Women that build Podcast

In this follow-up episode, host Preet Kershaw is joined again by Andrew Saviolis to continue their eye-opening conversation with NYC Council District 25 candidate Ramses Frias. They dive deeper into the real power of city council, systemic housing failures, the criminalization of working-class homeowners, and what it means when city departments are entirely detached from the people they serve. Ram...

In this episode, host Preet Kershaw, joined by Andrew Saviolis, sits down with Ramses Frias, candidate for District 25 City Council, to discuss the ongoing issues affecting Queens — from illegal vending and the decline of small businesses to crime, drugs, and how the community can take back control through civic participation. We cover: Illegal street vending and its impact on local storefronts Wh...

 In this episode, host Preet Kershaw, joined by Andrew Saviolis, sits down with guest Miranda Fischer, an insurance expert at Alliant, to break down the realities of insurance in New York’s construction industry. From scaffold law to fraudulent claims, Miranda shares insider knowledge that every contractor and small business owner needs to know. 

How to get MWBE certified in New York City - Common pitfalls in business setup and how to avoid them - The importance of LLC publications, share certificates, and operating agreements - Starting small with contracts and building credibility - Grants and funding opportunities for small businesses.