Shaping the Future of Construction With Innovative Practices

Vinessa Palermo is the CEO of LaSalle Construction Services, a professional, full-service construction firm focused on delivering quality and performance in the built environment. With a focus on construction management, Vinessa’s journey into the industry began with mentorship from her father, internships, and early graduation. Under her leadership, LaSalle stands out with its self-performed division and subcontracting to mega general contractors. Vinessa is known for integrating modern technologies and innovative management practices into the traditional construction industry, promoting growth and diversity.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: 

• [1:36] Vinessa Palermo shares her journey to leading a construction firm
• [4:32] What are the challenges and opportunities for a woman-owned construction business?
• [7:59] Vinessa discusses LaSalle Construction’s unique approach to general contracting
• [10:40] Diversity, technology, and leadership in the construction industry
• [15:40] Using AI-powered drones for construction site management

In this episode…

Navigating the construction industry as a young leader, especially when inheriting a family business, presents unique challenges. These include establishing credibility, integrating modern practices, and maintaining the company’s legacy while pushing for innovation and growth. The industry is notoriously tough on newcomers, particularly women, making these challenges even more daunting. 

Vinessa Palermo credits her father’s unwavering support and meticulous preparation for her success, illustrating the importance of familial and mentorship networks in navigating the industry’s challenges. She emphasizes the significance of cultivating a supportive team, underscoring the collaborative nature of effective leadership in construction management. Highlighting her company’s approach to general contracting, Vinessa stresses the importance of carving a niche for one’s brand and the transformative potential of technology, particularly AI. Furthermore, Vinessa’s focus on maintaining strong relationships with employees and clients has been crucial to her success, demonstrating the power of effective leadership and a clear vision.

In this episode of Get the Intel, Chad Gill welcomes Vinessa Palermo, the CEO of LaSalle Construction Services, about her journey in modernizing a traditional industry. Vinessa shares her approach to leveraging self-performed divisions for competitive advantage, how she navigates the complexities and overcomes gender biases, the value of leveraging technology, and the role of mentorship in career success.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Chad Gill on LinkedIn
• Workforce Recon
• Concreate 
• Vinessa Palermo on LinkedIn
• LaSalle Construction Services
• Entrepreneurial Operating System

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