Women In Design: Milwaukee

Don't forget to sign up for our Lightning Talks Tomorrow!

https://www.widmke.com/event-details/milestone-moments-lightning-talk

Join Women In Design and Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee for an inspiring night of stories from a dynamic lineup of women across industries. Each speaker will take the stage in a fast-paced 20x20 format, 20 slides, 20 seconds each, sharing their take on this year’s theme: Milestone Moments.

Through bold visuals and personal narratives, you’ll hear the experiences that have shaped careers, shifted perspectives, and made a lasting impact.

Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, connect with fellow professionals, and raise a glass (cash bar available) to the stories that move us forward.

Speakers:
Kelly Jo McClanathan | Ring and DuChateau
Melissa Wolter | HGA
Andrea Hubbert | Hub+company
Katie Redel | Experience Designer
Diana Billstrom | Wisconsin Latino Chamber of Commerc
Adrienne Hunter | Servant Manor
Lauren Bauman | Women In Design Students
Carrie Matteson | Woman’s Club of Wisconsin

Register here: https://www.widmke.com/event-details/milestone-moments-lightning-talk
Details:
Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Location:
Freight 38
838 S 1st St. Milwaukee, WI

Co-hosted with Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee
Sponsored by: Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers

Join Women In Design and Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee for an inspiring night of stories from a dynamic lineup of women across industries. Each speaker will take the stage in a fast-paced 20x20 format, 20 slides, 20 seconds each, sharing their take on this year’s theme: Milestone Moments.

Through bold visuals and personal narratives, you’ll hear the experiences that have shaped careers, shifted perspectives, and made a lasting impact.

Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, connect with fellow professionals, and raise a glass (cash bar available) to the stories that move us forward.

Speakers:
Kelly Jo McClanathan | Ring and DuChateau
Melissa Wolter | HGA
Andrea Hubbert | Hub+company
Katie Redel | Experience Designer
Diana Billstrom | Wisconsin Latino Chamber of Commerc
Adrienne Hunter | Servant Manor
Lauren Bauman | Women In Design Students
Carrie Matteson | Woman’s Club of Wisconsin

Register here: https://www.widmke.com/event-details/milestone-moments-lightning-talk
Details:
Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Location:
Freight 38
838 S 1st St. Milwaukee, WI

Co-hosted with Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee
Sponsored by: Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers

Only a few days left to apply for the WIDMKE Scholarship!

This $1,000 scholarship supports women pursuing careers in design and recognizes students who have demonstrated leadership and contributions toward advancing women in the design professions.

We ask for your help in spreading the word to students in your networks — including interns, mentees, university contacts, studio instructors, and emerging professionals you may know.

Eligibility highlights:
Undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in a design-related program (architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, or similar)
Attending a Wisconsin university
Enrolled for Fall 2026
Demonstrated leadership and commitment to advancing women in design

Application Timeline:​​
Applications are now being accepted
Applications are due by March 27th by 3:00 PM
Awardee will be notified by April 10th, 2026

Apply here: https://www.widmke.com/advancingintofirmleadership

The WIDMKE Scholarship is officially OPEN! ✨
We’re awarding a $1,000 scholarship to support women pursuing careers in design who are demonstrating leadership and actively advancing women in the profession.

Eligibility:
• Undergraduate or graduate student in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, or related field
• Attending a Wisconsin university
• Enrolled for Fall 2026
• Demonstrated leadership + commitment to advancing women in design
🗓 Applications due: March 27 at 3:00 PM

📣 Help us spread the word to interns, mentees, studio instructors, and emerging professionals in your network!
Apply here: https://www.widmke.com/advancingintofirmleadership

Applications are now live for our Advancing into Firm Leadership Seminar!

This six-week, in-person seminar supports women designers looking to better understand firm structure, leadership pathways, and how to grow into leadership roles within practice.

Apply by February 27!

Space is limited.

Learn more and apply: https://www.widmke.com/advancingintofirmleadership

Looking to better understand how your firm works and where you fit into its leadership future?

Advancing into Firm Leadership is a six-week, in-person seminar for women designers focused on firm structure, leadership pathways, and career advancement.

Wednesdays starting April 8
411 E. Wisconsin Avenue

Applications open February 2
Applications close February 27

Apply at: widmke.com/advancingintofirmleadership