Grit With Heart: Women Build 2026 Luncheon

Grit With Heart: 2026 Women Build Luncheon Recap

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the 2026 Women Build Kickoff Luncheon! We are incredibly grateful to our emcee Maria Neider and to our inspiring keynote speaker Brandi Bailey.

Women Build wouldn't be possible without the support of our sponsors. We thank Kristy Roach for her words on behalf of Arvest Bank, the 2026 Women Build Presenting Sponsor, and to all the sponsors who made this event possible:

Roof Raisers: Eddie & Jennifer Marmouget, SRC Community Relations Committee, and TLC Properties
Trailblazers: O’Reilly Auto Parts, David & Stacey O’Reilly, Do It Yourself Girlfriend
Advocate Sponsors: Corbett Law Firm, ESC, Inc., Guaranty Bank, Home Builders Association of Greater Springfield, JMARK, Nicole George, Snyder Construction Group

Media Partner: Desrosiers Digital

Cocoa Sponsor: Jackson Contracting

We are grateful to Chicken Salad Chick, MADD Kitchen, The Barley House, Wickmans, and musician Brian Hom for their contributions.

Finally, thank you to 417 Cocktails, Equip Coffee, LaLa Links Permanent Jewelry, Arvest Bank, and AR Workshop for joining us at the event and providing a little holiday shopping.

Together, we are building more than just homes — we’re building strength, stability, self-reliance, and generational change for a local family. This year’s Women Build initiative is helping fund and build a safe, affordable home for the Maddox family, Amy, Nathan, and their three daughters who are working toward a brighter, more secure future. Through the collective generosity of our community and the hands-on commitment of Women Build participants, this life-changing project is becoming a reality. Thank you for being part of this powerful journey and for helping create a foundation where this family can thrive for generations to come.