Power Women of the Trades: Weekly Podcast Empowering Women In the Trades Industry

Dec 11 2024 95 ep. 27 mins 13
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Hosted by Cassie Pound and Leslie Harpole "Power Women of the Trades" is a powerful force, leading dynamic businesses and disrupting traditional norms. This podcast is all about breaking barriers and changing the game. Our podcast guests will feature some of today's most successful female entrepreneurs and owners in the trades- and feature other advocates of this initiative as well! Because if there’s one thing we know for sure: female-led entrepreneurship drives change on multiple levels!

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From Fashion to HVACR: Amy O Grady's Journey

Dec 11 2024 28 mins  
In this episode of Power Women of the Trades, Amy O Grady, Executive Director of Women in HVACR, shares her journey from the world of fashion to the HVAC industry. With a strong family background in the HVAC business, Amy utilized her diverse skills in marketing and branding to build a unique career path. Her story emphasizes her commitment to empowering women in trades through edu

From Academics to Plumbing: Jessica Young's Unexpected Journey

Dec 04 2024 30 mins  
Join hosts Cassie Pound and Heather Bargender-Wavra as they chat with Jessica Young, Operations Manager at Young Plumbing Services, about her unexpected journey into the trade industry and the lessons learned along the way. Jessica shares the crucial role of structured processes in enhancing customer interactions and ensuring technician success. Both Jessica and Cassie stress the i

Overcoming Stereotypes and Finding Support in Trades

Nov 27 2024 41 mins  
Join Cassie Pound and Heather Bargender-Wavra in this compelling episode of Power Women of the Trades as they sit down with Erica Leonor from Good Leap. Erica shares her fascinating journey from being a mother and a passionate collector of Lord of the Rings swords to stepping into the trade industry through cultural studies and travels. Her unique career path highlights how diverse

Crystal Williams: From Family Business to Marketing Success

Nov 20 2024 37 mins  
Join hosts Cassie Pound and Heather Bargender-Wavra as they sit down with Crystal Williams at the Women of HVACR conference in Dallas, Texas. This episode of Power Women of the Trades dives into the dynamic world of women in the trades and key insights from successful female entrepreneurs. Crystal Williams, a board member of the conference and owner of Lemon Seed Marketing, share

Balancing Business and Self-Care: Insights from Shauna Brown

Nov 13 2024 41 mins  
Join this insightful episode of the Power Women of the Trades podcast, co-hosts Cassie Pound and Heather Bargender-Wavra sit down with the inspiring Shauna Brown. They discuss the importance of self-care, prioritizing health, and balancing the demands of running a business. Shauna opens up about her wellness journey, her experiences with a health crisis, and how she managed to inte

Building Authentic Brands with Jen McKee

Nov 06 2024 27 mins  
Join us for an inspiring episode with guest Jen McKee, the founder of Kee Hart Marketing & Events, as she shares her journey and insights into the dynamic world of content creation and personal branding. Hosts Heather Bargender-Wavra and Cassie Pound guide the conversation, examining how MrBeast's content strategy can offer valuable lessons for women in trades. Jen illustrates

Navigating HVAC Sales and Branding with Ashley Lynds

Oct 30 2024 24 mins  
Join hosts Cassie Pound and Heather Bargender-Wavra as they welcome back Ashley Lynds, a.k.a. HVAC Ash, to discuss her journey of personal branding and innovation in the HVAC industry. Ashley shares her inspiring story of how she leveraged Instagram during the COVID-19 pandemic to reach her customers, which eventually led her to become one of the original HVAC influencers. Her succ

Pink Vans and Progress: Rachel Helft's Bold Rebranding Journey

Oct 23 2024 41 mins  
Tune in to this inspiring episode of Power Women of the Trades where hosts Cassie Pound and Heather Bargender-Wavra engage in a stimulating dialogue with guest Rachel Helft, owner of Argent Heating and Cooling. In this episode, discover how Rachel navigated her unexpected journey from private practice in mental health to becoming a trailblazer in the HVAC industry. The conversation

Navigating Tech in Trades with Logan Marshall

Oct 16 2024 35 mins  
In this episode of "Power Women of the Trades," hosts Cassie Pound and Heather Ripley engage with Logan Marshall from Bluon, exploring the transformative role of technology in the trades industry. Sponsored by Work With Your Hands, Relentless Digital, and Forrest Perry Digital Marketing, this conversation highlights Logan's 24-year career progression from a family HVAC business to

Kailee McCrary's Journey: From College Grad to Director of Marketing

Oct 09 2024 27 mins  
In this insightful episode of Power Women of the Trades, hosts Cassie Pound and Heather Bargender-Wavra sit down with Kailee McCrary, a dynamic force in the trades industry, to explore her remarkable journey as the Director of Marketing at Quality. With an emphasis on cultural fit over experience, Kailee shares her story of transitioning from a college graduate to a pivotal member