Episode 115: ‘It’s Never Too Late’ with Katie Throckmorton
In this episode:
Angela Gardner and Christi Powell welcome special guest Katie Throckmorton, owner and GC of Distinct Builders, to discuss her journey and experiences as a woman entrepreneur in the construction industry. Key topics include the importance of women-owned business certifications, challenges faced by women starting businesses later in life, government contracts, and the impact of mentoring. Katie shares her inspiring story of starting her construction business at age 59, the benefits of certifications like WBENC, and her commitment to community service, including assisting seniors with vital home repairs. Listeners also learn about various resources and networks that support women in construction.
Supported by: 84 Lumber and Hill Electric
Show Notes and Links:
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:48 Statistics on Women in Construction
02:05 Meet Katie Throckmorton: Entrepreneurial Journey
02:39 Certifications and Business Impact
03:48 Challenges and Successes in Construction
08:04 Mentoring the Next Generation
13:26 Government Projects and Certifications
21:21 Supporting Seniors and Community Impact
24:24 How to Get in Touch with Katie
About Katie:
Christian, EDWOSB, Nat’l General Commercial Contractor, real estate broker in charge, wife, mother, grandmother, perpetual student, mentor, friend, and woman who lives by the Golden Rule.
Distinct Builders:
Headquartered in Charleston, SC, Distinct Builders specializes in high-quality remodeling, renovation, and construction services.
Our expertise encompasses both residential and commercial projects, ranging from sophisticated home remodels to large-scale commercial projects. On the residential side, we offer a variety of services including kitchen and bathroom renovations, room additions, and custom porches, and more. For commercial clients, we provide design-to-build and restoration solutions for government buildings, public amenities, and business facility upgrades.
Established over 5 years ago, our company is led by CEO Katie Throckmorton, an experienced general contractor. We are proud to be recognized as an Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), a Small and Minority Owned Business (SMBB) in South Carolina, and a Minority and Woman Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) in Charleston.
