Tradeswomen Talk is a podcast inspired by the narrative of women and men of the building trades. We share stories, insights, and knowledge about how to survive and thrive in male dominated industries. People who work in trades peculiarly women have amazing life altering, mountain climbing stories to share. Their stories goes far beyond them finding their niche in construction. Join us as we discover their truth together and be inspired.It's our time to do more than survive. It's our time to ...
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Mother & Daughter Building Together: Hellen Harris & Carey Mercer.
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With excitement…introducing ….. Hellen Harris retired union labourer ( Andrea Harris Mom ) and Carey Mercer local 28 sheet metal worker ( Judaline Cassidy Daughter. This episode is special Mother’s Day episode is sponsored by our friends at RIDGID and Greenlee Tools. These professional tool brands believe in empowering women and supporting the next…
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Blue-collar+ Hard work+ Pride = Millions: Ken Rusk
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With excitement…introducing Ken Rusk Ken Rusk is an Ohio-based entrepreneur and best-selling author of the New Times best selling Blue Collar Cash. Ken started his first job as a ditch digger at age fifteen and turned that into a successful company. He takes pride and ownership of “million-dollar ditch digger" On this episode we talk and learn from…
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How Traditions And Family Influence’s Business: Jennie Ho
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With excitement…introducing ….. Jennie Ho Jennie Ho is a global business entrepreneur and CEO of Beiter Technologies and Woodwell Tools Group also known as MujingFang a 2nd generation family-owned manufacturing business, best known for its woodworking tools and premium laser levels. She holds an MBA and BS in business from UC Berkeley. Working for …
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Teaching A New Generation Of Bricklayers: Jacqueline Townsend
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With excitement…introducing Jacqueline Townsend Brick by brick Jaqueline Townsend have building a foundation in her career as a Bricklayer for 17 years. Jackie fell in love with this trade the after attending Chicago Women in Trades Technical Opportunities Program in the spring of 2003. From that moment her path was clear to her, succeed so others …
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Connecting Architecture To Purpose: D’ Smith Alexander
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With excitement, let us introduce to you Dwayne Smith Alexander. Mr Alexander is a proud first generation Jamaican American base between New York City and the Caribbean. He earned Bachelors of Architecture degree at Howard University and is a proud member of NOMA ( National Organization Of Minority) D’Smith does it all, he’s is an architectural des…
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Hello fam.. we’re launching our brand spanking new season of Tradeswomen Talk. Andrea and I have had the privilege of sharing the inspirational stories of women and men who believe that they have found their highway working in the trades. We’re passionate about bringing back a resurgence and appreciation for the trades! Why? We’ve always been essen…
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Building A Powerful Foundation Together: Shamika & Jason Minisee.
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With excitement, let us introduce to you Shamika & Jason Minisee Founders and owner of Presidential Concrete. Partners in life for 18 years and partners in business for 17, Shamika, a business consultant, and Jason, a cement finisher, are the ultimate power couple. They started their company, Presidential Concrete, inspired by family and for family…
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Metal Fabrication is Her Business:Gabrielle Shelton
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With excitement, let us introduce to you Gabrielle Shelton Gabrielle is a sculptor, architectural metalworker, and founder of Shelton Studios Inc. in Brooklyn, NY has been described as “the rare combination of craftsperson and artist”(Becca Bull, 1stdibs.com). She’s been featured in numerous publications including Architectural Digest. Being a moth…
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Lighting The Path IBEW 134: Beatrice Thompson.
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With excitement, let us introduce to you Beatrice Thompson Two words that stands out when you meet Beatrice Thompson determination and unstoppable. Determination is her habit to develop success. Unstoppable when she decided who she wanted to become, Beatrice didn't let anything get in her way. She’s fearless, strong, compassionate , and filled with…
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Tradesman + Educator = Trailblazer : Dwight Threepersons
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With excitement, let us introduce to you Mr Dwight Threepersons. When you listen to his story, you hear his PASSION, PURPOSE, AND POWER. Purpose: He succeeded on purpose. Power: He identify the problem and gives power and energy to the solution. He focuses on the actions that produce results. Passion: Passion is his key in leading, creating and bel…
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With excitement, let us introduce to you Hugo Sajid The one word that comes to mind when I listen his story is “Mindset” Mindset is all about the moment you wake up to the moment you rest your head at night. He is speaking, feeling, and working his goals and mission into existence. All challenges that arises he attacks them as “ fuel for my fire!” …
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With excitement, let us introduce to you Tara Garner She is the founder and creative eye behind Under Construction Photography, social media and marketing development in the construction industry. She hails from a family of five generations of union Ironworkers. When you listen to her story she radiates power and beauty in silence. She continues to…
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Move Over Bob! We got this!: Angela Cacace
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With excitement, let me introduce to you Angela Cacace. She’s one of the star players pulling the pieces together for the circle of equality in the trades. This circle is built on women builders, achievers, trailblazers, educators, and believers. This circle holds its strength through: Perseverance – appreciate where you are and have the courage to…
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Sistas’ Behind The Mic: Andrea Harris & Judaline Cassidy.
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With excitement, Introducing the hosts of Tradeswomen Talk Andrea Harris and Judaline Cassidy Andrea Harris Here is a quote about Andrea that will stand out when you hear her story “She led the way and embraced change”. Let’s take a quick walk through her career as a Mason. She initiated her career through Mason Local 780 where she worked on bridge…
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An Electrician Who Found His Passion For Investing: Blayne Harding
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With excitement, let us introduce to you Blayne Harding Blayne lives his life by one mantra “No excuses no explanations” This mantra has help him rise above difficulties and struggles both in his career and personal struggles . Blaynes’ job as an electrician is his career but, his passion is investing and teaching others that wealth comes from inve…
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With excitement, let us introduce to you Joe Maniscalco. Here is a word that will stand out when you hear his story "Activist ". Listed below are significant words he has confidence in Justice and Labor Movement. Justice = Equality for workers. Labor Movement = Of the people. Justice and Movement definitely awaken an array of emotions: purpose, fea…
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History Maker Real Life Shero: Sarinya Srisakul
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With excitement.....let us introduce to you real life shero Sarinya Srisakul The quote that describes her is “Her mission is bigger than herself” Her mission is her cause Her cause is making a difference Her mission thrives through passion, compassion, integrity, and action. Freedom to become the first Asian woman firefighter in FDNY, and first wom…
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With excitement..... let me introduce to you Antonia Devine. Here are four (4) words that describe her: DESIRE - The starting point of her achievement was DESIRE! CHOICE - She CHOOSES to be the Architect of her future. VISUAL - She visualised it and it happened. CREATE: She creates walls of joy, rooms with laughter, and windows that opens to possib…
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With extreme excitement..... let me introduce to you Wendy Webb Here is a quote that will stand out when you hear her story Preparation + Opportunity = Success. She just didn’t walk through the door of opportunity she made sure the door was left open for others to be able to see, create and become. Her road of opportunities commenced with graduatin…
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Sinade Wadsworth: Unstoppable Force and a NYC Carpenters Council Representative
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With excitement..... let me introduce to you Sinade Wadsworth. The one word that describes Sinade is “DESTINY” DESTINY allowed her to see DESTINY allowed her to finish DESTINY allowed her to become DESTINY allowed her to receive change DESTINY allowed her to build She’s not just walking in her path towards destiny; she’s creating a road map of oppo…
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Tara Davis: Savage And Tough As Nails Ironworker.
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With excitement, let me introduce you to Tara Davis Mother! Ironworker! Union Member! Tradeswoman! Warrior! Life has thrown her many obstacles but, she never believe in letting it rule her future. Tara was born and raised in Elk Plain Washington. She worked as an orthodontic technician for over 10 years until her husband Huge Craig a structural Iro…
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Dawn Jones Redstone: Purveyor Of Storytelling And Always A Carpenter.
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With excitement, let me introduce you to Dawn Jones Redstone. This quote is her reality “The power of a written word” Her word led into a sentence. Her sentence led into a paragraph. Her paragraph led into chapters. The chapters awarded purpose! The day came when the story inside of her wanted to breath on its own. Her writing comes from the revolu…
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Tami Gamble Gurnell: Your Girly Shop Teacher
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With excitement, let me introduce you to Tami Gamble-Gurnell She is living proof of these four words “NOTHING WILL STOP ME!” At an early age she believed construction was a job she was capable of doing. Against all odds she was able to return to the key that unlocked the excitement for building, which was instilled in her heart since the age of six…
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Doreen Cannon Leader, Instructor, and UA Local 55 First Woman President.
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With excitement, let me introduce to you Doreen Cannon. She dream it! She believed it! She did it! She dares to believe anything is possible if you’re ready to fight for it. In 1998 she joined UA Plumbers Local 55 Apprenticeship program. In 2017 she was named one of Crain’s Cleveland Businesswomen of Note. Her successes = sacrifice, perseverance, a…
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Darlene Leineweber: Tradeswomen Connector & Sisterhood Builder.
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With excitement, let me introduce to you Darlene Leineweber She’s a third generation JW of IBEW Chicago Local 134 The one word that describes Her is FAMILY. Family is a gift that consist of commitment, unity, hope, respect, strength, honor, faith, and love. Establishing Trade Women Chat a Facebook group has allowed her to broaden her family. Trade …
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Lauren Sugerman Trailblazer, Director, and Tradeswomen Cheerleader
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With excitement, let me introduce to you Lauren Sugerman Fire in her soul. Grace in her heart. She has created a garden of opportunities by planting the seeds that creates the development of tomorrows building tradeswomen. Her garden developed into an infinite support system that provides awareness, preparation, organization, justice and technical …
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Diversity Implementor, Local 28 Training Director Leah Rambo.
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What is Sheet Metal and what does Sheet Metal workers do? Listen on this episode and learn when I chat with Leah. Leah Rambo operates on a Frequency of Fierce, Freedom, and Strength She’s a Changer! She is an Educator! She is a Visionary! She didn’t just say it, she achieved it by taking ownership of her vision. A woman with a vision empowers an em…
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How To Pivot During Difficult Times Cynthia Pong.
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With excitement, let me introduce to you Cynthia Pong. The word that describes Cynthia is P.O.W.E.R! Passionate, Optimistic, Wise, Endurance, Respect Discovering the power within you is her Mission Statement. She teaches women to Believe! Be Strong! Be Courageous! She reminds us women that we are Beautiful Smart Talented Powerful Worthy She persist…
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Ryan Jones World Plumber, Activist, and Visionary.
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Ryan is a model of dedication and determination. Dedication: being committed/ willingness to give Determination: become the person you believe you were meant to be. His action has created a legacy that inspires others to learn more and become more. His habit has become his Excellence. He’s not just the third generation, licensed Master Plumber. He’…
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Gavaskar Reid CTE Liaison, Connector, and Trades Ally.
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How can I described our next guest Gavaskar Reid Educator: one skilled in teaching. Overseer: make sure the system works. Protagonist: My hero! I personally admire him a great deal. His education was the key that unraveled the egress of freedom; which certified him to give back through teaching and development. He creates partnerships and opportuni…
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Steph Reed Realtor, Builder and Trades Advocate.
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Steph Reed has embraced: Her Steph Reed has embraced: Her purpose Her journey Her DESTINY! She’s not just the co-owner of Partners By Design; she was voted Builder of the Year by the Des Moines Home Builders Association of Greater Des Moines for 2018. Furthermore, she is the chairperson for Professional Women in Des Moines and is on the National Bo…
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Three words that describe our guest Evelyn Pacheco on this episode of Tradeswomen Talk. 1. Goodness: selfless desire to be generous to others. 2. Courage: is grace under pressure 3. Limitless: infinite possibilities come to those who believe. She’s a woman that worked hard, and done well, and walk through that doorway of opportunity. She made sure …
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Tonya Hicks She’s A Boss, Leader, and Definitely In Charge.
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Tonya Hicks is the type of women that brings a lot to the table: love, support, intelligence, wisdom, purpose, class, ambition, and drive. She’s not just a President and CEO she’s the first woman to become a journeyman wireman in Local 917 of her hometown in Meridian, Mississippi. Her accomplishments are not only known and applauded in our communit…
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to work on a construction site? On this podcast you will hear the fascinating, motivational, and empowering experiences of the women and men of the building trades. My name is Judaline Cassidy the host of Tradeswomen Talk. Come join me as we explore the world of construction together. Read my bio, get to know me…
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