Tradeswomen Talk
Every hard hat hides a story you wouldn’t believe.
Tradeswomen Talk is where those stories finally get told. From the plumbers and electricians to the carpenters and ironworkers, host Judaline Cassidy sits down with the women, and the men who stand with them, building America with their own two hands
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Their journeys aren’t just about finding work in construction. They’re about finding themselves. Expect tears, triumphs, big laughs, and bigger lessons on what it really takes to thrive in a male-dominated industry.
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Tradeswomen Talk
Lighting The Path IBEW 134: Beatrice Thompson.
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With excitement, let us introduce to you
Beatrice Thompson
Two words that stands out when you meet Beatrice Thompson determination and unstoppable.
Determination is her habit to develop success.
Unstoppable when she decided who she wanted to become, Beatrice didn't let anything get in her way. She’s fearless, strong, compassionate , and filled with courage for the road ahead.
Her presence will light the path for many.
This is why YES is a powerful word that she believes in:
Yes I can!
Yes I am!
Yes I will!
Yes I must!
Bio:
Beatrice ( Bea)Thompson is the first female African American business representative of IBEW Local 134 serving Chicagos cook county.
Beatrice has also been designated as the Illinois Renewable Energy Fund Secretary for Local 134.
Beatrice has an impressive resume, it includes her working as a registered nurse with a bachelors of science in nursing with experience in emergency nursing and medical surgical telemetry.
With 30 years of experience in electrical work Ms Thompson knows that holding the door open for the next generation of electrician men and women and the importance it plays in her role as a business representative.
Connect with Beatrice:
Website:
https://www.lu134.org/
Phone:
(312)454-1340 X 225
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/ibew_134?s=21
Instagram:
https://instagram.com/jatc134?utm_medium=copy_link
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