About this episode

Amanda Pectol shares her journey in the construction industry and the importance of women's representation and collaboration.

In this inspiring episode of The Housing Advocate’s “Member Voices” series, Host Stacy Young sits down with Amanda Pectol of Interstate Homes—a dedicated SUHBA member and a powerful voice in the construction industry. Amanda shares how it was navigating her entry into a traditionally male-dominated field, and the support and advocacy she received that helped launch her into the leadership position she now holds. She also reveals some of the unexpected strengths and benefits she discovered along the way. Stacy and Amanda also touch on the bright outlook of more women choosing careers in construction, and talk about the Utah PWB (Utah Professional Women in Building), the group behind The House That She Built – a groundbreaking project showcasing the skill, strength, and leadership of women in construction through an entirely women-built home that was featured in the 2021 Utah Valley Parade of Homes. They also dive into some hot button topics, such as the cost of building, attainable housing and the harmful notions that surround anti-growth mentality. From design work to high-level leadership, Amanda’s story in the building industry is a testament to the impact of representation and…

People in this episode

Host: Stacy Young

Guest: Amanda Pectol

Topics covered

• Women in Construction
• Leadership
• Advocacy
• Attainable Housing
• Representation
• Collaboration

Keywords

• construction
• women in construction
• leadership
• housing
• advocacy
• attainable housing
• Utah PWB
• representation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Interstate Homes, Utah PWB, Southern Utah Home Builders Association

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