Hard Hatted Women

What do you like about doing business in Ohio?

The opportunity to educate young girls and women about the vast opportunities available in non-traditional careers and match that talent to the employers here in Ohio seeking to diversify their workforce.

Description of business:

Since 1979, Hard Hatted Women (HHW) has engaged industry and community leaders to match women who need lifelong careers with employers who need a qualified, skilled workforce. Our work engages women and girls in critical STEM pathways (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) that strengthen the economic competitiveness of communities and the financial security of families.

Growing numbers of employers recognize women as an untapped talent pool and turn to HHW for solutions. HHW crafts customized strategies to meet industry demand. By harnessing the collective power of volunteers, business and educational partners, HHW provides women and girls a full range of career options, networks of support, and the confidence and skills to succeed.