Emily Pilloton-Lam

Emily Pilloton-Lam is a youth educator and builder who has worked to promote gender equality in the construction industry. She is the founder of the non-profit organization Girls with Tools, which provides free tools and resources to girls and gender-expansive youth. Pilloton-Lam has spoken at conferences and events around the world, and has been featured in various media outlets, including The New York Times and NPR. She is also a skilled woodworker and has shared her skills through live demos and workshops. Pilloton-Lam is passionate about empowering young people to pursue careers in the trades and to challenge traditional notions of what it means to be a builder. She is a strong advocate for inclusive construction sites and has worked to create opportunities for women and girls to participate in the industry. Pilloton-Lam has received numerous awards and recognition for her work, including the 2018 National Women's History Month Honoree award. She is also a popular speaker and has given talks at events such as TEDx and the World Economic Forum. Pilloton-Lam is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and is active on social media, where she shares her thoughts on gender equality, education, and the trades.