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Episode Synopsis
In Episode 10 of Grit & Gravitas, Anne Deeter Gallaher and Anne Carnathan welcome to the studio friend and colleague Jessica Meyers, President & CEO of JEM Group LLC.
As the only woman-owned, woman-led general contractor in central Pennsylvania and with women comprising a scant 10% of the construction industry, Jessica has encountered her share of obstacles. However, through relationship building, boots-on-the-ground experience, and listening, she launched her company at age 30, and it's now an award-winning construction services firm.
Her tips for women working in a male-dominated field? “Be visible in your community. Get involved; roll up your sleeves,” says Jessica. #GritandGravitas #businessvitamins
As the only woman-owned, woman-led general contractor in central Pennsylvania and with women comprising a scant 10% of the construction industry, Jessica has encountered her share of obstacles. However, through relationship building, boots-on-the-ground experience, and listening, she launched her company at age 30, and it's now an award-winning construction services firm.
Her tips for women working in a male-dominated field? “Be visible in your community. Get involved; roll up your sleeves,” says Jessica. #GritandGravitas #businessvitamins
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