AEC Trailblazers: The Founders Files

Building Strength: Pat Miller’s Journey from Carpentry to Leadership


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Success in construction isn’t just about building structures—it’s about resilience, strategy, and knowing how to navigate challenges. Few embody this better than Pat Miller, founder and president of Blue Diamond Construction.

With over 30 years in the industry, Pat has led commercial carpentry and metal framing projects across medical offices, retail spaces, apartments, and more. But her journey wasn’t just about business—it was about survival.

In this episode, Pat shares how she turned personal hardship into professional triumph, rebuilding her life and career after devastating losses. She dives into breaking barriers as a woman in construction, the lessons from building a business in a volatile industry and how her book, Kicking Karma’s Ass, inspires resilience with humor.

Pat’s story is about perseverance, reinvention, and leading with strength. If you’re facing obstacles in your career or business, this episode is proof that you can build something incredible—even from the ground up.



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