Episode 43: The House That She Built with Mollie and Judy
In this episode:
Christi and Angela talk with Mollie Elkman from the marketing firm GroupTwo and Judy Dinelle from the building materials supplier, 84 Lumber. With the backing and support from Judy and 84 Lumber, Mollie was able to write and release a children's book named 'The House That She Built', an educational book about women in construction and how trade skills are evident all around us in our everyday lives. This podcast tells a wonderful story about how the book came to be, and how women working together in their various roles can do anything when they put their minds to it despite current obstacles for women and minorities in non-traditional roles. Check it out!
About Mollie:
Mollie Elkman is owner and president of Group Two, a full-service marketing partner for home builders. She is the author of the best selling children’s book, The House That She Built. Mollie was recognized at The 2022 International Builders' Show as the Sales and Marketing Professional of the year. She is passionate about proactively sharing the successes of those in housing in order to diversify and grow the number of people in the skilled trades.
About Judy:
Judy Dinelle is the Building Ambassador for 84 Lumber. Her position is the liaison between the Home Builders Association, similar organizations, and 84 Lumber. Dinelle has been in the building business for the past 36 years with which she has held a variety of positions from sub-contractor to a sales representative. She has been involved in the Home Builders Association for over 20+ years and has served in many capacities. She is currently the Vice Chair of membership, Co-Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion task force, Leading Suppliers Board of Trustees, Leadership Council, and Presidential Appointee of North Carolina HBA. Dinelle also served as past chair of Professional Women in Building, Associates, and many other positions on local and state home builder associations. She has received many industry awards including NAHB PWB women of the year, Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply, and Associate of the year for NCHBA. Dinelle holds many industry designations. She is also an umpire for fast-pitch softball and a referee for volleyball.
