Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Angelica Thacker, a trailblazer in the construction industry and the owner of PINAM Construction. Born in Mexico and raised in South Texas, Angie shares her incredible journey from being a seasonal migrant worker to becoming a successful general contractor in North Carolina. As the first Hispanic inductee into the North Carolina Women Business Owner’s Hall of Fame in 2023 and the 2022 General Contractor of the Year by the Hispanic Contractors Association, Angie’s story is one of resilience, determination, and breaking cultural chains.

Key Highlights:

• Angie's early experiences as a migrant worker and how they shaped her work ethic and ambitions.
• The challenges and triumphs of being a woman in a male-dominated industry.
• The growth of PINAM Construction from its humble beginnings to handling state and federal projects.
• Angie’s advocacy for equality and inclusion for Latinos in the construction industry.
• Her partnerships with organizations like the Hispanic Contractors Association of the Carolinas and the Mexican Consulate.
• Insights on mentoring and empowering women to pursue their dreams in traditionally male-dominated fields.

Quotes:

• "I learned at a very young age that I had to break the cultural chains of where I came from."
• "My goal is to continue mentoring, motivating, and encouraging women to go after their dreams and aspirations."

Resources Mentioned:

• PINAM Construction Website: pinamconstruction.com
• Hispanic Contractors Association of the Carolinas
• Mexican Consulate
• Prospera USA