Women at WIRC

Strategically Growing a Remodeling Business with Alison McLennan of McLennan Contracting

On this episode of Women at WIRC, Alison McLennan joins us to talk about making the decision to strategically grow a remodeling business.
Though McLennan co-founded the business, McLennan Contracting (https://www.mclennancontracting.com/), with her husband, she remained in a supporting role for the first 15 years of operation. But five years ago, when the two decided it was time to either shut the doors or grow strategically, Alison took the helm as president and is now directing the company on its path from $2 million in revenue to $5 million.
"I think a lot of people decide to grow a business because they're either looking at, 'We want to increase our income,' or, 'We just we want to build this thing that we can be proud of, and leave a legacy.' have to be completely honest, and say that was not where our heads were, we were very much in a place of burnout, and kind of desperate to find a solution," says McLennan.
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On this podcast, we, the editors, talk to standout women in residential construction to share their professional insights and highlight the amazing things these female leaders are doing.
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Transitioning Out of the Business Through Leadership Teams with Dolores Davis of CG&S Design-Build

Dolores Davis of CG&S Design-Build (https://www.cgsdb.com/) joins us on this episode of Women at WIRC. Dolores chats about her approach to transitioning out of the business through developing leadership teams.
We talk about the best ways to get buy in from employees, why this approach works for her company, and what her role looks like as she transitions.
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Balancing Work/Life in Your Family-Run Business with Jessica Cargile of North Ridge Contracting

Jessica Cargile is the Co-Owner & CFO of North Ridge Contracting Inc, a Custom Home Design/Build firm operating out of North Idaho, which she and her husband Dale own and operate together.
That dynamic requires an ongoing effort to strike a healthy work/life balance, especially when running a business in challenging times.
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North Ridge Contracting: https://www.homesbynorthridge.com/
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Artificial Intelligence and Home Building with Karlie Fike of Togal.AI

As head of marketing, operations, and investor relations at Togal.AI, Karlie Fike is introducing artificial intelligence to the home building industry as a tool that she says isn't meant to replace jobs, but to make them easier.
"AI is not going to replace you, but the person using AI will be the one to replace you," says Fike.
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Togal.AI: https://www.togal.ai/
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Pro Remodeler: https://www.proremodeler.com/
WIR+CC Conference: https://www.womensconstructionconference.com/

Delivering the Best Customer Experience with Heather Tankersley of Tankersley Construction

Repeat and referrals are everything for a remodeling company, and with a great customer experience comes a great reputation.
On this episode of Women at WIRC, Heather Tankersley of Tankersley Construction shares how she and her crew go the extra mile to ensure superb customer service.
"One of the things we always talk about with with potential clients is, you can hire a guy in the truck, but is the guy in the truck going to be there in a year, or two years, three years? For us, you're hiring a company," says Tankersley.
Learn more:
Tankersley Construction: https://www.tankersleybuilds.com/
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WIR+CC Conference: https://www.womensconstructionconference.com/

Defining and Executing Profitable Growth with April Bettinger of Nip Tuck Remodeling

Today, we’re defining profitable growth with April Bettinger of Nip Tuck Remodeling (https://niptuckremodel.com). Keep listening to learn more about April, her business, and key elements to successful financial planning.
"that's really the mindset, I think that a lot of contractors don't have is that you can have 10% profit, no matter what you're doing, you just have to actually plan for it, it's a purposeful event, it's not going to happen by accident that you are profitable. And growth takes money."
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Leading Your Construction Company with HEART with Allison Iantosca of F.H. Perry Builder

Welcome back to Women at WIRC, a podcast featuring influential women in the residential construction industry, brought to you by Pro Remodeler and Pro Builder magazines.
On this episode, we talk to Allison Iantosca, owner and president of F.H. Perry Builder. Allison recently published her first book, Leading with HEART, a collection of essays from her company newsletter reflecting on life and leadership.

The Top Legal Issues Facing Contractors with Karalynn Cromeens of The Cromeens Law Firm

Welcome back to Women at WIRC, a podcast brought to you by Pro Remodeler and Pro Builder magazines. On this podcast, the editors talk to standout women in residential construction to highlight the vast experiences and expertise women in the industry offer.
On this episode, we talk to lawyer Karalynn Cromeens. Listen to learn how to control the never ending punch list, a lawyer’s advice for handling cancellations, and believe it or not, a way to limit negative reviews.
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Running Process Improvement Plan Meetings with Diana Pauro of Rebel Builders

Diana Pauro loves process. The founder of Rebel Builders in Newton, Mass. brought much of her passion for process from the construction industry in Argentina. One way she improves process at her company is through applying lean thinking.
We welcome Pauro this episode who talks to us all about how she runs lean process meetings, which involve every team member and concludes with leaner, more efficient project timelines.
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The Power of Mentorship with Emma Wilson of Marathon Craftsmen

Welcome back to Women at WIRC, a podcast by Pro Remodeler and Pro Builder magazines highlighting standout women in residential construction.
Today, we welcome a special guest, Emma Wilson. Emma is a 19-year-old foreman whose journey into carpentry was highlighted by Mike Rowe, and whose story garnered a lot of support online.
This conversation shows a different perspective on what it's like to both be young and a female entering the trades, and her story of being hired by her boss, Joe Drew, shows the importance of encouragement and mentorship.
And head to Pro Remodeler.com or look at our latest issue to read Emma’s story and other stories from female tradesworkers.
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http://www.marathoncraftsmen.com/