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The hardest part of starting a female/minority-owned construction business 

September 18, 2025
By the Blue Print Editorial Team
Victoria Messina describes what it took to find a name for her construction company. She also hits on why it's so important to have PPE that fits correctly.

Key moments 
1:37 - PPE 
7:19 - Typical day 
9:00 - What role can diversity play in construction 
9:35 - Leed's name 
9:40 - Choosing a name for a company 
11:53 - What's the hardest part of getting into the construction industry 
14:43 - How many years have you been in construction 
15:03 - Have you ever worked on a site
15:13 - What power tool makes you feel unstoppable 
15:31 - Most favorite piece of PPE 
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