The Tradesman Mentoring the Next Generation in Construction
Darrell Galloway’s construction career has spanned many trades; now he’s giving back by encouraging the next generation
The Plumber Flushing Away Stereotypes to Motivate Women in Construction
Judaline Cassidy has been laughed at for being a female plumber, but that hasn’t stopped her from ascending to the top of her craft and being a trailblazer for other women entering the trade
This Bootstrapped Window and Wall Business Went from Bankruptcy to Global Success
Rodrigo d’Escoto didn’t know anything about windows—or the construction business—when he first hustled his way to building Reflection Window + Wall, now a multinational enterprise generating hundreds of millions of dollars in annual revenues
How Japan’s Top Construction Companies Built Success with Bluebeam
The automation of time-consuming tasks, the real-time sharing of latest documents and the user friendly, design of Bluebeam Revu meant these leading Japanese construction firms could leapfrog competitors.
‘Love It or List It’ Builder Sees Business Take Off
Hank McCullough made just $2,500 when he built his first house; now, after some shrewd moves and a popular TV show, the contractor says he’s busier than ever
How Lloyd Companies Endures as a Family-Run Construction Business
Started as a small, husband-and-wife business in the 1970s, the company now manages some 2.2 million square feet of commercial properties across the greater South Dakota region; here’s how the family enterprise is planning for its third generation of owners
Mini Materials Aims to Spark Construction Joy for Kids—And Adults
The company creates realistic construction toys for children, hoping the experience inspires them with dreams of working in the industry
This Family HVAC Business Lays the Groundwork for the Next Generation
Sav Mor Mechanical, a $45 million HVAC business on Long Island, has succeeded in large part because of its family ownership structure; here’s how it goes about enticing future family members to take over the business
Meet the 22-Year-Old Carpenter Fighting for More Women in Construction
At 22, Abbey Agius has already established a fulfilling career in carpentry; now, she’s working to make the trade more accessible for others like her
The Women Working to Improve Black Representation in Construction
The National Association of Black Women in Construction aims to promote mentorship and community to grow the ranks of Black women in the industry
Go Inside Window Washer Thompson Touch’s Sky-High Ambitions
Josh Thompson bootstrapped a window-washing business with just $800; now, as that company has grown into a full-fledged family enterprise, Thompson has larger ambitions
The Secret to This Construction Manager’s Successful 30-Year Career
Nicolle Wilkinson has a message for women pursuing construction careers: forge your own path. Here’s how she did it
An Unlikely Carpenter Finds Her Way in Construction
Beth Barton was struggling to find a stable career when construction came calling; ‘The trades saved my life’
Is Diversity in Construction the Industry’s Greatest Challenge?
It’s imperative that the construction sector is representative of the society it serves
Cal Poly Women in Construction Group Embraces Mentorship to Advance Industry Representation
The club is helping college-aged women find mentorship and support as they enter construction
