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Women of Power - Is it for Good or for Evil?
22 Mar 2024
00:30:21
Natasha Ozybko is the Principal Consultant at Ozybko Consulting Group and the Co-Founder of MOXY: The Voice of Women in Infrastructure.
In this episode, we get vulnerable. And I am just going to leave it at that. Yes, you just have to listen to find out what we share.
How to connect with Natasha? LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natashaozybko/ Website: https://www.themoxyvoice.com/home/
This episode was sponsored by BOND Civil & Utility Construction, Inc. Website: https://www.bond-civilutility.com LinkedIn: htpps://www.linkedin.com/company/bond-civilutility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bondcivilutility Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bondcivilconstruction/
This episode features the confident and inspiring Julie Laughton, CEO of Julie Laughton Design Build and JLGC.
We Discuss:
The value in understanding design and construction
4 tips for streamlining how you operate as a project manager
How to start your own project management services
Want to connect with Julie? https://www.julielaughton.com/contact/
This episode was sponsored by BOND Civil & Utility Construction, Inc. Website: https://www.bond-civilutility.com LinkedIn: htpps://www.linkedin.com/company/bond-civilutility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bondcivilutility Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bondcivilconstruction/
Today our guest is Ali Shojaei, an Assistant Professor at Virginia Tech.
Throughout this episode, we discuss his career path from Iran, to the UK, and then the US. We also talk about the future of construction, Industry 4.0!
Want to find out more? https://www.mlsoc.vt.edu/faculty/shojaei https://www.linkedin.com/in/a-shojaei/
Today our guest is Alexander S. Brand, Ph.D., P.E., is an Assistant Professor in the Charles E. Via, Jr. Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Virginia Tech.
Throughout this episode, we discuss his role in our industry, the staggering stats of concrete's carbon footprint, what is being done now to offset it, how 3D concrete printing ties into it, and the future of concrete.
Stay to the end of the show to catch a little bonus question not included in the main interview.
Today our guest is Craig Meadows, Chief Construction Officer at Habitat for Humanity Peninsula & Greater Williamsburg & Owner at Multi-Tech Builders.
In this episode we discuss the history of reinforced concrete in the residential sector including fun facts about Frank Lloyd Wright, we introduce you to 3D concrete printing and share with you how it came to Virginia.
If you are interested in connecting with our guest, Craig Meadows, you can find him on TikTok @cmeadows3!
Nadean Carson is a self-professed stormwater nerd who got her start working in stormwater compliance in the Air Force!
She quickly realized how important stormwater pollution prevention was to the ecosystem and has since started her own business, Oya Construction, a radical change maker in the stormwater field.
We chat about:
Her philosophies in life and her background in stormwater.
Helpful tips for navigating stormwater management, not just onsite, but in the design phase.
Nadean and I also crafted a free glossary for you - 25 Stormwater Terms You Must Know.
If you're interested, shoot me an email at kathryn@spacetobuild.co to receive your copy today.
If you would like to connect with Nadean Carson, find her at:
Bonus: Understanding Affordable Housing Policies and Resources
05 May 2023
00:27:34
Welcome to the latest bonus episode of the Hallway Moments Mini-Series on the Space to Build podcast. In this episode, Andrew McCoy and I are joined by Chris Thompson, the Director of Strategic Housing at Virginia Housing and we talk about all things housing and community development.
Chris is a dedicated professional in the field of housing and community development, working tirelessly across Virginia to increase housing production, support innovation, and partner with community leaders and organizations to create quality, affordable housing options for everyone.
Throughout this episode, we discuss various topics related to housing policies, affordability, and community needs, as well as Chris's current work in affordable housing and his goals for the future. We also explore the available resources for potential homeowners, renters, and developers.
If you're interested in connecting with Virginia Housing, be sure to check out their website at www.virginiahousing.com. You can also find them on social media platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram under the handle @virginia housing.
Today's episode is sponsored by the Virginia Center of Housing Research, https://www.vchr.vt.edu/.
If you would like to learn more about your potential involvement with the Decathalon mentioned at the end of this episode, please email: Dr. McCoy at apmccoy@vt.edu for more information.
This episode's guest is Brittany Gentilhomme. She is 27 years old assistant superintendent that has been working in construction for 3 1/2 years. She aspires to be able to run projects as the lead super one day.
In this episode she shares all of the opportunities she pursued before following in her father's footsteps and pursuing a career in construction.
We also talk about:
Transferable skills from other industries, include the fashion industry.
The financial freedom construction has offered her at an early age.
A quick tip for how she finishes drywall corners.
As a young woman in the field, Brittany hopes to be an example to other young women who want to work in non-traditional careers. She also recently bought her first house and has been doing a complete renovation on it in her spare time.
If you would like to connect with her: Instagram - @builderwithabow LinkedIn - Brittany Gentilhomme
If you would like to read a sample of her writing: Check out the featured post in her LinkedIn Bio! Or click here!
Building a Stronger Team: Psychological Safety in Construction
19 Apr 2023
00:41:48
Meet Kabri Lehrman-Schmid! She is the mother of two and project superintendent for a large national GC and a huge advocate for psychological safety in construction.
We not only talk about our path into the industry and what her day-to-day looks like, but we cover what psychological safety means and how we can create a more inclusive environment at work.
Kabri also shares her personal success stories to inspire and guide you to do the same on your job site.
And if you wanted to learn more about the integrated project delivery method, we cover that too.
If you want to connect with Kabri, you can find her here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kabri-lehrman-schmid/
This episode was supported by ThriveHQ. If you are interested in purchasing her book, please check out here: https://www.thrivehq.ca/hiring-secrets. Use our code S2B10 for a 10% discount!
Bonus: Hope for Construction's Future - Virginia Tech's Sustainability Decathlon Team
05 Apr 2023
00:34:37
Welcome to our Second Bonus Episode or Part Two of our Mini-series on the Space to Build podcast. This mini-series is what my cohost, Andrew McCoy, and I have been calling The Hallway Moments.
In today's episode, we bring out 3 student guests to discuss the Orange County Sustainability Decathlon.
We get a unique look into each guests’ life and early professional career path and learn how sustainability and this next generation of construction professionals will influence the future of our industry.
Our Guests:
Polly Tolmachenko - An international student in her junior as a Construction Engineering and Management student at Virginia Tech. She is the Creative Director of her Decathlon Team.
Andrew Bates - A Junior at Virginia Tech studying Construction Engineering and Management and a Team Lead of the Decathlon Team.
Seth Martin - A field-experienced student finishing his undergraduate degree and pursuing an accelerated master's program in Building Construction Science and Management. A Team Lead in the construction and engineering, sustainability, and innovation portions of the Decathlon Team.
If you would like to connect with the team or follow along, check out their social media accounts:
You are about to find out what happens when a former kindergarten teacher changes gears and starts to work in construction, or more specifically in firestop.
We chat about her:
Her crazy career path into firestop consulting.
The 101 of Firestop.
Specific Scenarios to keep an eye out for on site.
Resources if you want to learn more!
If you want to connect with Sharron, you can find her here:
Building with Sparks: Transforming Careers through Electrical Apprenticeships
22 Feb 2024
00:41:41
This episode features Marissa Bankert, a seasoned professional with a diverse background in the construction industry. At the time of the recording, Marissa held the position of Executive Director at Central PA's Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) and served as the President of Newark Chapter 386. With a passion for workforce advocacy in STEM fields, she has been actively involved in promoting opportunities in the trades. Notably, since the episode's release, Marissa has taken on the role of Executive Director for the International Surface Fabricators Association.
We Discuss:
Changing the Narrative in Construction
Electrical Apprenticeship Experiences
Skills for Success in the Trades
Encouraging the Next Generation
Resistance from Educators
Pathways After Apprenticeships
Roadblocks in the Industry
Impact of Technical Innovation on the Future of Apprenticeships
Controversial Opinions
Connect and Share: After listening, join the conversation on social media. Share your thoughts, takeaways, and any controversial opinions you may have. Marissa and the host are eager to hear your insights on this enlightening episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or Audible for more engaging discussions.
Want to connect with Marissa? LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/marissa-bankert-bb049640/
This episode was sponsored by BOND Civil & Utility Construction, Inc. Website: https://www.bond-civilutility.com LinkedIn: htpps://www.linkedin.com/company/bond-civilutility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bondcivilutility Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bondcivilconstruction/
How Motherhood Fits into the Construction Industry
23 Mar 2023
00:42:34
Today we are chatting with Tonia Rivers.
She is a mom, Founder and Executive Director of Mothers in Construction, Podcast Host of the Mothers in Construction Podcast, Motivational Speaker, Owner & President of WLS Construction Consultants LLC, and a 17-year construction professional
We chat about her:
Her transition from architecture school to construction
Her career path from estimator to working for the army corp of engineers and beyond
The benefits of taking on tasks before they are expected of you
Her story leading into motherhood
The Mothers in Construction Podcast
If you want more motherhood in construction stories, check out her podcast or pull up the Space to Build Blog. Starting this month (March 2023), we will be featuring motherhood and pregnancy stories on the blog through the lens of mothers in our S2B community!
Resources from this Episode:
The book she references - What to Expect When You're Expecting
Welcome to our first-ever bonus episode on Space to Build. I have partnered up with Dr. Andrew McCoy, Director of the Virginia Center for Housing Research (VCHR), Professor in the Department of Building Construction, and Associate Director of the Myers-Lawson School of Construction (MLSoC) at Virginia Tech.
Dr. McCoy and I have a surprise for you! We have sprinkled in (6) episodes throughout this season.
We team up with research experts to dive into topics such as:
Renewable Energy
Affordable Housing
3D Concrete Printing – A personal favorite!!
In today's episode, we chat with Dr. Philip Agee about:
Product managers vs project managers
High-performance housing and efficient technologies
The impact of the built environment on our wellbeing
Dr. Philip Agee is a human factors engineer that researches human-building interactions and teaches building systems and building science classes at Virginia Tech.
If you would like to connect with Dr. Philip Agee, you can find him on LinkedIn. If you would like to learn more about my co-host, Dr. Andrew McCoy, please check out his website: andrewpmccoy.com
Please head to the blog to learn more: https://spacetobuild.co/blog/
Today's guest is Stacey Holsinger, construction marketing expert, artist, kickboxer, Philly sports fan, skilled trades advocate, and co-host to The Morning Huddle podcast.
In addition to her career story, we discuss:
What marketing looks like in construction.
Behind-the-scenes of social media marketing and recruiting opportunities.
How you can impact marketing as someone in operations.
And if you are curious about marketing in the AEC industry, Stacey shares great tips on how to do so.
Episode Resources:
Social Media Marketing World
Canva
Society of Marketing Professional Services
Would you like to connect with Stacey? Linkedin: Stacey Holsinger www.steeltoecommunications.com
Why Your Current Mentorships Aren't Elevating Your Career
03 Mar 2023
00:40:44
Today we are chatting with Andrea Janzen, a Certified Executive Coach with an MBA, the host of the Ambition Theory Podcast, a Forbes contributor, and a top-rated speaker. She is passionate about coaching women in construction to develop themselves, set leadership goals, and get results. Since 2018, Andrea has coached and trained over 1,000 construction professionals. Before becoming a coach, Andrea was a marketing leader that worked on some of the world’s best-known brands.
In this episode we talk about:
Sponsorship vs Mentorship and the unconscious bias associated with them.
Host Kathryn walks you through envisioning your career and researching dream companies, and how doing these exercises can bolster your resume, first impressions, and next interview.
Please head to the blog to learn more: https://spacetobuild.co/blog/
Lisa Tenley is the Vice President of People and Communications at Plano-Coudon. She is a mentor and coach to new professionals in construction and loves to tell stories to spark interest in the industry.
In this episode we cover:
Her unique start in construction,
What it means to walk the walk as a leader promoting work-life balance,
How a company strategically prepares for career fair season,
What skills and potential she looks for in a recruit,
What can you do to prepare for the career fair,
How to stand out amongst the competition,
Career fair follow-up hot tips.
How to connect with her and some resources from this episode:
Summary: Jennifer Todd – Jennifer Todd is President of LMS General Contractors, demolition, and abatement contractor, performing word across the Southeast. She is the Founder, A Greener of Tomorrow, a 501 c3 nonprofit committed to skilled trades opportunities for underserved people. Todd is a 2021 ENR Top 20 Under 40 Professional, 2020 ENR Top 25 Newsmaker, and 2020 CBO Outstanding Women in Construction finalist. Todd is an ASU Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law graduate.
In this episode we cover:
Prioritizing yourself and saying NO!
What to do if you want to move into a trade role.
Self-advocacy at work to up-level your career.
How COVID shifted her contracting business.
A Greener Tomorrow - a non-profit focused on promoting trade opportunities for minorities.
Summary: Coralee Beatty (Owner of ThriveHQ) – After 25 years in the construction industry, and successfully selling her HVAC/Plumbing business, Coralee now shares her knowledge, experience, and expertise with women in construction and trades to build their business for greater profitability, flexibility, and freedom.
In this episode we cover:
4 Tips on becoming a strong leader
Learning to be compassionate
HVAC business ownership in Canada
Pushing ourselves to make independent decisions
Challenges to look for if you plan on starting a construction biz in the near future
Summary: Courtney Kelly – She is a construction project management professional specializing in civil and commercial construction. She is also the author of the children's book, Celeste Saves the City, which encourages girls of color to pursue careers in civil engineering and construction.
In this episode we cover:
The value of asking for help
How your hobbies or side hustles can help you hone your construction management skills
How Hurrican Katrina influenced her career
What it is like to publish and promote a children's book while working full-time AND pursuing a Master's Degree.
Resources from this episode:
Lucchese Boots - lucchese.com
Website – courtneykellybooks.com
LinkedIn and Instagram - @CourtneyKellyBooks
Special Thanks to Lucinda Dykens of Coastal Virtual Solutions for editing this episode of Space to Build.
She has done it all - Shipfitter, Drafter, Security Integrator, and Entrepreneur!
04 Jan 2024
00:35:53
Jan Burse is a technical operations manager in global security integration.
In this episode, we cover what shipfitting, drafting, and security integration have in common.
Tune in to hear her lessons learned and transferable skills that have led her to her current role in construction!
Want to connect with Jan? Send her a message at janburse@icloud.com!
This episode was sponsored by BOND Civil & Utility Construction, Inc. Website: https://www.bond-civilutility.com LinkedIn: htpps://www.linkedin.com/company/bond-civilutility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bondcivilutility Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bondcivilconstruction/
Summary: Diana Pauro – She is the Founder of Rebel Builders, a Design-Build Company based out of the Greater Boston area. In this episode, we chat about her epic experiences. She shares:
· How she landed a gig teaching an Architect AutoCAD as a 15-year-old
· Why she sold a firm to backpack across South America
· How she ended up in the US.
· How she encourages autonomy among her team and welcomes diversity in her business.
Resources from This Episode:
· The Composite Toe Shoes Diana mentioned: Timberland PRO Women's Reaxion Composite Safety Toe Static Dissipative Industrial Athletic Boot
· Website – rebeldesignbuild.com
· Instagram – @rebelbuilders
Special Thanks to Lucinda Dykens of Coastal Virtual Solutions for editing this episode of Space to Build.
Summary: Come meet Manoela Evelkin, owner's rep in New York City! She shares with us are career story and the behind the scenes of what she does. Manoela also shares three tips for negotiating job offers and a bonus one for change orders.
References:
Instagram - @casera.nyc
Special Thanks to Lucinda Dykens of Coastal Virtual Solutions for editing this episode of Space to Build.
Summary: Come meet Han-Mei Chiang, a licensed architect and construction project manager in Portland, OR for Hoffman Construction. She is also the secretary at NOMA PDX. In this episode, we discuss the value of having an architect’s perspective in a construction environment. Han-Mei also shares her experience with NOMA PDX and Project Pipeline, an advocacy program introducing middle school children to architecture.
Welcome to the LAST episode of Season 2 of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This episode our guest is Kayla Bonish.
Kayla is a project engineer at Davis Construction. She works within the commercial interiors department. She is another Hokie who graduated in 2019 with a Bachelors in Construction Engineering and Management.
She shares about her first year out of college, the day to day look as a project engineer, a taste of what tenant fitout work looks like, lessons learned, compassion in industry, and a glimpse into the life at Davis Construction, one of regulars on the Engineering News Records top contractors lists.
I had so much fun catching up with Kayla and picking her brain as she reflects on Year 1 of life post college.
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Thank you so much for following along this season! I had a blast chatting with these talented ladies. I plan on releasing Season 3 this Summer (2021), but first, I will be taking a short hiatus to focus on other goals within Space to Build and in my personal life. I look forward to the new growth to come. Stay tuned via our email list (spacetobuild.co) and come hang out on Instagram (@spacetobuild)! Seriously, leave me a DM. I love hearing from listeners!
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
Welcome to the second to last episode of Season 2 of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This episode our guest is Tenika Chavis.
Tenika is the owner of Lady Carpenter LLC. Her services include general contracting, renovations, and real estate investing.
In this episode she shares her experiences in the union as a carpenter, how she plans on pivoting her construction career, and advice and a deeper dive into finding your voice and speaking up.
I am grateful for my chat with Tenika! She is full of wisdom!
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You can find Tenika at www.theladycarpenter.com!
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
Welcome to another episode of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
Season 2 has been about building confidence and community. Ordinarily we look at building community in the sense of building your own network to help elevate your career. This week we are taking on a new angle.
This episode our guest is Natalie Goodin.
Natalie is a midwest-based Architectural Designer with a background in nonprofit work and community design. She is an Associate AIA member, LEED Green Associate, and a past National AIAS Advocate. Her research and design work surrounding human-centered design has won her academic awards and earned her a spot in Beyond the Built Environment's Great Diverse Designers Library.
She shares her traditional and nontraditional roles in construction, how to change a clients design vision, and what identity means to our society. Let's take a look at advocacy while we build our communities!
I had a great time with Natalie! Can’t wait to hear what you think! (Feel free to reach out to me via email or Instagram!)
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You can find Natalie and Good Build Collective @goodbuildco @gnatalie_13!
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
Welcome to another episode of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week we have Michelle Hands of She Who Dares Wins!
Michelle is a mom, setting out engineer, land surveyor, and business woman. She works hard to advocate for women in male dominated industries as well. We chat about levels of confidence, workplace failures, and connecting with people that you may think are out of your league. This is your episode if you want to learn more about construction in the UK and pick up tips on taking the steps you are afraid to to move on.
I loved this laid back and honest conversation with Michelle. I hope you do too!
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You can find Michelle at shewhodareswins.com or on IG @shewhodareswins_
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
S2E7. Bringing Inclusivity to Construction with Alex Burd
31 Mar 2021
00:48:17
Welcome to another episode of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week, we have Alex Burd, a 24 year old environmental solutions business owner in Tennessee and a founding member of the Crew Collaborative. She is passionate about making a change in the construction industry and advocating for a more diverse and inclusive workplace for all individuals. I had so much fun chatting with Alex. I can't wait for you to hear this conversation!
Just a quick disclaimer: She uses a few curse words, but not in an offensive manner. Curse of the industry, really. You just pick up a more colorful vocabulary!
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You can find Alex and the services she offers at www.bonaquaenvironmental.com
I encourage you to follow her construction and wellness adventures on Instagram at bonaquaenvironmental or aburd7!
She is also on LinkedIn, Alex Burd.
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
S2E6. Uncovering Confidence in Change with Kelly Ireland
24 Mar 2021
00:46:01
Welcome back for another season of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week, we have Kelly Ireland, a registered Master Plumber in Philadelphia.
We explore her journey through her apprenticeship, her experiences in the commercial sector and her new move to residential service work. We dive into what building confidence has looked like for her through these different stages.
She also gives us great tips on how to treat our plumbing and how to prep for service appointments as a homeowner or renter.
We also discuss some harder topics in this episode and the importance of setting clear boundaries upfront.
She also brings up an instance where someone took Instagram posts meant to be in good humor and twisted them into a nasty experience. While it isn’t a common experience, it is a lesson to keep in mind as we share our work lives and personal lives on social media.
I would also like to throw out a disclaimer, for those not as familiar with construction terminology, there are words that can very easily turn into sex jokes. If you are a parent who is looking to share this episode with your kid, then I would encourage you to listen to this episode on your own first.
Despite all these warnings, I appreciate having Kelly on this show. She is a candid and bold person who made a career shift in the midst of the pandemic that has really elevated her career in construction. I enjoyed learning about her experiences, and I hope you do too!
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Megan Ross is a project manager, puzzle solver, and caffeine lover. She sits on boards of multiple professional associations and gives her time to her Alma Mater.
In this episode, we cover:
4 tips for networking and building your career as someone in operations.
Problem solving vs puzzle solving
Passing the torch and its benefits.
Moving forward from generational habits.
Want to connect with Meg? IG - @BuilderMeg LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/meg13ross/
This episode was sponsored by BOND Civil & Utility Construction, Inc. Website: https://www.bond-civilutility.com LinkedIn: htpps://www.linkedin.com/company/bond-civilutility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bondcivilutility Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bondcivilconstruction/
Welcome back for another season of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week our guest is JoAnn Brookes!
JoAnn works for Perkins Eastman, an architecture and design firm. She wears two hats depending on the project. Some times she is the Project Manager and other times she is the Project Architect.
In this episode we discuss her experiences and perspectives in construction management, architecture, and contracting. She shares important advice for growing your career that you don't want to miss!
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If you would like to connect with JoAnn, you can find her here:
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
Welcome back for another season of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week our guest is Tonya Hicks!
Tonya is a serial entrepreneur, mom to two boys, and an advocate for women!
In this episode we talk about her journey through construction and how this has lead to her two businesses and organization. We start with her experiences as the first women wireman for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). These experiences led her to start her own contracting firm. From there, she works her way into Women Do Everything, a consulting business for career guidance to women in male-dominated industries. And in case you did not think that was enough, she is also Board Chair for a foundation established by Kaiser Permanente focused on community health.
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If you would like to connect with Tonya, you can find her here: www.powersolutionsintl.com www.womendoeverything.com www.pahlga.org
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
Welcome back for another season of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week our guest is Brittany Bailey!
Brittany is a Licensed General Contractor, DIY Educator, and founder of PrettyHandyGirl.com a resource with over 1,500 DIY tutorials for everything from home improvement and repairs to crafting and smaller scale DIY projects.
In this episode we talk about becoming a licensed general contractor, home rehab, homeownership, building confidence around power tools, and more! I really enjoyed learning from Brittany. I hope you do too.
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If you would like to connect with Brittany, you can find her online at PrettyHandyGirl.com
S2E2. Creating a Circle of Influence with Patricia Haywood
24 Feb 2021
00:43:04
Welcome back for another season of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week our guest is Patricia Haywood!
Patricia is the founder of Master Buildhers. She loves wearing colorful clothing, sporting an afro and being unapologetically herself. For too long, she tried to fit into a box that suffocated her genius. Today she stands out, embraces her difference and inspires others to walk to their own beat.
In this episode we talk about her experiences in law, business, and construction, and how they have come together to form Master Buildhers, where she helps small construction firms strategize their growth!
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If you would like to connect with Patricia, you can find her online at masterbuildhers.com
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Welcome back for another season of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week our guest is Kate Reiling, introvert, mentor, and construction advocate!
Kate is a project manager for a civil/sitework contractor in the Metro Atlanta Area. She has been in the industry since her first internship in 2005, when she fell in love with construction! Her passion for our industry has lead her to becoming a founding board member of the Crew Collaborative, a workforce development organization.
We covered the types projects she works on, how mentorship and a supportive company has shaped her career, the need to just sit in the dark, and her passion for Crew Collaborative!
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If you would like to connect with Kate, you can reach her @katebuildsit on Instagram!
If you are interested in the company she works for, you can find them here: https://www.vertical-earth.com/
If you want more information on Crew, click here: https://crewcollab.org
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
Welcome to our SECOND season of Space to Build, the podcast where we chat with women in construction about the roles they play in building our community. This season is focused on Building Confidence and Community to Elevate your career.
New episodes will release every Wednesday, starting 2/17/2021! Please hit that subscribe button to stay tuned!
You can also find us on Instagram at @spacetobuild and online at SpacetoBuild.co.
There is space for you here. You belong here. Chat with you soon!
Welcome back for the last episode of Season 1 of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week we have our podcast sponsor on as a guest!
I can't wait for you to join Jade and I in this conversation. We chat about our experiences at Virginia Tech, our opportunities in school and post graduation, things we struggle with, who we are outside of construction, and what turning a hobby into a business looked like for her. Most importantly, we talk about empowerment and how that varies from person to person.
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Welcome back to another episode of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week you will hear from Evelyn Lee:
Architect turned Senior XP designer
Founder of Practice of Architecture
Podcast Host of Practice Disrupted.
In this episode we talk about crafting non-traditional careers from architecture, the benefits and setbacks, making cold calls, and even a little behind the scenes about Disney.
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
Welcome back to another episode of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week I chat with Ashton White. Ashton, known as @thatmasonrygirl on Instagram, is a 2 time National Masonry Champion. She started her masonry journey her junior year of high school and has since entered college. We chat about what college has meant to her and where she hopes her experiences take her next.
Let's chat with our future leader in construction!
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.
Welcome back to another episode of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week I chat with Julie Foley, architect and fellow nerd! She is currently studying for her exams to become an Architect. During this conversation Julie and I talk about her nerdy passions and asking questions. Julie has the key piece to a successful career down - be a sponge. She is always ready to learn new information and isn't afraid to ask questions!
We talk about the best time to ask questions and the connections she has made along the way that only helps her grow in her career.
This is your episode if you are always itching to learn more but worried about how you may come across.
If you would like to catch up with Julie, feel free to email her at juliezfoley@gmail.com!
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How to Innovate Construction Management Processes & Procedures
06 Dec 2023
00:29:50
Meet today’s guest on the Space to Build podcast:
Erin Comeaux is a hardworking, honest, and vulnerable mother in construction who works as a Team Leader or more commonly, a Project Executive, for Impetus. Impetus is 200-person, $200 million/year commercial construction company with offices in New Orleans and Nashville. They specialize in hospitality work as well as historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects, and 90% of their work is negotiated due to their high-quality focus on the delivery of design. And wait until we talk about how they have structured their team for success!
In this episode, we cover:
The Team of Teams approach in management.
How to lead honest meetings more efficiently.
How to establish trust as an employer and as an employee.
Want to learn more about Impetus and Erin? https://buildimpetus.com/about/people/
This episode was sponsored by BOND Civil & Utility Construction, Inc. Website: https://www.bond-civilutility.com LinkedIn: htpps://www.linkedin.com/company/bond-civilutility Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bondcivilutility Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bondcivilconstruction/
This episode was edited by Kathryn Tinnesz.
Interested in starting your own podcast? I got you covered! Message me at kathryn@spacetobuild.co for more information!
Welcome back to another episode of Space to Build, the podcast dedicated to the hard working women of construction.
This week I chat with Jennifer Todd, Founder and President of LMS General Contractors. We chat about the importance of representation in construction, hiring those without experience, and the COVID-19 impact.
You will appreciate Jennifer's willingness to take a chance on people, train them, and give them room to grow into the professionals they want to be.
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We have reached 5 weeks here at the Space to Build Podcast!
This week, our discussion with Richelle revolves around working with different people, be it employees or clients.
Join us as she shares stories about her two contracting businesses, her "rebellious" childhood, and how she chooses to show up in the world. And what here goals are in the sustainability realm. She is tackling the beginning stages of designing intentionally for both the end user and the environment.
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Welcome to Episode 4 of the Space to Build Podcast!
Today's conversation is with Jenna Turner, a 26-year-old mom of 2, 6x business owner, and role model. She is your next Joanna Gaines. I am going to just tell you now, you will be scooping up your jaw at the end of this conversation.
If you want to know what else she has done with her 26 years around the sun, head over to JennaTurner.co to find out more!
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Welcome to Episode 3 of the Space to Build Podcast!
Today's conversation is with Kate Amaral, a project manager for a general contractor. We talk about her many pivots and the different management styles she has encountered throughout her career.
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Special thanks to the podcast editor, Sean Watkins! (You came in clutch!) Another special thanks to Epidemic Sounds for the awesome music.