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10 Influential Women of 2026 in the Plumbing Industry

Kerry Sweet, Director of Marketing and Training, Streamline Services

March 8, 2026

Kerry Sweet is one of Plumbing & Mechanical’s 10 influential women of 2026 who are leading the plumbing industry to great success.

10 Influential Women of 2026 in the Plumbing Industry

Jacquelyn Wynn, COB/COO of Lindsey Brothers Plumbing & Heating

Kristen R. Bayles

March 8, 2026

Jacquelyn Wynn is one of Plumbing & Mechanical’s 10 influential women of 2026 who are leading the plumbing industry to great success.

Women in HVACR unveils new leadership for 2026

New board and executive appointment aims to strengthen the organization’s mission and long-term impact on the home service industry.

January 22, 2026

Together, the executive board and board of directors aim to guide WHVACR’s strategic direction, oversee financial stewardship and ensure governance in support of the organization’s mission.

Female technician repairing heating system pipes in the boiler room.

Breaking barriers: UA Local 9’s Committee leads the way in recruitment, mentorship and support

From schools to job sites, the union’s women-led initiative is challenging outdated stereotypes and proving that women belong in the trades.

Natalie Forster

September 24, 2025

Women make up only 2-3% of the plumbing workforce and 8% of plumbing apprentices. In construction trades, they hold 3.9% of roles like plumber or pipefitter, a 32% increase since 2016, totaling over 314,000 tradeswomen, according to the Institute of Women’s Policy Research.

Cheryl Merchant to be inducted into the 2025 class of the Women in Manufacturing Hall of Fame

CEO of the Taco Family of Companies, Cheryl Merchant, to be inducted in the WiM Hall of Fame.

August 19, 2025

Merchant will be recognized during the 15th annual WiM SUMMIT conference in Chicago on October 12-14th.

(Left) Three girls work on DIY water filter assembly. (Right) Judaline Cassidy, Amie Millano, and Katie Loeb.

LIXIL welcomed Tools & Tiaras campers for hands-on plumbing workshop

The workshop was held in the company's Water Experience Center in New York City.

July 18, 2025

Attendees received hands-on learning experiences including DIY water filters and a "Showerhead Showdown."

Plumbing Manufacturers International establishes Women of PMI initiative

Plumbing Manufacturers International launches Women of PMI to support and celebrate women in plumbing manufacturing.

July 8, 2025

The kickoff event, featuring speaker Sheena Yap Chan, will take place July 16 and offer strategies for building confidence in a rapidly changing industry.