OutWork'em Podcast

OutWork'em Podcast Ep. 28 Marie Coppola on Building Trust, Testing Contractors, & Creating Culture in Construction

• OutWork'em Digital • Season 1 • Episode 28

In Episode 28 of the OutWork'em Podcast, guest host Jana Kearney sits down with Marie Coppola, owner-operator of Ignite Construction, a licensed residential and commercial general contractor serving the Greater Phoenix area. With over 11 years in business, Marie shares her incredible journey from New York real estate investing to building a trusted construction company in Arizona.

In this inspiring conversation, Marie reveals:

  • Her unique "character test" for vetting subcontractors that built her dream team
  • How she overcame challenges as a young woman in a male-dominated industry
  • Why she refuses to work with flippers and focuses on owner-occupant projects
  • Her approach to helping clients plan for their future, including aging-in-place considerations
  • The culture of respect and teamwork she's cultivated on every job site
  • Her involvement with Build Herse, a growing network for women in construction

Marie's commitment to quality, integrity, and clear communication has earned her a stellar reputation and a crew that's been with her for nearly a decade. Whether you're in construction or any other trade, this episode is packed with valuable insights on building a sustainable business based on trust and character.

🔗 Connect with Marie Coppola and Ignite Construction: https://www.igniteconstruction.com/ 🔗


 Learn more about OutWork'em Digital: https://outworkemdigital.com/

Subscribe for more episodes featuring industry leaders sharing their business growth strategies and success stories!


People on this episode