Women of NATE Today Newsletter Volume 7, Issue 11 | November 5, 2025
In this issue: Newsletter Welcome, WON Profile, WON in Action, Events, Feature Article, Book Recommendation, and Get Involved.
Welcome
A Season of Gratitude and Growth
As we enter November, we are reminded that Thanksgiving is more than a holiday—it is a season of reflection, connection, and gratitude. For Women of NATE, it is a time to celebrate the strength of our community, the power of mentorship, and the incredible women who continue to elevate each other across our industry.
This month, let’s take a moment to appreciate the people who make what we do possible—our families, our teams, and the colleagues who support and inspire us. Whether you are in the field, in the office, or balancing both, your dedication drives progress not just for NATE, but for all women building careers in telecommunications and infrastructure.
Kristin Carlin is a Project Manager at Tri County Tower in North Jackson, Ohio, and can be reached at 330-717-7027.
WON Profile
Stephanie McCall
The November WON Profile takes a closer look at Stephanie McCall, the Director of Events & Marketing at NATE. Click on the button below to learn more about Stephanie!
WON in Action
Empowering the Future: Women of NATE Launches 2026 Education Scholarship
(Watertown, SD) – Women of NATE (WON) is proud to announce the launch of the 2026 WON Education Scholarship, an initiative designed to inspire and support women pursuing careers in the tower and communications infrastructure industry. The scholarship is now open for applications, with two $2,000 awards available to eligible candidates.
Thank You Women of NATE Event Sponsors!
Women of NATE (WON) continues to be a vital and inspiring part of our association. We extend our sincere gratitude to our NATE UNITE WON Event Sponsors for their continued support in advancing WON’s mission and strengthening our impact across the industry.
As we look ahead, exciting sponsorship opportunities are available for those who want to help empower, connect, and elevate women in telecommunications. Join us in supporting the growth and success of WON programs and events at NATE UNITE 2026!
Click on the button below to find out how your company can join these sponsors.
Events
NATE WIN Southeast Regional Conference - Still Time to Register!
Join us for the 2025 NATE WIN Southeast Regional Conference on Wednesday November 12, 2025! The conference will be held at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, with the Mississippi Wireless Association Networking Social following the conclusion of the conference. Registrations and Sponsorships are open!
NATE UNITE Annual Conference
Join us for NATE UNITE 2026 to be held February 23-26 at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada. The NATE UNITE lineup consists of an impressive array of educational sessions and speakers, workshops, exhibit hall, luncheons, a 5K Fun Run/Walk, and networking receptions. Each year the vibrant exhibit hall floor bustles with activity from stakeholders representing every layer of the diverse tower and communications infrastructure construction, service, and maintenance industries. Don’t miss out on attending and participating in NATE UNITE 2026!
2026 Tower Family Foundation Golf Tournament
Get an early start to your 2026 golf season by participating in the Tower Family Foundation Golf Tournament! All proceeds raised will benefit tower workers and their families in the aftermath of an industry accident, fatality, or emergency situation. Registration and Sponsorships available now.
Events NATE Attended in October
Visit our website to see which events our NATE Members and Staff visited this month!
2025 Industry Event Calendar
Discover the upcoming industry and safety events this month. Find events like weekend conferences, networking, trade shows, educational meetings, and more. NATE provides a complete list of every event for you to stay informed. Make the most out of these events!
Feature Article
4 Unexpected Lessons Learned From Hardships & Adversity
Pain touches everyone. If you’re lucky, the toughest times in your life will be fleeting. But some hardships — including the global coronavirus pandemic and its aftermath — may linger for years, and continue to present new challenges for individuals and organizations.
Hardships aren’t asked for and aren’t usually welcomed. They’re not something you would plan into your development in the coming year. Yet, hardships are unavoidable.
The good news is, adversity can actually be a powerful teacher.
Book Recommendation
You Unstuck
In You Unstuck, Libby Gill uses cases studies, client stories from her coaching work, and brain research to help readers understand the biological basis of fears that hold them back. She shows how to reframe what she calls Riskophobia, turn off the fear voices, and circumvent ancient defense systems. Readers can then create an Escalating Risk Hierarchy by "chunking down" their vision into small, actionable steps, ordered from least to most anxiety inducing.
Get Involved
Discover More Ways to Be Involved With Women of NATE
Visit the Women of NATE section of the NATE website to learn how you can be involved with WON conferences, webinars, networking socials, and more.
*Women of NATE Today reserves the right to select, eliminate or edit any article to maintain editorial and member focus.
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