Episode 102: ‘Make Amazing Happen’ with Anne Ellis
In this episode:
Angela Gardner and Christi Powell converse with Anne Ellis, an influential figure in the construction industry and the first female chairman of the board at the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS). Anne shares her journey from being a first-generation college student to becoming a leader in the engineering and construction sectors. She highlights the importance of mentorship, innovation, and the shift towards performance-based expectations in building. Anne discusses her experience with scaling companies for sustainable growth and the significance of leadership and scalability. The episode delves into the roles of technology, sustainability, and business innovation in the AEC sector. Anne also advocates for reverse mentoring to leverage the digital native generation's knowledge. The conversation underscores the value of diversity and collaboration in driving industry advancements. Anne Ellis ends by encouraging newcomers to the field and stressing the construction industry's openness to technological advancements and efficiency improvements. Thanks for listening!
Supported by: 84 Lumber
Show Notes and Links:
00:00 Welcome to Women Talk Construction!
00:25 Introducing Anne Ellis: A Trailblazer in Construction
02:33 Anne Ellis Shares Her Inspiring Journey
08:44 The Future of Construction: Innovation and Sustainability
28:31 Empowering the Next Generation in AEC
30:48 Wrapping Up with Anne Ellis
32:41 Closing Remarks and Goodbye
About Anne:
Anne M. Ellis, P.E., Hon.M.ACI, F.ASCE, F.ICT, NAC is a recognized engineer, trailblazer, and champion of innovation and AEC industry advancement. Her career extends over four decades, six continents, and numerous boundary-spanning corporate roles enabling dynamic growth and innovation in technology, business, and operations. Currently, she is CEO of Ellis Global helping clients to harness the power of technology and innovation to grow and thrive in the engineering and construction industry. Additionally, she serves as a non-executive director on corporate boards and as a strategic advisor to several engineering companies and start-ups. By appointment, Anne serves on the American Society of Civil Engineers Industry Leaders Council and the Board of Directors of the National Institute of Building Sciences including chair (2021-2023). Previously, Anne has served by appointment as an advisor to five U.S. cabinet secretaries (2002-2018) addressing matters of energy, environment, and trade policy.
Recognized worldwide in the field of concrete, she served as the American Concrete Institute Board of Direction president (2013-2014) and is co-author of the “Concrete Design and Construction” section of the Standard Handbook for Civil Engineers, Fifth Edition.
Anne was inducted into the National Academy of Construction (NAC), the Virginia Tech Academy of Engineering Excellence, and the Virginia Tech Via Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Academy of Distinguished Alumni. Additionally, she was elected to Honorary Membership of the American Concrete Institute, a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers, and an Honorary Fellow of The Institute of Concrete Technology (UK). She is the 2022 recipient of the Construction Industry Institute Carroll H. Dunn Award of Excellence.
