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Long Shot: Chandra Wakeland's Leap of Faith Into Construction Ownership
Chandra Wakeland founded Wakeland Electric at just 25 years old, defying everyone who doubted her and proving that being a successful woman in the male-dominated construction industry is achievable for anyone—they just have to want it badly enough.
By Jordan LeGras
March 18, 2025
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by Jordan LeGras
Jordan LeGras is the digital editor for Construction Executive. Before working at CE, she was a social media manager for two fashion and lifestyle/beauty magazines. She earned her B.A. in communications University of Maryland, College Park, with a focus in public relations and a minor in classical mythology.
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