Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction

Sponsorship is one of the most powerful tools to advance women in the construction industry. Once you learn about this concept, it’s easy to want to implement it. But it isn’t always straightforward. There’s no sign-up sheet or 3-step plan; it’s a mutually beneficial relationship. Rachael Ferrera from Zachry Construction unpacks how sponsorship has shown up for her over her 15-year career - even though she couldn’t recognize it then. She shares how she’s intentionally leveraging these relationships and sponsoring the next generation of leaders. 

Highlights 

How sponsorship creates value for a company. 

What a Sponsorship - Protegé relationship looks like.

How you can sponsor the next generation of leaders. 

Links: 

Download the Building Better Report https://ambitiontheory.com/building-better-report/ 

Book a Call with us at https://www.ambitiontheory.com/bookacall 

Leadership Accelerator Program Details: https://ambitiontheory.com/lap 

Connect on LinkedIn: 

Ambition Theory https://www.linkedin.com/company/ambition-theory/ 

Andrea Janzen https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreajanzen/ 

Rachael Ferrera https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-ferrera-58b5167/ 

Special Thanks to Lucinda Dykens of Coastal Virtual Solutions for editing this episode.

Show Notes

Sponsorship is one of the most powerful tools to advance women in the construction industry. Once you learn about this concept, it’s easy to want to implement it. But it isn’t always straightforward. There’s no sign-up sheet or 3-step plan; it’s a mutually beneficial relationship. Rachael Ferrera from Zachry Construction unpacks how sponsorship has shown up for her over her 15-year career - even though she couldn’t recognize it then. She shares how she’s intentionally leveraging these relationships and sponsoring the next generation of leaders. 


Highlights 

  • How sponsorship creates value for a company. 

  • What a Sponsorship - Protegé relationship looks like.

  • How you can sponsor the next generation of leaders. 

Links: 

Connect on LinkedIn: 

Special Thanks to Lucinda Dykens of Coastal Virtual Solutions for editing this episode.


What is Ambition Theory: Rethinking Leadership in Construction?

The Ambition Theory Podcast focuses on strategies and thought leadership around creating a workplace where everyone is welcome and everyone can thrive. We're not going to shy away from the difficult conversations.