The episode begins with co-hosts welcoming their listeners to another episode of 'Beers with Contractors,' a podcast about business strategies, techniques, and insider knowledge in the constructionindustry. They introduce Christy Howell of CRH Design Build as the special guest. Christy shares her journey from growing up in England, getting education in design, eventually finding her passion in high-performance home construction, specifically Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) construction. She underlines the importance of healthy, energy-efficient homes and highlights the challenge in educating subcontractors about new methodologies. Christy also provides advice for women interested in entering the construction industry. Towards the end, she discusses her upcoming speaking engagement at the International Building Show.
00:00 Introduction to Beers with Contractors
00:24 Catching Up with the Hosts
03:56 Discussing the Perception of Construction Industry
06:18 Attracting Gen Z to the Construction Industry
13:17 Guest Introduction: Christy Howell of CRH Design Build
14:00 Christy's Journey in the Construction Industry
15:43 Understanding Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) Construction
20:33 Challenges and Advantages of Design-Build Process
27:59 Encouraging Women in Construction Industry
38:27 Learning from Mistakes in Business Ventures
40:49 Christy's Upcoming Appearance at International Building Show
44:52 Conclusion and Goodbyes
Contact Christy at:
Website: https://www.crhdb.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crhdesignbuild
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/crhdesignbuild
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