld” event at Hart Career Center, giving members the opportunity to step into the welding lab and experience the craft firsthand. The evening began with a brief business meeting, followed by an introduction to welding basics led by experienced instructor DeIla Ray, who has taught welding at the center for several years. DeIla provided an overview of key safety practices and walked the