Women and minorities have been ignored and underserved in construction and the trades for far too long.

It is therefore important for us to initiate the necessary change that supports these groups and provides them with better opportunities.

It starts with a change in mindset and eradicating those biases that impede the progress of these groups who need support.

Join us in our thought-provoking conversation with trailblazer Christi Powell">Christi Powell as she talks about how to overcome biases in construction and the trades.

Christi shares her experiences with us and talks about how we can get involved in our communities to see who needs help and how those needs can be addressed.

Join us as we discuss:

-How people can change their mindset to overcome bias [04:03 ]

- Why there are unrealized biases [12:49 ]

- Some actionable tips for the audience [16:39 ]

- Christi’s advice to women and minorities [26:37 ]

Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast:

- 84lumber.com">84lumber.com

- Breaking Barriers Forum">Breaking Barriers Forum

- Women Talk Construction Podcast">Women Talk Construction Podcast

- ESG Network Association">ESG Network Association

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