The Powerhouse Project

The Powerhouse Project

The Powerhouse Project is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Lisa Laronde, the first woman president of RSG International and the President of the Canadian Association for Women in Construction. As a leader in road safety infrastructure, Lisa operates with a no-filter policy and no-nonsense approach that...

Recent Episodes

May 1, 2024

Brandi Ferenc: Retaining Women in the Trades

Host Lisa Laronde speaks with Brandi Ferenc, the founder of Fair-Trades Toolbox Inc.
April 17, 2024

Maggie Casey: In Pursuit of Fairness

Host Lisa Laronde interviews up and coming civil litigator Magdalena (Maggie) Casey.
April 3, 2024

Victoria LaBillois: Economic Reconciliation

Host Lisa Laronde speaks with Victoria LaBillois about her journey into the trades as an entrepreneur and Indigenous woman.
March 20, 2024

Olympic Boxer Mandy Bujold: Fight Like a Mother

Host Lisa Laronde speaks with Olympic Boxer Mandy Bujold about her most important fights in and out of the ring.
March 8, 2024

Ironworker & Motivational Speaker Jamie McMillan

Ironworker & Motivational Speaker Jamie McMillan
March 8, 2024

Robyn Ptak of Procter & Gamble

Robyn Ptak of Proctor & Gamble

About the Host

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Lisa Laronde

Host, The Powerhouse Project

Lisa Laronde is the first woman president of RSG International, a global leader in road safety infrastructure, and a powerful advocate for women in leadership. As the first woman president of RSG International, Lisa oversees strategy and operations while building psychologically safe work environments where diversity and inclusion are at the forefront.

In addition, Lisa is president of the Canadian Association of Women in Construction (CAWIC), an advocacy group dedicated to elevating women in construction, while improving working conditions and providing further training and skill development opportunities.

Since taking over leadership at RSG International, the organization has seen a surge in profit and revenue, and Lisa has fostered a company culture that promotes employee wellness and collaboration, standing out as a leader in the construction industry. In recognition of her work both as a successful corporate executive and promoting inclusivity in the industry, she was named one of Canada’s 100 most powerful women by the Women’s Executive Network for 2023.

Lisa is known as a fierce advocate for women in leadership roles and is an influential speaker who often lends her expertise to organizations to inspire others to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Lisa’s business acumen and demonstrated success in growing market share make her a unique, inspirational, and transformative leader in the construction industry.

Find out more about RSG International: http://www.rsgint.com

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