Teresa Williams and Xanica Skuza

BuildHERS Club

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BuildHers Club is a podcast dedicated to empowering women in the building industry through honest conversations, mentorship, and meaningful connections. Hosted by Xanica Skuza and Teresa Williams, we bring a personal touch to the real-life challenges women face in construction and life. We're breaking barriers, sharing insights, and supporting each other along the way. Through authentic storytelling and expert advice, we create a space where women can thrive, lead, and redefine success in a male-dominated industry. Together, we’re not just building structures, we’re building each other up. Hos...

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Teresa Williams and Xanica Skuza

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Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

You First feat. Meloni Raney 12.01.2026

Welcome back to the BuildHERS Club! This week we are sitting down with Meloni Raney the President/CEO of TEXO. Whether you’re watching or listening, we’re so glad you’re here. Your support means everything—leave a rating or review to help our show grow. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/@BuildHERSClub Email your "Concrete Confessions" to hello@monarchmediahub.com Learn more about us...

Surviving January 05.01.2026

Welcome back to the BuildHERS Club! The ladies are back and ringing in the New Year with reflections, resolutions and rants. The holiday hangover is real, and navigating big goals and ambitions can be rough. Luckily, we're getting through it together Whether you’re watching or listening, we’re so glad you’re here. Your support means everything—leave a rating or review to help our show grow. Subscr...

Work With Your Wiring feat. Mo Green 08.12.2025

Welcome back to the BuildHERS Club! This week we are sitting down with Mo Green of Cadence McShane to talk about the next generation of trades and what it really means to work with your brain instead of against it. Mo brings a fresh perspective on leadership, learning styles, and building pathways for students who want to enter the industry with confidence. Whether you’re watching or listening, we...

'Tis the Season 01.12.2025

Welcome back to the BuildHERS Club! This week on BuildHERS Club we’re getting into the holiday spirit... Xanica's recommendation for anyone looking to take their health journey seriously: Core Condition Fitness - Stephen Frazier, IFFB Pro https://coreconditionfitness.com/ Whether you’re watching or listening, we’re so glad you’re here. Your support means everything—leave a rating or review to help...

Let's Talk Gratitude 11.11.2025

Welcome back to the BuildHERS Club! This week, we’re talking gratitude. As the end of the year approaches and time with family begins, we’re speaking candidly about what being thankful really means and how it actually feels. From the challenges to the expectations, we’re unpacking it all. Whether you’re watching or listening, we’re so glad you’re here. Your support means everything—leave a rating...

A Helping Profession feat. Jessica Steel 03.11.2025

This week on  BuildHERS Club  we’re joined by  Jessica Steel  to talk about what it really means to work in a helping profession. From supporting others in the field to taking care of yourself and the people you build for, Jessica reminds us that compassion and connection are just as essential as hard hats and blueprints. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch on YouTub...

Finishing the Year Out Strong 27.10.2025

The 1st Annual BuildHERS Club Hard Hat Classic Golf Tournament is officially SOLD OUT! Proceeds for this event benefit scholarships, training programs and education initiatives for the next generation of trades professionals in DFW. Become a partner and visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hard-hat-classic to support this amazing cause. Welcome back to the BuildHERS Club! In this episode, w...

Building Strength feat. Jaynean French 20.10.2025

Join us for the 1st Annual BuildHERS Club Hard Hat Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, November 10th at Riverchase Golf Club in Coppell, TX! This event is open to both men and women, and every swing makes an impact. Proceeds benefit scholarships, training programs and education initiatives for the next generation of trades professionals in DFW. Register Here: 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketin...

The Future of Building feat. Phyllis Werner 13.10.2025

Join us for the 1st Annual BuildHERS Club Hard Hat Classic Golf Tournament on Monday, November 10th at Riverchase Golf Club in Coppell, TX! This event is open to both men and women, and every swing makes an impact. Proceeds benefit scholarships, training programs and education initiatives for the next generation of trades professionals in DFW. Register Here: 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketin...

We're Back! 06.10.2025

The ladies are back! Season 2 of BuildHERS Club is here, and we’re doing things differently. New stories, new insights, and a brand-new format… now on video. 🎥 Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BuildHERSClub In this episode, Teresa and Xanica are tackling one of the most important conversations in the construction world: staying safe on the job site. From real experiences to hard...

REPLAY: Childcare and Building feat. Courtney Kelly 29.09.2025

**Originally aired June 16th 2025 In this episode of BuildHERS Club, we speak with Courtney Kelly, a licensed Professional Engineer, adjunct professor, and children’s book author with four degrees and a passion for shaping the future of construction. Raised in New Orleans and inspired by the impact of Hurricane Katrina, Courtney brings a powerful perspective to the industry. We talk about her miss...

REPLAY: Motherhood and Construction feat. Jazmin Rodriguez 22.09.2025

*Originally aired June 23, 2025 In this episode of the BuildHERS Club Podcast, we talk with Jazmine Rodriguez, co-founder of J&S Mechanical in Texas. As a Latina business owner and mother in the construction industry, Jazmine shares what it's like to grow a plumbing company while raising a family. We dive into her experiences as a woman navigating the trades, how motherhood has influenced her...

REPLAY: Designing with Purpose feat. April Littmann 15.09.2025

In this episode, Xanica and Teresa sit down with April Littmann—the powerhouse behind Neighbor Interiors. From taking the leap to start a design business with her husband to learning how to speak up in a male-dominated industry, April gets real about what it’s taken to build a name that stands for more than just good taste. April shares how she turned her eye for design into a full-fledged busines...

REPLAY: Building with Confidence feat. Jennifer Johnson 08.09.2025

**Originally Aired May 26th 2025 This week on BuildHERS Club, we sit down with Jennifer Johnson, founder and CEO of Olivia Clarke Homes. Jennifer’s journey is a powerful reminder that success often starts when you trust yourself enough to take the leap. After years of working in the homebuilding industry, she decided to build something of her own. A company that reflects her values, prioritizes de...

Power in Purchasing feat. Tracy Flores 25.08.2025

This week on BuildHERS Club, we talk with Tracy Flores, Director of Purchasing at Century Communities. She shares how she’s carved out her place in a male-dominated field and why women’s voices matter in every corner of homebuilding. We dive into her leadership journey, the challenges she’s overcome, and the importance of women supporting women in every corner of the industry. Whether you’re watch...

Merging Visions feat. Chastity White 18.08.2025

This week on BuildHERS Club, we sit down with Chastity Ann White, Chief Experience Officer at Story Built Homes. A natural self-starter, Chastity shares how her entrepreneurial spirit led her into custom homebuilding and why she values client experience and craftsmanship over cutting corners. We also talk about her love for DFW and the exciting recent merger between Story Built Homes and Royal Des...

Breaking the Stigma feat. Kelly Rentzel 11.08.2025

***Content Warning: Mentions of Suicidal Ideation, Suicide Attempt and experiences with Psychosis. This week on BuildHERS Club, we sit down with Kelly Rentzel, Attorney and Mental Health Advocate, to talk about the power of sharing your story and leading with vulnerability. Kelly’s openness about her own mental health and her experiences with Bipolar I disorder. This is a reminder that breaking th...

The Power of Change feat. Carrie Callaway 04.08.2025

On this episode of BuildHERS Club , we’re joined by Carrie Callaway , founder of Blair Built Homes , for a conversation that goes beyond construction. Carrie opens up about the personal changes that shaped her path—through motherhood, mental and physical wellness. We explore Human Design, self-awareness in business and finding your own way. Whether you’re watching or listening, we’re so glad you’r...

Managing the Chaos feat. Kelly Millikan 28.07.2025

In this episode of BuildHERS Club , we sit down with Kelly Millikan, Project Manager at Calais Custom Homes, to talk about what it means to lead with confidence in a male-dominated industry. From her roots in real estate to her current role in homebuilding, Kelly shares insights on project management, building trust and finding purpose in the process. Whether you’re watching or listening, we’re so...

Married to the Job (and Each Other) feat. Debbie and Don Dykstra 21.07.2025

This week on BuildHERS Club, we sit down with Don and Debbie Dykstra from Bloomfield Homes to talk about building community, both on the job site and at home. From marriage to model homes, this duo shares how collaboration, communication, and care are at the heart of what they do. Whether you’re watching or listening, we’re so glad you’re here. Your support means everything—leave a rating or revie...

Alcohol and Construction 14.07.2025

This week Teresa and Xanica sit down and have an honest conversation about alcohol. Both how it affects the building industry and them in their own lives. Whether you’re watching or listening, we’re so glad you’re here. Your support means everything—leave a rating or review to help our show grow. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/@BuildHERSClub Email your "Concrete Confessions" to h...

Behind the Build feat. Jan Maykus and Christie Hipson 07.07.2025

This week on BuildHERS Club, we sit down with Jan of Maykus Homes and her best friend Christie to talk life behind the build — as wives, mothers, and women supporting and working in the field. Whether you’re watching or listening, we’re so glad you’re here. Your support means everything—leave a rating or review to help our show grow. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/@BuildHERSClub...

Motherhood and Construction feat. Jazmin Rodriguez 23.06.2025

In this episode of the BuildHers Club Podcast, we talk with Jazmine Rodriguez, co-founder of J&S Mechanical in Texas. As a Latina business owner and mother in the construction industry, Jazmine shares what it's like to grow a plumbing company while raising a family. We dive into her experiences as a woman navigating the trades, how motherhood has influenced her leadership, and why representati...

Childcare and Building feat. Courtney Kelly 16.06.2025

In this episode of BuildHERS Club, we speak with Courtney Kelly, a licensed Professional Engineer, adjunct professor, and children’s book author with four degrees and a passion for shaping the future of construction. Raised in New Orleans and inspired by the impact of Hurricane Katrina, Courtney brings a powerful perspective to the industry. We talk about her mission to inspire young women through...

Understanding Tariffs feat. Paige Shipp 09.06.2025

This week on the BuildHERS Club Podcast, we’re joined by Paige Shipp, a housing expert and market analyst who brings sharp insight and real-world experience to the table. We talk through what tariffs actually mean for builders and how they ripple through every part of the construction process. More importantly, Paige opens up about the importance of adapting during uncertain times. From shifting m...

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