Episode 145: ‘Enhancing Experiences’ with Tammy Murray
In this episode:
Christi Powell and Angela Gardner welcome Tammy Murray, an Area Sales Manager at Anderson Windows, to discuss the need for more women and diverse talent in the construction industry. Tammy shares her journey from decorative plumbing sales to her current leadership role focusing on the Philadelphia area, emphasizing the importance of education, awareness, and workforce development. The conversation highlights the industry's opportunities, the supportive role of male allies, and the significant impact of storytelling in inspiring young people to consider careers in construction. Tammy offers practical advice for women and newcomers entering the field and underscores the rewarding career paths available within the industry. Thanks for listening!
Supported by: Andersen W&D , Donald A. Gardner Architects Inc. , and 84 Lumber
Show Notes and Links:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:42 Tammy Murray's Background and Role at Andersen Windows
02:31 Challenges and Opportunities in the Construction Industry
04:09 Andersen Windows' Approach to Training and Workforce Development
07:50 Breaking Barriers for Women in Construction
12:59 Advice for Women Entering the Construction Industry
19:11 Closing Remarks and Contact Information
About Tammy:
Tammy has been employed by Andersen Windows and Doors, the leading manufacturer of windows and doors in North America for slightly over 11 years in various roles. In Tammy's current role, she is an Area Sales Manager in Philadelphia. Tammy's primary responsibility is to lead a team of sales professionals to excellence by increasing Andersen’s market share.
Prior to Andersen, Tammy was employed by an Award-Winning rep agency on the decorative side of the building products industry for 7 years. Tammy sold decorative plumbing, door hardware, and other products to independent dealers and Ferguson NJ locations.
Outside of Andersen, Tammy is passionate about our industry and workforce development initiatives and Tammy is active at the local, state, and national level.
Most recently, in 2024, Tammy served as 1st Associate Vice President of her local builders’ association and proud PWB Member (Metropolitan Builders Association of New Jersey) [Metro], Alternate Director of her state builders association (New Jersey Builder’s Association) and represented Andersen at the national level as a member of the Leading Suppliers Council & the National Workforce Development initiative focused on Historically Black Colleges for the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).
Tammy is also a wife, and a mom, and enjoys entertaining, cooking, and spending time with her family and her dog Bryce. Outside of Tammy’s professional life, she serves both as a Steward and Treasurer of the Women’s Missionary Society for her church, Ebenezer AME Church in Rahway, NJ.
