Women of Asphalt Oregon Chapter
Our Story
Engineering, science and construction have historically been male-dominated industries. Over the past few years, there’s been an increase in the number of women moving into these fields. The asphalt industry is no exception. Although women do not represent a majority, they are beginning to represent more positions across the industry, from the field to the C-suite.
During her role as National Director for the Asphalt Pavement Alliance, Amy Miller worked with a variety of people within the industry. In 2017, she discussed the idea of the WofA with several other industry ladies, who were all extremely receptive and felt that this could help our industry in a variety of ways – encouragement, support, workforce development and education. With that in mind, they formed Women of Asphalt, a coalition to lead and inspire women in the asphalt industry.
Since the summer of 2017 Miller, along with Ashley Batson, JD, Dr. Audrey Copeland, P.E., Natasha Ozybko, and Tracie Schlich have worked together as Founding Members to develop a platform to help recruit, educate, and promote women in the asphalt community. This has truly been a labor of love for each of these women. They bring unique industry experiences and perspective to share with others in hopes of inspiring those already in the industry and attracting others looking to build a long-term career.
MISSION STATEMENT
Empowering women in asphalt industry careers.
GOALS
Engineering, science and construction have historically been male-dominated industries. Over the past few years, there’s been an increase in the number of women moving into these fields. The asphalt industry is no exception. Although women do not represent a majority, they are beginning to represent more positions across the industry, from the field to the C-suite.
During her role as National Director for the Asphalt Pavement Alliance, Amy Miller worked with a variety of people within the industry. In 2017, she discussed the idea of the WofA with several other industry ladies, who were all extremely receptive and felt that this could help our industry in a variety of ways – encouragement, support, workforce development and education. With that in mind, they formed Women of Asphalt, a coalition to lead and inspire women in the asphalt industry.
Since the summer of 2017 Miller, along with Ashley Batson, JD, Dr. Audrey Copeland, P.E., Natasha Ozybko, and Tracie Schlich have worked together as Founding Members to develop a platform to help recruit, educate, and promote women in the asphalt community. This has truly been a labor of love for each of these women. They bring unique industry experiences and perspective to share with others in hopes of inspiring those already in the industry and attracting others looking to build a long-term career.
MISSION STATEMENT
Empowering women in asphalt industry careers.
GOALS
- AWARENESS - Increasing awareness of opportunities in the industry.
- KNOWLEDGE - Elevating knowledge through education and resources.
- COMMUNITY - Providing platforms to create supportive relationships and growth.
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Top 5 Reasons to Join Women of Asphalt:
1. Industry Knowledge That Keeps You Ahead Stay informed and connected to what’s happening across the asphalt industry. From technical insights to workforce trends and leadership perspectives, WofA provides access to timely, relevant knowledge that helps you grow with the industry, not chase it. 2. Career Development at Every Stage Whether you’re just entering the industry or stepping into senior leadership, WofA supports your career journey. Members gain access to professional development opportunities, leadership pathways, scholarships, and tools designed to help you build skills, confidence, and long-term success. 3. A Powerful Network of Women & Industry Leader's Join a nationwide community of women and allies who understand the asphalt industry and are invested in your growth. Build meaningful relationships with peers, mentors, executives, and decision-makers through local branches, national events, and exclusive member connections. 4. Hands-On Training & Real-World Experience WofA goes beyond theory. Members have access to unique, hands-on training opportunities including equipment and operations-focused programs—designed to build practical skills, technical confidence, and industry credibility. 5. Unique Member Experiences You Won’t Find Anywhere Else From all-female training cohorts and leadership summits to behind-the-scenes industry experiences, WofA offers members opportunities that are truly one of a kind. These experiences are designed to inspire, connect, and elevate women across every corner of the asphalt industry. |
Ready to Join Women of Asphalt
Oregon Chapter? Membership registration and our Facebook page: Membership Registration (select “Oregon” as your branch): https://www.womenofasphalt.org/membership WoA Oregon Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588091949144 Contact Geordan Skyles: Email: [email protected] Phone: Direct: 509-454-8562 | Mobile: 509-731-5388 
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