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PWB EmpowHER: Interactive Lunch & Learn
Join us for PWB EmpowHER, an interactive Lunch & Learn for professionals across the building industry. Featuring nationally recognized mortgage expert and industry leader Mya Tran-Harter, this session will explore how financing impacts construction, renovation, and long-term project planning—helping industry professionals make informed, strategic decisions. A top 1% nationally ranked originator, Mya is a multi–award-winning mortgage professional and respected leader within the building community. She serves as 2026 Chair of HBAV’s Women Building Virginia, 2025 President of NVBIA’s Women in the Building Industry, and a Board Member for NVBIA (since 2021) and HBAV (2025). She has been honored as Woman of the Year (2024 & 2025) and Mortgage Professional of the Year (2024) for her leadership and industry impact, and is deeply involved with NVBIA initiatives. Through an engaging discussion and Q&A, Mya will share practical insights and leadership perspective—empowering attendees to strengthen partnerships, grow professionally, and lead with confidence across the Northern Virginia building industry. Join us for PWB EmpowHER, an interactive Lunch & Learn for professionals across the building industry. Featuring nationally recognized mortgage expert and industry leader Mya Tran-Harter, this session will explore how financing impacts construction, renovation, and long-term project planning—helping industry professionals make informed, strategic decisions. EmpowHER is a dynamic leadership session designed to help women in the building industry confidently own their expertise, strengthen their professional presence, and intentionally elevate others. Blending real-world industry insight with practical tools and interactive exercises, this program focuses on confident communication, executive presence, career growth, and strategic advocacy. Participants will refine how they introduce and position themselves, eliminate language that diminishes credibility, and learn the difference between mentorship and sponsorship. Through guided reflection and paired exercises, attendees will gain actionable strategies to grow their influence, articulate their value clearly, and support the advancement of other women.
