Episode 170: ‘Sustainable Construction Future’ with Kristina McMillan
In this episode:
Alex Iacovelli and Angela Gardner spotlight Kristina McMillan, founder of Crew Collaborative and workforce strategist. Kristina shares her unique career journey from concert producer to jewelry designer to construction consultant. The discussion centers around reshaping the construction industry's workforce development, focusing on diversity, mental health, and authentic self-representation. Kristina also talks about the challenges and lessons of single parenting, offering advice to companies on supporting single parents. Listeners will gain insights into building human-centric workplaces and empowering the next generation in the construction and skilled trades industries.
Sponsored by: Linarc
Show Notes and Links:
00:00 Welcome to Women Talk Construction
01:00 Meet Kristina McMillan: From Concert Producer to Construction Consultant
02:46 The Birth of Crew Collaborative
05:41 Mental Health in Construction: Creating Safe Spaces
09:07 Authentic Burnout: Navigating Personal Branding
18:49 Single Parenting and Leadership: Balancing Grit and Grace
22:00 Connect with Kristina and Crew Collaborative
22:57 Closing Remarks and Thank You
About Kristina:
Kristina McMillan is a workforce strategist and consultant who helps companies untangle growth, get clear on their message, and build teams that actually work.
She’s also the founder of Crew Collaborative, a national nonprofit reshaping how young people see careers in construction. With a background in field operations, marketing, and leadership development, Kristina brings real-world grit to every conversation—and she’s not here to play it safe.
