Colorado Women Boost Presence in Trades, Celebrate Achievements

Women are increasingly making their mark in traditionally male-dominated industries and entrepreneurship, though significant gaps remain. In Colorado, women represent a small but growing fraction of the construction and craft workforce, with programs and apprenticeships helping them gain skills and confidence in these fields. Nationally, Hispanic and Latino women entrepreneurs are driving substantial economic growth, though it could take decades to achieve revenue parity with their male counterparts. Flexibility and family-friendly benefits are central for working mothers in 2025, with fields like nursing, tech, and education offering some of the best prospects. The shift toward remote work and enhanced parental benefits since the pandemic has made these careers more accessible for women balancing work and family. Meanwhile, in finance and investment, more women are taking control of their financial futures, though there is still a need for increased financial education and greater representation in decision-making roles.