S1 Ep193: Breaking Barriers in Male-Dominated Industries

In this episode, Dr. Gretchen Gagel shares her journey from being told “girls don’t study engineering” to becoming a global leader in construction, leadership, and women’s advancement. Gretchen discusses breaking barriers, creating successful women’s leadership programs, and founding the International Institute for Women in Construction to double the number of women in the industry. She shares strategies for building confidence, leading in male-dominated industries, and creating systemic change that supports women thriving in construction and related fields.