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Posted: January 14, 2026
NEREJ's Annual Women in Construction Spotlight 2026
The New England Real Estate Journal is proud to present our annual Women in Construction Spotlight, celebrating the women and women-owned firms shaping the A/E/C community across New England. The 2026 Women in Construction Spotlight will publish on February 27, 2026, in recognition of Women in Construction Week (March 1–7).
Below are the participation options and key dates for the 2026 Women in Construction Spotlight.
Important Dates
Individual and Team Profiles and Women-Owned editorial — Feb 13
Ad copy — Feb 18 (reservations asap)
Publication date — Feb 27
Ways to Participate
1. Recognize One Woman from Your Firm — No Charge
Have one team member complete the 2026 Women in Construction Q&A profile.
All accepted profiles will be published online pending editorial review.
Select profiles will also appear in our print and digital editions as space allows.
Corporate Connect Benefit: Connect members receive guaranteed print and digital placement for their submission.
Access the 2026 WIC Q&A Profile Form HERE
2. Custom Team Feature Pages
These layouts feature multiple women together on a structured team page and include dedicated ad space within the spread. Ad creative is provided by the participating firm, with assistance available if needed. Each team member should submit their profile individually using the 2026 WIC Q&A form above.
Half Page Team Feature
Feature Up to 4 team members
Includes a half page color ad on the same page.
Non-member: $1,095
Corporate Connect: $895
Full Page Team Feature
Feature Up to 6 team members
Includes a full page color ad placed on the adjacent page.
Non-member: $1,295
Corporate Connect: $1,095
3. Women-Owned Firm Feature
Women-owned A/E/C firms may participate in a dedicated editorial Q&A highlighting your journey, milestones, leadership approach, and impact.
This package includes:
- Firm logo
- Website link
- One Company photo and owners headshot
- Custom digital badge
- Social media and newsletter promotion
- Priority placement within the Spotlight section
Non-member: $1,095
Corporate Connect: $895
Request the Women-Owned Q&A Form:
Reply to your representative or email jpicard@nerej.com
4. Sponsorship Opportunities
Show your support for Women in Construction Week and the women shaping the construction industry. Sponsorship helps expand visibility for more profiles in this issue and guarantees placement in both print and digital editions with preferred positioning. No profile submission is required, and all sponsors are recognized on a dedicated page in the issue.
Supporter — Quarter page color ad (4.67 w x 5.77 h) — $495 non-member | $395 Corporate Connect
Advocate — Half page color ad (9.5 w x 5.8 h) — $895 non-member | $795 Corporate Connect — E-newsletter, social posts, homepage visibility
Champion — Full page color ad (9.5 w x 12.375 h) — $1,195 non-member | $995 Corporate Connect — All Advocate benefits, priority placement
Click to view sponsorship ads from last year's issue.
Ready to Participate?
Space is limited. Early reservations are recommended.
Reserve your option by emailing jpicard@nerej.com or contacting your NEREJ account rep. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
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