The Community Women in Snow and Landscape Have Been Missing
Description
Isolation. Burnout. And feeling invisible in a male-dominated industry.
These are just a few of the challenges women face in the snow and landscape world — whether they’re operators, spouses, or business owners themselves.
In this episode of The Landscaper’s Guide, host Jack Jostes interviews Val Lesak, co-founder of Influential Encounters, live from the Ramblin Jackson booth at the SIMA Symposium. Val shares how she’s helping build a nationwide community that supports women in snow, landscape, and construction.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Why “snow wives” often feel alone — and how you can help
- How Influential Encounters is creating real connection and support
- The top communication and boundary-setting challenges women face
- Why community is essential for retention, leadership, and long-term success in the trades
👉 This episode isn’t just for women. If someone you know works in or supports this industry, send them this episode. It might be the conversation they’ve been missing.
Show Notes:
Watch the full episode + read the transcript: https://landscapersguide.com/podcast
Get free marketing resources + beef jerky: https://landscapersguide.com/toolbox
Learn more about Influential Encounters: https://www.influentialencounters.com
Connect with Val Lesak on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/val-lesak/
Follow Influential Encounters:
Instagram: @influential_encounters
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/influential-encounters/
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