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with Shaun Emerson & Chris Lozier

S2 · E1160 min

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In episode 11, Chris and Shaun interview Tonia Rivers, founder of the non-profit, Mothers in Construction, an organization dedicated to supporting mothers in the construction industry and empowering young women by providing advocacy, support, education, awareness, and resources. Tonia shares her career path, the start of her organization, being a military spouse, her love of architecture, the challenges for women in the industry, some of the cool projects she has managed and more.

Check out Tonia's organization, Mothers in Construction

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