In this episode of EC&M "On Air," Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson discusses diversity and inclusion initiatives in the construction industry with Stephanie Roldan and Jorge Quezada. They are two of the hosts of Construction DEI Talks, a podcast series presented by partner companies Rosendin Electric and Granite. It aims to question common practices in the industry, educate listeners, and shift the industry’s culture to be welcoming to everyone.
Roldan, Rosendin's director of lean culture, and Quezada, Granite's vice president of inclusive diversity, discuss Construction DEI Talks, share practical applications to improve diversity and inclusion throughout the industry in companies large and small, and present challenges they face, along with solutions and real-world examples. The podcast launched its first episode on Oct. 21, 2021, and it can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and any other main podcast streaming service.
