Women are reshaping leadership in the surfacing and fabrication industry. Despite different paths into fabrication, the women leaders featured in this article share common values including strong workplace culture, clear communication, craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and a deep focus on people.

Our 2025 industry immersion trip offered a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and engage with the global stone industry through facility tours, networking, and time spent at one of the world’s largest stone exhibitions.

Women Who Rock began as a back-of-the-napkin idea that came to life at TISE 2023 when women across the stone industry gathered for the first-ever networking event of its kind. That initial meeting sparked a growing community built on connection, collaboration, and elevating women in fabrication and surfacing.