Entry into Construction Industry in United States | Leanda Thomas & Meloni Boatswain

Breaking Barriers in Construction Industry | Leanda Thomas & Meloni Boatswain | Construction & Cocktails

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In this powerful episode, Leanda Thomas and Meloni Boatswain dive deep into the lesser-known world of the cost estimating industry in the United States. From navigating a traditionally white, male-dominated field to carving out space for Black professionals and women, they share unfiltered insights, challenges, and hopes for the future of the industry.

💬 Topics we cover:

The hidden realities of the construction profession

The lack of representation and support for Black professionals

Why women are still underrepresented—and how that’s changing

What the future of the construction industry looks like

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