BuildHers Club

This week on the BuildHERS Club Podcast, we’re joined by Paige Shipp, a housing expert and market analyst who brings sharp insight and real-world experience to the table. We talk through what tariffs actually mean for builders and how they ripple through every part of the construction process.

More importantly, Paige opens up about the importance of adapting during uncertain times. From shifting markets to rising costs, she shares h...

This week on BuildHERS Club, we sit down with Jennifer Johnson, founder and CEO of Olivia Clarke Homes.

Jennifer’s journey is a powerful reminder that success often starts when you trust yourself enough to take the leap. After years of working in the homebuilding industry, she decided to build something of her own. A company that reflects her values, prioritizes design, and serves people with heart.

In this episode, Jennifer ...

In this episode of BuildHERS Club, we sit down with Phyllis Werner, an industry expert with decades of experience in workforce development and construction leadership. Together, we explore one of the biggest challenges facing our industry today: the skilled labor shortage.

Phyllis brings insight into the root causes of the shortage, how it’s impacting builders and tradespeople, and what needs to change to bring more women, young...

In this episode, Xanica and Teresa sit down with April Littmann—the powerhouse behind Neighbor Interiors. From taking the leap to start a design business with her husband to learning how to speak up in a male-dominated industry, April gets real about what it’s taken to build a name that stands for more than just good taste. April shares how she turned her eye for design into a full-fledged business with her husband, Adam, and how N...

In this very first episode of BuildHERS Club, co-hosts Teresa Williams and Xanica Skuza pull back the curtain on who they are and why this podcast matters. With years of industry experience and a shared passion for empowering women in construction, they give listeners a peek into their journeys—touching on the wins, the pivots, and the purpose behind launching BuildHERS Club. From running award-winning businesses to mentoring the n...

BuildHERS Club is a podcast dedicated to empowering women in the building industry through honest conversations, mentorship, and meaningful connections. Hosted by us- Teresa Williams and Xanica Skuza- we bring a personal touch to the real-life challenges women face in construction, design, and business—breaking barriers, sharing insights, and supporting each other along the way. Through authentic storytelling and expert advice, we ...