Trade Talk Episode 16- Lessons from Women Who Build

Breaking Barriers: Lessons from Women Who Build

Published September 9, 2025

Special Guests- Built to Lead Panel

This special episode of Trade Talk was recorded live at the Emerald Grande during the very first Built to Lead Women in Construction Summit. Host Sarah White sits down with a powerhouse panel of women leaders in construction and beyond to talk about navigating male-dominated spaces, building authentic leadership, addressing industry challenges, and the importance of mentorship and lifting others as you climb.

From stories of standing firm on job sites to rethinking how we recruit the next generation into the trades, this candid conversation is packed with inspiration and practical advice for anyone working in—or breaking into—the building industry.

“People always say like, fake it till you make it. I hate that saying! People are going to know when you're BSing them. There's nothing wrong with saying, you know what? I don't know the answer to that right now, but I will get it to you by the end of the day. And always follow through with that.”

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