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Episode 102- Erica Carpenter

April 16, 2025

IN THIS EPISODE, WE CHAT ABOUT:

  • Erica’s background in construction
  • the challenges women face in male-dominated fields
  • Erica’s advice for young women entering the trades
  • the importance of community and networking
  • BuildHERS networking group
  • the visibility and support for women in trades
  • the role of empathy and communication in restoration

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Connect with Erica Carpenter on Instagram: @ericajc53

 

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SHOW NOTES:

In this episode of The Chicks Who Give a Hoot podcast, I’m joined by Erica Carpenter, who brings 18 years of experience in the construction industry and a deep passion for advocating for women in the trades. Erica shares her inspiring journey—from starting out as a dispatcher at a restoration company to now working with a woman-owned general contractor. We dive into what it’s like navigating the male-dominated world of construction, the dynamics of working alongside both men and women, and why building community and strong networks is so important. Erica is also the founder of BuildHERS, a fast-growing networking group supporting women across various trades and related fields. She offers powerful insight into how visibility and support can inspire the next generation of young women to consider careers in the trades.

CLIP HIGHLIGHTS:

00:00 Welcome to the Show

01:55 Erica’s Journey into Construction

05:10 Challenges and Triumphs in a Male-Dominated Industry

06:39 Empowering Women in Trades

11:38 Building a Networking Group for Women in Trades

17:54 Community and Collaboration Over Competition

25:55 Owning Mistakes and Integrity in Contracting

27:02 Challenges Women Face in Male-Dominated Industries

31:12 Supportive Men in the Industry

37:38 Encouraging Women to Enter Trade Fields

47:04 Building a Community for Women in Trades

49:05 Learn More About BuildHERS and Connect with Erica

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