This week on Trade Talk, we’re celebrating a milestone—one year since the reboot of Contractors Connect! Hosts Sarah White and Erin Bakker take a moment to pop the Prosecco and reflect on the journey so far, from a packed relaunch party at AJ’s Grayton Beach to building a network that now spans four counties and more than 60 members.
In this special anniversary episode, you’ll hear about the impact Contractors Connect has had on local builders, including insights from Katherine Green and John Pugh with Builders FirstSource. We’ll also debut our new Voices from the Booth segment, featuring real stories from event attendees on the power of connection in the construction industry.
🎤 In This Episode, You'll Hear:
Why We Brought Contractors Connect Back
The Birth of ContractHER and Supporting Women in the Trades
Real Impact: Builders FirstSource Success Stories
Membership Growth, Sponsorship Wins, and What’s Next
A Toast to the Future
💬 Key Quote:
"It’s not just a feel-good group. It’s transactional—and it’s transformational. Builders are making real deals over beers at AJs, and that’s exactly the kind of connection this industry needs." — Erin Bakker
Voices from the Booth – Sponsored by Coastal Brick & Stone:
This episode features voices from DL3 Construction, Exterior Jacks, and Sync Designs—real builders sharing why Contractors Connect has made a difference in their business and relationships.
📅 Upcoming:
Escambia County Meetup: June 5, 5–7 PM at Calverts in the Heights
Caffeinate & Collaborate: June 12, 10-11AM at Carrot Top, hosted by ContractHER
Built to Lead: Women in Construction Summit – August 21 at Emerald Grande in Destin
🛠 Want In?
Join the fastest-growing construction network on the Gulf Coast. Memberships start at $400/year and include four event tickets, exclusive visibility, and more. Learn more and join today at www.contractors-connect.com.
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