What if motherhood didn't hold your career back but actually made you a better leader? In this episode of Mom-Me, Angela Tait sits down with Andrea Piering, a construction executive who rose from entry-level to President, while raising a family in a male-dominated industry. Andrea shares how motherhood shaped her leadership style, why flexibility is non-negotiable for retaining working moms, and how women can thrive, lead, and support one another without sacrificing their families, or themselves, along the way.

"We don't need to look at each other as competition or as threats, we are so much stronger, especially in a male dominated industry, when we help each other and work together."- Andrea

What You'll Learn:

• Great moms can also be great leaders
• Longevity is built, not rushed
• Flexibility drives retention
• Women change company culture
• Representation shapes the future
• Internal promotion creates leaders
• Women rise higher together
  
  

About Andrea Piering:

Andrea Piering, President of Sun State Builders, began her career with the company in 1998 while studying biology and chemistry at ASU as a pre-med student. After realizing her passion for building and project management, she chose construction over medical school, working her way up through every facet of the business to become a partner in 2023 and President in January 2024. Today, Sun State Builders is an award-winning design-build general contractor serving commercial projects across Arizona, with 50% of its workforce made up of women—a reflection of its commitment to internal growth and family-supportive policies. Andrea was named a 2024 AZ Big Media Woman of Influence, serves as a Board Member for College Bound AZ, and considers her most important role to be mom to her two teenage sons.

Connect with Andrea:

LinkedIn: @Sun State Builders @Andrea Piering

IG: @sunstatebuilders

FB: @SunStateBuildersAZ

X: @SSB_AZ

Connect with Angela:

Book a Meeting: https://calendly.com/d/2ws-nj5-nwq/initial-consultation-call

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelatait/

Check out my Website: http://www.angelatait.com

Buy a copy of The Human Capital Playbook on Amazon! This book will teach you how to hire, inspire, and retain employees in your business: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F4PMTFQB

Michelle Moore's journey mirrors the reality many working moms live—building a demanding career, juggling school drop-offs during conference calls, and trying to be present while carrying the weight of providing. Her story takes a sharp turn through breast cancer, a sick child, and burnout, ultimately teaching her to slow down, set boundaries, and value quality over quantity. Her path shows that our kids remember connection more than perfection, and that even in our busiest seasons, we can raise grounded, compassionate children while learning to give ourselves more grace.

"Most of the good things that happen come from being slow and thoughtful, you don't have to push and control everything."- Michelle

Empowering insights from this episode:

• Balancing a demanding career with motherhood is messy, exhausting, and still deeply meaningful.
• You can chase stability and ambition while raising kids—support systems make it possible.
• "Doing it all" isn't the goal; being present in the moments that matter is what your kids remember.
• Burnout, health scares, and setbacks don't define you—they can reshape your priorities for the better.
• You're allowed to slow down, set boundaries, and reject perfection without sacrificing success.
• Quality experiences, not constant availability, create the strongest bond with your children.

About Michelle Moore:

Michelle Moore is a mom of three boys, a published author, and the Founder and President of Mother's Grace Charity, a national organization supporting families in need. She currently serves as CEO of PGL Diagnostics, bringing over 30 years of experience in the diagnostics and healthcare space. Based in Scottsdale, AZ, Michelle is passionate about leadership, resilience, and giving back to the community.

Linkedin: Michelle Moore

Nominate, Donate & Volunteer: https://www.mothers-grace.org/

Connect with Angela:

Book a Meeting: https://calendly.com/talenttrek/prescreen

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelatait/

Check out my Website: http://www.angelatait.com

Buy a copy of The Human Capital Playbook on Amazon! This book will teach you how to hire, inspire, and retain employees in your business: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F4PMTFQB

This episode opens with Angela Tait's candid reflection on losing herself in motherhood and the small acts of self-care and honest connection that helped her rebuild. She shares how these experiences inspired the Mom-me Podcast, a space for working moms navigating the messy middle between career and parenthood, and underscores the need for real workplace support, flexibility, and empathy. Her message centers on reminding moms they're not alone and that open conversations can create lasting change for the next generation.

"It wasn't a big life overhaul—it was the little things that helped me find myself again."

What this episode offers for moms:

• The silent struggle of "losing yourself" in motherhood is more common than most admit—and you're not alone.
• Hormones, exhaustion, and the pressure to "do it all" can make even the most capable moms question who they are.
• Small acts of self-care and reconnecting with old passions can be a lifeline back to yourself.
• Honest conversations with other moms can dissolve isolation and validate what you're feeling.
• Many women aren't leaving careers because they lack ambition—they're leaving because workplaces don't support real-life motherhood.
• Flexible, empathetic, and inclusive environments aren't perks; they're essential for keeping talented moms in the workforce.
• Reclaiming your identity doesn't mean choosing between motherhood and your career—you can honor both.
• When moms share their stories, they shift cultures, reshape leadership, and change what's possible for the next generation.
  

Connect with Angela:

Book a Meeting: https://calendly.com/talenttrek/prescreen

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelatait/

Check out my Website: http://www.angelatait.com

Buy a copy of The Human Capital Playbook on Amazon! This book will teach you how to hire, inspire, and retain employees in your business: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F4PMTFQB